Flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Faleolo Airport (APW): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 45 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Auckland Airport to Faleolo Airport.
The timezone in Apia is UTC+14, which is one hour ahead of Auckland.
You can choose from 14 weekly Auckland Airport to Faleolo Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Air New Zealand is the earliest you can take. Air New Zealand operates the latest service of the day at 20:45.
Your AKL to APW flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Air New Zealand is your gateway to discovering Apia (and maybe even some other great parts of Samoa!). Check out the direct flights from Auckland Airport to Faleolo Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Air New Zealand.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for AKL to APW flights is Air New Zealand.
If you'd like to visit another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Auckland Airport to Faleolo Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Nadi International Airport is a sought-after stop between AKL and APW.
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Faleolo Airport (APW)
Currently, $262 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Auckland Airport to Faleolo Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $537. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from AKL to APW by booking at least ten months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Auckland Airport to Faleolo Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from AKL to APW.
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Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
Of all flights departing from Auckland Airport, 69.31% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Auckland to Auckland Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near AKL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Auckland Airport to Faleolo Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Faleolo Airport (APW)
Stay within a short transfer of arrivals if you're getting in on a late Auckland Airport to Faleolo Airport flight. Transit Motel is one option close to APW. Or check in and get some rest at Sheraton Samoa Beach Resort before travelling to your final destination.
Pick up a Faleolo Airport rental car and explore places that require a little more effort to reach. Hertz and Budget can set you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Apia and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Faleolo Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from Faleolo Airport (APW) to central Apia
Faleolo Airport is roughly 31 kilometres from the centre of Apia. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Faleolo Airport (APW)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Auckland Airport to Faleolo Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Apia. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Auckland Airport to Faleolo Airport for March if you want to visit Apia during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AKL to APW in August. Temperatures average between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Samoa
Take your travels further and see more of Samoa. Mulifanua is around 23 kilometres west of Apia and has plenty of exciting things to do, including Cape Fatuosofia Beach.
Have time for another stop? Make your way to Solosolo. It's located about 18 kilometres east of Apia and home to highlights like Utumau'u.