A Travel Price Comparison for New Zealand Kaikoura vs. Auckland for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

• Kaikoura Prices
  New Zealand Prices
  Auckland Prices
  New Zealand Prices
• Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
  Kaikoura $118
  Auckland $122

The average daily cost (per person) in Kaikoura is $118, while the average daily cost in Auckland is $122. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each city. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Kaikoura and Auckland in more detail.

Accommodation

• Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
  Kaikoura $42
  Auckland $77
• Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
  Kaikoura $84
  Auckland $154

Compare Hotels in Kaikoura and Auckland

Looking for a hotel in Kaikoura or Auckland? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.

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Local Transportation

• Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
  Kaikoura $15
  Auckland $14

Typical Local Transportation prices in Auckland

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Auckland:

• Bus from Airport
  $10
• Airport Shuttle
  $16

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Auckland

Also for Auckland, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

• Arrival Transfer: Auckland Airport to Auckland Central City Centre: $21
• Auckland Airport: Express Bus Transfer to Auckland City: $23
• Private Airport Transfer: from Auckland to Auckland Airport (AKL): $27
• Private Airport Transfer: Auckland Airport (AKL) to Auckland: $27
• Private 1-Way Transfer to/from Airport: $31
• Private Transfer From Auckland City To Auckland Airport: $41
• Private Transfer From Auckland International Airport To Auckland City: $44
• Private Transfer From Auckland Domestic Airport To Auckland City: $44
• Private 1-Way Transfer to/from the Airport: $66
• Departure Private Transfer Auckland City to Auckland Airport AKL by Sedan Car: $68
• Auckland Airport transfers: $70
• Auckland Airport (AKL) Private Transfer: $71

Is it cheaper to fly into Kaikoura or Auckland?

Prices for flights to both Auckland and Kaikoura change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.

Food

• Food Meals for one day
  Kaikoura $33
  Auckland $23

Typical Food prices in Auckland

For Auckland, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:

• Breakfast
  $5.19

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Auckland

For Auckland, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

• Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner: $107

Entertainment

• Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
  Kaikoura $133
  Auckland $24

Tours and Activities in Kaikoura

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kaikoura are as follows:

• 30-Minute Whale Watching Helicopter Tour: $269
• Guided Family Kayaking Adventure: $89
• Half-Day Wildlife Kayaking Tour: $85
• Sunset Kayaking Tour: $89
• Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura: $70
• Private Wildlife Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura: $178
• Seal Swimming Tour from Kaikoura: $89
• Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura: $89

Typical Entertainment prices in Auckland

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Auckland's activities, tours, and tickets:

• Auckland Sky Tour (for 2)
  $36
• Waiheke Island Tour (for 2)
  $131

Tours and Activities in Auckland

For Auckland, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

• Auckland Self Guided Audio Tour: $12
• Maritime Museum Entry Ticket: $14
• Hīkoi To Britomart Māori Art Walking Tour: $17
• Odyssey Sensory Maze Entrance Ticket: $18
• Vibrosaun Therapy Experience: $19
• The Hunt for the Missing Monarch - An Auckland Adventure: $30
• Clue Zealand - The Hunt for the Missing Monarch - An Auckland Adventure: $31
• Escape Game Adventure: $34
• Axe Throwing - 2 hour experience: $37
• All Blacks Experience: Interactive Guided Tour: $37
• Auckland City Self Guided Bike tour: $37
• Auckland Welcome Tour: Private Tour with a Local: $38

Alcohol

• Alcohol Drinks for one day
  Kaikoura -
  Auckland $12

Sample the Local Flavors in Auckland

Also in Auckland, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

• Tour and Tastings in an Urban Craft Beer Brewery: $23
• Wild West Coast & Black Sand Beach Tour incl Craft Beer Brewery Lunch & Tasting: $100
• Premium Full Day Waiheke Wine Tour: $125
• Small-Group Wine Tasting Experience on Waiheke Island: $131
• Waiheke Island Premium Food & Wine Tour with Platter Lunch: $146
• Waiheke Island: Afternoon Small Group Wine Tour with Lunch: $157
• The Essence of Waiheke Wine Tour: $157
• Full-Day Waiheke Island Food and Wine Tour: $165
• Matakana: Full-Day Food and Wine Tour: $169
• The Afternoon Artisan Food and Wine Tour: $169
• Auckland Shore Excursion: City Sightseeing, Harbour Cruise and Waiheke Island Wine Tasting: $171
• Small-Group Kumeu Wine Country Tour Includes Wine Tastings & Lunch: $189