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Cheapest return flight
$591
Typical prices: $576-$911
Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand
Sun 9/12Sun 14/1
TBU - AKL • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
$635
Typical prices: $624-$964
Air New Zealand
Sun 9/12Sun 14/1
TBU - AKL • Direct
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You can fly direct with Air New Zealand. Average duration is 2h 58m
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Most punctual • 68% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 50% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 18% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Nuku‘alofa to Auckland (TBU-AKL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Nuku‘alofa to Auckland

Wed, 9 Dec - Thu, 14 Jan
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05:40 - 00:15TBU  Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
18h 35m1 stop Nadi
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17:30 - 20:25AKL  Auckland Intl-TBU Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl
2h 55mdirect
$591Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Sat, 5 Dec - Wed, 30 Dec
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16:00 - 13:35TBU  Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
21h 35m1 stop Nadi
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14:50 - 01:05AKL  Auckland Intl-TBU Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl
10h 15m1 stop Nadi
$598Fiji Airways
3+ days ago
Sat, 5 Dec - Wed, 30 Dec
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16:00 - 13:35TBU  Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
21h 35m1 stop Nadi
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09:10 - 12:00AKL  Auckland Intl-TBU Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl
2h 50mdirect
$600Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, 10 Dec - Thu, 14 Jan
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05:00 - 00:15TBU  Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
19h 15m1 stop Nadi
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17:30 - 20:25AKL  Auckland Intl-TBU Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl
2h 55mdirect
$607Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Mon, 14 Dec - Wed, 13 Jan
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11:20 - 00:15TBU  Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
12h 55m1 stop Nadi
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17:30 - 20:25AKL  Auckland Intl-TBU Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl
2h 55mdirect
$619Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, 9 Dec - Thu, 14 Jan
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21:40 - 00:40TBU  Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
3h 00mdirect
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17:30 - 20:25AKL  Auckland Intl-TBU Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl
2h 55mdirect
$635Air New Zealand
2 days ago
Wed, 9 Dec - Wed, 13 Jan
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21:40 - 00:40TBU  Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
3h 00mdirect
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17:30 - 20:25AKL  Auckland Intl-TBU Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl
2h 55mdirect
$648Air New Zealand
3+ days ago
Wed, 18 Nov - Wed, 6 Jan
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11:20 - 16:20TBU  Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
29h 00m1 stop Nadi
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14:50 - 15:00AKL  Auckland Intl-TBU Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl
24h 10m1 stop Nadi
$648Fiji Airways
18 hours ago
Mon, 14 Dec - Wed, 13 Jan
Air New Zealand Logo
21:40 - 00:40TBU  Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
3h 00mdirect
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17:30 - 20:25AKL  Auckland Intl-TBU Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl
2h 55mdirect
$685Air New Zealand
3+ days ago
Mon, 7 Dec - Tue, 29 Dec
Fiji Airways Logo
11:20 - 15:15TBU  Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
27h 55m1 stop Nadi
Fiji Airways Logo
16:15 - 10:35AKL  Auckland Intl-TBU Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl
18h 20m1 stop Nadi
$840Fiji Airways
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Nuku‘alofa to Auckland flights

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

What is the cheapest month to fly from Nuku‘alofa to Auckland?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Nuku‘alofa to Auckland at $596 return.
•January ($972) and July ($892) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 62% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Nuku‘alofa to Auckland the cheapest?

Flights from Nuku‘alofa to Auckland are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 50% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Nuku‘alofa to Auckland flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$224
Beat the crowds with an average 32% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 71% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Nuku‘alofa to Auckland

When to book flights from Nuku‘alofa to Auckland

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

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Nuku‘alofa to Auckland:

    • Earliest: departs at 10:10 and lands at 13:08
    • Latest: departs at 21:40 and lands at 00:38.

    The flight takes about 2h 58m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Nuku‘alofa to Auckland?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Nuku‘alofa to Auckland:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Nuku‘alofa to Auckland?

    A direct flight from Nuku‘alofa to Auckland takes 2h 58m, covering 3,223 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Nuku‘alofa 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 Nuku‘alofa to Auckland flight?

    Return flights from Nuku‘alofa to Auckland range from $576 to $911, with an average of $727 over the past 12 months. Anything below $576 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Nuku‘alofa to Auckland flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 22% above the $727 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $620 return via Nadi (NAN), compared with $800 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Nuku‘alofa to Auckland?

    Air New Zealand is the only airline operating Nuku‘alofa to Auckland flights. 68% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Nuku‘alofa to Auckland?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $55–$178 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 Nuku‘alofa to Auckland?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air New Zealand. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

  • How are flight departures from Nuku‘alofa to Auckland spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on Nuku‘alofa to Auckland 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 Nuku‘alofa to Auckland 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 $591 to $3,780. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Nuku‘alofa to Auckland looking right now?

    One-way fares from Nuku‘alofa to Auckland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $311, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Auckland Intl Airport (AKL)?

    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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Nuku‘alofa to Auckland?

    Flights from Nuku‘alofa to Auckland usually depart from Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl (TBU) and arrive at Auckland Intl (AKL).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Nuku‘alofa to Auckland?

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

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Nuku‘alofa 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 Nuku‘alofa to Auckland route, 32% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 37m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Nuku‘alofa to Auckland pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Nuku‘alofa to Auckland pass through Nadi (NAN), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Nuku‘alofa to Auckland?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Nuku‘alofa to Auckland. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $669 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $772, a difference of $103.

    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 Nuku‘alofa to Auckland?

    Only Air New Zealand operates flights between Nuku‘alofa and Auckland.

  • What popular places can I visit in 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.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Nuku‘alofa 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

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

Your guide to booking Nuku‘alofa 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Friday flights average $669, about $103 less than Saturday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 50% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Nuku‘alofa to Auckland trip for March. Fares historically average $596 return in that month –- typically $376 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Nadi Airport (NAN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages $620 return on this route – about $180 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

Prefer to fly direct from Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl to Auckland Intl?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl Airport to Auckland Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl to Auckland Intl

Monday

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand

Tuesday

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand

Wednesday

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand

Thursday

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand

Friday

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand

Saturday

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand

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Direct returns

Auckland Intl to Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl

Monday

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand

Tuesday

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand

Wednesday

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand

Thursday

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand

Friday

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand

Saturday

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand

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