Flying from London to Auckland Airport (AKL): What you need to know
When planning your flight from London to Auckland Airport (AKL), you'll have your choice of airports to jet out of. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Auckland Airport is located in Auckland. The city operates on the UTC+13 timezone and is 13 hours ahead of London.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to AKL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
In high season, expect longer queues and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from London to AKL leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Located around 31 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you have an early flight from London to Auckland Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
68.18% of flights that take off from London Heathrow Airport touch down at their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Break up your flight from London to Auckland Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Top stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and AKL include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You can reach LGW from central London in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your London to AKL flight? Unwind in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
69.26% of all departures from London Gatwick Airport arrive according to schedule.
Stansted Airport (STN)
When booking your plane ticket from London to Auckland Airport (AKL) out of Stansted Airport (STN), you have stopover options to choose from. Consider making a pit stop at Dubai Airport (DXB), one of the busiest transit hubs on this route.
STN is around 64 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Make catching an early London to Auckland Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these hotels close to Stansted Airport and get to your boarding gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
The on-time performance record of STN is 64.73%. In other words, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
About Auckland Airport (AKL)
Reserve a hotel near AKL if you have a late flight from London to Auckland Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
Travel at your own pace with an Auckland Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Auto-Union, Yes rentals or Bargain Rental Cars and find adventure across Auckland and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around four weeks before your London to Auckland Airport flight.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
The centre of Auckland is about 18 kilometres from Auckland Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research before you go.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Auckland Airport (AKL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Auckland Airport is 383 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 621 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from London to AKL, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your London to Auckland Airport ticket.
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Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from London to Auckland Airport. Choose the flight times, carriers and stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from London to Auckland Airport (AKL)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from London to Auckland Airport (AKL). July is the peak month for travel to Auckland. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in April.
The warmest month in Auckland is February, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your London to AKL plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
July sees temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from London to Auckland Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Auckland
Start your Auckland trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Auckland Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Rangitoto Island and Auckland Bridge Climb and Bungy are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Auckland to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Auckland Waterfront.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've seen Auckland, now it's time to explore other corners of New Zealand. Travel around 97 kilometres south-east to Hamilton to check off its must-visit sights. From Hamilton Pools to Hamilton Gardens and St Peter's Cathedral, your itinerary will be busy.
Tauranga is another must-experience destination in New Zealand and is around 145 kilometres south-east of Auckland. No journey is complete without visiting Mauao / Mount Maunganui summit, Mount Maunganui Beachside Holiday Park and Maunganui Beach.
