Travelling from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Narita International Airport (NRT): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Auckland Airport to Narita International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 11 hours.
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9, which is four hours behind Auckland.
Choose from 11 weekly Auckland Airport to Narita International Airport flights. The 10:05 departure with Air New Zealand is the earliest you can take. Air New Zealand operates the last service of the day at 23:55.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your AKL to NRT flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Air New Zealand offers direct flights from Auckland Airport to Narita International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Tokyo — and maybe even more of Japan if your schedule allows.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Air New Zealand on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers AKL to NRT flights is Air New Zealand. Its services land as scheduled 67.47% of the time.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Auckland Airport to Narita International Airport. These are the top stopovers between AKL and NRT:
Brisbane Airport
Cairns Airport
Nadi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Narita International Airport (NRT)
Currently, 246 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Auckland Airport to Narita International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 540 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from AKL to NRT by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Auckland Airport to Narita International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
When it comes to Auckland Airport's on-time performance, 69.31% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Auckland to Auckland Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport usually takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Auckland Airport to Narita International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near AKL:
Arriving at Narita International Airport (NRT)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Auckland Airport to Narita International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near NRT instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Narita International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Hire and explore beyond Tokyo's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Narita International Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Narita International Airport (NRT) to central Tokyo
The street address for NRT is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Narita International Airport is approximately 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. The drive time takes around 1 hour.
When to fly to Narita International Airport (NRT)
July is the busiest month for flights from Auckland Airport to Narita International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Tokyo in April.
When reserving your flight from Auckland Airport to Narita International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from AKL to NRT in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Japan just waiting to be discovered. Around 31 kilometres south-west of Tokyo, a visit to Yokohama will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Japan, consider Osaka, about 402 kilometres west of Tokyo. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are key reasons to visit.