Travelling from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
Auckland's timezone is UTC+13, making Auckland 11 hours ahead of Durban.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your DUR to AKL flight.
Flying during a peak time like June? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
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 King Shaka International Airport to Auckland Airport. Many travellers pass through Dubai Airport when flying between DUR and AKL.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Auckland Airport (AKL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way King Shaka International Airport to Auckland Airport flight is Rs176,040. A round-trip ticket is currently Rs314,012. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DUR to AKL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from King Shaka International Airport to Auckland Airport.
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Handy information about King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
86.29% of flights departing from King Shaka International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from DUR.
King Shaka International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Durban. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near DUR. Whether you're boarding an early flight from King Shaka International Airport to Auckland Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a King Shaka International Airport to Auckland Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near AKL instead:
Go where the road takes you with an Auckland Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Auto-Union, Yes rentals or Bargain Rental Cars and see more of Auckland and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Auckland Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
Auckland Airport to central Auckland has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from King Shaka International Airport to Auckland Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Auckland. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Auckland is February, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 24ºC. Lock in your flights from King Shaka International Airport to Auckland Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between 9ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap tickets from DUR to AKL sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've visited Auckland, now it's time to explore other parts of New Zealand. Travel about 499 kilometres south to Wellington to tick off its top attractions. From Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa) to Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 18 kilometres south-east of Auckland, Manukau City is another essential stop in New Zealand. Experience major highlights starting with Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church.
