Flying from Osaka to Auckland Airport (AKL): What you need to know
The timezone in Auckland is UTC+13, which is four hours ahead of Osaka. Auckland Airport is located in Auckland.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Osaka to AKL. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time like April? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Osaka to AKL. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Kansai International Airport (KIX). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular airports:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Travelling from central Osaka to KIX takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Osaka to Auckland Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Kansai International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kansai International Airport, data shows 73% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Osaka to Auckland Airport. Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) is one of the options between Osaka Itami International Airport and AKL.
ITM is around 18 kilometres from central Osaka. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 35 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Osaka to AKL flight? Kick back in a hotel near Osaka Itami International Airport before your break officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
The majority of flights that depart Osaka Itami International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 83%.
ITM is located at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
UKB is around 32 kilometres from central Osaka. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 40 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Osaka to Auckland Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Kobe Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
UKB has an on-time performance rate of 82%. This means most of its flights reach their destination on schedule and your trip goes off without a hitch.
You'll find Kobe Airport at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
About Auckland Airport (AKL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Osaka to Auckland Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near AKL instead:
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Osaka to Auckland Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
Central Auckland is around 19 kilometres from Auckland Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Auckland Airport (AKL)
At the moment, Rs104,639 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Auckland Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs200,449. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Osaka to AKL, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Osaka to Auckland Airport (AKL)
December is the quietest month for flights from Osaka to Auckland Airport (AKL), while March is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Auckland based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Osaka to AKL plane ticket departing in February if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Auckland to range from 15ºC to 24ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Osaka to Auckland Airport in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 14ºC.
More about Auckland
After booking your flight from Osaka to Auckland Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Auckland:
Rangitoto Island and Rangitoto Summit are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Auckland travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Mt. Wellington.
Explore more of New Zealand
Hamilton is just one of the many cities in New Zealand waiting to be explored once you've seen Auckland. Around 97 kilometres away to the southeast, top sights here include Hamilton Gardens, St Peter's Cathedral and Eden Park.
If you're looking to explore another side of New Zealand, consider Tauranga, about 145 kilometres southeast of Auckland. Mauao / Mount Maunganui summit, Maunganui Beach and Mount Maunganui Lookout are highlights.