Cheap Flights to Auckland International Airport

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight to Auckland International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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Airports near Auckland

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Direct flights to Auckland International

Frequently asked questions

Virgin Australia, Air New Zealand, Singapore Airlines, Qantas, Etihad Airways, Air China, Emirates and Air Tahiti Nui all fly direct to Auckland International.
The cheapest month to fly to Auckland International is usually June.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Auckland International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 54 minutes.
The best price we found for a return flight to Auckland International is $258. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Auckland International Airport is Sunday, 8 June 2025.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Auckland is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Auckland International.

Flying to Auckland International

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$180
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time3 hrs, 54 mins
Most popular airlineVirgin Australia
Average flights per week1,338

How to find cheap flights to Auckland Airport (AKL)

  • Right now, $180 is the cheapest price for a one-way flight to Auckland Airport. Or you can book a round-trip plane ticket to AKL for $258.

  • Set a Price Alert for tickets to AKL and skip the endless refreshing. We'll stay on top of it for you, sending updates when fares drop.

  • To pick up cheap tickets to Auckland, where Auckland Airport is located, book seven months before you travel. That's the general recommendation for scoring the best bargains.

  • Check the 'Add nearby airports' option and expand your search for cheap flights to Auckland. This will list all the airports around your departure and arrival points.

  • Think about taking a flight with a stop, as indirect routes can often save you money. Just uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets to Auckland Airport.

Best time to go to Auckland

  • June is typically the cheapest month to jump on a flight to Auckland.

  • If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to AKL.

  • If you want to experience Auckland at its liveliest, lock in your flights to AKL for July. Holidaying during peak seasons typically means more to see and do than at other times.

  • April is the quietest period of the year to travel if you want a more relaxed vibe. You'll generally find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Auckland then.

  • Check the weather before you travel. February brings the warmest days in Auckland, averaging between 15ºC and 24ºC.

  • July sees the lowest temperatures, ranging from around 9ºC to 14ºC.

Flying to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know

Getting to central Auckland from Auckland Airport (AKL)

  • AKL is located about 27 kilometres from central Auckland.

  • Once you've touched down from your flight to AKL, expect a drive to the centre of around 30 minutes.

  • You can expect the ride to take roughly 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.

  • If you want to stay close to all the action in Auckland, drop your bags at one of these comfy hotels:

Auckland highlights

Sky Tower

  • Put this at the top of your to-do list after stepping off your flight to Auckland Airport. You'll find it around 0.16 kilometres north of the city centre in Auckland CBD.

Auckland Museum Atrium

  • Cross off one of the best attractions in Auckland with a visit to Auckland Museum Atrium. It's in Newmarket about 2 kilometres south-east of the centre.

Auckland War Memorial Museum

  • Auckland War Memorial Museum will also make the highlight reel of your holiday. From the heart of Auckland, it's located in Parnell around 2 kilometres to the south-east.

Complete your trip with an Auckland car hire

  • Choose from a variety of car rentals in Auckland and go wherever the road takes you. With one quick search, compare rates and find the best deal after securing your hotel and cheap flight to Auckland Airport.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.