Travelling from New York to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
Organising your flight from New York to Auckland Airport (AKL) begins with finding the right airport to kick off your trip. Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are the main departure points in New York.
Auckland Airport is located in Auckland. The city operates in the UTC+13 timezone and is 17 hours ahead of New York.
The busiest route is from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Auckland Airport (AKL), with 11 direct services every week. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from EWR to AKL is the 17:30 Qantas option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 21:55 with Air New Zealand.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from New York to AKL. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a peak month like August, get to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. You can expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like spring break and summer.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing flights from New York to AKL leaving from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
From central New York, EWR is approximately 24 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Newark Liberty International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from New York to Auckland Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Want more options for a direct flight from New York to Auckland Airport (AKL)? Browse the fares leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
Qantas has direct flights from New York to AKL departing from JFK. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and reach your destination in a single journey.
Split up your flight from New York to Auckland Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between John F. Kennedy International Airport and AKL are:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
JFK is about 48 kilometres from central New York. It'll take 48 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from New York to AKL, stay in one of these hotels near John F. Kennedy International Airport:
About Auckland Airport (AKL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from New York to Auckland Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near AKL:
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
Auckland Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from central Auckland. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 30 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 24 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Auckland Airport (AKL)
Pick up a one-way ticket from New York to Auckland Airport from ج.م. 25,377 or travel return from just ج.م. 48,779. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
To find cheap tickets from New York to AKL, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap tickets from New York to Auckland Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.
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The best time to fly from New York to Auckland Airport (AKL)
April is the quietest time of year to fly to Auckland. Alternatively, follow the crowds and go in July. This is the most popular month for flights from New York to Auckland Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Auckland. The warmest month is February. Book your flights from New York to AKL sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 24ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from New York to Auckland Airport in July when temperatures average 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. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from New York to Auckland Airport:
Sky Tower and Auckland Museum Atrium are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Auckland itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Auckland War Memorial Museum.
Complete your Auckland trip with a car rental
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