Travelling from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Dunedin Airport (DUD): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Auckland International Airport to Dunedin Airport.
Auckland and Dunedin are in the same timezone, UTC+13.
Flights from AKL to DUD start at 06:55 — the first with Air New Zealand. The last departure is at 18:00 with Air New Zealand. In total, there are 26 weekly Auckland International Airport to Dunedin Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to catch your AKL to DUD flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as December, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Air New Zealand has direct flights from Auckland International Airport to Dunedin Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Dunedin — and maybe even more of New Zealand if time allows.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Air New Zealand.
Jetstar tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for AKL to DUD flights, with 81.48% of services arriving on schedule.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Auckland International Airport to Dunedin Airport. Many travellers pass through Christchurch Airport when flying between AKL and DUD.
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Dunedin Airport (DUD)
44 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Auckland International Airport to Dunedin Airport flight. A return flight starts from 90 €. These prices can change depending on demand.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from AKL to DUD. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Auckland International Airport to Dunedin Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Auckland International Airport (AKL)
70% of flights taking off from Auckland International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Auckland International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Auckland. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Auckland International Airport to Dunedin Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near AKL:
Arriving at Dunedin Airport (DUD)
Step off your Auckland International Airport to Dunedin Airport flight and jump into your hotel bed soon after. If you want a comfy option that's not too far from DUD, stay at The Professor's Beach House - Brighton Home.
Travel at your own speed with a Dunedin Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from GO Rentals, Ezi or Europcar and see more of Dunedin and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Dunedin Airport around one week before travelling.
Getting from Dunedin Airport (DUD) to central Dunedin
From Dunedin Airport, Dunedin is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Dunedin Airport (DUD)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Auckland International Airport to Dunedin Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Dunedin. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Auckland International Airport to Dunedin Airport for February if you want to visit Dunedin during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AKL to DUD in July. Temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of New Zealand
Dunedin has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of New Zealand waiting to be explored. Around 290 kilometres north-east of Dunedin, a trip to Christchurch will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Mount Herbert/Te Ahu Patiki, Gemston & Fossil Museum Birdlings Flat and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.
If you're looking to explore another side of New Zealand, head for Invercargill, roughly 177 kilometres west of Dunedin. Anderson Park, Aurora Australis viewpoint and Southland Museum & Art Gallery are among its highlights.