Flying from Sacramento to Auckland Airport (AKL): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Sacramento. Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Sacramento to Auckland Airport (AKL) departing from here.
The timezone in Auckland is UTC+13, which is 20 hours ahead of Sacramento. Auckland Airport is located in Auckland.
To ensure you catch your flight from Sacramento to AKL, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Sacramento to AKL. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Sacramento International Airport (SMF). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Sacramento, SMF can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
In search of a convenient place to stay before your flight from Sacramento to Auckland Airport? Consider Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. Get a good night's sleep here before making your way to Sacramento International Airport.
Sacramento International Airport has a solid on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from SMF arrive on schedule 82.15% of the time.
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Airport (SCK)
You can reach SCK from central Sacramento in approximately 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 3 hours 20 minutes to cover the 88 kilometres or so.
Want to add an extra day to your getaway? Consider staying at a hotel near Stockton Airport the night before your Sacramento to AKL flight. Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast and Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton will have a room for you.
55.67% of all departures from Stockton Airport arrive according to schedule.
The address for SCK is 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
About Auckland Airport (AKL)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Sacramento to Auckland Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near AKL:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Auckland Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Yes rentals or Bargain Rental Cars to explore Auckland and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around four weeks before your Sacramento to Auckland Airport flight.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
The centre of Auckland is about 18 kilometres from Auckland Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
It'll take around 1 hour 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Auckland Airport (AKL)
Rs148,140 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Auckland Airport. A return flight starts from Rs240,546. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Sacramento to AKL if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Sacramento to Auckland Airport ticket.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up on flight tickets from Sacramento to AKL.
Find a cheap flight from Sacramento to Auckland Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Sacramento to Auckland Airport (AKL)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Auckland. July is when most people book flights from Sacramento to Auckland Airport (AKL), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Auckland is February, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 24ºC. Book your Sacramento to AKL flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Sacramento to Auckland Airport in July when temperatures are between 9ºC and 14ºC.
More about Auckland
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Auckland right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Sacramento to Auckland Airport:
You'll find loads of awesome things to do in Auckland when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick things off at Rangitoto Island followed by Auckland Bridge Climb and Bungy and Auckland Waterfront.
Explore more of New Zealand
Auckland is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand you'll want to see. Around 97 kilometres south-east of Auckland, a trip to Hamilton will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Hamilton Pools, Hamilton Gardens and St Peter's Cathedral.
Tauranga is another favourite destination in New Zealand and is around 145 kilometres south-east of Auckland. No trip is complete without experiencing Mauao / Mount Maunganui summit, Mount Maunganui Beachside Holiday Park and Maunganui Beach.
