Travelling from Auckland Airport (AKL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is 13 hours behind Auckland.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your AKL to LHR flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Auckland Airport to London Heathrow Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between AKL and LHR include:
Los Angeles International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Auckland Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight is 295 €. A return ticket right now is 781 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from AKL to LHR. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport to London Heathrow Airport across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from AKL to LHR.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Auckland Airport to London Heathrow Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
Of all flights leaving Auckland Airport, 69.31% land on time at their destination.
To reach Auckland Airport from central Auckland, it takes about 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near AKL. Whether you have an early flight from Auckland Airport to London Heathrow Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you're coming in on a late Auckland Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near LHR:
Go where the road takes you with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and experience more of London and beyond.
Reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
From London Heathrow Airport, London is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 55 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 1 hour.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
July is the busiest month for flights from Auckland Airport to London Heathrow Airport. For a quieter experience, go to London in February.
Lock in your flight from Auckland Airport to London Heathrow Airport for July if you'd like to go to London during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AKL to LHR in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom you'll want to see. About 161 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in United Kingdom, head for Bristol, about 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are among the biggest draws.