Flying from Victoria to Auckland Airport (AKL): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Victoria. Victoria International Airport (YYJ) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Victoria to Auckland Airport (AKL) taking off from here.
The timezone in Auckland is UTC+13, which is 21 hours ahead of Victoria. Auckland Airport is located in Auckland.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Victoria to AKL.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Victoria
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
YYJ is about 27 kilometres from central Victoria. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Victoria to Auckland Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays near Victoria International Airport:
67.45% of flights that leave from Victoria International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH)
With public transport, you can travel from central Victoria to YWH in around 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 2 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 5 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Victoria to AKL flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Victoria Inner Harbour Airport:
About Auckland Airport (AKL)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Victoria to Auckland Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near AKL:
Grab an Auckland Airport rental car and discover Auckland and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Yes rentals and Bargain Rental Cars are popular outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around four weeks before your Victoria to Auckland Airport flight.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
Auckland Airport to central Auckland is roughly 18 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Victoria to Auckland Airport (AKL)
At the moment, Rs127,765 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Victoria to Auckland Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs332,537. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Victoria to AKL, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Victoria to Auckland Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Victoria to Auckland Airport (AKL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Victoria to Auckland Airport (AKL). Plan your visit to Auckland in April if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Before locking in your Victoria to AKL flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. February is the warmest month in Auckland, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 24ºC.
July has temperatures of between 9ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Victoria to Auckland Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Auckland
Once you've booked your flight from Victoria 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:
Your Auckland trip should come with a side of sightseeing. Top attractions that should be on your list include Rangitoto Island, Auckland Bridge Climb and Bungy and Auckland Waterfront.
Explore more of New Zealand
Hamilton is just one of the many cities in New Zealand waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Auckland. Around 97 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Hamilton Pools, Hamilton Gardens and St Peter's Cathedral.
Tauranga is another essential stop in New Zealand and is around 145 kilometres south-east of Auckland. No journey is complete without a visit to Mauao / Mount Maunganui summit, Mount Maunganui Beachside Holiday Park and Maunganui Beach.
