Flying from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
Auckland's timezone is UTC+13, which makes Auckland 13 hours ahead of Cardiff.
To ensure you catch your CWL to AKL flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time such as June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Auckland Airport (AKL)
£795 is the lowest price for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Auckland Airport flight. Return flights start from £1,105. These prices may change based on availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from CWL to AKL, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)
66.16% of flights taking off from Cardiff Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To get to Cardiff Airport from central Cardiff, it'll take about 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 17 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near CWL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Auckland Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)
If you have a late Cardiff Airport to Auckland Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near AKL:
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 providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Auckland Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
Auckland Airport to central Auckland has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 17 miles away.
It'll take around 1 hour 25 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Cardiff Airport to Auckland Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Auckland in April.
The warmest month in Auckland is February, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your flights from Cardiff Airport to Auckland Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from CWL to AKL in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've visited Auckland, now it's time to explore other corners of New Zealand. Travel around 310 miles south to Wellington to check off its must-visit sights. From Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa) to Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Manukau City is another favourite destination in New Zealand and is around 11 miles south-east of Auckland. No journey is complete without visiting Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church.