Flying from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
Around 15 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Hamad International Airport to Auckland Airport.
Auckland is ten hours ahead of Doha and is in the UTC+13 timezone.
Choose from nine weekly Hamad International Airport to Auckland Airport flights. The 01:40 departure with Qatar Airways is the earliest available. Qatar Airways operates the latest service of the day at 03:50.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DOH to AKL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Auckland (and then seeing more of New Zealand!) is a breeze with Qatar Airways. This popular airline has direct flights from Hamad International Airport to Auckland Airport.
Qatar Airways is the airline most travelers choose to fly with on this route.
Among carriers operating DOH to AKL flights, Qatar Airways has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hamad International Airport to Auckland Airport. These are the top stopovers between DOH and AKL:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Auckland Airport (AKL)
At the moment, $525 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Hamad International Airport to Auckland Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,348. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To secure cheap tickets from DOH to AKL, reserve your journey nine months before your departure date.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Hamad International Airport to Auckland Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from DOH to AKL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Hamad International Airport to Auckland Airport.
Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Hamad International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 83.59% of flights that take off from DOH arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To get to Hamad International Airport from central Doha, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
You can expect a trip time of around 40 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Auckland Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near DOH:
Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)
Consider booking a hotel close to AKL if you're catching a late Hamad International Airport to Auckland Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Auckland Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Auto-Union, Yes rentals or Bargain Rental Cars and see more of Auckland and beyond.
Booking your ride from Auckland Airport about four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
From Auckland Airport, Auckland is approximately 27 kilometers away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the center by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Hamad International Airport to Auckland Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Auckland in April.
When booking your flight from Hamad International Airport to Auckland Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Auckland, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from DOH to AKL in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of New Zealand
Auckland has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of New Zealand you'll want to see. About 499 kilometers south of Auckland, a visit to Wellington will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
Manukau City is another well-known destination in New Zealand and is around 18 kilometers south-east of Auckland. No journey is complete without seeing Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church.