Travelling from Port Hedland International Airport (PHE) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
Auckland is five hours ahead of Port Hedland and is in the UTC+13 timezone.
To ensure you get on your PHE to AKL flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you'd love to tour another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Port Hedland International Airport to Auckland Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Perth Airport is a sought-after stop between PHE and AKL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Port Hedland International Airport (PHE) to Auckland Airport (AKL)
At the moment, $1,040 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Port Hedland International Airport to Auckland Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,876. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from PHE to AKL, book early. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Port Hedland International Airport to Auckland Airport.
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Handy information about Port Hedland International Airport (PHE)
Of the flights that depart from Port Hedland International Airport, 61.67% land on time at their destination.
Central Port Hedland to Port Hedland International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near PHE. Whether you're taking an early flight from Port Hedland International Airport to Auckland Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)
If you're arriving on a late Port Hedland International Airport to Auckland Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near AKL:
Pick up an Auckland Airport rental car and explore Auckland and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Yes rentals and Bargain Rental Cars are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Auckland Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
Auckland Airport to the centre of Auckland has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)
The quietest month for a flight from Port Hedland International Airport to Auckland Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Auckland based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Port Hedland International Airport to Auckland Airport for February if you'd like to go to Auckland during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 24ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from PHE to AKL in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC and 14ºC on average.
Explore more of New Zealand
Wellington is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Auckland. Around 499 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
If you're ready to explore another corner of New Zealand, consider Manukau City, about 18 kilometres south-east of Auckland. Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church are the start of reasons to visit.