Travelling from Wanganui Airport (WAG) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Wanganui Airport to Auckland Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour.
Auckland's timezone is UTC+13, which is the same as Whanganui.
Flights from WAG to AKL start from 06:30 — the earliest with Air Chathams. The latest departure is at 16:30 with Air Chathams. In total, there are 28 weekly Wanganui Airport to Auckland Airport flights.
Your WAG to AKL flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as October. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Travelling to Auckland (and then exploring more of New Zealand!) is a snap with Air Chathams. This popular airline has direct flights from Wanganui Airport to Auckland Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Air Chathams.
How to find the cheapest flights from Wanganui Airport (WAG) to Auckland Airport (AKL)
Rs14,072 is the best price for a one-way Wanganui Airport to Auckland Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs35,381. These prices may change based on availability.
Get cheap tickets from WAG to AKL by booking ten months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Wanganui Airport to Auckland Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Wanganui Airport to Auckland Airport.
Handy information about Wanganui Airport (WAG)
To get to Wanganui Airport from central Whanganui, it takes about 5 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near WAG. Whether you've booked an early flight from Wanganui Airport to Auckland Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Wanganui Airport to Auckland Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near AKL instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Auckland Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Yes rentals or Bargain Rental Cars and experience the lesser-explored corners of Auckland and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Auckland Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
From Auckland Airport, Auckland is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Wanganui Airport to Auckland Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Auckland. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Wanganui Airport to Auckland Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Auckland, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 24ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from WAG to AKL in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 14ºC on average.
Explore more of New Zealand
Auckland is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of New Zealand you'll want to see. About 499 kilometres south of Auckland, a visit to Wellington will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
Manukau City is another well-known destination in New Zealand and is around 18 kilometres south-east of Auckland. No trip is complete without seeing Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church.
