Travelling from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Honiara International Airport (HIR): what you need to know
Honiara's timezone is UTC+11, making Honiara two hours behind Auckland.
To ensure you catch your AKL to HIR flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Auckland Airport to Honiara International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between AKL and HIR:
Bauerfield Airport
Brisbane Airport
Nadi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Honiara International Airport (HIR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Auckland Airport to Honiara International Airport flight is RM1,100. A return fare right now is RM2,937. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from AKL to HIR, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from Auckland Airport to Honiara International Airport.
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Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
Of the flights that depart from Auckland Airport, 69.31% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Auckland Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Auckland. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel near AKL? If you've booked an early flight from Auckland Airport to Honiara International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Honiara International Airport (HIR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Auckland Airport to Honiara International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near HIR instead:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Honiara International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis to explore parts of Honiara that most tourists miss.
Increase the odds of getting a great price by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Honiara International Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a smart idea.
Getting from Honiara International Airport (HIR) to central Honiara
Honiara International Airport to the centre of Honiara has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
When to fly to Honiara International Airport (HIR)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Auckland Airport to Honiara International Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Honiara. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Auckland Airport to Honiara International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Honiara, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
August sees average temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from AKL to HIR sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Solomon Islands
Go all in on your Solomon Islands getaway by venturing beyond Honiara. About 113 kilometres away to the north-east, Auki is another terrific city to put on your must-do list. Check off some of its top sights such as Kwaibala Waterfall while you're here.
Next stop? Head onward to Lungga. It's located about 10 kilometres east of Honiara and boasts highlights like Edsons Ridge Monument, Solomon Islands.