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Cheap flights from Auckland to Nelson from $133

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 15/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — NSN
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Auckland Intl to Nelson are usually found in July or June, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Nelson

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) to Nelson (NSN). 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 17 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$286

One-way from

$133

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$345
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 31/10-3/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 6h 35m total
  • Auckland to Nelson
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 15/1
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 35m total
  • Auckland to Nelson
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($51 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Nelson
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Nelson. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 September 2025.

Fri 31/1017:00AKL - NSN
1 stop3h 00mAir New Zealand
Mon 3/1106:40NSN - AKL
1 stop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/9$286
Wed 15/1017:30AKL - NSN
1 stop2h 55mAir New Zealand
Wed 22/1018:25NSN - AKL
1 stop3h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/9$304
Fri 31/1017:00AKL - NSN
1 stop3h 00mAir New Zealand
Sun 2/1111:45NSN - AKL
Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/9$306
Fri 17/1006:25AKL - NSN
1 stop2h 25mAir New Zealand
Tue 21/1006:45NSN - AKL
Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/9$325

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Auckland to Nelson that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 17 September 2025.
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Depart

Return

Price

AucklandNelson

AKL - NSN

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Fri 31/10

17:00-20:00

1 stop3h 00m

Nelson

Mon 3/11

06:40-10:15

1 stop3h 35m

$286

AucklandNelson

AKL - NSN

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Wed 15/10

17:30-20:25

1 stop2h 55m

Nelson

Wed 22/10

18:25-21:25

1 stop3h 00m

$304

AucklandNelson

AKL - NSN

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Fri 31/10

17:00-20:00

1 stop3h 00m

Nelson

Sun 2/11

11:45-13:15

Nonstop1h 30m

$306

AucklandNelson

AKL - NSN

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Sat 18/10

15:00-20:25

1 stop5h 25m

Nelson

Tue 21/10

06:45-08:15

Nonstop1h 30m

$306

AucklandNelson

AKL - NSN

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Fri 17/10

06:25-08:50

1 stop2h 25m

Nelson

Tue 21/10

06:45-08:15

Nonstop1h 30m

$325

AucklandNelson

AKL - NSN

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Thu 15/1

18:00-19:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$133

AucklandNelson

AKL - NSN

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Mon 5/1

17:00-18:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$139

AucklandNelson

AKL - NSN

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Sat 3/1

15:55-17:30

Nonstop1h 35m

$139

AucklandNelson

AKL - NSN

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Wed 31/12

15:20-16:55

Nonstop1h 35m

$139

AucklandNelson

AKL - NSN

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Fri 2/1

12:15-13:50

Nonstop1h 35m

$159

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Auckland to Nelson?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to Nelson. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Auckland to Nelson, you should look to book at least 60 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AKL to NSN?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland to Nelson. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 September 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Auckland to Nelson is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 57% on airfare.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Nelson

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nelson. 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 Nelson. Reviews last updated 17 September 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand from Auckland to Nelson. 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

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 Auckland to Nelson. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Auckland to Nelson?

    Booking a flight from Auckland Intl (AKL) to Nelson (NSN) is your only option if you wish to fly from Auckland to Nelson. On a typical day, there are 15 flights from Auckland Intl to Nelson, all of which are around 1h 30m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 1 airline when you book a flight from Auckland Intl to Nelson.

  • How popular is this Auckland to Nelson flight route?

    Within the past month, 40 users have taken a look at flights from Auckland Intl to Nelson.

  • How long is the flight from Auckland to Nelson?

    Air New Zealand can get you from Auckland to Nelson in just under 3h. Your travel time can differ by up to . Auckland and Nelson are separated by a distance of 496 km.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Auckland to Nelson round-trip?

    Air New Zealand, at $160, was found to be the cheapest airline from Auckland to Nelson.. Users have found that Air New Zealand is 52% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Auckland to Nelson?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Auckland to Nelson consider choosing Air China(84%), Singapore Airlines(83%) or Qantas Airways(78%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Auckland to Nelson that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Auckland to Nelson flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Auckland to Nelson?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Auckland to Nelson.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Auckland to Nelson?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland to Nelson by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top airline flying from Auckland to Nelson

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$160Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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