A passenger stranded at Tauranga Airport said four more flights had been diverted, including her's from Gisborne to Auckland.
Passengers booked on flights to Kerikeri and Taupo were also been loaded on to buses, as nearly 30 domestic flights were cancelled, and 18 delayed nationally this morning.
Four flights to and from Christchurch were also been delayed because of the conditions.
Passengers are advised to check the Auckland Airport website www.aucklandairport.co.nz for the latest flight arrival and departure information.
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