Travelling from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
London's timezone is UTC+0, which makes London 13 hours behind Auckland.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your AKL to LHR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Auckland International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between AKL and LHR include:
Los Angeles International Airport
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Auckland International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight is R 8,403. A round-trip ticket right now is R 19,440. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from AKL to LHR if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Auckland International Airport to London Heathrow Airport across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Finding cheap flights from AKL to LHR is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Auckland International Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
Handy information about Auckland International Airport (AKL)
70% of flights taking off from Auckland International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To get to Auckland International Airport from central Auckland, it takes around 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near AKL. Whether you have an early flight from Auckland International Airport to London Heathrow Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Book a hotel near LHR if you have a late Auckland International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a London Heathrow Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
From London Heathrow Airport, London is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The quietest month for a flight from Auckland International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to London based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Auckland International Airport to London Heathrow Airport for July if you'd like to visit London during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from AKL to LHR sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom you should also see. About 257 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Manchester will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
If you want to check out another side of the United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, about 161 kilometres north-west of London. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are key highlights.