Travelling from Faro Airport (FAO) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
The timezone in Auckland is UTC+13, which is 13 hours ahead of Faro.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your FAO to AKL flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Auckland Airport (AKL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Faro Airport to Auckland Airport flight is 666 €. A return ticket right now is 1.529 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from FAO to AKL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Faro Airport to Auckland Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Faro Airport (FAO)
Of all flights departing from Faro Airport, 76.66% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Faro to Faro Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to FAO? If you're catching an early flight from Faro Airport to Auckland Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)
If you have a late Faro Airport to Auckland Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near AKL:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Auckland Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Yes rentals or Bargain Rental Cars and explore beyond Auckland's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Auckland Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
From Auckland Airport, Auckland is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Faro Airport to Auckland Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Auckland. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Auckland is February, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your flights from Faro Airport to Auckland 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 FAO to AKL around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of New Zealand
Wellington is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be discovered once you've seen Auckland. Around 499 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
Manukau City is another favourite destination in New Zealand and is around 18 kilometres south-east of Auckland. No trip is complete without a visit to Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church.