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

• Earliest: departs at 12:20 and lands at 14:20
• Latest: departs at 16:50 and lands at 18:50.

The flight takes about 2h.

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

A direct flight from Invercargill to Auckland takes 2h, covering 1,889 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Invercargill to Auckland range from $388 to $679, with an average of $488 over the past 12 months. Anything below $388 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 68% above the $488 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average $444 return, compared with $653 via a stopover through Christchurch (CHC).

Air New Zealand is the only airline operating Invercargill to Auckland flights. 88% of its flights are on time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $30–$178 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $272 to $2,495. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Invercargill to Auckland are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $318.

Auckland Intl Airport (AKL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $75 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

Flights from Invercargill to Auckland usually depart from Invercargill (IVC) and arrive at Auckland Intl (AKL).

Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route.

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 Invercargill to Auckland route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 26m.

Most connecting flights from Invercargill to Auckland pass through Christchurch (CHC), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Invercargill to Auckland. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $381 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $537, a difference of $157.

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

Only Air New Zealand operates flights between Invercargill and Auckland.

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

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

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