Travelling from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Mildura Airport (MQL): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your AKL to MQL flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Opt for a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Auckland Airport to Mildura Airport. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is a top stopover on the AKL to MQL route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Mildura Airport (MQL)
Currently, $546 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Auckland Airport to Mildura Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,093. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from AKL to MQL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport to Mildura Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from AKL to MQL by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Auckland Airport to Mildura Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
Of all flights departing from Auckland Airport, 69.31% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Auckland Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Auckland. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to AKL? If you're boarding an early flight from Auckland Airport to Mildura Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Mildura Airport (MQL)
Reserve a hotel near MQL if you're taking a late Auckland Airport to Mildura Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Mildura Airport rental car and discover Mildura and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Sixt and Hertz are top providers you can book with here.
Give yourself a better shot at getting the best rate by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your ride from Mildura Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a smart idea.
Getting from Mildura Airport (MQL) to central Mildura
Mildura Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Mildura. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
It takes around 2 hours 15 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Mildura Airport (MQL)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Auckland Airport to Mildura Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Mildura. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Auckland Airport to Mildura Airport for January if you want to explore Mildura during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 37ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AKL to MQL in July. Average temperatures are between 6ºC and 16ºC then.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Mildura. Around 483 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88.
Adelaide is another standout destination in Australia and is around 338 kilometres west of Mildura. No trip is complete without dropping by Adelaide Botanic Garden, Glenelg Beach and Adelaide Oval.
