Flying from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
Auckland's timezone is UTC+13, making Auckland 17 hours ahead of Richmond.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your RIC to AKL flight.
Flying during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Auckland Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between RIC and AKL:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Auckland Airport (AKL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Auckland Airport flight is C$1,123. A round-trip fare is currently C$2,114. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RIC to AKL if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Auckland Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
You'll find RIC at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
77.63% of flights that take off from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) from central Richmond, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 2 hours 50 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near RIC. Whether you're catching an early flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Auckland Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)
If you have a late Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Auckland Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near AKL:
Hit the road running by picking up an Auckland Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Yes rentals or Bargain Rental Cars and experience the lesser-explored corners of Auckland and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Auckland Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
Auckland Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from the centre of Auckland. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Auckland Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Auckland. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Auckland Airport for February if you'd like to visit Auckland during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RIC to AKL in July. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of New Zealand
Wellington is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be explored once you've seen Auckland. Around 499 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
If you're looking to explore another corner of New Zealand, head for Manukau City, roughly 18 kilometres south-east of Auckland. Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church are the start of reasons to visit.
