$925 Find Cheap Flights from South Africa to Auckland

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Cheapest return fare
$1,689
Typical prices: $1,569-$1,981
Multiple Airlines
Fri 1/5Sun 31/5
JNB - AKL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$925
Typical prices: $1,101-$1,416
Qatar Airways
Wed 1/4
JNB - AKL • 1 stop
When to travel
May
Cheapest • 10% price drop
December
Most popular
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Cheap Flights from South Africa to Auckland

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from South Africa to Auckland that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from South Africa to Auckland

Fri, 1 May - Sun, 31 May
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11:20 - 11:40
JNB
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AKL
38h 20m1 stop
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08:20 - 07:40
AKL
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JNB
33h 20m2 stops
$1,689Multiple Airlines
Mon, 18 May - Wed, 29 Jul
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11:20 - 00:30
JNB
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AKL
51h 10m2 stops
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13:25 - 07:40
AKL
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JNB
28h 15m1 stop
$1,701Multiple Airlines
Mon, 20 Apr - Mon, 31 Aug
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11:20 - 15:05
JNB
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AKL
41h 45m2 stops
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20:35 - 07:40
AKL
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JNB
45h 05m2 stops
$1,703Multiple Airlines
Fri, 8 May - Sun, 21 Jun
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20:40 - 19:35
JNB
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AKL
36h 55m1 stop
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22:15 - 15:20
AKL
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JNB
27h 05m1 stop
$1,755Qatar Airways
Fri, 8 May - Sun, 21 Jun
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20:40 - 19:35
JNB
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AKL
36h 55m1 stop
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22:15 - 15:20
AKL
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JNB
27h 05m1 stop
$1,757Qatar Airways
Wed, 4 Mar - Mon, 23 Mar
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20:20 - 06:10
DUR
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AKL
46h 50m2 stops
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14:30 - 08:40
AKL
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DUR
29h 10m2 stops
$1,930South African
Mon, 15 Jun - Wed, 15 Jul
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07:00 - 22:55
DUR
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AKL
29h 55m2 stops
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06:00 - 19:50
AKL
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DUR
23h 50m2 stops
$1,992Qantas Airways
Fri, 20 Feb - Fri, 27 Feb
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07:00 - 04:45
CPT
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AKL
34h 45m2 stops
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08:30 - 22:50
AKL
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CPT
25h 20m2 stops
$2,094Qantas Airways
Tue, 10 Mar - Sat, 21 Mar
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10:40 - 13:25
CPT
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AKL
39h 45m2 stops
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15:15 - 09:25
AKL
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CPT
53h 10m2 stops
$2,211Singapore Airlines
Tue, 10 Mar - Sat, 21 Mar
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10:40 - 23:35
CPT
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AKL
25h 55m2 stops
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15:15 - 09:25
AKL
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CPT
53h 10m2 stops
$2,217Singapore Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Auckland

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights to Auckland to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Auckland?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to Auckland, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights to Auckland is February, where tickets cost $1,698 on average for one-way flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of tickets from South Africa is $2,723 and $2,611 respectively. For return trips, the best month to travel is May with an average price of $1,734.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Auckland?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Auckland, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 60 days before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJuly
Cheapest flight$925
Best time to beat the crowds (10% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (33% more expensive on average)
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FAQs - booking Auckland flights

  • How far is Auckland Intl Airport from central Auckland?

    You’ll need to travel 18 km to reach the Auckland city centre from Auckland Intl Airport.

  • What is the name of Auckland’s airport?

    Auckland is served by Auckland Intl Airport, also commonly referred to as Auckland or Auckland Intl. The airport code is AKL.

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  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Auckland?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Auckland up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • How many direct flights to Auckland are there each week?

    Each week there are around 959 direct flights from within South Africa to Auckland. The most common day for departures is Friday, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Auckland

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from South Africa to Auckland

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Auckland. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from South Africa to Auckland. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3462 reviews
8.2Entertainment
7.9Food
8.3Crew
8.0Comfort
8.1Boarding
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The main issue was that the flight from trivandrum to Dubai was delayed which resulted in arriving late in Dubai. Coincidentally the flight leaving out of Dubai to jfk was also delayed for different reason. Despite we reached the gate ( through wheel chair assistance) along with 10 other passengers we were not let in. The gate was open and yet was refrained from entering. We were then requested to flight the next morning. Meal vouchers were provided but the hotel reservations were not made and took a lot longer to receive that. If Emirates knew about the delay and was certain the passengers will not be able to board the next flight shouldn't they have prepared these ahead of time?

2.0 MediocreJagannath, Dec 2025
TRV - DXB
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The main issue was that the flight from trivandrum to Dubai was delayed which resulted in arriving late in Dubai. Coincidentally the flight leaving out of Dubai to jfk was also delayed for different reason. Despite we reached the gate ( through wheel chair assistance) along with 10 other passengers we were not let in. The gate was open and yet was refrained from entering. We were then requested to flight the next morning. Meal vouchers were provided but the hotel reservations were not made and took a lot longer to receive that. If Emirates knew about the delay and was certain the passengers will not be able to board the next flight shouldn't they have prepared these ahead of time?

There is an issue with A380 when it arrives in Munich, because a business class passengers like me have to wait for the first class passengers to disembark, which takes some time while you are also offloading economy passengers this causes an issue at customs where your business class passengers end up behind a large bulk of economy passengers This is a frustration and the early dislocation should be and is supposed to be a benefit of business class

Emirates A380s are always wonderful to fly on. Their crews, food and service are always excellent. They are typically on time and the only thing I would change (maybe newer or upgraded aircraft have this) is bluetooth so I can pair my noise cancelling headphones without a cable.

Love that you can walk directly to your gate from the Emirates Business class lounge, very convenient

Very poor boarding experience with these remote gates and buses. Also these 777s bardy need a remodeling. Entertainment is a bit laggy. Food and crew is still among the better, but they seriously have to do something with these remote gates.

It was delayed for 2 hrs. Flight attendants were not attentive.

We boarded but due to a technical issue we spent 4.5hrs on the ground waiting for the issue to be resolved

The food options were excellent for Economy. It was difficult to find the lounge after clearing security and boarding was clunky

This was my first time flying with Emirates. Overall, the experience was very good. I thought the seats in economy would have been a bit more comfortable, but, they seem to be on par with other airlines. The food was excellent and very satisfying. If you can afford it, I would definitely suggest upgrading to at lest premium economy seats for long haul flights.

We travelled in economy, were very satisfied with the comfort and keg space of the seats. Food was great compared to other airlines, the crew were very helpful and friendly. Since i was travelling with kids, i needed assistance multiple of times. Will be definitely taking long flights with Emirates from now on.

The flight arrived on time. 2×2 seating meant no one needed to sit in the middle. This was a connectibf flight from Singapore and required going to 3 counters in different levels to check a golf bag

toilets could be cleaned more frequently, everything else was pretty good.

The crew was very courteous and professional. the flight is relatively clean and comfortable.

Best service airline. The cabin crew is attentive and friendly. Inflight entertainment system is good

I have difficulties to book wheelchair for my parents returned flight

I was in a middle seat where I felt a bit too cramped otherwise the trip was good

Airline should consider adding a small meal at the last leg of the flight, right now there is 7 hours of no meal break.

The business class seats were very uncomfortable. When in lie flat position my legs were very restricted.

The staff on the plane were attentive and friendly. The frustration with the cabin crew was that we were served second to special diet people. And, we were in economy section. The boarding staff was mediocre. Got scolded for requesting to sit with spouse on 14 hours long flight home. Was told they cannot break up families for us. Didn’t understand how we were denied sitting together as we are husband and wife. After many words of exchange, we were accommodated. Cleaning crew did a horrible job! Bathrooms were unsanitary or dirty from beginning of flight! Didn’t expect sparkling as its economy, but did except decent.

The food wasn’t good at all. I skipped meals .

The bed was alright in business class. Food variety and quality were not up to the mark compared to the business class airfare.

Great service from crews and delicious dishes, snacks and drinks. Egg tarts and local dimsum are delicious.

Trip was fine. My only complaint was that when the passenger in front of me reclined her seat (which was, in essence, the whole flight except landing and take-off,) it was uncomfortably claustrophobic for me and very difficult for my husband to get in and out of his window seat. Also uncomfortable to watch the entertainment because the screen was right in your face.

There were delays at boarding and landing. These events resulted in a tight transfer time in HK. Poor signage for transfers. Finally, lost luggage at final destination.

Overall, not good. Super late boarding in Hong Kong because some last minute issue with a plane. The boarding process is chaotic. Kathy Pacific should seek to do better with punctual departure time. Caused a lot of trouble with missed connecting flight.

The morning in Hong Kong was ridiculous. Very chaotic. The flight was delayed. Missed connecting flights. Kathy should be more competent in getting the planes ready ahead of time so that flights can depart on time.. totally ridiculous and unnecessary. Very poor performance.

Flew from lax economy on cathay 777. Seat configuration 3-4-3. When the forward seat reclines it feels like someone is leaning forward and staring you. If you are slightly big tray tables will touch your abdomen even with seats upright. AVOID this above 777 configuration at all cost for a long flight. However their Airbus 350 3-3-3 configuration felt spacious and Seats wider.

Leg room wasn't that great. Other than that it was a good flight

Seats in the absolute back row of the plane even though we booked ages ago :( Crew was awesome though

Great entertainment system, the seat is a bit old style needs refurbishment

Couldn't access entertainment on app as said in an email

After already paying for excess luggage prior to flight, i was advised AT check in that i had to pay $816 or forfeit my flight! The lady at the counter was SO rude and had already started offboarding me when i said i would pay it after asking her three times for the exact amount! Have lodged a formal complaint yet heard nothing. Will not ever travel via Qantas again

No internet on flight, which makes log travels really hard.

Not great. The inflight entertainment was all on an app, and I did not want to watch a film on my phone. Also, the range of options of films was limited.

by the time they got to our row, they were out of some of the food options. games and movies were great but maybe more game options like tetris or pac man would be great

Great as usual, some delays but well communicated and made up for in the air

Business class points redemption - good value for points paid, dubious value if out of your own pocket, domestic class business product okay for this length of flight. The flight left and arrived on time, crew were good, aircraft was a bit old and tired, but still miles ahead of their competitors in Virgin and Jetstar.

Airline running better than post Covid, proper boarding process now implemented, some aircraft feeling a bit old and tired, crew fine, online experience better.

Five hour flight instead of four hours due to westerly headwinds which wasn’t the fault of Qantas !

Inflight entertainment, poor that there are no headrest screens on aircraft used for an international flight.

Boarded almost 48 hrs later after a scheduling change on my initial flight that was not communicated either by kayak of SAA.

I had booked a ticket for a 6:40 am departure in July 2025, but it appears there was a change to 8;00 am, which meant I missed my connecting flight which departed 10 m minutes before I landed. I had seen this problem only the previous day and try to resolve it with South African air, but they are very uncooperative on the phone. All they could say was all flights were fully booked and I ended up buying paying $2,000+ to secure a ticket for my family to ensure we got out of South Africa by Monday, which am currently pursuing with the airline.

Excellent airline. Even with 1.5 hour flight, we got light meal on board

South African Airways on the outside, a very old shabby Qatar Airways plane on the inside

The food options were beef or veg, No alternatives for Hindus, that don't eat beef...

Flight was on time Seats ( business class) are terrible- you keep on slipping down as it doesn’t lie flat Food service is like economy class. Meals ( still wrapped in plastic) are just dropped in front of you

On time flight; otherwise not impressed by the check- in- purchased business class and the aircraft was downgraded; no refund given for the difference. Told I could access the lounge due to the above and was questioned by the lounge check- in person who was not friendly

Flight was cancelled with no notification until I reached the check-in desk at the airport. I also got downgraded and they lost my luggage.

Very bad. Linda the hostess was very rude all the time

Very bad, Linda the hostess was very rude all the time

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