Flying from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Auckland International Airport (AKL): what you need to know
The timezone in Auckland is UTC+13, which is 13 hours ahead of Birmingham.
To ensure you catch your BHX to AKL flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you'd like to visit a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Birmingham Airport to Auckland International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a well-known stop between BHX and AKL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Auckland International Airport (AKL)
Currently, 518 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham Airport to Auckland International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 903 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from BHX to AKL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for a flight from Birmingham Airport to Auckland International Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from BHX to AKL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Birmingham Airport to Auckland International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Birmingham Airport (BHX)
72% of flights departing from Birmingham Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Birmingham Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to BHX? If you've booked an early flight from Birmingham Airport to Auckland International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Auckland International Airport (AKL)
If you're coming in on a late Birmingham Airport to Auckland International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near AKL:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Auckland International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Yes rentals or Bargain Rental Cars and experience the lesser-explored corners of Auckland and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Auckland International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
From Auckland International Airport, Auckland is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Auckland International Airport (AKL)
The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham Airport to Auckland International Airport is March, while December is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Auckland based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Auckland is February, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your flights from Birmingham Airport to Auckland International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
July sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BHX to AKL around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of New Zealand
Auckland has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand just waiting to be discovered. About 499 kilometres south of Auckland, a visit to Wellington will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, Wellington Botanic Gardens and Weta Workshop.