Travelling from Taipei to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
Taipei has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Taipei to Auckland Airport (AKL) flying out of Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) or Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
10 hours 50 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Taipei to Auckland Airport.
Auckland Airport is located in Auckland. The city operates in the UTC+13 timezone and is 5 hours ahead of Taipei.
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Auckland Airport (AKL) is the most popular route. There are 3 direct departures a week to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with Air New Zealand at 18:35. Opt for the first TPE to AKL departure operated by Air New Zealand at 18:30 if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you catch your flight from Taipei to AKL, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Taipei to Auckland Airport (AKL) depart from this terminal.
When jetting out of TPE, you can take a direct flight from Taipei to Auckland Airport with Air New Zealand.
The distance from central Taipei to TPE is roughly 48 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the best route, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Taipei to Auckland Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Planning to leave from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)? You can book a direct flight from Taipei to Auckland Airport (AKL) departing from this busy hub.
You can board a direct flight from Taipei to AKL with Air New Zealand. This is one of the main carriers operating this route out of TSA.
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Taipei to Auckland Airport, check out these options when taking off from Taipei Songshan Airport:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
TSA is about 6 kilometres from central Taipei. It'll take 19 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not spend an extra night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Taipei Songshan Airport the day before your flight from Taipei to AKL:
About Auckland Airport (AKL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Taipei to Auckland Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near AKL:
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
Auckland Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from the centre of Auckland. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 30 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour and 24 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Auckland Airport (AKL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Taipei to Auckland Airport is $478. The cheapest price for a return flight is $960. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
We recommend booking 5 months ahead. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to find flight tickets from Taipei to AKL around that time.
To score the best deal on your tickets from Taipei to Auckland Airport, book your trip for February (it's when flights are cheapest). Got flexible travel dates? Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Taipei to Auckland Airport (AKL)
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Taipei to Auckland Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Auckland, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Lock in your flight from Taipei to AKL for February if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Auckland to range from 15ºC to 24ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Taipei to Auckland Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC and 14ºC on average.
More about Auckland
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Auckland right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Taipei to Auckland Airport:
One of the best ways to experience Auckland is to explore its top attractions. Essential stops include Sky Tower, Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum.
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