Travelling from Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Fua'amotu International Airport to Auckland Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours.
Fua`amotu and Auckland follow the same timezone, UTC+13.
Take your pick of eight weekly Fua'amotu International Airport to Auckland Airport flights. The 11:05 departure with Air New Zealand is the earliest you can take. Air New Zealand operates the latest service of the day at 22:55.
To ensure you get on your TBU to AKL flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Air New Zealand is your ticket to exploring Auckland (and perhaps some other great corners of New Zealand!). Browse the direct flights from Fua'amotu International Airport to Auckland Airport offered by this airline.
Most passengers choose to fly with Air New Zealand on this route.
Air New Zealand is the most punctual carrier that offers TBU to AKL flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU) to Auckland Airport (AKL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Fua'amotu International Airport to Auckland Airport flight is $195. A return ticket right now is $399. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from TBU to AKL, reserve your journey six months before your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Fua'amotu International Airport to Auckland Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from TBU to AKL.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Fua'amotu International Airport to Auckland Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU)
Of the departures from Fua'amotu International Airport, 62.33% touch down on time at their destination.
To work out the quickest way to travel from central Fua`amotu to Fua'amotu International Airport, use navigation tools like Google Maps. The airport is about 2 kilometres from the city centre.
Booking a night at a hotel can take the stress out of getting to the airport on time. If you want a place to stay before your flight from Fua'amotu International Airport to Auckland Airport, check out ALOFT Airport Accommodation. It's a short drive from TBU.
Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)
If you're coming in on a late Fua'amotu International Airport to Auckland Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near AKL:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Auckland Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Yes rentals or Bargain Rental Cars to explore Auckland and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Auckland Airport around four weeks in advance.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
Auckland Airport to the centre of Auckland has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Fua'amotu International Airport to Auckland Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel 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 Fua'amotu International Airport to Auckland Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from TBU to AKL in July if you like 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 visited Auckland, now it's time to explore more of New Zealand. Travel about 499 kilometres south to Wellington to check off its popular sights. From Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa) to Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 18 kilometres south-east of Auckland, Manukau City is another essential stop in New Zealand. Experience major highlights starting with Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church.