Cheap flights to Austin

How long is the flight to Austin?

When booking flight deals from Auckland, New Zealand, to Austin, USA, you will find flight times that vary greatly. You can reach the city in approximately 19h with one-stop flights or 29h with two-stop flights. There are also three-stop Austin flight deals that will see you reaching Texas in around 47-63h. Shorter flight deals with fewer stops are more successfully booked in advance. You will depart from Auckland Airport (AKL) and arrive at Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) when you book an Austin flight deal.

Are there direct flights to Austin?

Unfortunately, there are no direct flight deals to Austin, Texas; all flights include between one and three layover cities. Many airline carriers service this route. There are Austin flight deals with Air New Zealand that stop in San Francisco for a total flight time of about 19h, and Qantas Airways stops in LA with a total flight time of around 20h. Longer flights with Fiji Airways go via Nadi and San Francisco for a total of about 29h, and Emirates with Alaska Airlines go via Kuala Lumpur, Dubai and San Francisco for a roughly 48h flying time.

How do you get from Austin Bergstrom International Airport to the city centre?

Upon arriving in Austin Bergstrom International Airport, Austin, you will be based very close to downtown Austin and can easily reach it with public transportation. The Capital Metro bus service offers a direct trip from the airport, which follows a dedicated route. You can catch the bus at the ABIA lower level and will arrive in the heart of the capital. Uber is a great option and has a standing agreement with the airport to allow collections of passengers at terminals of their choice. Alternatively, Austin taxis are very easy to spot at the Arrivals terminal and can get you downtown efficiently.

What are some of the things to do in Austin?

Flight deals to Austin will put you in the cultural heart of the Texan state and show you a unique side to Texas. Known for its lively arts and culture scene, primarily due to the large number of students, it also boasts some of the most interesting attractions, making it a unique place to visit for holidays, work or study. Despite the urban layout, Austin is surprisingly natural, with reservoirs such as Lady Bird Lake flowing through the city and Congress Avenue Bridge being one of the largest urban bat colonies in the world. Watching millions of bats congregate in the evening to feed on mosquitoes has become a major tourist attraction. McKinney Falls State Park has some of the best waterfalls, too. University of Texas is filled with fantastic heritage attractions, and you can take a trip to Lyndon B Johnson Library and Museum or Bullock Texas State History Museum to enjoy some true American history. Another major tourist attraction is the United States Capitol building. If you really want to experience Austin, take some time to explore downtown and visit the music venues, cafes and bistros that have made the city famous – enjoy blues, country and rock music with good food and a welcoming atmosphere.

Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Austin?

As a New Zealand citizen, you will be granted visa-free access to the US for up to 90 days, provided you obtain an ESTA online prior to arrival. Your passport must also be valid to enter the country.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Austin?

Travellers will need to book flights to Austin Bergstrom (AUS) if they wish to fly to Austin. The Austin airport is 12.0 km from the city centre.