Flying from Hangzhou Airport (HGH) to Auckland International Airport (AKL): what you need to know
Around 12 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Hangzhou Airport to Auckland International Airport.
Auckland's timezone is UTC+13, making Auckland five hours ahead of Hangzhou.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your HGH to AKL 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 during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Jetting into Auckland (and then exploring more of New Zealand!) is a cinch with China Eastern. This popular carrier has direct flights from Hangzhou Airport to Auckland International Airport.
China Eastern is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
China Eastern is the most punctual carrier offering HGH to AKL flights, with 75.0% of its services arriving as planned.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hangzhou Airport to Auckland International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between HGH and AKL:
Guangzhou Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
Tokyo Narita Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hangzhou Airport (HGH) to Auckland International Airport (AKL)
Right now, R 6,680 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Hangzhou Airport to Auckland International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 14,161. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from HGH to AKL, book your trip one month ahead of your departure date.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Hangzhou Airport to Auckland International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from HGH to AKL by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose 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 Hangzhou Airport to Auckland International Airport.
Handy information about Hangzhou Airport (HGH)
HGH is located at 14th Rd.
Of all flights leaving Hangzhou Airport, 79% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Hangzhou to Hangzhou Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to HGH? If you're catching an early flight from Hangzhou Airport to Auckland International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Auckland International Airport (AKL)
If you're landing on a late Hangzhou Airport to Auckland International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near AKL:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Auckland International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Yes rentals or Bargain Rental Cars and experience the lesser-explored corners of Auckland and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Auckland International Airport about four weeks in advance.
Getting from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
Auckland International Airport to the centre of Auckland has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Auckland International Airport (AKL)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Hangzhou Airport to Auckland International Airport. December is the busiest month to visit Auckland. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Auckland is February, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your flights from Hangzhou Airport to Auckland International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from HGH to AKL in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of New Zealand
Wellington is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be discovered once you've seen Auckland. Around 499 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, Wellington Botanic Gardens and Weta Workshop.
