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Auckland.116 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Oct, returning Fri, 14 Nov.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Nelson on Sun, 26 Oct, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Auckland International on Fri, 14 Nov, arriving in Nelson.Price includes taxes and charges.From 116 €, select.
Auckland.125 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Sep, returning Sat, 4 Oct.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Nelson on Sat, 13 Sep, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Auckland International on Sat, 4 Oct, arriving in Nelson.Price includes taxes and charges.From 125 €, select.
Auckland.126 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Jul, returning Mon, 7 Jul.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Nelson on Fri, 4 Jul, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Auckland International on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in Nelson.Price includes taxes and charges.From 126 €, select.
Auckland.148 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Jun, returning Tue, 1 Jul.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Nelson on Tue, 24 Jun, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Auckland International on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Nelson.Price includes taxes and charges.From 148 €, select.
Auckland.171 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Jun, returning Mon, 30 Jun.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Nelson on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in Nelson.Price includes taxes and charges.From 171 €, select.
Auckland.177 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Jun, returning Mon, 30 Jun.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Nelson on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Auckland International on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in Nelson.Price includes taxes and charges.From 177 €, select.
Auckland.205 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 May, returning Tue, 27 May.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Nelson on Mon, 26 May, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Auckland International on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Nelson.Price includes taxes and charges.From 205 €, select.
Auckland.218 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May, returning Mon, 2 Jun.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Nelson on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Auckland International on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Nelson.Price includes taxes and charges.From 218 €, select.

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Direct flights from Nelson to Auckland International

Nelson to Auckland International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Nelson to Auckland below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Auckland International.

Nelson to Auckland: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found116 €
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time1 hr, 30 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week110

Finding cheap flights from Nelson to Auckland International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Nelson to Auckland International is 116 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Nelson to Auckland International.
Air China, Air New Zealand and Singapore Airlines fly direct from Nelson to Auckland International.
As of May 2025, there are 110 flights per week flying from Nelson to Auckland International.
The cheapest month to fly from Nelson to Auckland International is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Nelson Airport to Auckland International Airport on Sunday, 26 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 30 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Auckland International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Auckland is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air New Zealand offers the cheapest flight tickets to Auckland International.

Flying from Nelson Airport (NSN) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Nelson Airport to Auckland Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Nelson and Auckland are both in the UTC+13 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.

  • Every week, there are 79 Nelson Airport to Auckland Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as early as possible, go for the 06:00 Air New Zealand flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 19:00 with Air New Zealand.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your NSN to AKL flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a peak month like June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Flying into Auckland (and then exploring more of New Zealand!) is easy with Air New Zealand. This popular airline has direct flights from Nelson Airport to Auckland Airport.

  • Air New Zealand is the top choice for travellers on this route.

  • The most punctual carrier that offers NSN to AKL flights is Air New Zealand. Its services land as scheduled 69.52% of the time.

  • If you'd like to check out a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Nelson Airport to Auckland Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Wellington International Airport is a popular stop between NSN and AKL.

How to find the cheapest flights from Nelson Airport (NSN) to Auckland Airport (AKL)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Nelson Airport to Auckland Airport flight is 48 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 116 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Book seven months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from NSN to AKL.

  • Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Nelson Airport to Auckland Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from NSN to AKL is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.

  • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Nelson Airport to Auckland Airport.

Handy information about Nelson Airport (NSN)

  • 71.22% of flights that take off from Nelson Airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • To get to Nelson Airport from central Nelson, it takes around 5 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 2 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to NSN? If you've booked an early flight from Nelson Airport to Auckland Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)

  • If you're landing on a late Nelson Airport to Auckland Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near AKL:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Auckland Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Yes rentals or Bargain Rental Cars and explore beyond Auckland's main sights.

  • Booking your ride from Auckland Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland

  • Auckland Airport to the centre of Auckland has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.

When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Nelson Airport to Auckland Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Auckland. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.

  • When booking your flight from Nelson Airport to Auckland Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Auckland, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from NSN to AKL in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.

Explore more of New Zealand

  • You've done Auckland, now it's time to discover other corners of New Zealand. Journey around 499 kilometres south to Wellington to check off its leading sights. From Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa) to Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Around 18 kilometres south-east of Auckland, Manukau City is another essential stop in New Zealand. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church.

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