Travelling from Seoul to Auckland Airport (AKL): What you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Seoul. Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Seoul to Auckland Airport (AKL) leaving from here.
Expect to be travelling for 11 hours 30 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Seoul to Auckland Airport flight.
The timezone in Auckland is UTC+13, which is four hours ahead of Seoul. Auckland Airport is located in Auckland.
You can choose from 5 direct services a week between Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Auckland Airport (AKL). This is the busiest route, with Korean Air offering a 6pm departure from ICN to AKL.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Seoul to AKL. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as January? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Seoul
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Get there in one go from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN). Direct flights from Seoul to Auckland Airport (AKL) operate from here.
When taking off from ICN, you can take a direct flight from Seoul to Auckland Airport with Korean Air.
The most frequently booked airline between ICN and AKL is Korean Air.
Korean Air is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 78.18% of its services landing on schedule.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Seoul to AKL departing from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Travelling from central Seoul to ICN takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Seoul to Auckland Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Seoul Incheon International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Seoul Incheon International Airport, 74% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Break up your flight from Seoul to Auckland Airport with a stop at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). A major connection between Seoul Gimpo International Airport and AKL, it's a good opportunity to unwind before the next leg of your journey.
You can reach GMP from the centre of Seoul in approximately 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes to travel the 16 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Seoul to AKL flight, stay in one of these hotels near Seoul Gimpo International Airport:
Flights from Seoul Gimpo International Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 80% of them arriving as planned.
About Auckland Airport (AKL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Seoul to Auckland Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near AKL:
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Seoul to Auckland Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
From Auckland Airport, central Auckland is around 19 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It takes around 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Auckland Airport (AKL)
284 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Auckland Airport. A return flight starts from 567 €. These fares can change depending on demand.
Get cheap flights from Seoul to AKL by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for bagging a bargain.
June is when you're most likely to land a fantastic deal on a Seoul to Auckland Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Seoul to Auckland Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Seoul to Auckland Airport (AKL)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. December is the quietest month to go to Auckland. March is when most people book flights from Seoul to Auckland Airport (AKL), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Auckland is February, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your Seoul 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 Seoul to Auckland Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Auckland
Start your Auckland trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Seoul to Auckland Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Rangitoto Island and Rangitoto Summit are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Auckland itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Mt. Wellington.
Explore more of New Zealand
Auckland is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand waiting to be discovered. About 97 kilometres southeast of Auckland, a visit to Hamilton will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Hamilton Gardens, St Peter's Cathedral and Eden Park.
Tauranga is another sought-after destination in New Zealand and is around 145 kilometres southeast of Auckland. No journey is complete without visiting Mauao / Mount Maunganui summit, Maunganui Beach and Mount Maunganui Lookout.