Travelling from Launceston Airport (LST) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
Auckland's timezone is UTC+13, making Auckland two hours ahead of Launceston.
Your LST to AKL flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Launceston Airport to Auckland Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LST and AKL:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Brisbane Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Launceston Airport (LST) to Auckland Airport (AKL)
Right now, RM768 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Launceston Airport to Auckland Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM1,427. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from LST to AKL, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Launceston Airport to Auckland Airport.
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Handy information about Launceston Airport (LST)
68.35% of flights that leave from Launceston Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Launceston to Launceston Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Need a handy hotel near LST? If you're boarding an early flight from Launceston Airport to Auckland Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)
If you're coming in on a late Launceston Airport to Auckland Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near AKL:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Auckland Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Yes rentals or Bargain Rental Cars and find adventure across Auckland and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Auckland Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
From Auckland Airport, Auckland is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)
The quietest month for a flight from Launceston Airport to Auckland Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Auckland based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Launceston Airport to Auckland Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Auckland, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LST to AKL in July. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of New Zealand
Wellington is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be explored after you've experienced Auckland. Around 499 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
If there's time to check out another great destination in New Zealand, consider Manukau City, about 18 kilometres south-east of Auckland. Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church are among its highlights.