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Cheapest return flight
$1,823
Typical prices: $1,961-$2,628
Air China
Thu 15/3Mon 19/3
AKL - DXB • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
$2,463
Typical prices: $2,431-$2,804
Emirates
Thu 1/11Fri 30/11
AKL - DXB • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Emirates. Average duration is 17h 14m
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Most punctual • 90% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 25% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg $1,213 (return)
Shortest trip • 19h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Auckland to Dubai (AKL-DXB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Auckland to Dubai

Mon, 15 Mar - Fri, 19 Mar
Air China Logo
20:30 - 23:15AKL  Auckland Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
35h 45m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
01:15 - 17:35DXB  Dubai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
31h 20m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,823Air China
Sun, 1 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Air China Logo
20:30 - 23:15AKL  Auckland Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
35h 45m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
01:15 - 17:35DXB  Dubai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
31h 20m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,959Air China
Sun, 1 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Air China Logo
20:30 - 23:15AKL  Auckland Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
35h 45m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
01:15 - 17:35DXB  Dubai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
31h 20m1 stop Beijing Capital
$2,047Air China
Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:05 - 22:05AKL  Auckland Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
36h 00m2 stops Melbourne New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:55 - 05:30DXB  Dubai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
34h 35m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Melbourne
$2,073Multiple Airlines
Mon, 15 Mar - Sat, 20 Mar
Qatar Airways Logo
13:15 - 11:40AKL  Auckland Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
31h 25m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
22:25 - 06:50DXB  Dubai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
23h 25m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
$2,113Qatar Airways
Sat, 7 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:35 - 22:05AKL  Auckland Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
34h 30m2 stops Melbourne New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:55 - 05:30DXB  Dubai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
34h 35m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Melbourne
$2,118Multiple Airlines
Sun, 15 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
Qatar Airways Logo
17:45 - 10:25AKL  Auckland Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
25h 40m2 stops Adelaide Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
13:10 - 00:25DXB  Dubai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
26h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Adelaide
$2,125Qatar Airways
Sat, 7 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:20 - 19:00AKL  Auckland Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
34h 40m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:00 - 05:30DXB  Dubai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
31h 30m3 stops Thiruvananthapuram Singapore Changi Melbourne
$2,193Multiple Airlines
Wed, 18 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
Emirates Logo
21:05 - 05:15AKL  Auckland Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
17h 10mdirect
Emirates Logo
10:15 - 23:00DXB  Dubai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
27h 45m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,457Emirates
Sun, 15 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
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21:05 - 05:15AKL  Auckland Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
17h 10mdirect
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10:00 - 14:55DXB  Dubai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
19h 55m1 stop Melbourne
$2,459Emirates
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Auckland to Dubai flights

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How much is a return flight from Auckland to Dubai?

Return flights from Auckland to Dubai typically range from $1,961 to $2,628. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,823 on Air China.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Dubai. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Dubai?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Dubai at $1,777 return.
•October ($2,607) and September ($2,563) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 46% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Auckland to Dubai the cheapest?

Flights from Auckland to Dubai are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Auckland to Dubai flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$938
Beat the crowds with an average 56% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 49% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Auckland to Dubai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Auckland to Dubai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Auckland to Dubai 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 Auckland to Dubai?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Auckland to Dubai:

    • Earliest: departs at 21:05 and lands at 14:19
    • Latest: departs at 21:10 and lands at 14:24.

    The flight takes about 17h 14m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Auckland to Dubai?

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

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Auckland to Dubai?

    A direct flight from Auckland to Dubai takes 17h 14m, covering 22,836 km.

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

    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 Auckland to Dubai flight?

    Return flights from Auckland to Dubai range from $1,961 to $2,628, with an average of $2,378 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,961 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 9% above the $2,378 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Auckland to Dubai?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $1,213 return via Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU), compared with $2,586 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Auckland to Dubai?

    Emirates is the only airline operating Auckland to Dubai flights. 90% of its flights are on time.

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

    The Airbus A380-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Emirates. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A350-900 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Auckland to Dubai spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on Auckland to Dubai flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Evening flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Auckland to Dubai changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,823 to $17,425. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Auckland to Dubai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,198, which is 11% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Dubai Intl Airport (DXB)?

    Dubai Intl Airport (DXB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $7 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Autostrad Rent A Car
    • AMEX
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Hertz

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

    Flights from Auckland to Dubai usually depart from Auckland Intl (AKL) and arrive at Dubai Intl (DXB).

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

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Auckland to Dubai?

    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 Auckland to Dubai route, 10% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 35m.

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

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

    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 64% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Beijing Capital (PEK) – 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 9% on flights from Auckland to Dubai. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $2,266 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $2,479, a difference of $213.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Auckland to Dubai?

    Only Emirates operates flights between Auckland and Dubai.

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

    Flying via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 19h 49m, compared to 20h 25m via Brisbane (BNE) and 21h 02m via Melbourne (MEL).

  • What is the time difference between Auckland and Dubai?

    Dubai is 9 hours behind Auckland (Gulf Time vs New Zealand Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Dubai?

    Some of the most popular sights in Dubai are Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall. These are among the most viewed places in Dubai on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Auckland to Dubai flights?

    Among airlines operating Auckland to Dubai flights:

    • Emirates: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

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

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

    • Emirates: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

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

  • Are there any hotels available at Dubai Airport?

    Multiple hotels are located on the grounds of Dubai Airport, with Holiday Inn Express being the pick of affordable options landside (past customs). The hotel is located directly opposite Terminal 3 and operates free shuttle services from both Terminals 1 and 3. A Standard Room features a double bed and blackout shades so that you can catch up on sleep after a long flight, available for AED 230.85 (NZ$ 85) approx. per night.

  • How do I get to the city centre from Dubai Airport?

    The airport is well connected to Dubai city via a metro link. Trains depart from both Terminals 1 and 3 every 7 minutes and will reach the central business district on the red line in roughly 25 minutes. Prices are dependent on the number of zones you pass through, with major stations such as the World Trade Centre and Burj Khalifa Dubai Mall costing AED 8.50 (NZ$ 3.15) approx.

Your guide to booking Auckland to Dubai 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average $2,266, about $213 less than Saturday fares (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Auckland to Dubai trip for February. Fares historically average $1,777 return in that month – typically $830 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Chengdu Tianfu Intl Airport (TFU) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages $1,213 return on this route – about $1,374 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 Dubai Intl Airport.

    • Premier Inn Dubai International Airport
    • Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
    • Dubai International Hotel
  • If you want to minimise your flight time, choose to fly with Emirates between Auckland and Dubai, as they are the only airline which flies this route directly. All meals served on Emirates flights are halal certified, with the option to receive a specialised meal such as vegetarian or gluten-free if you contact the airline prior to your flight.
  • Airlines commonly stopover at Sydney Airport (SYD) on the route between Auckland and Dubai, which is a ideal if you enjoy browsing shops while waiting between flights. Pick up a quality pair of leather boots from R. M. Williams or a piece of Aboriginal art from Rainbow Serpent. Both shops along with many others are located in the International Terminal.
  • Dubai International Airport (DXB) is one of the busiest in the world and you may want to familiarise yourself with it before you land. All airlines that fly between Auckland and Dubai will land at Terminal 1, excluding Emirates, Qantas and flydubai which will land at Terminal 3.

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