What percentage of Auckland to Invercargill flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 50.1% of flights from Auckland to Invercargill were direct. This means that about half of the available flights on this route do not require any stopovers. For flights that do include connections, the median number of stopovers was 1. Travelers have a relatively even chance of finding either a direct or a connecting flight for this route.

How long does it take to fly from Auckland to Invercargill?

The typical direct flight from Auckland to Invercargill has a median duration of 2 hours and 5 minutes, covering a distance of 1175 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases to 4 hours and 50 minutes. Travelers should factor in these durations when planning their journey, with direct flights offering a considerably shorter travel experience.

How often do cheap flights from Auckland to Invercargill come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Auckland to Invercargill are considered frequent. This indicates that travelers have regular opportunities to find economical fares for this route. The consistent availability of deals suggests that with some flexibility, finding a budget-friendly option is often achievable. This route is one of the more frequently discounted destinations.

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Auckland to Invercargill: Overview

Insights for flights from Auckland to Invercargill

Flights from Auckland to Invercargill cover a distance of 1175 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. Right now, fares to Invercargill skew cheaper, with prices below the typical level. Recent cheap flights from Auckland to Invercargill typically range from $124–$219, with a median of $162. Approximately 11% of recent fares were considered a good price.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Auckland to Invercargill? The data indicates that February is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $94. Following closely are November and September, both offering median fares of $110. Planning your trip during these months could result in more budget-friendly travel.

Regarding direct flights from Auckland to Invercargill, a meaningful share are non-stop, while the rest connect once. Specifically, 50.1% of recent itineraries were direct. For those flights that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

How long is the flight from Auckland to Invercargill? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 2h 5m. This median duration accounts for both direct and connecting itineraries, providing a realistic expectation for your travel time.

How much is a round trip from Auckland to Invercargill

Regular price: NZ$362 - NZ$2,062

Prices for flights from Auckland to Invercargill are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Auckland to Invercargill is NZD 362 to NZD 2062. The current lowest deal is NZD 293 with Air New Zealand for travel from Jan 19-Feb 1.

now NZ$293

Low NZ$362

High NZ$2,062

The cheapest time to fly from Auckland to Invercargill

The cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Invercargill is February, with a median price of $94. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $305. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from NZ$94

March

Most Expensive

Flights from NZ$305

Jan

Feb

Mar

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May

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Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Auckland to Invercargill

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Last-minute flights going from Auckland to Invercargill

Sun, Aug 16

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AKL - Invercargill

Auckland (AKL) - Invercargill (IVC)

Air New Zealand

NZ$528

NZ$554

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Invercargill

Auckland (AKL) - Invercargill (IVC)

Jetstar

NZ$526

NZ$399

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Invercargill

Auckland (AKL) - Invercargill (IVC)

Jetstar

NZ$519

NZ$474

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

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Auckland (AKL) - Invercargill (IVC)

Jetstar

NZ$524

NZ$466

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Invercargill

Auckland (AKL) - Invercargill (IVC)

Air New Zealand

NZ$359

NZ$316

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Invercargill

Auckland (AKL) - Invercargill (IVC)

Jetstar

NZ$543

NZ$479

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Auckland to Invercargill

2 nights

Dec 26 - Dec 28

NZ$782 → NZ$450

42%

26 nights

Dec 20 - Jan 15

NZ$729 → NZ$421

42%

21 nights

Dec 20 - Jan 10

NZ$727 → NZ$472

35%

6 nights

Jan 26 - Feb 1

NZ$545 → NZ$302

45%

Popular Airports to fly from Auckland to Invercargill

Auckland - Invercargill route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Auckland to Invercargill are below the typical level at $293.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $94

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Invercargill at $94.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 5m

Direct flights from Auckland to Invercargill typically take 2 hours and 5 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

50% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 50.1% of flights on this route are direct, with frequent deals available.

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Air New Zealand offers direct flights

Air New Zealand provides direct flights from Auckland to Invercargill.

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Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Auckland to Invercargill are frequent, appearing often.

Auckland main airports to depart from

Auckland (AKL)

Cheapest

Auckland Airport (AKL) is a convenient departure point for flights to Invercargill.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$276

Invercargill main airports to arrive at

Invercargill (IVC)

Cheapest

Fly into Invercargill Airport for direct access to Invercargill and the Southland region.

📍 ~3 km from Invercargill (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$276

Airports nearby Invercargill used as alternative

Dunedin (DUD)

Dunedin Airport offers more frequent domestic connections and is a close alternative to Invercargill.

📍 ~180 km from Invercargill (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$155

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Invercargill

Historically, the best prices for flights from Auckland to Invercargill are found when booking 60+ days in advance, with an average price of $136. Booking within 28-59 days typically sees an average price of $165. For those booking closer to departure, flights within 0-6 days of travel average around $215, while 7-13 days out average $208. Planning ahead by at least two months generally yields the most significant savings.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Auckland to Invercargill is considered to be $124 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $162. Prices tend to increase significantly for flights above the median, with 75% of prices observed being $219 or less. Therefore, aiming for fares at or below $124 is advisable for travelers seeking the most economical options.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Auckland to Invercargill include February, November, and September. February typically sees a median price of $94, while both November and September have a median price of $110. These months offer prices significantly lower than the annual median of $162. Travelers looking for the most economical options should consider these periods for their journeys.

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Auckland to Invercargill: Overview

Insights for flights from Auckland to Invercargill

How much is a round trip from Auckland to Invercargill

Regular price: NZ$362 - NZ$2,062

Prices for flights from Auckland to Invercargill are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Auckland to Invercargill is NZD 362 to NZD 2062. The current lowest deal is NZD 293 with Air New Zealand for travel from Jan 19-Feb 1.

now NZ$293

Low NZ$362

High NZ$2,062

The cheapest time to fly from Auckland to Invercargill

February

Cheapest

Flights from NZ$94

March

Most Expensive

Flights from NZ$305

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Auckland to Invercargill

Air New Zealand

Last-minute flights going from Auckland to Invercargill

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Invercargill

Auckland (AKL) - Invercargill (IVC)

Air New Zealand

NZ$528

NZ$554

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Invercargill

Auckland (AKL) - Invercargill (IVC)

Jetstar

NZ$526

NZ$399

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Invercargill

Auckland (AKL) - Invercargill (IVC)

Jetstar

NZ$519

NZ$474

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Invercargill

Auckland (AKL) - Invercargill (IVC)

Jetstar

NZ$524

NZ$466

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Invercargill

Auckland (AKL) - Invercargill (IVC)

Air New Zealand

NZ$359

NZ$316

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Invercargill

Auckland (AKL) - Invercargill (IVC)

Jetstar

NZ$543

NZ$479

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Auckland to Invercargill

2 nights

Dec 26 - Dec 28

NZ$782 → NZ$450

42%

26 nights

Dec 20 - Jan 15

NZ$729 → NZ$421

42%

21 nights

Dec 20 - Jan 10

NZ$727 → NZ$472

35%

6 nights

Jan 26 - Feb 1

NZ$545 → NZ$302

45%

Popular Airports to fly from Auckland to Invercargill