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Cheap flights from Auckland to Nelson (AKL - NSN)

AKL — NSN
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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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 Thursday or Sunday and return on a Saturday

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 September 17, 2025.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$230

Good round-trip deal

$173 or less

Good one-way deal

$68 or less
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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Nelson

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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 round-trip flight from Auckland to Nelson. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Auckland to Nelson is 60 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 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 September 17, 2025.

When flying from Auckland to Nelson, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 19% versus a flight at noon.

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 September 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand from Auckland to Nelson to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 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

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 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

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  • How popular is this Auckland to Nelson flight route?

    This flight path from Auckland Intl to Nelson was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Currently priced at $117, Air New Zealand will fly you from Auckland to Nelson and back. In addition to Air New Zealand, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. You may be able to fly from Auckland to Nelson for 47% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

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

    Before booking your flight to Nelson from Auckland, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air China (84%), Singapore Airlines (83%), Qantas Airways( 78%).

  • 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 vacation 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

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Auckland to Nelson. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$117Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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