Flying from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Auckland International Airport (AKL): what you need to know
Around 11 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Incheon International Airport to Auckland International Airport.
Auckland's timezone is UTC+13, which makes Auckland four hours ahead of Seoul.
Take your pick of five weekly Incheon International Airport to Auckland International Airport flights. The 18:00 departure with Korean Air is the earliest you can take. Korean Air operates the latest service of the day at 18:10.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your ICN to AKL flight.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Auckland (and then discovering more of New Zealand!) is a cinch with Korean Air. This popular airline has direct flights from Incheon International Airport to Auckland International Airport.
Most passengers choose to fly with Korean Air on this route.
Korean Air is the most punctual carrier that offers ICN to AKL flights, with 78.18% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Incheon International Airport to Auckland International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between ICN and AKL:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Sydney Airport
Tokyo Narita Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Auckland International Airport (AKL)
Currently, $489 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Incheon International Airport to Auckland International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $940. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book one month before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from ICN to AKL.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Incheon International Airport to Auckland International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Incheon International Airport to Auckland International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Of the flights that depart from Incheon International Airport, 74% touch down on time at their destination.
Incheon International Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Seoul. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to ICN? If you've booked an early flight from Incheon International Airport to Auckland International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Auckland International Airport (AKL)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Incheon International Airport to Auckland International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near AKL instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Auckland International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Yes homes or Bargain Rental Cars and explore beyond Auckland's main sights.
Booking your ride from Auckland International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Auckland International Airport (AKL)
The quietest month for a flight from Incheon International Airport to Auckland International Airport is March, while December is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Auckland based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Auckland is February, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your flights from Incheon International Airport to Auckland International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from ICN to AKL in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of New Zealand
Wellington is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be explored after you've seen Auckland. Around 499 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, Wellington Botanic Gardens and Weta Workshop.


