Flying from Beijing to Auckland Airport (AKL): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to jet off from in Beijing. Check out your options leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX) when reserving your flight from Beijing to Auckland Airport (AKL).
12 hours 25 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Beijing to Auckland Airport flight.
The timezone in Auckland is UTC+13, which is five hours ahead of Beijing. Auckland Airport is located in Auckland.
The busiest route is from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Auckland Airport (AKL). There are 5 direct services each week. Air China operates a 1am departure between PEK and AKL.
Your flight from Beijing to AKL won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're taking off during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Beijing to Auckland Airport (AKL) take off from this terminal.
You'll find a direct flight from Beijing to Auckland Airport with Air China. This popular carrier operates departures from PEK.
Air China is the airline most travellers choose for flights from PEK to AKL.
Air China ranks as the leading on-time carrier on this route, with 84.62% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Beijing to AKL. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
The distance from central Beijing to PEK is around 31 kms (19 miles). Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Beijing Capital International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Beijing to Auckland Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Beijing Capital International Airport, 79.67% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Break up your flight from Beijing to Auckland Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Top stopovers between Daxing International Airport and AKL are:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
PKX is roughly 56 kms (35 miles) from central Beijing. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Beijing to AKL flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Daxing International Airport:
The majority of flights that depart Daxing International Airport arrive at their destination within the expected time frame. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 88.83%.
About Auckland Airport (AKL)
Have a late flight from Beijing to Auckland Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near AKL and turn in quicker:
Pick up 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.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around four weeks before your Beijing to Auckland Airport flight.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
Auckland Airport is around 11 miles from central Auckland. How long it takes to get there by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Auckland Airport (AKL)
Currently, £218 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Auckland Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £384. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from Beijing to AKL, book your ticket three months before your planned departure.
The best month for landing cheap Beijing to Auckland Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Beijing to Auckland Airport (AKL)
July is when most people book flights from Beijing to Auckland Airport (AKL). Plan your visit to Auckland in April for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Auckland is February, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your Beijing to AKL plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Beijing to Auckland Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Auckland
After booking your flight from Beijing to Auckland Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Auckland:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Rangitoto Island, Auckland Bridge Climb and Bungy and Auckland Waterfront are essential stops on your Auckland itinerary.
Explore more of New Zealand
Hamilton is just one of the many cities in New Zealand waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Auckland. Around 97 kms (60 miles) away to the south-east, top sights here include Hamilton Pools, Hamilton Gardens and St Peter's Cathedral.
Tauranga is another standout destination in New Zealand and is around 145 kms (90 miles) south-east of Auckland. No journey is complete without dropping by Mauao / Mount Maunganui summit, Mount Maunganui Beachside Holiday Park and Maunganui Beach.