Flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS): what you need to know
Austin is 18 hours behind Auckland and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Your AKL to AUS 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 for international travel.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Auckland Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between AKL and AUS:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Currently, $827 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Auckland Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,856. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from AKL to AUS. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Auckland Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
When it comes to Auckland Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.31% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Auckland Airport from central Auckland, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near AKL? If you're boarding an early flight from Auckland Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Auckland Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near AUS instead:
Grab an Austin-Bergstrom International Airport rental car and explore Austin and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Easirent are popular providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to central Austin
You'll find AUS at 3600 Presidential Blvd.
From Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, Austin is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 3 hours 25 minutes.
When to fly to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
July is the most popular month for flights from Auckland Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Austin in April.
Book your flight from Auckland Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Austin during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AKL to AUS around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
Houston is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Austin. Around 241 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park.
San Antonio is another essential stop in United States and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Austin. No trip is complete without visiting The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.