Flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Mount Isa Airport (ISA): what you need to know
Give yourself enough time to make your AKL to ISA flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Auckland Airport to Mount Isa Airport. Many travellers pass through Brisbane Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Mount Isa Airport (ISA)
$616 is currently the best price for a one-way Auckland Airport to Mount Isa Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,197. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from AKL to ISA if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Auckland Airport to Mount Isa Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from AKL to ISA.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Auckland Airport to Mount Isa Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
69.31% of flights that depart Auckland Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Auckland to Auckland Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near AKL? If you've booked an early flight from Auckland Airport to Mount Isa Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Mount Isa Airport (ISA)
Consider booking a hotel near ISA if you're on a late Auckland Airport to Mount Isa Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Mount Isa Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Budget or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Mount Isa and beyond.
To lock in the best rate, reserve your ride from Mount Isa Airport several weeks in advance. Prices typically increase as your departure date approaches.
Getting from Mount Isa Airport (ISA) to central Mount Isa
Mount Isa Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Mount Isa. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
When to fly to Mount Isa Airport (ISA)
The quietest month for a flight from Auckland Airport to Mount Isa Airport is February, while January is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Mount Isa based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Mount Isa is December, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 38ºC. Lock in your flights from Auckland Airport to Mount Isa Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 10ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap tickets from AKL to ISA sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Australia
Cloncurry is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Mount Isa. Around 105 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include John Flynn Place Museum & Fred McKay Art Gallery, Cloncurry District Court and Dr David Harvey-Sutton Gallery.
Around 386 kilometres north-east of Mount Isa, Normanton is another essential stop in Australia. No visit is complete without checking out Krys the Crocodile, The Big Barra and Sweers Island.
