Flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Hamilton International Airport (HLZ): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your AKL to HLZ flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Auckland Airport to Hamilton International Airport. Many passengers pass through Wellington International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Hamilton International Airport (HLZ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Auckland Airport to Hamilton International Airport flight is Rs27,874. A return ticket right now is Rs68,418. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from AKL to HLZ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Auckland Airport to Hamilton International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from AKL to HLZ.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Auckland Airport to Hamilton International Airport.
Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Auckland Airport, data shows 69.31% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Auckland Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Auckland. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near AKL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Auckland Airport to Hamilton International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Hamilton International Airport (HLZ)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Auckland Airport to Hamilton International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near HLZ instead:
Explore without limits with a Hamilton International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Ezi, Thrifty or Avis and venture far and wide through Hamilton and beyond.
Improve your chances of snagging the best deal by booking as early as you can. Reserving your vehicle from Hamilton International Airport at least a few weeks in advance is a good idea.
Getting from Hamilton International Airport (HLZ) to central Hamilton
From Hamilton International Airport, Hamilton is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Hamilton International Airport (HLZ)
April is the busiest month for flights from Auckland Airport to Hamilton International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Hamilton in January.
The warmest month in Hamilton is February, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Auckland Airport to Hamilton International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap tickets from AKL to HLZ sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of New Zealand
Hamilton is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of New Zealand just waiting to be explored. Around 113 kilometres north-west of Hamilton, a trip to Auckland will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Sky Tower, Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum.
If you want to check out another corner of New Zealand, head for Wellington, about 386 kilometres south of Hamilton. Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car are among the biggest draws.
