Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
The timezone in Auckland is UTC+13, which is 12 hours ahead of Barcelona.
To ensure you catch your BCN to AKL flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Auckland Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between BCN and AKL:
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Auckland Airport (AKL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Auckland Airport flight is Rs174,583. A return fare right now is Rs348,911. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BCN to AKL if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when looking for a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Auckland Airport.
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Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Auckland Airport.
Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Of all flights departing from Barcelona-El Prat Airport, 79.12% arrive on time at their destination.
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Auckland Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near BCN:
Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Auckland Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near AKL instead:
Grab an Auckland Airport rental car and explore Auckland and beyond with your own wheels. Auto-Union, Yes rentals and Bargain Rental Cars are well-known companies to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Auckland Airport around four weeks ahead.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
Auckland Airport to the centre of Auckland has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Auckland Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Auckland. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Auckland Airport for February if you want to visit Auckland during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 24ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from BCN to AKL in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC and 14ºC on average.
Explore more of New Zealand
Auckland has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of New Zealand you should also see. Around 499 kilometres south of Auckland, a trip to Wellington will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
If there's time to check out another major stop in New Zealand, head for Manukau City, about 18 kilometres south-east of Auckland. Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church are key highlights.
