Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
Auckland is 20 hours ahead of Phoenix and follows the UTC+13 timezone.
To ensure you get on your PHX to AKL flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Auckland Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between PHX and AKL:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Auckland Airport (AKL)
$561 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Auckland Airport flight. Return flights start from $874. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from PHX to AKL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
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Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from PHX land at their destination as scheduled 82.57% of the time.
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near PHX? If you've booked an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Auckland Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Auckland Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near AKL instead:
Pick up an Auckland Airport rental car and discover Auckland and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Yes rentals and Bargain Rental Cars are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Auckland Airport around four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
Auckland Airport to central Auckland has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Auckland Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Auckland in April.
Book your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Auckland Airport for February if you want to visit Auckland during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 24ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PHX to AKL in July. Temperatures average between 9ºC and 14ºC then.
Explore more of New Zealand
Auckland has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of New Zealand just waiting to be discovered. Around 499 kilometres south of Auckland, a trip to Wellington will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in New Zealand, head for Manukau City, about 18 kilometres south-east of Auckland. Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church are highlights.