Travelling from Whangarei Airport (WRE) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Whangarei Airport to Auckland Airport is 40 minutes.
Whangarei and Auckland are in the same timezone, UTC+13.
Flights from WRE to AKL start at 06:00 — the earliest with Air New Zealand. The last service of the day is at 17:30 with Air New Zealand. Overall, there are 38 weekly Whangarei Airport to Auckland Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your WRE to AKL flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Air New Zealand is your gateway to exploring Auckland (and maybe even some other exciting parts of New Zealand!). Browse the direct flights from Whangarei Airport to Auckland Airport offered by this carrier.
Air New Zealand is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Air New Zealand is the most punctual carrier offering WRE to AKL flights, with 71.67% of its services landing on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Whangarei Airport (WRE) to Auckland Airport (AKL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Whangarei Airport to Auckland Airport flight is C$90. A round-trip fare is currently C$175. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from WRE to AKL, book your journey eight months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Whangarei Airport to Auckland Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from WRE to AKL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Whangarei Airport to Auckland Airport.
Handy information about Whangarei Airport (WRE)
Of the flights that depart from Whangarei Airport, 71.67% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Whangarei Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Whangarei. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 30 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near WRE. Whether you've booked an early flight from Whangarei Airport to Auckland Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)
If you're coming in on a late Whangarei Airport to Auckland Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near AKL:
Travel at your own pace with an Auckland Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Auto-Union, Yes rentals or Bargain Rental Cars and experience more of Auckland and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Auckland Airport about four weeks before your trip.
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.
It'll take around 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Whangarei Airport to Auckland Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Auckland in April.
Book your flight from Whangarei Airport to Auckland Airport for February if you'd like to explore Auckland during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from WRE to AKL in July. Temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of New Zealand
Auckland has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand just waiting to be explored. Around 499 kilometres south of Auckland, a visit to Wellington will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
Around 18 kilometres south-east of Auckland, Manukau City is another favourite stop in New Zealand. No visit is complete without checking out Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church.
