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Flight deals from Auckland International to New Plymouth

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Auckland International to New Plymouth? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
New Plymouth.C$146 per passenger.Departing Thu, Oct 16, returning Sat, Oct 18.Round-trip flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from Auckland International on Thu, Oct 16, arriving in New Plymouth.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from New Plymouth on Sat, Oct 18, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$146, select.
New Plymouth.C$169 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jun 5, returning Mon, Jun 9.Round-trip flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from Auckland International on Thu, Jun 5, arriving in New Plymouth.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from New Plymouth on Mon, Jun 9, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$169, select.
New Plymouth.C$181 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jan 21, returning Thu, Feb 26.Round-trip flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from Auckland International on Wed, Jan 21, arriving in New Plymouth.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from New Plymouth on Thu, Feb 26, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$181, select.
New Plymouth.C$185 per passenger.Departing Sun, Feb 1, returning Sat, Feb 14.Round-trip flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from Auckland International on Sun, Feb 1, arriving in New Plymouth.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from New Plymouth on Sat, Feb 14, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$185, select.
New Plymouth.C$185 per passenger.Departing Fri, Feb 27, returning Sun, Mar 1.Round-trip flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from Auckland International on Fri, Feb 27, arriving in New Plymouth.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from New Plymouth on Sun, Mar 1, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$185, select.
New Plymouth.C$189 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jun 25, returning Wed, Jul 2.Round-trip flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from Auckland International on Wed, Jun 25, arriving in New Plymouth.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from New Plymouth on Wed, Jul 2, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$189, select.
New Plymouth.C$193 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jul 3, returning Sun, Jul 6.Round-trip flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from Auckland International on Thu, Jul 3, arriving in New Plymouth.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from New Plymouth on Sun, Jul 6, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$193, select.
New Plymouth.C$227 per passenger.Departing Wed, Aug 13, returning Sat, Aug 16.Round-trip flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from Auckland International on Wed, Aug 13, arriving in New Plymouth.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from New Plymouth on Sat, Aug 16, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$227, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Auckland International to New Plymouth

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Auckland International to New Plymouth flights are currently cheapest in October.
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Auckland International to New Plymouth: Alternative routes

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Auckland to New Plymouth: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$146
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time55 mins
Most popular airlineAir New Zealand
Average flights per week115

Finding cheap flights from Auckland International to New Plymouth: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Auckland International to New Plymouth is C$146. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
55 minutes is the average flight time from Auckland International to New Plymouth.
Air New Zealand, Air China and Singapore Airlines fly direct from Auckland International to New Plymouth.
There are 115 flights per week flying from Auckland International to New Plymouth, as of May 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Auckland International to New Plymouth is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Auckland International Airport to New Plymouth Airport on Thursday, October 16, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 55 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to New Plymouth but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New Plymouth is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air New Zealand offers the cheapest flight tickets to New Plymouth.

Flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to New Plymouth Airport (NPL): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Auckland Airport to New Plymouth Airport is 50 minutes.

  • Every week, there are 66 Auckland Airport to New Plymouth Airport flights. To get going as early as possible, pick the 06:40 Air New Zealand flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 19:55 with Air New Zealand.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your AKL to NPL flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Air New Zealand offers direct flights from Auckland Airport to New Plymouth Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in New Plymouth — and maybe even more of New Zealand if your schedule allows.

  • Air New Zealand is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.

  • The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for AKL to NPL flights is Air New Zealand.

  • Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Auckland Airport to New Plymouth Airport. Wellington International Airport is a popular stopover on the AKL to NPL route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to New Plymouth Airport (NPL)

  • At the moment, C$67 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Auckland Airport to New Plymouth Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$146. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.

  • Book one month before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from AKL to NPL.

  • Organize your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for flights from Auckland Airport to New Plymouth Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from AKL to NPL is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Auckland Airport to New Plymouth Airport.

Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)

  • 69.31% of flights taking off from Auckland Airport reach their destination on time.

  • Auckland Airport is about 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 get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Auckland Airport to New Plymouth Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to AKL:

Arriving at New Plymouth Airport (NPL)

  • If you have a late Auckland Airport to New Plymouth Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near NPL:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up a New Plymouth Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ezi, Avis or Budget to explore New Plymouth and beyond.

  • To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from New Plymouth Airport around one week before your trip.

Getting from New Plymouth Airport (NPL) to central New Plymouth

  • From New Plymouth Airport, New Plymouth is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.

When to fly to New Plymouth Airport (NPL)

  • April is the busiest month for flights from Auckland Airport to New Plymouth Airport. For smaller crowds, visit New Plymouth in January.

  • Before locking in your flight from Auckland Airport to New Plymouth Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in New Plymouth, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from AKL to NPL in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.

Explore more of New Zealand

  • New Plymouth has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of New Zealand you should also see. Around 257 kilometres north of New Plymouth, a trip to Auckland will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Sky Tower, Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum.

  • If you're interested in discovering another great destination in New Zealand, consider Wellington, about 257 kilometres south of New Plymouth. Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car are among the biggest draws.

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