Discover Kerikeri

Immerse yourself in history and Māori culture, explore beautiful islands and enjoy the fresh flavours of New Zealand's sub-tropical north.

About our flights to Kerikeri

Air New Zealand operates daily non-stop flights to Kerikeri from Auckland, with connections across the New Zealand domestic network. With all our New Zealand domestic airfares you can choose seat, seat+bag, flexichange or flexirefund fare types. Flexichange gives you the flexibility to change your flight with no change fees while flexirefund is fully refundable. Find out more about our New Zealand domestic seat options.

Kerikeri and the Bay of Islands are home to some of Aotearoa New Zealand's most historically and culturally significant sites.

Where to go and what to see in Kerikeri and the Bay of Islands

Northland's comfortable sub-tropical climate makes it easy to enjoy outdoor adventures at any time of the year. It also means there's a wealth of fresh local produce and award-winning wines to discover. It's no surprise that this is where early European traders were welcomed by local Maori and chose to settle, leading to the birth of New Zealand as a nation under the Treaty of Waitangi.

Culture and history

Waitangi Treaty Grounds is one of New Zealand's premier attractions. Apart from wandering the extensive grounds and enjoying sea views, you can explore an excellent museum, watch authentic Maori cultural performances, see beautifully carved Maori meeting houses and be awed by a large traditional waka (canoe). A day pass gives you access to everything this important historic site has to offer.

A short ferry ride from Paihia takes you to the historic settlement of Russell. Once a lawless port frequented by traders and whalers, it eventually became an elegant colonial town. You'll be transported back in time as you wander the seaside streets with their charming cafés and boutiques set in many of the original historic buildings.

Essential information

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Best time to go

Kerikeri and the Far North have a subtropical oceanic climate with warm humid summers and mild wet winters. For forest hikes and general sightseeing, any season is good. If you want to enjoy water activities, summer and autumn are best; if you love fresh local food, choose spring. 

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How much will it cost?

Not including air travel and hotels, you should allow about NZD $100 to $150 a day per person for food and entertainment.

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Visas

You might need a visa to holiday in New Zealand, depending on where you're from and how long you're staying. See the visa-waiver list.

Cheap flights to Kerikeri, Bay of Islands

Flight route

Auckland (AKL) to Kerikeri, Bay of Islands (KKE)

Flight time*

50m

Stops**

Non-stop

Days

M,T,W,T,F,S,S

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*Flight times are based on the fastest route available.
**Indirect flights may also be available for this route.

Bay of Islands image courtesy of Northland Inc