Flying from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
Auckland's timezone is UTC+13, which makes Auckland 17 hours ahead of Buffalo.
Your BUF to AKL flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Auckland Airport. Many passengers pass through John F. Kennedy International Airport when flying between BUF and AKL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Auckland Airport (AKL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Auckland Airport flight is R 17,568. A round-trip fare right now is R 20,908. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BUF to AKL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Auckland Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from BUF to AKL.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Auckland Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
You'll find BUF at Genesee Street.
When it comes to Buffalo Niagara International Airport's on-time performance, 75.46% of flights complete their journey on time.
Buffalo Niagara International Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Buffalo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Auckland Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near BUF:
Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)
Book a hotel close to AKL if you have a late Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Auckland Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Auckland Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Yes rentals or Bargain Rental Cars and explore beyond Auckland's main sights.
Booking your ride from Auckland Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
Auckland Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from the centre of Auckland. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Auckland Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Auckland. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Auckland Airport for February if you'd like to go to Auckland during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BUF to AKL in July. Temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of New Zealand
Wellington is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Auckland. Around 499 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in New Zealand, consider Manukau City, roughly 18 kilometres south-east of Auckland. Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church are the start of reasons to visit.
