Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
Auckland's timezone is UTC+13, making Auckland 13 hours ahead of London.
To ensure you catch your LGW to AKL flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Auckland Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between LGW and AKL include:
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Auckland Airport (AKL)
Currently, RM2,638 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Auckland Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM3,947. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from LGW to AKL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
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 every month when looking for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Auckland Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LGW to AKL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Auckland Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
When it comes to London Gatwick Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.26% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Auckland Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to LGW:
Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)
Reserve a hotel near AKL if you're catching a late London Gatwick Airport to Auckland Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab an Auckland Airport rental car and explore Auckland and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Yes rentals and Bargain Rental Cars are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Auckland Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
Auckland Airport to the centre of Auckland has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Auckland Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Auckland. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Auckland Airport for February if you want to explore Auckland during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LGW to AKL in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've done Auckland, now it's time to explore other corners of New Zealand. Travel around 499 kilometres south to Wellington to check off its leading attractions. From Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa) to Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 18 kilometres south-east of Auckland, Manukau City is another favourite stop in New Zealand. Start your sightseeing at Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church.