Travelling from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Gisborne Airport (GIS): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Auckland Airport to Gisborne Airport.
Choose from 44 weekly Auckland Airport to Gisborne Airport flights. The 08:35 departure with Air New Zealand is the earliest available. Air New Zealand operates the latest service of the day at 19:15.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your AKL to GIS flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Air New Zealand has direct flights from Auckland Airport to Gisborne Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Gisborne — and maybe even more of New Zealand if your schedule allows.
Air New Zealand has the highest passenger demand on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating AKL to GIS flights is Air New Zealand. Its services land as planned 65.0% of the time.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Auckland Airport to Gisborne Airport. Many travellers pass through Wellington International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Gisborne Airport (GIS)
Rs22,516 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Auckland Airport to Gisborne Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs31,966. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from AKL to GIS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Plan your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Auckland Airport to Gisborne Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Auckland Airport to Gisborne Airport.
Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
Of the departures from Auckland Airport, 69.31% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Auckland Airport from central Auckland, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Auckland Airport to Gisborne Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to AKL:
Arriving at Gisborne Airport (GIS)
If you're getting in on a late Auckland Airport to Gisborne Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near GIS:
Pick up a Gisborne Airport rental car and discover Gisborne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ezi, Hertz and Thrifty are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Gisborne Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Gisborne Airport (GIS) to central Gisborne
Gisborne Airport to the centre of Gisborne has a drive time of about 5 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Gisborne Airport (GIS)
The quietest month for a flight from Auckland Airport to Gisborne Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Gisborne based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Auckland Airport to Gisborne Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Gisborne, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 25ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap tickets from AKL to GIS sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've done Gisborne, now it's time to explore other parts of New Zealand. Travel around 354 kilometres north-west to Auckland to check off its must-visit sights. From Sky Tower to Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another major stop in New Zealand, head for Wellington, about 402 kilometres south-west of Gisborne. Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car are the start of reasons to visit.
