Travelling from Apia to Auckland Airport (AKL): What you need to know
Apia's main base, Faleolo International Airport (APW), is where great travel stories take off. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Apia to Auckland Airport (AKL).
The average duration of a direct Apia to Auckland Airport flight is 4 hours 10 minutes.
Auckland (where Auckland Airport is located) and Apia share the UTC+13 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
Faleolo International Airport (APW) to Auckland Airport (AKL) is the most popular route. You can select from 13 direct services a week between APW and AKL.
To ensure you catch your flight from Apia to AKL, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like January. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Apia
Faleolo International Airport (APW)
Get there in one go from Faleolo International Airport (APW). Direct flights from Apia to Auckland Airport (AKL) are available from here.
Air New Zealand is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Apia to Auckland Airport leaving from APW.
Air New Zealand ranks first in bookings for flights from APW to AKL.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time performance on this route is Air New Zealand. Its services arrive as planned 71.29% of the time.
Whether you're eager to discover a new place on the way or just have a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options taking off from Faleolo International Airport (APW), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Brisbane Airport (BNE) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Apia to AKL.
The journey from central Apia to APW takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
If you're catching an early flight from Apia to Auckland Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy some extra sleep) at Transit Motel. Sheraton Samoa Beach Resort is another handy option near Faleolo International Airport.
84% of flights leaving Faleolo International Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of APW.
About Auckland Airport (AKL)
Have a late flight from Apia to Auckland Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near AKL and shut your eyes sooner:
For the lowest price, reserve your ride around four weeks in advance of your Apia to Auckland Airport flight.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
Auckland Airport is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Auckland. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Apia to Auckland Airport (AKL)
At the moment, $292 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Apia to Auckland Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $534. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snap up cheap flights from Apia to AKL, book your plane ticket three months ahead of your planned departure.
August is when you're most likely to find a bargain on a Apia to Auckland Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from Apia to AKL is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a price drop.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Apia to Auckland Airport.
The best time to fly from Apia to Auckland Airport (AKL)
December is the quietest month for flights from Apia to Auckland Airport (AKL), while March is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Auckland based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Apia to AKL plane ticket departing in February if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Auckland to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
July sees temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Apia to Auckland Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Auckland
Start your Auckland trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Apia to Auckland Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Rangitoto Island, Rangitoto Summit and Mt. Wellington are attractions you won't want to skip in Auckland.
Explore more of New Zealand
Hamilton is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Auckland. Around 97 kilometres away to the southeast, popular attractions include Hamilton Gardens, St Peter's Cathedral and Eden Park.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in New Zealand, head for Tauranga, about 145 kilometres southeast of Auckland. Mauao / Mount Maunganui summit, Maunganui Beach and Mount Maunganui Lookout are among the biggest draws.



