Travelling from Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Auckland Airport is 5 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Auckland is UTC+13, which is 23 hours ahead of Papeete.
Flights from PPT to AKL start at 03:00 — the first with Air New Zealand. The last service of the day is at 09:10 with Air Tahiti Nui. In total, you can choose from five weekly Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Auckland Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your PPT to AKL flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Air New Zealand is your gateway to exploring Auckland (and maybe even some other great corners of New Zealand!). Browse the direct flights from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Auckland Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most travellers choose to travel with Air New Zealand on this route.
With 66.67% of services landing as planned, Air New Zealand is the most punctual carrier operating PPT to AKL flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Auckland Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between PPT and AKL:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT) to Auckland Airport (AKL)
Currently, 321 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Auckland Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 578 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from PPT to AKL.
The cheapest month for flights from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Auckland Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from PPT to AKL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Auckland Airport.
Handy information about Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Tahiti Faa'an Airport, 65.07% of flights complete their journey on time.
Tahiti Faa'an Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Papeete. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near PPT. Whether you're taking an early flight from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Auckland Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)
Consider booking a hotel near AKL if you have a late Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Auckland Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab an Auckland Airport rental car and explore Auckland and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Yes rentals and Bargain Rental Cars are leading providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Auckland Airport around 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 by car.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Auckland Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Auckland. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Auckland Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Auckland, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from PPT to AKL in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of New Zealand
Auckland is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand you should also see. Around 499 kilometres south of Auckland, a visit to Wellington will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
If you want to check out another side of New Zealand, consider Manukau City, roughly 18 kilometres south-east of Auckland. Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church are among its highlights.