Invercargill Airport Guide

Airport Hours

According to the airport’s website (February 2026), the terminal building opens at 5:00 AM or an hour before the first flight and closes at 9:00 PM or 30 minutes after the last flight.

Overnight stays inside the terminal are not possible.

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.

Airport Hotels

There are no hotels directly connected to the terminal. The nearest accommodation is about 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away, so you’ll need a taxi, rideshare or rental car to reach it. Here are the closest options.

Airport Lounges

Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there is a lounge that you can enter through a lounge membership program.

Air New Zealand Regional Lounge
Location: Airside, Domestic terminal, first floor.
Hours: Opens one hour before the first flight and closes after the last departure. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Lounge membership programs (Air New Zealand Koru Club) • Complimentary access for Business Premier passengers, Airpoints Elite/Gold members, Koru Club members, Star Alliance Gold, United Club, and Air Canada Maple Leaf Club members (all departing same-day).

Food & Drinks

At the time of writing, there are no 24-hour options available. The Airport Café serves light meals and snacks. They also sell small travel necessities and gifts.

WiFi/Internet

Free WiFi is available for 30 minutes or 250MB.

More Airport Information

Accessibility Services – Facilities for passengers with reduced mobility include wheelchairs, lifts, designated mobility parking spaces, and accessible washrooms.
ATMs / Cash Machines – ATMs are available and dispense New Zealand Dollars only. Fees may apply, so check your bank’s fee schedule and daily withdrawal limits before travelling. Location: Ground floor.

Baby Care Facilities – A private room with diaper-changing and nursing facilities is located opposite the restrooms in the main terminal.
Baggage Carts – Baggage carts are available free of charge.

Children’s Play Area – A small children’s play area is available airside, upstairs. It includes blackboards, building blocks, and a climbing frame.
Currency Exchange – No currency exchange services are available.

Duty-Free & Shopping – There are no duty-free shops.

Information Desk – Customer service staff are available in the terminal to assist with questions.

Luggage Storage & Lockers  – Unavailable.

Mobile Charging – At the time of this update, we had no information about mobile charging availability.

Post Office – A public mailbox is located near the main entrance for outgoing mail.

Showers – Unavailable.

Transportation

• Car Rentals – The following car rental agencies are available at the airport: Avis • Budget • Executive Car Rentals • Europcar • Ezi Car Rental • Hertz • Rad Car Hire • Riverside Rentals • Thrifty.
• Public Transportation
  • Buses: Public buses do not connect with the airport.
  • Shuttle Bus: Multi-passenger vans are available from the airport to many destinations.
  • Catch-a-Bus is a regional transport company that operates routes between Invercargill/Bluff and Dunedin. They use anything from luxury air-conditioned coaches to mini-vans.
• Taxi – Taxis are available near the baggage claim area. Travel time from the airport to the city centre is approximately 5-7 minutes. Ask for the estimated rate before your journey begins.

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.