Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Hawke’s Bay Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
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NPE Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Hawke’s Bay Airport.
What to Expect
Hawke’s Bay Airport (code: NPE) currently has a single terminal. An expansion project has recently commenced. The end result will see the airport nearly double in size. There are not a lot of services and amenities, but economy-class passengers flying on Air New Zealand can find comfort in the lounge, which is accessible with an airline membership.
Sleeping in Hawke’s Bay Airport
Since the airport is closed at night, sleeping here is not permitted. There are hotels near the airport. See Airport Hotels in the guide below.
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In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
Airport Hours
The airport opens 60 minutes before the first flight until the last flight of the day.
Rest & Relaxation Zones
There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.
Cots
The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near Hawke’s Bay Airport:
- Albatross Motel – No airport shuttle. » Check Rates
- Cedar Court Model – No airport shuttle. » Check Rates
For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels in Napier, search for deals and read traveller reviews.
Airport Lounges
Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships
Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there is a lounge that you can enter through a lounge membership program. Visit the individual lounge page for more details about the lounge itself and learn how to gain access with just an economy class ticket!
- Air New Zealand Lounge – Location: Landside. Lounge Access: Air New Zealand Koru Club Membership.
Drinking Water
Information is unavailable. Does the airport have water fountains or water bottle refill stations? Click here to update this guide.
Food & Drink
The airport’s only dining option is Bay Espresso Cafe and Bar, open during airport hours of operation.
Luggage Storage & Lockers
Unavailable. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.
Mobile Charging
Charging stations can be found in the cafeteria.
Showers
Unavailable. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.
WiFi/Internet
Unlimited WiFi is available at Hawke’s Bay Airport.
Security & Safety
Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:
- Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
- Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
- Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
- Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.
More Airport Information
ATM/Cash Machines – Not available.
Baby Changing Facility – Available next to the mobility restroom.
Currency Exchange – Not available.
Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-Free is not available. The only option for shopping is Bellatino’s Aeroporto, which sells souvenir items, artisan products, and fresh produce such as vegetables.
SIM Cards – A reader has asked us to include where to buy SIM Cards. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.
Airport Shuttles
Super Shuttle and Village Shuttle operate fixed-rate transfers to and from the airport. For more details, visit the Hawke’s Bay Airport website.
Car Rentals
Car rentals are available on-site. Rental car parks are to the left of the terminal. Companies include: Avis • Budget • Europcar • Ezi Car Rental• Hertz • Rent a Dent • Thrifty.
Hotel Shuttles
At the time of this update, we could not find any hotels that provide airport shuttle service. See also Airport Hotels above.
Taxi
Taxis are available in front of the airport. Most local companies have cars on the rank to meet arriving flights.
Last updated: 2024-08-26
This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.