Flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Dublin Airport (DUB): what you need to know
The timezone in Dublin is UTC+0, which is 13 hours behind Auckland.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your AKL to DUB flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Auckland Airport to Dublin Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between AKL and DUB:
Vancouver International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Dublin Airport (DUB)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Auckland Airport to Dublin Airport flight is R 9,177. A return plane ticket is currently R 27,198. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from AKL to DUB, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your flight from Auckland Airport to Dublin Airport.
Picking up cheap flights from AKL to DUB couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Auckland Airport to Dublin Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Auckland Airport, 69.31% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Auckland Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Auckland. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near AKL? If you've booked an early flight from Auckland Airport to Dublin Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Dublin Airport (DUB)
Consider booking a hotel near DUB if you have a late Auckland Airport to Dublin Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Dublin Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Easirent, Budget or Carhire and explore beyond Dublin's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Dublin Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Dublin Airport (DUB) to central Dublin
Dublin Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from the centre of Dublin. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
It typically takes 2 hours 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Dublin Airport (DUB)
August is the most popular month for flights from Auckland Airport to Dublin Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Dublin in January.
The warmest month in Dublin is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your flights from Auckland Airport to Dublin Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AKL to DUB in January. Temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Ireland
Dublin has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Ireland you'll want to see. About 225 kilometres south-west of Dublin, a trip to Cork will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Blarney Castle, Fota Wildlife Park and Titanic Experience Cobh.
Around 10 kilometres south-west of Dublin, Tallaght is another favourite stop in Ireland. Experience major highlights starting with Church of the Incarnation, Fettercairn, 3 stuffed bears and Johnson & Perrott Fleet.