Cheap Flights from Sydney to Auckland
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Do you need to catch a flight to Sydney? Check out our domestic flights to Sydney. If Sydney is not your closest airport, then here are all our flights to Auckland from Australia and flights to New Zealand. Maybe a different destination? Here are all the flights from Sydney
Cheapest Time of Year to Fly from Sydney to Auckland
Return fares from Sydney to Auckland by month, based on the cheapest return airfares found for each month.
The cheapest month to fly to Auckland is October 2026, with return fares from $423 — 47% cheaper than the most expensive month (April 2027, from $798).
When Should You Fly to Auckland?
Based on the fares we've tracked, October is typically the cheapest month to fly to Auckland, with return fares from $423. April is the most expensive month, with the cheapest return fares around $798.
Across the year, return fares to Auckland average around $542. If you can travel in the off-peak months of October, November and September, you'll generally pay up to 22% less than the yearly average.
Cheapest Sydney to Auckland Return Prices
These are the cheapest prices for Sydney to Auckland return airfares.
Average Sydney to Auckland Return Prices
These are the average prices for Sydney to Auckland return airfares.
Frequently Asked Questions about flying from Sydney to Auckland
When is the cheapest time to travel from Sydney to Auckland?The cheapest month to travel is typically November.
How much do return flights from Sydney to Auckland cost?The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Auckland is $459.
What is the cheapest date to fly from Sydney to Auckland?Currently, the cheapest date for a return flight from Sydney to Auckland is 19 July 2026.
What is the cheapest airline that flys from Sydney to Auckland?Currently, the cheapest airline that flys from Sydney to Auckland is Jetstar.
Which airlines fly direct from Sydney to Auckland?China Airlines, China Southern, Emirates, Jetstar, China Eastern, Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, Qantas, Singapore Airlines, Air Tahiti Nui and Virgin Australia fly direct.
How long does a direct flight from Sydney to Auckland take?The shortest direct flight usually takes 3 hours and 0 minutes.
What is the IATA airport code for Auckland?The IATA code for Auckland is AKL. It is located in New Zealand at coordinates -37.00478, 174.7834.
When should you book flights to Auckland?From our data, you should book flights to Auckland 60 days out.
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