Crash on SH20A causes major delays to Auckland Airport traffic

A crash is blocking the right southbound lane just past the Kirkbride Rd off-ramp on SH20A. Photo / NZTA

The main motorway heading into Auckland Airport is at near gridlock this morning after a crash blocked one lane.

The crash is blocking the right southbound lane just past the Kirkbride Rd off-ramp.

“Road users are advised to take extra care and expect delays along this route,” the New Zealand Transport Agency warned.

According to Google Maps, traffic is clogged between the airport and the 20A off-ramp from the Southwestern Motorway in Māngere.

The road was reopened at 7.20am but the traffic will take time to clear.

SH20A AUCKLAND AIRPORT MWY, SOUTHBOUND - CRASH - 6:25AM, TUE 22 JUL

Due to a crash BLOCKING, the right southbound lane just past the Kirkbride Rd off-ramp, road users are advised to take extra care and expect DELAYS along this route. ^JP pic.twitter.com/s4iUrrSmuO

— NZ Transport Agency - Auckland & Northland (@nztaaklnth) July 21, 2025

Police and St John have been approached for more information.

Meanwhile, another crash caused delays for commuters between Waikato and Auckland.

A crash is blocking the right southbound lane on SH1 between Bombay and Pokeno. It was reported at about 7.10am.

The road has since reopened.

SH1 BOMBAY TO POKENO, SOUTHBOUND - CRASH - 7:10AM, TUE 22 JUL

Due to a crash BLOCKING the right southbound lane near the exit to SH2, road users are advised to take extra care along this route. ^JP pic.twitter.com/jUdAAyFOO3

— NZ Transport Agency - Auckland & Northland (@nztaaklnth) July 21, 2025