Flying from Dubai to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering the departure point for your flight from Dubai to Auckland Airport (AKL). Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are the two main airports in Dubai.
The average duration of a direct flight from Dubai to Auckland Airport is 15 hours 48 minutes.
Auckland is 9 hours ahead of Dubai. Auckland Airport is located in Auckland, which operates on the UTC+13 timezone.
The busiest route is from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Auckland Airport (AKL), with 9 direct weekly services. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DXB to AKL is the 10:05 Emirates service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 10:05 with Emirates.
Your flight from Dubai to AKL won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Get to your destination in one go from Dubai Airport (DXB). Nonstop flights from Dubai to Auckland Airport (AKL) can be booked from here.
You'll find a direct flight from Dubai to Auckland Airport with Emirates. This top airline operates departures from DXB.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Dubai to AKL. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Dubai Airport (DXB). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
From central Dubai, DXB is around 14 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to get there.
After a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Dubai Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Dubai to Auckland Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Looking to fly out of Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)? You can book a direct flight from Dubai to Auckland Airport (AKL) out of this popular hub.
DWC is about 56 kilometres from central Dubai. It takes 45 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 5 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your flight from Dubai to AKL:
About Auckland Airport (AKL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to AKL if you're taking a late flight from Dubai to Auckland Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 24 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Auckland Airport (AKL)
For a one-way ticket from Dubai to Auckland Airport, ₹ 39,789 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from ₹ 76,469. These are the lowest fares right now but may change depending on availability.
You're more likely to score flight tickets from Dubai to AKL when you book 8 months before your departure date. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this route are generally at their lowest.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Dubai to Auckland Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Auckland Airport (AKL)
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Dubai to Auckland Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Auckland, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Schedule your flight from Dubai to AKL for February if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Auckland to range from 15ºC to 24ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 9ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap flights from Dubai to Auckland Airport sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Auckland
Start your Auckland trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Dubai to Auckland Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
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