Flying from Dunedin International Airport (DUD) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Dunedin International Airport to Auckland Airport.
Auckland's timezone is UTC+13, which is the same as Dunedin.
Take your pick of 39 weekly Dunedin International Airport to Auckland Airport flights. The 09:25 departure with Air New Zealand is the earliest available. Air New Zealand operates the latest service of the day at 19:25.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DUD to AKL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Jetstar is your ticket to exploring Auckland (and maybe even some other exciting parts of New Zealand!). Check out the direct flights from Dunedin International Airport to Auckland Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Jetstar.
Air New Zealand ranks as the leading on-time carrier for DUD to AKL flights, with 84.53% of its services arriving as scheduled.
If you'd love to tour a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Dunedin International Airport to Auckland Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Wellington International Airport is a sought-after stop between DUD and AKL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dunedin International Airport (DUD) to Auckland Airport (AKL)
Right now, Rs11,477 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Dunedin International Airport to Auckland Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs22,957. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from DUD to AKL by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Dunedin International Airport to Auckland Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from DUD to AKL.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Dunedin International Airport to Auckland Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Dunedin International Airport (DUD)
78.51% of flights that leave from Dunedin International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Dunedin International Airport from central Dunedin, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 29 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Get your flight from Dunedin International Airport to Auckland Airport off to a hassle-free start. Just a short ride from DUD, stay at The Professor's Beach House - Brighton Home and be well-rested for the journey ahead.
Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)
If you're landing on a late Dunedin International Airport to Auckland Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near AKL:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Auckland Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Yes rentals or Bargain Rental Cars and explore beyond Auckland's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Auckland Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
Auckland Airport to the centre of Auckland has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)
The quietest month for a flight from Dunedin International Airport to Auckland Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Auckland based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Dunedin International Airport to Auckland Airport for February if you want to explore Auckland during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 24ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 9ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap tickets from DUD to AKL around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of New Zealand
Auckland is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand waiting to be explored. Around 499 kilometres south of Auckland, a visit to Wellington will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
If there's time to check out another corner of New Zealand, head for Manukau City, roughly 18 kilometres south-east of Auckland. Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church are key highlights.
