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$72+ Cheap flights from Auckland to Nelson (AKL - NSN)

AKL — NSN
Dec 2 — Dec 91
Wed 12/2
Wed 12/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Auckland Intl to Nelson are usually found in June or July, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Nelson

Cheapest flights from Auckland to Nelson

Fri 12/113:20 pm -
Nonstop1h 35m
Fri 12/186:30 am -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 10/31$231
Mon 12/149:10 pm -
1 stop23h 35m
Fri 12/186:00 am -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 10/30$236
Mon 12/149:10 pm -
1 stop23h 35m
Mon 12/214:50 pm -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 10/30$250
Sun 11/299:00 am -
Nonstop1h 35m
Mon 11/3011:55 am -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 10/29$258
Mon 11/306:30 pm -
1 stop12h 20m
Mon 12/74:50 pm -
1 stop4h 25m
Deal found 11/1$262
Mon 11/309:00 am -
Nonstop1h 35m
Mon 12/73:20 pm -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 11/1$268
Sun 11/299:45 am -
Nonstop1h 35m
Sun 12/67:45 am -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 10/31$272
Wed 11/256:00 am -
1 stop3h 35m
Wed 11/255:25 pm -
1 stop3h 50m
Deal found 11/2$284

Find flight deals from Auckland to Nelson

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$164
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$72
(FlightHub)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$221

Good round-trip deal

$195 or less

Good one-way deal

$161 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($19 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
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AucklandNelson

AKL Auckland Intl - NSN Nelson

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Wed 2/17

9:00 am-10:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Nelson

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$72

AucklandNelson

AKL Auckland Intl - NSN Nelson

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/9

5:00 pm-6:35 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Nelson

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$80

AucklandNelson

AKL Auckland Intl - NSN Nelson

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Sat 1/23

5:00 pm-6:35 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Nelson

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$81

AucklandNelson

AKL Auckland Intl - NSN Nelson

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Sun 11/29

2:10 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Nelson

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$118

AucklandNelson

AKL Auckland Intl - NSN Nelson

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Sun 11/15

12:20 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Nelson

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$130

AucklandNelson

AKL Auckland Intl - NSN Nelson

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Sat 1/2

7:50 am-9:25 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Nelson

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$163

AucklandNelson

AKL Auckland Intl - NSN Nelson

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Sun 2/21

2:10 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Nelson

Tue 2/23

6:30 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$174

AucklandNelson

AKL Auckland Intl - NSN Nelson

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Fri 1/29

7:30 am-10:10 am

1 stop2h 40m

Nelson

Sat 1/30

10:40 am-1:05 pm

1 stop2h 25m

$210

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Deals found on 10/29

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Compare providers for flights from Auckland to Nelson

Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Auckland to Nelson in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Auckland-Nelson flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Auckland-Nelson flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Auckland-Nelson flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Auckland-Nelson flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Auckland-Nelson flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Nelson

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Nelson from Auckland with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Auckland to Nelson

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

The best time to book flights from Auckland to Nelson is 65 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 Auckland to Nelson?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Nelson (average of $176). Flying from Auckland to Nelson in September is currently the most expensive (average of $296). 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 AKL to NSN?

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 morning, which can drop the price by up to 42% versus a flight in the evening.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Auckland to Nelson?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Auckland to Nelson flights typically cost between $186 and $279 in February.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $164 on Air New Zealand (Feb 12-Feb 14).

Reviews of airlines servicing Nelson

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
681 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Blair,Oct 2026

WLG - AKL

The chicken dish was okay but kind of weird unlike the chicken penne on my trip home which was delicious.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
681 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
681 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Blair,Oct 2026

WLG - AKL

The chicken dish was okay but kind of weird unlike the chicken penne on my trip home which was delicious.

Related info for your journey

  • 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.

  • How long is the flight from Auckland to Nelson?

    A quick flight from Auckland to Nelson can take about 1h 35m. Air New Zealand provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $174. Airlines will cover a distance of 308 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Currently priced at $120, 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 (94%), Qantas Airways (93%), Air New Zealand( 93%).

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to Nelson?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Nelson (average of $176). Flying from Auckland to Nelson in September is currently the most expensive (average of $296). 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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Top airline flying from Auckland to Nelson

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$120Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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