Travelling from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Paris: what you need to know
Auckland Airport is located in Auckland. Following the UTC+1 timezone, Paris is 12 hours behind Auckland.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your AKL to Paris flight.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from AKL to Paris with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Travelling from central Auckland to AKL takes about 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Auckland Airport to Paris? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near AKL:
69.31% of flights that leave from Auckland Airport land at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Paris
The best price we've seen for a one-way Auckland Airport to Paris flight is P28,178. The cheapest price for a return flight is P47,511. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from AKL to Paris if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Scoring cheap tickets from Auckland Airport to Paris is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest prices across each month and land an epic deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from AKL to Paris by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Auckland Airport to Paris.
Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris takes around 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Auckland Airport to Paris. Book one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
Grab a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car and discover Paris and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Keddy By Europcar and Europcar are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from AKL to Paris.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
After your flight from Auckland Airport to Paris has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Paris is roughly 19 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 55 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near ORY. Unwind and get cosy after your AKL to Paris flight at any of these well-located options:
Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Paris Orly Airport rental car simple. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Score the best price by booking your ride from ORY one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Paris Orly Airport is located at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) is about 88 kilometres from central Paris. It takes about 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the city centre by car once you've hopped off your flight from Auckland Airport to Paris.
The journey takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes if you use public transport.
If you don't want to make the journey into the centre, find a hotel near BVA. Make yourself comfortable at one of these stays after your AKL to Paris flight:
Start your travels without stressing about how to reach your next stop with a Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from trusted suppliers here like Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar.
About three weeks before your flight from Auckland Airport to Paris is a good time to book your vehicle from BVA. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or score some early bird savings.
Beauvais-Tille Airport's address is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
Before locking in your flights from Auckland Airport to Paris, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Paris offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season means you'll get better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Auckland Airport to Paris plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AKL to Paris in January when temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Paris
Once you've booked your flight from Auckland Airport to Paris, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Paris:
Louvre Museum and Eiffel Tower are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Paris must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many places in France waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Paris. Around 386 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Paris, Nantes is another favourite stop in France. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.