Flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Tokyo is four hours behind Auckland, where Auckland Airport is located. Tokyo runs on the UTC+9 timezone.
Auckland Airport (AKL) to Narita International Airport (NRT) is the most popular route, with eight departures a week to pick from. You can travel from AKL to NRT at 10:05 with Air New Zealand.
Give yourself enough time to get on your AKL to Tokyo flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Start your journey at AKL and travel nonstop to Narita International Airport (NRT). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Auckland Airport to Tokyo tickets.
Book your ticket with Air New Zealand. This popular airline operates direct flights from Auckland Airport to Tokyo.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When searching for plane tickets from AKL to Tokyo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Travelling from central Auckland to AKL takes about 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near AKL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Auckland Airport to Tokyo or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Auckland Airport's on-time performance, 69.31% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Tokyo
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Auckland Airport to Tokyo flight is P15,475. The cheapest price for a return flight is P34,543. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from AKL to Tokyo, book your trip one month ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for picking up cheap Auckland Airport to Tokyo tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Auckland Airport to Tokyo.
Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
The distance from Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is roughly 16 kilometres. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Auckland Airport to Tokyo. Book one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Explore without limits with a Haneda Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and discover more of Tokyo and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Haneda Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from AKL to Tokyo.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Narita International Airport (NRT) is roughly 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. After your flight from Auckland Airport to Tokyo, it'll take you around 1 hour to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to NRT. Unwind and get cosy after your AKL to Tokyo flight at one of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Narita International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare availability and rates from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire.
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Narita International Airport is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Auckland Airport to Tokyo. The city comes alive during peak season, but rates are usually higher and major attractions can get crowded. Visit Tokyo in low season if you like a quieter vibe.
Lock in an Auckland Airport to Tokyo plane ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from AKL to Tokyo around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
After booking your flight from Auckland Airport to Tokyo, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tokyo:
Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Tokyo Tower are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Tokyo travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Tokyo, now it's time to explore more of Japan. Journey around 402 kilometres west to Osaka to tick off its leading sights. From Osaka Castle to Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Japan, consider Nagoya, about 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple are among its highlights.