Flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Perth Airport (PER): what you need to know
Around 7 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Auckland Airport to Perth Airport.
Perth's timezone is UTC+8, making Perth five hours behind Auckland.
Flights from AKL to PER start at 06:30 — the earliest with Batik Air Malaysia. The latest departure is at 19:00 with Batik Air Malaysia. In total, you can choose from 20 weekly Auckland Airport to Perth Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your AKL to PER flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Air New Zealand has direct flights from Auckland Airport to Perth Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Perth — and maybe even more of Australia if you have time.
Air New Zealand is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Air New Zealand is the most punctual carrier operating AKL to PER flights, with 70.49% of its services reaching their destination on time.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Auckland Airport to Perth Airport. These are the top stopovers between AKL and PER:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Adelaide Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Perth Airport (PER)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Auckland Airport to Perth Airport flight is $345. A return ticket right now is $770. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get cheap tickets from AKL to PER, reserve your trip seven months ahead of your departure date.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Auckland Airport to Perth Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from AKL to PER.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Auckland Airport to Perth Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
69.31% of flights that leave from Auckland Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Auckland Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Auckland. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to AKL? If you've booked an early flight from Auckland Airport to Perth Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Perth Airport (PER)
If you're coming in on a late Auckland Airport to Perth Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near PER:
Travel at your own pace with a Perth Airport rental car. Book your wheels from SafeDrive Car Rentals, City Centre Car Rentals or No birds and venture far and wide through Perth and beyond.
Booking your ride from Perth Airport about one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Perth Airport (PER) to central Perth
Perth Airport to central Perth has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Perth Airport (PER)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Auckland Airport to Perth Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Perth. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Auckland Airport to Perth Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Perth, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from AKL to PER in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Perth, now it's time to explore more of Australia. Journey around 40 kilometres south to Rockingham to check off its leading attractions. From Penguin Island to The Catalpa Memorial and Point Peron, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Mandurah is another must-experience destination in Australia and is around 64 kilometres south of Perth. No trip is complete without a visit to Emma Blyth Gallery, Dolphin Quay and Len Howard Conservation Park.
