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Cheap flights from Auckland to Nelson from $280

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 29/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — NSN
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Auckland Intl to Nelson are usually found in July or August, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$280

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$371

Good round-trip deal

$177 or less
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 29/5-5/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 4h 10m total
  • Auckland to Nelson
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($69 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 15 April 2025.

Thu 29/511:15AKL - NSN
1 stop2h 40mAir New Zealand
Thu 5/608:45NSN - AKL
Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 13/4$280
Thu 29/511:15AKL - NSN
1 stop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/620:10NSN - AKL
2 stops19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4$359

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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 15 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Auckland to Nelson that are best for you.

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Depart

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AucklandNelson

AKL - NSN

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Thu 29/5

11:15-13:55

1 stop2h 40m

Nelson

Thu 5/6

08:45-10:15

Nonstop1h 30m

$280

AucklandNelson

AKL - NSN

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Thu 29/5

11:15-13:55

1 stop2h 40m

Nelson

Thu 5/6

20:10-15:10

2 stops19h 00m

$359

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Deals found on 13/4

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

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 11 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Auckland to Nelson, you should look to book at least 61 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 15 April 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 32% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Auckland to Nelson

Explore weekly flight availability from Auckland to Nelson. 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 15 April 2025.

The most flights from AKL to NSN are scheduled on a Tuesday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Rainfall in Nelson by month

Plan your trip to Nelson by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nelson ranges from 70.0 - 80.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 80.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Nelson when rainfall is around 70.0 mm.

Temperature in Nelson by month

Plan your trip to Nelson by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nelson, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 7.0 C).

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 15 April 2025.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
464 reviews
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Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
464 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
464 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

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 16 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, 32 users have taken a look at flights from Auckland Intl to Nelson.

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

    Air New Zealand, at $280, was found to be the cheapest airline from Auckland to Nelson.. Users have found that Air New Zealand is 19% 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%), Qantas Airways(80%) or Air New Zealand(79%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Auckland to Nelson?

    While on average a flight from Auckland to Nelson is generally $177, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $177. When looking at the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - Nelson), you can expect to pay $209 for that flight.

  • 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$165Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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