Travelling from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Hokitika Airport (HKK): what you need to know
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your AKL to HKK flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Auckland Airport to Hokitika Airport. Many travellers pass through Christchurch International Airport when flying between AKL and HKK.
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Hokitika Airport (HKK)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Auckland Airport to Hokitika Airport flight is R 1,678. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 4,202. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from AKL to HKK if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport to Hokitika Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Picking up cheap flights from AKL to HKK is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Auckland Airport to Hokitika Airport.
Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
Of all flights leaving Auckland Airport, 69.31% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Auckland to Auckland Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Auckland Airport to Hokitika Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to AKL:
Arriving at Hokitika Airport (HKK)
Consider booking a hotel near HKK if you're taking a late Auckland Airport to Hokitika Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Hokitika Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Ezi, Thrifty or Hertz and chase adventure across Hokitika and beyond.
Book your vehicle from Hokitika Airport at least a few weeks before your departure to get the best deal. If you're going away during peak season, it's a good idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Hokitika Airport (HKK) to central Hokitika
Hokitika Airport to the centre of Hokitika has a drive time of around 5 minutes. It's approximately 2 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Hokitika Airport (HKK)
July is the busiest month for flights from Auckland Airport to Hokitika Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Hokitika in January.
The warmest month in Hokitika is February, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Lock in your flights from Auckland Airport to Hokitika Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from AKL to HKK in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of New Zealand
Hokitika has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of New Zealand just waiting to be explored. Around 354 kilometres north-east of Hokitika, a visit to Wellington will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
Christchurch is another favourite destination in New Zealand and is around 193 kilometres south-east of Hokitika. No trip is complete without a visit to Little River Rail Station, The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.
