Flying from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Auckland Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 9 hours 5 minutes.
Auckland's timezone is UTC+13, which makes Auckland 23 hours ahead of Honolulu.
You can choose from four weekly Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Auckland Airport flights. The 09:15 departure with Air New Zealand is the earliest flight you can take. Hawaiian Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 13:15.
Your HNL to AKL flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Hawaiian Airlines is your gateway to exploring Auckland (and maybe even some other great parts of New Zealand!). Check out the direct flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Auckland Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Hawaiian Airlines.
With a dependable 92.0% of services arriving on schedule, Hawaiian Airlines has the best on-time performance for HNL to AKL flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Auckland Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between HNL and AKL include:
Vancouver International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to Auckland Airport (AKL)
Currently, C$432 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Auckland Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$929. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from HNL to AKL, book your journey four months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Auckland Airport is March. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
HNL is located at 300 Rodgers Blvd, #12.
84.42% of flights departing from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport reach their destination on time. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of HNL.
To reach Daniel K. Inouye International Airport from central Honolulu, it takes around 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport will take about 3 hours.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near HNL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Auckland Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)
If you're landing on a late Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Auckland Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near AKL:
Pick up an Auckland Airport rental car and explore Auckland and beyond with your own wheels. Auto-Union, Yes rentals and Bargain Rental Cars are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Auckland Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
From Auckland Airport, Auckland is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Auckland Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Auckland in April.
When booking your flight from Daniel K. Inouye International 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 like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HNL to AKL in July. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've visited Auckland, now it's time to explore more of New Zealand. Journey around 499 kilometres south to Wellington to check off its leading sights. From Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa) to Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another side of 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.