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

• Earliest: departs at 09:25 and lands at 11:14
• Latest: departs at 19:40 and lands at 21:29.

The flight takes about 1h 49m.

Only Economy class is available on flights from Dunedin to Auckland.

A direct flight from Dunedin to Auckland takes 1h 49m, covering 1,709 km.

No. A passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Return flights from Dunedin to Auckland range from $229 to $429, with an average of $306 over the past 12 months. Anything below $229 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 37% above the route average of $306. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average $298 return, compared with $427 via a stopover through Christchurch (CHC).

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $21–$175 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Jetstar and Emirates. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320 (sharklets) variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Dunedin to Auckland flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, Evening flights for 25%, and Night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Dunedin to Auckland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $149, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

Auckland Intl Airport (AKL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $6 for economy cars. Top options include:
• New Zealand Discount Car Rentals
• Snap Rentals
• EZI
• Mode
• Europcar

Flights from Dunedin to Auckland usually depart from Dunedin (DUD) and arrive at Auckland Intl (AKL).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

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 Dunedin to Auckland route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 38 minutes.

Most connecting flights from Dunedin to Auckland pass through Christchurch (CHC), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 23% on the Dunedin to Auckland route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $267 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $344, a difference of $77. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

• Air New Zealand
• Jetstar

Some of the most popular sights in Auckland are Sky Tower, Sparks Arena, and Skycity Auckland. These are among the most viewed places in Auckland on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Dunedin to Auckland flights:

• Air New Zealand: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

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

• Jetstar: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Air New Zealand: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

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