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Cheapest return flight
$1,346
Typical prices: $1,389-$2,099
Air China
Thu 18/1Sun 18/2
AKL - HKG • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
$1,880
Typical prices: $1,827-$2,539
Cathay Pacific
Mon 19/11Sun 2/12
AKL - HKG • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Cathay Pacific and Air New Zealand. Average duration is 11h 16m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 87% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 25% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 20% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg $1,315 (return)
Shortest trip • 15h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Auckland to Hong Kong (AKL-HKG)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Auckland to Hong Kong

Mon, 18 Jan - Thu, 18 Feb
Air China Logo
20:30 - 15:55AKL  Auckland Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
24h 25m2 stops Beijing Capital Chengdu
Air China Logo
17:50 - 17:35HKG  Hong Kong Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
18h 45m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,346Air China
7 hours ago
Fri, 5 Feb - Fri, 5 Mar
Air China Logo
20:30 - 15:55AKL  Auckland Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
24h 25m2 stops Beijing Capital Chengdu
Air China Logo
17:50 - 17:35HKG  Hong Kong Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
18h 45m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,346Air China
3+ days ago
Fri, 5 Feb - Fri, 12 Mar
China Airlines Logo
20:50 - 09:15AKL  Auckland Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
17h 25m2 stops Brisbane Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
China Airlines Logo
20:05 - 19:10HKG  Hong Kong Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
18h 05m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Brisbane
$1,350China Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, 2 Dec - Thu, 31 Dec
Hainan Airlines Logo
21:30 - 09:10AKL  Auckland Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
16h 40m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl
Hainan Airlines Logo
16:10 - 18:40HKG  Hong Kong Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
21h 30m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl
$1,361Hainan Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, 5 Feb - Fri, 12 Mar
China Airlines Logo
20:50 - 20:10AKL  Auckland Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
28h 20m2 stops Brisbane Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
China Airlines Logo
20:05 - 19:10HKG  Hong Kong Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
18h 05m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Brisbane
$1,375China Airlines
22 hours ago
Sat, 1 May - Sat, 15 May
Fiji Airways Logo
15:00 - 06:00AKL  Auckland Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
19h 00m1 stop Nadi
Fiji Airways Logo
16:15 - 13:45HKG  Hong Kong Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
17h 30m1 stop Nadi
$1,415Fiji Airways
2 days ago
Thu, 19 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 06:00AKL  Auckland Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
29h 00m2 stops Wellington Nadi
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:40 - 16:35HKG  Hong Kong Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
27h 55m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,418Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Tue, 2 Feb - Fri, 12 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:10 - 13:35AKL  Auckland Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
36h 25m2 stops Melbourne Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:40 - 19:30HKG  Hong Kong Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
23h 50m2 stops Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl Melbourne
$1,445Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sun, 2 May - Sun, 16 May
Fiji Airways Logo
15:00 - 06:00AKL  Auckland Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
19h 00m1 stop Nadi
Fiji Airways Logo
16:15 - 23:15HKG  Hong Kong Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
27h 00m1 stop Nadi
$1,516Fiji Airways
2 days ago
Sat, 19 Dec - Sat, 26 Dec
Hainan Airlines Logo
22:20 - 19:55AKL  Auckland Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
26h 35m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl
Hainan Airlines Logo
21:00 - 18:40HKG  Hong Kong Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
16h 40m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl
$2,067Hainan Airlines
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Auckland to Hong Kong flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Auckland to Hong Kong?

Return flights from Auckland to Hong Kong typically range from $1,389 to $2,099. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,346 on Air China.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Hong Kong. It's 6% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Hong Kong?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Hong Kong at $1,353 return.
•April ($2,071) and December ($1,860) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 52% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Auckland to Hong Kong the cheapest?

Flights from Auckland to Hong Kong are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 25% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Auckland to Hong Kong flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$595
Beat the crowds with an average 35% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 61% increase in travellers.
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When to book flights from Auckland to Hong Kong

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Auckland to Hong Kong 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 Hong Kong 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 Hong Kong?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 08:25 and lands at 19:41
    • Latest: departs at 14:55 and lands at 02:11.

    The flight takes about 11h 16m.

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Auckland to Hong Kong:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Auckland to Hong Kong?

    A direct flight from Auckland to Hong Kong takes 11h 16m, covering 14,746 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Auckland to Hong Kong?

    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 Hong Kong flight?

    Return flights from Auckland to Hong Kong range from $1,389 to $2,099, with an average of $1,684 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,389 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Auckland to Hong Kong flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 16% above the $1,684 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 Hong Kong?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $1,315 return via Haikou Meilan Intl (HAK), compared with $2,154 for direct.

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

    Cathay Pacific is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Air New Zealand has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Auckland to Hong Kong flights are:

    • Cathay Pacific: 87% on time
    • Air New Zealand: 86% on time
    • Emirates: 74% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 86% of the time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Auckland to Hong Kong?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $91–$180 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 Auckland to Hong Kong?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air New Zealand and Cathay Pacific. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A350-900 variants.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Auckland to Hong Kong flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Auckland to Hong Kong 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 $1,346 to $8,247. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Auckland to Hong Kong are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $700, which is 28% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flights from Auckland to Hong Kong usually depart from Auckland Intl (AKL) and arrive at Hong Kong Intl (HKG).

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

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

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

    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 Hong Kong route, 14% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 27m.

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

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

    • Haikou Meilan Intl (HAK) – 35% of one-stop connections
    • Nadi (NAN) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Port Moresby Jackson Fld (POM) – 13% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Auckland to Hong Kong. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,588 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,818, a difference of $231.

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

  • Which airlines fly from Auckland to Hong Kong?

    2 airlines operate flights between Auckland and Hong Kong. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Cathay Pacific
    • Air New Zealand

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

    Flying via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 14m, compared to 16h 05m via Port Moresby Jackson Fld (POM) and 17h 03m via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL).

  • What is the time difference between Auckland and Hong Kong?

    Hong Kong is 5 hours behind Auckland (Hong Kong Time vs New Zealand Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Hong Kong?

    Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre is one of the most viewed places in Hong Kong on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Auckland to Hong Kong flights:

    • Cathay Pacific: 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 Hong Kong flights?

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

    • Cathay Pacific: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Air New Zealand: 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 located at Hong Kong Airport?

    Regal Airport Hotel is located within the grounds of the airport and has a direct connection via a bridge from Terminal 1. A Superior Room furnished with a king size bed, writing desk and soundproof windows is available for HK$1,012 (NZ$ 187) approx. per night.

  • What’s the quickest way of getting to the city from Hong Kong Airport?

    An express train connects the airport to the city centre with a travel time of only 24 minutes. The train station is accessible from either Level 7 of Terminal 1 or Level 6 of Terminal 2 and costs HK$115 (NZ$ 21) approx. for a one-way ticket. The train will take you to Central Station in the heart of the city, from there you can take a free shuttle bus operated by MTR which connects directly to 50 nearby hotels.

Your guide to booking Auckland to Hong Kong 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,588, about $231 less than Saturday fares (13% 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 25% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Auckland to Hong Kong trip for February. Fares historically average $1,353 return in that month –- typically $717 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Cathay Pacific. Over the past three months, 87% of Cathay Pacific flights from Auckland to Hong Kong arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 86%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 27m, 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 Haikou Meilan Intl Airport (HAK) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages $1,315 return on this route – about $839 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 Hong Kong Intl Airport.

    • Regal Airport Hotel
    • Hong Kong Skycity Marriott Hotel
    • Novotel Hong Kong Citygate
  • Relax before your long flight at Auckland Airport (AKL) by making use of one of the massage chairs located within the International Terminal near Gates 2 and 4.
  • If minimising your flight time is important to you, choose to fly with either Cathay Pacific, Air New Zealand or Hong Kong Airlines. These are the only three airlines which offer direct flights between Auckland and Hong Kong (HKG), a trip which will take around 11h 15m.
  • If you are travelling with children and want to split your journey into two flights with a chance to recuperate in between, consider a flight that has a stopover at Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG). There is a Children’s Play Area located in Terminal 2 with a climbing frame and play area so that they can burn off energy after having sat down on a plane for hours.
  • Free public showers are available at Hong Kong Airport to help you freshen up after your flight. They are located near Gate 22 in the Arrivals area of Terminal 1.

Prefer to fly direct from Auckland Intl to Hong Kong Intl?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Auckland Intl Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Auckland Intl to Hong Kong Intl

Monday

Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific

Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific

Tuesday

Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific

Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific

Wednesday

Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific

Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific

Thursday

Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific

Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific

Friday

Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific

Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific

Saturday

Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific

Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific

Sunday

Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific

Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific

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Direct returns

Hong Kong Intl to Auckland Intl

Monday

Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific

Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific

Tuesday

Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific

Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific

Wednesday

Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific

Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific

Thursday

Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific

Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific

Friday

Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific

Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific

Saturday

Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific

Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific

Sunday

Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific

Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific

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