Travelling from Phoenix to Auckland Airport (AKL): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll leave from in Phoenix. Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Phoenix to Auckland Airport (AKL) jetting off from here.
Auckland Airport is located in Auckland. The city runs on the UTC+13 timezone and is 20 hours ahead of Phoenix.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Phoenix to AKL.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Phoenix, SCF can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Phoenix to Auckland Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Break up your flight from Phoenix to Auckland Airport with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some top stopovers between Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport and AKL are:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
PHX is about 8 kilometres from central Phoenix. It'll take 10 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport the day before your Phoenix to AKL flight:
Flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 82.57% of them touching down as expected.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
If you're heading to AZA from central Phoenix, it'll take you about 40 minutes to arrive by car. The drive to the airport is roughly 56 kilometres.
Make catching an early Phoenix to Auckland Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and get to your boarding gate with plenty of time to spare:
The on-time performance rating of AZA is 78.65%. In other words, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is located at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Auckland Airport (AKL)
Have a late flight from Phoenix to Auckland Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near AKL and fast-forward to bedtime:
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Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Phoenix to Auckland Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
Auckland Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Auckland. The time it takes to get there by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 1 hour 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Auckland Airport (AKL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Auckland Airport is R 9,365. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 14,022. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Phoenix to AKL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
Cheap Phoenix to Auckland Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Auckland Airport (AKL)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Phoenix to Auckland Airport (AKL). July is when most people travel to Auckland. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in April.
The warmest month in Auckland is February, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your Phoenix to AKL plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
July has temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Auckland Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Auckland
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Auckland right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Phoenix to Auckland Airport:
Your visit to Auckland isn't complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions that belong on your itinerary include Rangitoto Island, Auckland Bridge Climb and Bungy and Auckland Waterfront.
Explore more of New Zealand
Auckland will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of New Zealand waiting to be discovered. Around 97 kilometres south-east of Auckland, a visit to Hamilton will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Hamilton Pools, Hamilton Gardens and St Peter's Cathedral.
Around 145 kilometres south-east of Auckland, Tauranga is another essential stop in New Zealand. Experience major highlights starting with Mauao / Mount Maunganui summit, Mount Maunganui Beachside Holiday Park and Maunganui Beach.
