What percentage of Gisborne to Auckland flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 31.2% of flights from Gisborne to Auckland have been direct. For journeys involving connections, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes include at least one stop.

How long is the flight from Gisborne to Auckland?

The direct flight from Gisborne to Auckland typically takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes, covering a distance of 335 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes for this journey.

Should I set a price alert for Gisborne to Auckland flights?

Yes, setting a price alert for flights from Gisborne to Auckland is recommended. Historically, deals for this route are classified as frequent, meaning price fluctuations and opportunities for savings occur regularly. This pattern has been observed over a 30-day period, suggesting that alerts can help travelers identify favorable pricing.

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2027-01-14 – 2027-01-21
GIS - Auckland
47% AI deal score
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Gisborne to Auckland: Overview

Insights for flights from Gisborne to Auckland

A typical journey from Gisborne to Auckland, including connections, takes about 1h 10m. Given that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stopover, this median duration reflects the overall travel experience. For connecting flights specifically, the median journey time extends to 4h 30m, while direct flights from Gisborne to Auckland have a median duration of 1h 10m.

When considering cheap flights from Gisborne to Auckland, prices typically range from $179–$388, with a median fare of $288. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. Only 8% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding deals might require some flexibility. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to monitor price changes.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Gisborne to Auckland, January stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $62. Following closely, August offers a median fare of $82, and February presents another cost-effective option with a median of $89. These months represent the best opportunities for securing lower prices on this route.

For flights from Gisborne to Auckland, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 31.2% of recent fares being non-stop. When a connection is necessary, travelers typically encounter 2 stopovers. This means that while direct options are available, a significant portion of the market involves connecting flights, which can influence overall travel time and convenience.

The route from Gisborne to Auckland covers a distance of 335 kilometers. This classifies it as a short-haul journey, meaning flights are generally brief and designed for quick travel between the two cities.

How much is a round trip from Gisborne to Auckland

Regular price: NZ$204 - NZ$659

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

The regular price range for flights from Gisborne to Auckland is NZD204 to NZD659. The current lowest deal is NZD200 with Air New Zealand for travel from Dec 8-Dec 15.

now NZ$200

Low NZ$204

High NZ$659

The cheapest time to fly from Gisborne to Auckland

The cheapest month to fly from Gisborne to Auckland is March, with a median price of $94. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of $332. Prices are generally lower from January to July.

March

Cheapest

Flights from NZ$94

September

Most Expensive

Flights from NZ$332

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Direct flights from Gisborne to Auckland

Air New Zealand

Last-minute flights going from Gisborne to Auckland

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

GIS - Auckland

Gisborne (GIS) - Auckland (AKL)

Air New Zealand

NZ$382

NZ$460

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

GIS - Auckland

Gisborne (GIS) - Auckland (AKL)

Air New Zealand

NZ$385

NZ$520

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

GIS - Auckland

Gisborne (GIS) - Auckland (AKL)

Air New Zealand

NZ$384

NZ$456

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

GIS - Auckland

Gisborne (GIS) - Auckland (AKL)

Air New Zealand

NZ$387

NZ$456

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

GIS - Auckland

Gisborne (GIS) - Auckland (AKL)

Air New Zealand

NZ$383

NZ$456

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

GIS - Auckland

Gisborne (GIS) - Auckland (AKL)

Air New Zealand

NZ$379

NZ$406

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 11 - Sep 13

NZ$458 → NZ$358

22%

4 nights

Dec 22 - Dec 26

NZ$463 → NZ$378

18%

1 night

Sep 19 - Sep 20

NZ$450 → NZ$370

18%

7 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 15

NZ$269 → NZ$200

26%

Popular Airports to fly from Gisborne to Auckland

Gisborne - Auckland route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Gisborne to Auckland are above the typical level, with 8% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the best prices

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $94.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 10m

Direct flights typically take 1h 10m, while connecting flights average 4h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Air New Zealand offers direct flights

Air New Zealand is available for direct flights from Gisborne to Auckland.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air New Zealand has a $200 deal

Air New Zealand offers a deal for $200 from December 8-December 15.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights on this route are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Gisborne main airports to depart from

Gisborne (GIS)

Cheapest

Gisborne Airport (GIS) is a convenient departure point for flights to Auckland.

📍 ~4 km from Gisborne (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$198

Auckland main airports to arrive at

Auckland (AKL)

Cheapest

Auckland Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from Gisborne to Auckland.

📍 ~18 km from Auckland (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$198

Airports nearby Auckland used as alternative

Hamilton (HLZ)

Hamilton Airport is a premier alternative due to its proximity and superior road links to Auckland.

📍 ~120 km from Auckland (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$497

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Auckland

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Auckland, New Zealand

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Auckland

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Gisborne to Auckland is typically 28-59 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is around $115. Booking too close to departure, such as 0-6 days out, can see average prices rise to $304. Conversely, booking more than 60 days in advance also tends to be more expensive, with an average price of $284.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Gisborne to Auckland is considered to be $179 or less. The median price for this route has been $288. Prices can go higher, with 75% of fares being $388 or less. These figures are based on observations over a 90-day period.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Gisborne to Auckland, with a median price of $62. August and February also offer competitive prices, with median fares of $82 and $89 respectively. The annual median price for this route is $288, indicating that certain months offer significant savings. These insights are based on data collected over a 270-day period.

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Gisborne to Auckland: Overview

Insights for flights from Gisborne to Auckland

How much is a round trip from Gisborne to Auckland

Regular price: NZ$204 - NZ$659

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

The regular price range for flights from Gisborne to Auckland is NZD204 to NZD659. The current lowest deal is NZD200 with Air New Zealand for travel from Dec 8-Dec 15.

now NZ$200

Low NZ$204

High NZ$659

The cheapest time to fly from Gisborne to Auckland

March

Cheapest

Flights from NZ$94

September

Most Expensive

Flights from NZ$332

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