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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 2,039
Typical prices: C$ 1,534-C$ 2,055
Qatar Airways
Wed 14/11Wed 28/11
AKL - DXB • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 2,107
Typical prices: C$ 1,901-C$ 2,193
Emirates
Wed 14/11Wed 28/11
AKL - DXB • Direct
Direct flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Emirates. Average duration is 17h 10m
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Avoid delays
Emirates
Most punctual • 90% on-time
Evening
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
11 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 25% price drop
January
Most popular
Good to know
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Top layover airports
Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 948 (round-trip)
Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD)
Shortest trip • 19h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Auckland to Dubai (AKL-DXB)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Auckland to Dubai

Sat, 14 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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5:45 p.m. - 10:25 a.m.AKL  Auckland Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
25h 40m2 stops Adelaide Doha Hamad Intl
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1:10 p.m. - 12:25 a.m.DXB  Dubai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
26h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Adelaide
C$ 2,039Qatar Airways
Sun, 22 Nov - Fri, 19 Feb
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6:40 a.m. - 5:20 a.m.AKL  Auckland Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
31h 40m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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10:30 p.m. - 12:25 a.m.DXB  Dubai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
40h 55m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Sydney Kingsford Smith
C$ 2,042Emirates
Tue, 10 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov
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6:00 a.m. - 5:20 a.m.AKL  Auckland Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
32h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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10:00 a.m. - 12:05 a.m.DXB  Dubai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
29h 05m1 stop Melbourne
C$ 2,064Emirates
Fri, 12 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb
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6:00 a.m. - 4:55 a.m.AKL  Auckland Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
31h 55m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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10:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.DXB  Dubai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
24h 30m1 stop Melbourne
C$ 2,071Emirates
Sat, 14 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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6:00 a.m. - 4:35 a.m.AKL  Auckland Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
31h 35m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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10:15 a.m. - 12:25 a.m.DXB  Dubai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
29h 10m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
C$ 2,074Emirates
Tue, 10 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov
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6:00 a.m. - 4:10 a.m.AKL  Auckland Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
31h 10m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi
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10:00 a.m. - 12:05 a.m.DXB  Dubai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
29h 05m1 stop Melbourne
C$ 2,081Emirates
Sat, 14 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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9:05 p.m. - 5:15 a.m.AKL  Auckland Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
17h 10mdirect
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10:20 a.m. - 12:45 a.m.DXB  Dubai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
29h 25m1 stop Brisbane
C$ 2,107Emirates
Sat, 28 Nov - Fri, 25 Dec
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1:25 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.AKL  Auckland Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
25h 35m2 stops Melbourne Singapore Changi
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10:05 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.DXB  Dubai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
16h 10mdirect
C$ 2,110Emirates
Sat, 14 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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9:05 p.m. - 5:15 a.m.AKL  Auckland Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
17h 10mdirect
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10:20 a.m. - 12:45 a.m.DXB  Dubai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
29h 25m1 stop Brisbane
C$ 2,111Emirates
Sat, 14 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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1:25 p.m. - 5:40 a.m.AKL  Auckland Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
25h 15m1 stop Melbourne
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10:05 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.DXB  Dubai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
16h 10mdirect
C$ 2,116Emirates
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Auckland to Dubai flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Auckland to Dubai?

Round-trip flights from Auckland to Dubai typically range from C$ 1,534 to C$ 2,055. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 2,039, on Qatar Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Dubai?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Dubai. It's 5% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Dubai?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Dubai at C$ 1,389 round-trip.
•October (C$ 2,039) and September (C$ 2,004) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 46% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Auckland to Dubai the cheapest?

Flights from Auckland to Dubai are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Auckland to Dubai

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on AKL

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on DXB

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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Key details for Auckland to Dubai flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

C$ 1,064
Beat the crowds with an average 52% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 69% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Auckland to Dubai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Auckland to Dubai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Auckland to Dubai flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Auckland to Dubai?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Auckland to Dubai:

    • Earliest: departs at 9:05 pm and lands at 2:15 pm
    • Latest: departs at 9:05 pm and lands at 2:15 pm.

    The flight takes about 17h 10m.

  • How long does a flight from Auckland to Dubai take?

    A direct flight from Auckland to Dubai takes 17h 10m, covering 22,836 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Auckland to Dubai?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Auckland to Dubai flight?

    Round-trip flights from Auckland to Dubai range from C$ 1,534 to C$ 2,055, with an average of C$ 1,860 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,534 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Auckland to Dubai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 9% above the C$ 1,860 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Auckland to Dubai?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 948 round-trip via Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU), compared to C$ 2,022 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Auckland to Dubai?

    Emirates is the only airline operating Auckland to Dubai flights. 90% of its flights are on time.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Auckland to Dubai?

    The Airbus A380-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Emirates. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A350-900 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Auckland to Dubai spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on Auckland to Dubai flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Evening flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Auckland to Dubai changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 2,039 to C$ 16,431. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Auckland to Dubai looking right now?

    One-way fares from Auckland to Dubai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 2,167, which is 106% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Dubai Intl Airport (DXB)?

    Dubai Intl Airport (DXB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 37 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Autostrad Rent A Car
    • AMEX
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Auckland to Dubai?

    Flights from Auckland to Dubai usually depart from Auckland Intl (AKL) and arrive at Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Auckland to Dubai?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Auckland to Dubai?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Auckland to Dubai route, 10% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 35m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Auckland to Dubai pass through?

    One-stop flights from Auckland to Dubai most commonly connect through:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 64% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Beijing Capital (PEK) – 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Auckland to Dubai?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 9% on flights from Auckland to Dubai. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,772 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at C$ 1,938, a difference of C$ 166.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Auckland to Dubai?

    Only Emirates operates flights between Auckland and Dubai.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Auckland to Dubai?

    Flying via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 19h 49m, compared with 20h 25m via Brisbane (BNE) and 21h 02m via Melbourne (MEL).

  • What is the time difference between Auckland and Dubai?

    Dubai is 9 hours behind Auckland (Gulf Time vs New Zealand Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Dubai?

    Some of the most popular sights in Dubai are Burj Khalifa, Gold Souq, and Dubai Mall. These are among the most viewed places in Dubai on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Auckland to Dubai flights?

    Among airlines operating Auckland to Dubai flights:

    • Emirates: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Auckland to Dubai flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Emirates: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Auckland to Dubai flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average C$ 1,772, about C$ 166 less than Saturday fares (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Auckland to Dubai trip for February. Fares historically average C$ 1,389 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 649 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Chengdu Tianfu Intl Airport (TFU) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 948 round-trip on this route – about C$ 1,074 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Dubai Intl Airport.

    • Premier Inn Dubai International Airport
    • Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
    • Mövenpick Grand Al Bustan Dubai

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Dubai Intl to Auckland Intl

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