Travelling from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
Auckland's timezone is UTC+13, which makes Auckland three hours ahead of Mackay.
To ensure you get on your MKY to AKL flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as April? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Choose a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Mackay Airport to Auckland Airport. Brisbane Airport is a popular stopover on the MKY to AKL route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Auckland Airport (AKL)
At the moment, R 4,206 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Mackay Airport to Auckland Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 7,716. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from MKY to AKL, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Mackay Airport to Auckland Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across every month and land a great deal.
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 MKY to AKL.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Mackay Airport to Auckland Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Mackay Airport (MKY)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Mackay Airport, data shows 71.86% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Mackay Airport from central Mackay, it'll take about 10 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 25 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near MKY? If you're boarding an early flight from Mackay Airport to Auckland Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Mackay Airport to Auckland Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near AKL instead:
Grab an Auckland Airport rental car and explore Auckland and beyond with your own wheels. Auto-Union, Yes rentals and Bargain Rental Cars are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Auckland Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
From Auckland Airport, Auckland is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)
The quietest month for a flight from Mackay Airport to Auckland Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Auckland based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Auckland is February, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your flights from Mackay Airport to Auckland Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MKY to AKL in July. Temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've done Auckland, now it's time to discover other parts of New Zealand. Journey about 499 kilometres south to Wellington to check off its must-visit sights. From Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa) to Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Manukau City is another well-known destination in New Zealand and is around 18 kilometres south-east of Auckland. No journey is complete without dropping by Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church.
