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Cheap Flights to Auckland
| Most popular in | December | High demand for flights, 16% potential price rise |
| Cheapest in | August | Best time to find cheap flights, 4% potential price drop |
| Average price | $389 | Price for this month |
| Cheapest price | $326 | From Melbourne to Auckland |
Cheapest prices for Auckland flights by month
January
$514
February
$408
March
$418
April
$533
May
$412
June
$400
July
$406
August
$389
September
$443
October
$425
November
$419
December
$633
Currently, the cheapest month for flights to Auckland is August. The most expensive month for flights is December. The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.
When is the best time to fly to Auckland?
Choose a month below to see average flight price and weather conditions.
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$397 - $833
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14 - 24 °C
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20 - 57 mm
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Peak Season
Known as the ‘City of Sails’ for its nautical lifestyle and harbour setting, cosmopolitan Auckland is a jumping off point for people wishing to explore the rest of New Zealand. But there are plenty of attractions in this lively city to warrant a stopover, so factor in a few days when booking your cheap flights to Auckland. Peak tourist season is December through March, with the influx of overseas visitors and summer school holidays making this a busy time of year to book flights to Auckland. January and February are best months for beach weather and you’re spoiled for choice with many beautiful beaches and parks within an hour’s drive of the city, you can also jump on the downtown ferry and visit the offshore islands in the Hauraki Gulf.
Off season
Auckland’s winter (June to August) is mild with temps usually above 10C. June and July can produce some stunning clear blue sky days but the odd Antarctic southerly blast can send temperatures plummeting, so wrap up warmly when out and about. August is generally the wettest month but this doesn’t usually put people off from booking cheap flights to Auckland.
When is the best time to book flights to Auckland?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Auckland, you should look to book at least 42 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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Which day is cheapest to fly to Auckland?
Wednesday is currently, on average, the cheapest day to fly to Auckland. Flying on Sunday will result in higher flight prices.
What time of day is cheapest to fly?
Auckland flights can be made cheaper if you choose a flight in the afternoon. Booking a flight at midday will likely mean higher prices.
How long is the flight to Auckland?
Flights from Sydney to Auckland – 3 hrs 1 min
Flights from Melbourne to Auckland – 3 hrs 25 mins
Flights from Brisbane to Auckland – 3 hrs 4 mins
Flights from Perth to Auckland – 6 hrs 20 mins
Which airlines operate flights to Auckland?
Virgin Australia operates daily direct flights to Auckland from Sydney, Brisbane, the Gold Coast and Melbourne and, in partnership with Air New Zealand, from Adelaide. Air New Zealand offers nonstop flights from most major Australian cities, including the Sunshine Coast, Cairns and Perth. You may also be able to pick up a cheap flights to Auckland flying with Qantas.
How to get from Auckland airport to the city centre?
After disembarking from your flight at Auckland International Airport (AKL), there are plenty of public transport options for travellers to easily reach the city centre.
Bus service: Airbus services leave regularly from the airport (every 15 minutes during the day, every 30 minutes at night) for the city centre. Tickets cost $16 for a single ticket and $28 for a return. Shuttle buses are another transport option and can be cheaper if you book a shared ride.
Taxi: Taxis are also available and ranks are located outside the arrivals terminal. The average cost of a taxi ride into the city is $50.