Our data shows that November tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Auckland from South Africa. Users have commonly found prices around R17 750 for the month, but tickets can be as low as R14 436. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in May.
When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 58 days in advance, which can save you up to 21% on flights from South Africa to Auckland compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 58 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at R20 801. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from R21 149.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Auckland as you normally would.
Located just 17,9 km from the city centre, Auckland Intl (AKL) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Auckland from South Africa.
Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Qantas Airways are some of the carriers that may have flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for other airlines that may also have this kind of flexibility.
Yes, there are multiple flights from South Africa to Auckland for under R16 000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Qatar Airways for just R15 953, but on average you can expect to pay R17 185.
There are currently 20+ open flights from South Africa to Auckland within the next 7 days for less than R23 600.
This flight path from South Africa to Auckland Intl was viewed by 22 633 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R10 251. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qantas Airways and Singapore Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from South Africa to Auckland for a low price.
The most popular route from South Africa to Auckland is Johannesburg OR Tambo - Auckland Intl. You may also consider Cape Town Intl - Auckland Intl or Durban King Shaka Intl - Auckland Intl.
Consider Air Canada, British Airways or Cathay Pacific when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from South Africa to Auckland.
While on average a flight from South Africa to Auckland is generally R63 197, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R9 756. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Auckland Intl), you can expect to pay R15 953 for that flight.
Information is based on travel restrictions from South Africa to Auckland Intl
Most visitors from South Africa will not be allowed to enter Auckland Intl.
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from South Africa are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Auckland Intl.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from South Africa are not required to quarantine after entering Auckland Intl.
Documents
Managed Isolation Allocation system voucher - Travelers are required to obtain a Managed Isolation Allocation system voucher confirming their place in a managed isolation facility before boarding a flight to New Zealand.
Online Travel Declaration - Complete the Travel Declaration process to obtain a Travel Pass prior to arrival in New Zealand.
Request to Travel Form - Use this form if you have a critical reason to travel to New Zealand while the COVID-19 border restrictions are in place.
Returning to South Africa from Auckland Intl
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Auckland Intl must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 72 hours for RT-PCR (NAAT) and 48 hours for Antigen (quick-test) before departing to South Africa.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Auckland Intl are not required to quarantine after entering South Africa.
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R13 726 | R17 999 | No cancel fee | 68% |
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R14 248 | R19 241 | No cancel fee | 75% |
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R14 863 | R18 814 | No cancel fee | 74% |
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R15 893 | R21 057 | No cancel fee | 72% |
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R16 721 | R21 621 | No cancel fee | 81% |
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R20 361 | R29 660 | No cancel fee | 78% |
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R22 595 | R26 948 | No cancel fee | 75% |
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