Flying from Honolulu International Airport (HNL) to Auckland International Airport (AKL): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Honolulu International Airport to Auckland International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 9 hours.
Auckland is 23 hours ahead of Honolulu and is in the UTC+13 timezone.
You can choose from four weekly Honolulu International Airport to Auckland International Airport flights.
Leave enough time to make your HNL to AKL flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
You can fly nonstop to Auckland, New Zealand. Prepare for takeoff with one of these airlines that offer direct flights from Honolulu International Airport to Auckland International Airport:
Air New Zealand is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Hawaiian Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers HNL to AKL flights. A dependable 89.19% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Honolulu International Airport to Auckland International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between HNL and AKL:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Honolulu International Airport (HNL) to Auckland International Airport (AKL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Honolulu International Airport to Auckland International Airport flight is R 8,877. A return ticket is currently R 11,538. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from HNL to AKL, book your trip ten months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Honolulu International Airport to Auckland International Airport is March. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Honolulu International Airport (HNL)
HNL is located at 300 Rodgers Blvd., #12.
Honolulu International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 82% of flights that take off from HNL arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Honolulu International Airport from central Honolulu, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to HNL? If you've booked an early flight from Honolulu International Airport to Auckland International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Auckland International Airport (AKL)
Reserve a hotel near AKL if you're on a late Honolulu International Airport to Auckland International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track 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 explore beyond Auckland's main sights.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Auckland International Airport about four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
From Auckland International Airport, Auckland is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Auckland International Airport (AKL)
The quietest month for a flight from Honolulu International Airport to Auckland International Airport is March, while December is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Auckland based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Honolulu International Airport to Auckland International Airport for February if you'd like to visit Auckland during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HNL to AKL in July. Average temperatures are 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 explored after you've experienced 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.