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NSN — AKL
6 Aug — 13 Aug1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Nelson to Auckland Intl are usually found in October or August, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Sunday and return on a Monday
Cheap flight deals from Nelson to Auckland
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nelson (NSN) to Auckland (AKL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 1 August 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nelson to Auckland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 August 2025.
Fri 12/919:00NSN - AKL
Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand
Tue 16/906:45AKL - NSN
Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/8$288
Tue 14/1007:20NSN - AKL
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 16/1014:30AKL - NSN
1 stop5h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7$301
Best flights from Nelson to Auckland
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Nelson to Auckland that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 1 August 2025.
Fri 12/919:00NSN - AKL
Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand
Tue 16/906:45AKL - NSN
Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/8$288
Tue 14/1007:20NSN - AKL
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 16/1014:30AKL - NSN
1 stop5h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7$301
Direct flights from Nelson to Auckland
Explore direct flight options from Nelson to Auckland based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 1 August 2025.
Fri 12/919:00NSN - AKL
Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand
Tue 16/906:45AKL - NSN
Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/8$288
Last-minute flights from Nelson to Auckland
Discover last-minute flight deals from Nelson to Auckland. Data last updated 1 August 2025 and is based on user searches.
Mon 11/817:10NSN - AKL
1 stop5h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 15/806:00AKL - NSN
1 stop8h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7$359
Mon 11/806:45NSN - AKL
Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand
Fri 15/806:45AKL - NSN
Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 31/7$428
One-way flights from Nelson to Auckland
Search for one-way flight options from Nelson to Auckland. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 1 August 2025.
Wed 29/1015:00NSN - AKL
Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 31/7$141
Wed 27/819:45NSN - AKL
1 stop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7$142
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Nelson to Auckland that are best for you.
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Nelson
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Auckland
Route
Departure
Return
Price
NelsonAuckland
NSN - AKL
NSNAKL
Nelson
Fri 12/9
19:00-20:30
Nonstop1h 30m
Auckland Intl
Tue 16/9
06:45-08:15
Nonstop1h 30m
$288
NelsonAuckland
NSN - AKL
NSNAKL
Nelson
Tue 14/10
07:20-08:50
Nonstop1h 30m
Auckland Intl
Thu 16/10
14:30-20:20
1 stop5h 50m
$301
NelsonAuckland
NSN - AKL
NSNAKL
Nelson
Wed 29/10
15:00-16:30
Nonstop1h 30m
$141
NelsonAuckland
NSN - AKL
NSNAKL
Nelson
Wed 27/8
19:45-08:45
1 stop13h 00m
$142
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Deals found on 31/7
Best time to book a flight from Nelson to Auckland
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Nelson to Auckland?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Nelson to Auckland. Price data was last updated on 25 July 2025.
The best time to book flights from Nelson to Auckland is 61 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nelson to Auckland?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson to Auckland (average of $110). Flying from Nelson to Auckland in November is currently the most expensive (average of $188). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NSN to AKL?
Find hourly flight availability from Nelson to Auckland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 1 August 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Nelson to Auckland in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 44% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.
Weekly flight availability from Nelson to Auckland
Explore weekly flight availability from Nelson to Auckland. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 1 August 2025.
The most flights from NSN to AKL are scheduled on a Thursday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Nelson to Auckland?
Share of one-stop return flights from Nelson to Auckland chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Wellington (WLG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 76% of one-stop itineraries from Nelson to Auckland on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Nelson to Auckland?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Nelson to Auckland, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Christchurch (CHC) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $304.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Nelson to Auckland?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Nelson to Auckland, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Wellington (WLG) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 5h 40m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Nelson to Auckland?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Nelson to Auckland, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Wellington (WLG) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 3h 44m.
Reviews of airlines servicing Auckland
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Auckland. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Auckland. Reviews last updated 1 August 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand
from Nelson to Auckland. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Related info for your journey
Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Nelson to Auckland. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
What airports serve Nelson to Auckland flights?
If you are trying to get from Nelson to Auckland city, you have to pass through the Nelson Airport, located 6 km away from the city, and take a flight to Auckland International Airport, the main airport used by international travellers to enter and exit from New Zealand, which sees more footfall than any other airport in the country. Nelson Airport, New Zealand, is the sixth busiest airport in the country and sees over a million visitors per year. On an average, there are more than 300 flights leaving Nelson Airport every week. Nelson Airport offers transportation in the form of local taxis located outside of the terminal front, as well as private buses that can be prearranged. You can get from Auckland Airport to the city by bus, taxi, walking, as well as with the use of taxi apps.
Which airlines fly directly from Nelson to Auckland?
Currently, the only airline offering direct flights between the two cities is Air New Zealand, which has an average of 44 flights that connects the two cities every week. Apart from these, there are international airlines such as Air China, Emirates, Jetstar and American Airlines that provide connecting flights from Wellington and Christchurch. The majority of the flights between these two destinations will land at Auckland International Airport, which currently serves as Air New Zealand’s main airline hub where many of their international flights depart from or stopover in.
What are the stopover options between Nelson to Auckland?
If the direct flying option is unavailable, there are other ways in which one can get from Nelson to Auckland, such as taking a connecting flight to Wellington or Christchurch and either waiting in the airport or using the wait time to explore the surrounding areas, if possible. Jetstar operates from both Wellington and Christchurch and so does Air New Zealand. Originair and Sounds Air both can take you to Wellington, from which other options can be availed. If you opt for a flight that isn’t going directly to Auckland, you’re likely to add roughly between 1h 30min and 5h to your trip. Direct flights are also typically the most affordable when travelling these routes.
Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Nelson to Auckland?
If you are an international traveller flying out of New Zealand through the Auckland International Airport, you would need to carry all the necessary travel documents at all times. For domestic travellers, identifying documents would be required for security clearance, and it is safe to say that a passport, driver’s licence, student ID or birth certificate will be sufficient. Please also be aware of restricted items when travelling. You may not travel with aerosols that are not medicinal or toiletries and they cannot exceed 100 ml. If you have an e-cigarette or something similar, this must be carried on and not put in your checked luggage. You may not use or charge these items on the plane.
What airports do I use to fly from Nelson to Auckland?
To fly from Nelson to Auckland, you need to book a flight from Nelson (NSN) to Auckland Intl (AKL). Nonstop flights to Auckland Intl from Nelson take 1h 30m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 11 outbound flights from Nelson to Auckland Intl offered by 1 airline.
How popular is this Nelson to Auckland flight route?
Within the past month, 1,892 users have taken a look at flights from Nelson to Auckland Intl.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Nelson to Auckland round-trip?
According to our current data, Air New Zealand ($288), offers the cheapest pricing from Nelson to Auckland. Air New Zealand is 20% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the most reliable airlines from Nelson to Auckland?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Nelson to Auckland consider choosing Air New Zealand(68%), Singapore Airlines(66%) or Qantas Airways(65%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from Nelson to Auckland?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $116. While the most popular route (Nelson - Auckland Intl) can be booked for $295 on average our data indicates $3,800 when flying from Nelson to Auckland.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Nelson to Auckland?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Nelson to Auckland by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nelson to Auckland?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson to Auckland (average of $110). Flying from Nelson to Auckland in November is currently the most expensive (average of $188). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
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