A Fire and Emergency ​New Zealand spokesperson said ​crews were attending the fire ⁠alongside the airport’s own ​fire brigade.

They said five fire ​appliances, two ladder trucks and a command centre were at the scene, ​adding they could not ​say what was on fire.

Wellington Airport said ‌in ⁠a statement that the southwest pier and main terminal building had been evacuated, and ​no injuries ​have ⁠been reported.

“Flights into Wellington have been temporarily ​diverted, and passengers are ​advised ⁠to check with their airlines for information on specific flights,” ⁠it ​said.