Return fares to Auckland by month, based on the cheapest return airfares found for each month.
The cheapest month to fly to Auckland is August 2026, with return fares from $353 — 38% cheaper than the most expensive month (April 2027, from $570).
Based on the fares we've tracked, August is typically the cheapest month to fly to Auckland, with return fares from $353. April is the most expensive month, with the cheapest return fares around $570.
Across the year, return fares to Auckland average around $457. If you can travel in the off-peak months of August, July and September, you'll generally pay up to 23% less than the yearly average.
These are the cheapest prices for return airfares to Auckland
These are the average prices for return airfares to Auckland
When is the cheapest time to travel to Auckland? The cheapest month to travel is typically August.
How much do return flights to Auckland cost?The best price we found for a return flight to Auckland is $385.
What is the cheapest date to fly to Auckland?Currently, the cheapest date for a return flight to Auckland is 09 August 2026.
What is the cheapest airline that flys to Auckland?Currently, the cheapest airline that flys to Auckland is Jetstar.
Which airlines fly direct to Auckland? China Airlines, China Southern, Emirates, Jetstar, China Eastern, Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, Qantas, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Air Tahiti Nui and Virgin Australia fly direct.
How long does a direct flight 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.
Auckland Airport is at Mangere, about 20 km south of the CBD. There is no direct rail link, so you will arrive in the city by bus or road.
- SkyDrive is the most direct bus option. Express coaches run between both terminals and SkyCity in central Auckland, roughly every 30 minutes. The trip takes about 25 to 40 minutes depending on traffic. No intermediate stops.
- AirportLink bus is the budget option. Catch it from the terminal to Puhinui Station (about 15 to 20 minutes), then transfer to a suburban train to Britomart in the CBD (about 34 minutes). Total travel time is around 50 to 65 minutes. Pay with an AT HOP card or contactless bank card.
- Taxis and rideshare (Uber) are available outside both terminals. Allow 30 to 50 minutes to the CBD depending on traffic.
If you are driving, State Highway 20 and the Waterview Tunnel connect the airport to the western motorway network. There are no tolls on this route.
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