Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
Auckland's timezone is UTC+13, making Auckland 13 hours ahead of Manchester.
Give yourself enough time to make your MAN to AKL flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Manchester Airport to Auckland Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MAN and AKL:
Changi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Auckland Airport (AKL)
At the moment, £432 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Manchester Airport to Auckland Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £812. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from MAN to AKL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport to Auckland Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Landing cheap flights from MAN to AKL couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Manchester Airport to Auckland Airport.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
When it comes to Manchester Airport's on-time performance, data shows 59.39% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Manchester to Manchester Airport is around 11 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Have an early flight from Manchester Airport to Auckland Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near MAN:
Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)
Consider booking a hotel near AKL if you're taking a late Manchester Airport to Auckland Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Auckland Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Yes rentals or Bargain Rental Cars and experience the lesser-explored corners of Auckland and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Auckland Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
Auckland Airport to the centre of Auckland has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 17 miles away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Auckland Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Auckland. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Auckland is February, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your flights from Manchester Airport to Auckland Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAN to AKL in July. Temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of New Zealand
Auckland has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of New Zealand waiting to be discovered. About 310 miles south of Auckland, a trip to Wellington will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
Around 11 miles south-east of Auckland, Manukau City is another essential stop in New Zealand. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church.
