How to find cheap flights to Auckland Airport (AKL)
707 € is currently the cheapest price for a return flight to Auckland Airport. For a one-way plane ticket to AKL, the lowest fare is 440 €.
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About one month before taking off is a good time to book tickets to Auckland, where Auckland Airport is located. That's the general recommendation if you want to lock in the lowest prices.
Select 'Add nearby airports' when searching to boost your chances of finding cheap flights to Auckland. This will give you more options for where to start and end your journey, along with different fares.
If you aren't in a hurry to get to Auckland, consider taking a little detour. You might find cheaper plane tickets to Auckland Airport if you book a flight with one or more stops.
Best time to go to Auckland
The cheapest month to jump on a flight to Auckland is typically June.
If you're flexible with your dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to AKL.
July is the most popular month for flights to AKL. It's an ideal time to see Auckland at its busiest and best.
The quietest time of the year to go is April. Lock in your plane tickets to Auckland then and enjoy sightseeing at a slower pace.
With averages of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF), February is when Auckland is warmest. Organise your visit around your weather preferences to get the most out of your time here.
July has the lowest temperatures, ranging from about 9ºC (48ºF) to 14ºC (57ºF).
With four days of rain on average, February is the driest month in Auckland.
August brings the wettest conditions. You can expect around ten days of rainfall if you're in town then.
Flying to Auckland Airport (AKL): What you need to know
Skip the layovers and travel to Auckland in a single journey. Lock in a direct flight to Auckland Airport with one of these major airlines:
Sichuan Airlines is most likely to get you there on time. Up to 100% of its flights into this hub arrive as scheduled, making it an excellent choice when reserving your AKL plane ticket.
AKL is located in the UTC+13 timezone.
Whether you're arriving late or just want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some comfy hotels near Auckland Airport. Kick back at one of these after your flight to AKL:
You can book a car hire in AKL with leading suppliers such as Auto-Union, Yes rentals and Bargain Rental Cars. Turn the key and get ready to discover Auckland and beyond.
Flights taking off from Auckland Airport reach their destination on schedule 69% of the time. This measure tells you how the airport generally performs in terms of punctuality.
Auckland Airport is located in Auckland, Auckland Region, New Zealand.
Getting to central Auckland from Auckland Airport (AKL)
Central Auckland is about 27 kilometres from AKL.
After touching down from your flight to AKL, driving to the centre will take around 30 minutes.
Hop on public transport and you'll be there in roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you're eager to stay close to the action in Auckland, unpack your bags at one of these popular hotels:
Auckland highlights
These popular sights should be high on your itinerary after stepping off your flight to Auckland:
Rangitoto Island: Located around 11 kilometres north-east of the city centre, this landmark is the perfect spot to start your sightseeing around the city.
Eden Garden: Here's where you can press pause for a moment when exploring Auckland. You'll find this park roughly 3 kilometres south of the centre.
Auckland Waterfront: Hit up this landmark next. Around 2 kilometres north-east of the city centre, it's also worth a visit to get the full Auckland experience.
How to get to Manukau City from Auckland Airport (AKL)
Visiting the nearby city of Manukau City? It's about 8 kilometres from AKL.
Travelling from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Takanini
If Takanini is where your trip takes you, it's around 13 kilometres from Auckland Airport.
Explore more of New Zealand
There are plenty more places you'll want to see in New Zealand, starting with Manukau City. Japanese park, C3 Manukau and Kotuku House are must-do's in this city, which is around 8 kilometres east of Auckland.
Hamilton might just become one of your favourite stops in New Zealand. You'll find it roughly 97 kilometres south-east of Auckland. Hamilton Pools, Hamilton Gardens and St Peter's Cathedral stand out as highlights. The main point of arrival is Hamilton International Airport (HLZ).
About 145 kilometres south-east of Auckland, Tauranga is worth working into your travels. Top reasons to go include Mauao / Mount Maunganui summit, Mount Maunganui Beachside Holiday Park and Maunganui Beach.
