Flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Changle International Airport (FOC): what you need to know
The timezone in Fuzhou is UTC+8, which is five hours behind Auckland.
To ensure you catch your AKL to FOC flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Auckland Airport to Changle International Airport. These are the top stopovers between AKL and FOC:
Hong Kong International Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Changle International Airport (FOC)
At the moment, R 5,373 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Auckland Airport to Changle International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 10,409. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from AKL to FOC, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Auckland Airport to Changle International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
69.31% of flights departing from Auckland Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Auckland to Auckland Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to AKL? If you've booked an early flight from Auckland Airport to Changle International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Changle International Airport (FOC)
If you're getting in on a late Auckland Airport to Changle International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near FOC:
Go beyond Fuzhou and explore places outside the usual tourist stops with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Changle International Airport rental car from Hertz.
Reserve your vehicle from Changle International Airport several weeks ahead to secure the best deal. If you're travelling during peak season, you may want to book even earlier.
Getting from Changle International Airport (FOC) to central Fuzhou
FOC is located at Changye Rd.
Changle International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Fuzhou. Driving there takes about 1 hour.
When to fly to Changle International Airport (FOC)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Auckland Airport to Changle International Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Fuzhou. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Auckland Airport to Changle International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Fuzhou during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from AKL to FOC sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of China
You've done Fuzhou, now it's time to explore other parts of China. Travel about 402 kilometres south-west to Shantou to check off its must-visit sights. From Shantou Zhongshan Park to Queshi Scenic Area and Shantou Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in China, consider Puyang, roughly 386 kilometres north of Fuzhou. 浦江孝感泉, 昭灵宫 and 元宝山探险乐园 are key highlights.
