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Cheapest round-trip
$664
Typical prices: $821-$1,253
Fiji Airways
Sat 11/24Sat 12/8
HNL - AKL • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$871
Typical prices: $884-$1,257
Air New Zealand
Wed 4/11Mon 4/16
HNL - AKL • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Air New Zealand. Average duration is 8h 55m
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Most punctual • 85% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 44% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 16% price drop
Most popular
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Cheapest • Avg $814 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 20h 03m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Honolulu to Auckland (HNL-AKL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Honolulu to Auckland

Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 8
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12:00 pm - 1:35 pmHNL  Honolulu-AKL Auckland Intl
26h 35m2 stops Christmas Island Nadi
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4:15 pm - 10:45 amAKL  Auckland Intl-HNL Honolulu
17h 30m2 stops Nadi Christmas Island
$664Fiji Airways
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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12:00 pm - 1:35 pmHNL  Honolulu-AKL Auckland Intl
26h 35m2 stops Christmas Island Nadi
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2:50 pm - 10:45 amAKL  Auckland Intl-HNL Honolulu
18h 55m2 stops Nadi Christmas Island
$664Fiji Airways
Tue, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 9
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12:00 pm - 1:35 pmHNL  Honolulu-AKL Auckland Intl
26h 35m2 stops Christmas Island Nadi
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2:50 pm - 10:45 amAKL  Auckland Intl-HNL Honolulu
18h 55m2 stops Nadi Christmas Island
$685Fiji Airways
Tue, Apr 20 - Tue, May 4
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12:05 pm - 3:30 pmHNL  Honolulu-AKL Auckland Intl
29h 25m3 stops Christmas Island Nadi Christchurch
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7:00 am - 10:50 amAKL  Auckland Intl-HNL Honolulu
25h 50m2 stops Nadi Christmas Island
$817Multiple Airlines
Tue, May 4 - Tue, Jun 1
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12:05 pm - 3:30 pmHNL  Honolulu-AKL Auckland Intl
29h 25m3 stops Christmas Island Nadi Christchurch
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7:00 am - 10:50 amAKL  Auckland Intl-HNL Honolulu
25h 50m2 stops Nadi Christmas Island
$817Multiple Airlines
Tue, Apr 6 - Tue, Apr 13
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12:05 pm - 3:30 pmHNL  Honolulu-AKL Auckland Intl
29h 25m3 stops Christmas Island Nadi Christchurch
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3:00 pm - 10:50 amAKL  Auckland Intl-HNL Honolulu
17h 50m2 stops Nadi Christmas Island
$817Multiple Airlines
Sun, Apr 11 - Fri, Apr 16
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10:05 am - 5:00 pmHNL  Honolulu-AKL Auckland Intl
8h 55mnonstop
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9:50 pm - 8:15 amAKL  Auckland Intl-HNL Honolulu
8h 25mnonstop
$871Air New Zealand
Sun, Apr 11 - Sun, Apr 18
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10:05 am - 5:00 pmHNL  Honolulu-AKL Auckland Intl
8h 55mnonstop
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9:50 pm - 8:15 amAKL  Auckland Intl-HNL Honolulu
8h 25mnonstop
$871Air New Zealand
Fri, Dec 18 - Sun, Dec 20
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7:45 am - 5:50 amHNL  Honolulu-AKL Auckland Intl
23h 05m1 stop Los Angeles
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10:10 pm - 7:40 amAKL  Auckland Intl-HNL Honolulu
8h 30mnonstop
$2,575United Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Wed, Dec 23
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7:45 am - 5:00 amHNL  Honolulu-AKL Auckland Intl
22h 15m1 stop Los Angeles
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8:20 pm - 11:03 pmAKL  Auckland Intl-HNL Honolulu
25h 43m1 stop Los Angeles
$2,580United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Honolulu to Auckland flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Honolulu to Auckland?

Round-trip flights from Honolulu to Auckland typically range from $821 to $1,253. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $664, on Fiji Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Honolulu to Auckland?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Honolulu to Auckland. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 15% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Honolulu to Auckland?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Honolulu to Auckland at $868 round-trip.
•July ($1,353) and August ($1,323) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 55% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Honolulu to Auckland the cheapest?

Flights from Honolulu to Auckland are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 44% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Honolulu to Auckland

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Expert on Hawaiian Airlines

Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on Air New Zealand

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on AKL

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on HNL

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Key details for Honolulu to Auckland flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$519
Beat the crowds with an average 51% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 59% increase in travelers.
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Your Honolulu to Auckland flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Honolulu to Auckland?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times currently scheduled from Honolulu to Auckland:

    • Earliest: departs at 9:30 am and lands at 6:25 pm
    • Latest: departs at 9:30 am and lands at 6:25 pm.

    The flight takes about 8h 55m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Honolulu to Auckland?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Honolulu to Auckland:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Honolulu to Auckland?

    A nonstop flight from Honolulu to Auckland takes about 8h 55m, covering 4,402 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Honolulu to Auckland?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Honolulu to Auckland flight?

    Round-trip flights from Honolulu to Auckland range from $821 to $1,253, with an average of $1,031 over the past 12 months. Anything below $821 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Honolulu to Auckland flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 46% above the $1,031 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Honolulu to Auckland?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $814 round-trip via Nadi (NAN), compared to $1,134 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Honolulu to Auckland?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $50–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Honolulu to Auckland?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air New Zealand and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330 variants.

  • How are flight prices from Honolulu to Auckland looking right now?

    One-way fares from Honolulu to Auckland are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $846, which is 35% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Auckland Intl Airport (AKL)?

    Auckland Intl Airport (AKL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $42 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • New Zealand Discount Car Rentals
    • Snap Rentals
    • EZU Car Rental
    • Rental Cars 247
    • Europcar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Honolulu to Auckland?

    Flights from Honolulu to Auckland usually depart from Honolulu (HNL) and arrive at Auckland Intl (AKL).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Honolulu to Auckland?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Honolulu to Auckland?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Honolulu to Auckland route, 21% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 11m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Honolulu to Auckland pass through?

    One-stop flights from Honolulu to Auckland most commonly connect through:

    • Nadi (NAN) - 82% of one-stop connections
    • Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 1% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Honolulu to Auckland?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Honolulu to Auckland. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $861 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,195, a difference of $334.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Honolulu to Auckland?

    Only Air New Zealand currently operates flights between Honolulu and Auckland on a regular basis.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Honolulu to Auckland?

    Flying via Nadi (NAN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 16h 20m, compared with 20h 03m via San Francisco (SFO) and 21h 18m via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

  • What is the time difference between Honolulu and Auckland?

    Auckland is 23 hours ahead of Honolulu (New Zealand Time vs Hawaii-Aleutian Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Auckland?

    Some of the most popular sights in Auckland are Sparks Arena, New Zealand Maritime Museum and Skycity Auckland. These are among the most viewed places in Auckland on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer free seat selection on Honolulu to Auckland flights?

    Only United Airlines currently offers free seat selection on this route. Availability depends on fare class.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom on Honolulu to Auckland flights?

    None of the airlines on this route currently offer extra legroom.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Honolulu to Auckland flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Air New Zealand: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • Should I rent a car in Auckland or is it better to take the bus?

    It depends on where you will be staying and what you want to do. There is a lot to explore in New Zealand, so if your intention is to go further afield than just touring the city, a rental car (or campervan, another popular choice) a great way to go. On the other hand, if you’ll mostly be hanging out within the city, you can get to a lot of places on the city bus. In this scenario it may not be worth the hassle to have a car.

  • How much is a taxi from Auckland Airport to the city?

    Taxis can cost anywhere from NZ$38 – NZ$75 (about $27 - $54) one-way. Shuttles are another option. They charge around NZ$35 (about $25) for the first person, then NZ$8 (about $6) for each additional person in the group.

  • What is the best way to get to Honolulu Airport (HNL)?

    There are a couple of good options for getting to Honolulu Airport. Metered taxis are the more direct route but also more expensive. Expect to pay around $45, with additional baggage fees added. There are a variety of airport shuttles available to choose from. Prices vary a little from company to company but they average around $25. Shuttles take a bit longer, but the price is fixed so you can budget more accurately.

  • What is the best way to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to the city?

    The fastest and most direct way is by car. The ride takes about 20min; choose a taxi, rideshare, or Uber/Ola. There are also bus options, be sure to purchase a pre-paid At Hop card to help you get around town. The card works for bus, train, and ferry rides. The bus stops just outside the international terminal.

  • Where will my layover be on my trip from Honolulu Airport (HNL) to Auckland Airport (AKL)?

    For the first leg of your trip, you’ll probably end up with a layover in San Francisco International (SFO), or Los Angeles International (LAX). Both of these airports are large, modern and easy to navigate. SFO offers play areas for kids, self-guided tours, and museum exhibits. LAX has shopping to rival Rodeo Drive, and the food is pretty great too.

Your guide to booking Honolulu to Auckland flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $861, about $334 less than Sunday fares (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 44% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Honolulu to Auckland trip for April. Fares historically average $868 round-trip in that month - typically $485 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Hawaiian Airlines. Over the past three months, 85% of Hawaiian Airlines flights from Honolulu to Auckland arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 79%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 11m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Nadi Airport (NAN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $814 round-trip on this route - about $320 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Auckland Intl Airport.

    • Ibis Budget Auckland Airport
    • Novotel Auckland Airport
    • Jetpark Hotel Auckland Airport
  • The Auckland Airport (AKL) is located about 12.5 miles from the city center. With regular traffic the drive takes just 15min or so.
  • Auckland Airport (AKL) offers free shower facilities to arriving passengers, conveniently located in 2 different areas: the international arrivals terminal, and the domestic terminal.
  • Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, commonly referred to as Honolulu Airport (HNL) is the hub for Hawaiian Airlines. Auckland Airport (AKL) acts as a hub for Air New Zealand.
  • Choose an off-peak itinerary, and save some cash. Utilize one of the Honolulu Airport (HNL) lounges to get ready for your flight, and start your journey feeling calm and well-rested.
  • Relax for a while after your flight into Auckland Airport (AKL). Chair massages are available in the international terminal, or if you really need to unwind, there are a few hotels to choose from just steps away.

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Direct departures

Honolulu to Auckland Intl

Tuesday

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand

Thursday

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand

Sunday

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand

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Direct returns

Auckland Intl to Honolulu

Tuesday

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand

Thursday

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand

Sunday

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand

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