Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Auckland Airport is 15 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Auckland is UTC+13, which is 18 hours ahead of Dallas.
Flights from DFW to AKL start from 22:55 — the first with American Airlines. The latest departure is at 23:55 with American Airlines. Overall, you can choose from three weekly Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Auckland Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DFW to AKL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling to Auckland (and then seeing more of New Zealand!) is easy with American Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Auckland Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is American Airlines.
American Airlines ranks as the top on-time carrier for DFW to AKL flights, with 92.0% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Auckland Airport. Here are the top stopovers between DFW and AKL:
Brisbane Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Auckland Airport (AKL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Auckland Airport flight is C$481. A return fare is currently C$978. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from DFW to AKL, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The cheapest month for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Auckland Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
You'll find DFW at International Pkwy.
Of all flights leaving Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, 73.22% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport from central Dallas, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 3 hours 55 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Auckland Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to DFW:
Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)
If you have a late Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Auckland Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near AKL:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Auckland Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Yes rentals or Bargain Rental Cars to explore Auckland and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Auckland Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
From Auckland Airport, Auckland is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)
The quietest month for a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Auckland Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Auckland based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Auckland Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Auckland, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DFW to AKL around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of New Zealand
Auckland has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand waiting to be discovered. About 499 kilometres south of Auckland, a trip to Wellington will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
Manukau City is another sought-after destination in New Zealand and is around 18 kilometres south-east of Auckland. No journey is complete without a visit to Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church.