Travelling from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
Auckland's timezone is UTC+13, making Auckland 17 hours ahead of Orlando.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your MCO to AKL flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Orlando International Airport to Auckland Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between MCO and AKL include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Auckland Airport (AKL)
P52,046 is the best price for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Auckland Airport flight. A return flight starts at P67,572. These prices can change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MCO to AKL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Orlando International Airport to Auckland Airport.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MCO to AKL.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Orlando International Airport to Auckland Airport.
Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
Of all flights leaving Orlando International Airport, 78.28% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Orlando International Airport from central Orlando, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Auckland Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MCO:
Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Orlando International Airport to Auckland Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near AKL instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Auckland Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Yes rentals or Bargain Rental Cars and explore beyond Auckland's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Auckland Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
Auckland Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from central Auckland. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Auckland Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Auckland in April.
The warmest month in Auckland is February, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your flights from Orlando International Airport to Auckland Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MCO to AKL in July. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've done Auckland, now it's time to discover more of New Zealand. Journey about 499 kilometres south to Wellington to tick off its must-visit sights. From Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa) to Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another corner of New Zealand, consider Manukau City, roughly 18 kilometres south-east of Auckland. Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church are among its highlights.