Flying from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Hobart Airport (HBA): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Auckland International Airport to Hobart Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 55 minutes.
Hobart is two hours behind Auckland and follows the UTC+11 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your AKL to HBA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Air New Zealand is your ticket to exploring Hobart (and maybe even some other great corners of Australia!). Check out the direct flights from Auckland International Airport to Hobart Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Most travellers choose to fly with Air New Zealand on this route.
Air New Zealand is the most punctual carrier that offers AKL to HBA flights, with 72.73% of its services arriving as planned.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Auckland International Airport to Hobart Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between AKL and HBA:
Sydney Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Brisbane Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Hobart Airport (HBA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Auckland International Airport to Hobart Airport flight is R 3,214. A return fare right now is R 7,592. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap tickets from AKL to HBA, reserve your journey nine months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Auckland International Airport to Hobart Airport is February. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from AKL to HBA.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Auckland International Airport to Hobart Airport.
Handy information about Auckland International Airport (AKL)
Of the flights that depart from Auckland International Airport, 70% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Auckland International Airport from central Auckland, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to AKL? If you've booked an early flight from Auckland International Airport to Hobart Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Hobart Airport (HBA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Auckland International Airport to Hobart Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HBA instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Hobart Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from SafeDrive Car Rentals, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and explore beyond Hobart's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Hobart Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Hobart Airport (HBA) to central Hobart
From Hobart Airport, Hobart is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Hobart Airport (HBA)
January is the most popular month for flights from Auckland International Airport to Hobart Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Hobart in March.
The warmest month in Hobart is January, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your flights from Auckland International Airport to Hobart Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from AKL to HBA in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Launceston is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Hobart. Around 161 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Cataract Gorge Scenic Chairlift, Queen Victoria Museum at Inveresk and Hollybank Mountain Bike Park.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Australia, head for Burnie, roughly 225 kilometres north-west of Hobart. Penguin Observation Centre, Emu Valley Rhododendron Garden and South Burnie Foreshore Esplanade are key highlights.