Flying from Perth Airport (PER) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Perth Airport to Auckland Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 6 hours 40 minutes.
Auckland is five hours ahead of Perth and follows the UTC+13 timezone.
Flights from PER to AKL start at 07:15 — the earliest with Batik Air Malaysia. The latest departure is at 19:50 with Air New Zealand. Overall, you can choose from 20 weekly Perth Airport to Auckland Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PER to AKL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Air New Zealand offers direct flights from Perth Airport to Auckland Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Auckland — and maybe even more of New Zealand if your schedule allows.
Air New Zealand has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Air New Zealand is the most punctual carrier operating PER to AKL flights, with 75.41% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Perth Airport to Auckland Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between PER and AKL:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Brisbane Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Perth Airport (PER) to Auckland Airport (AKL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Perth Airport to Auckland Airport flight is 245 €. A return plane ticket right now is 446 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from PER to AKL by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Perth Airport to Auckland Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from PER to AKL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Perth Airport to Auckland Airport.
Handy information about Perth Airport (PER)
When it comes to Perth Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73.04% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Perth to Perth Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport will take about 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Perth Airport to Auckland Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to PER:
Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)
If you're coming in on a late Perth Airport to Auckland Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options 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 main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Auckland Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
Auckland Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from the centre of Auckland. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Perth Airport to Auckland Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Auckland in April.
Before locking in your flight from Perth Airport to Auckland Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Auckland, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PER to AKL in July. Temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've seen Auckland, now it's time to explore other corners of New Zealand. Travel about 499 kilometres south to Wellington to check off its top attractions. From Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa) to Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 18 kilometres south-east of Auckland, Manukau City is another essential stop in New Zealand. No visit is complete without checking out Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church.