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Cheap flights from Auckland to Nelson
AKL — NSN
29 Nov — 6 Dec1
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 30 October 2025.
Popular in | December |
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Cheapest in | July |
Average price | £173 |
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 return flight from Auckland to Nelson. Price data was last updated on 24 October 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 month to book a flight from Auckland to Nelson?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Nelson (average of £28). Flying from Auckland to Nelson in May is currently the most expensive (average of £39). 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?
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 30 October 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Auckland to Nelson in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 52% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.
How often are flights from Auckland to Nelson delayed?
About 18% of weekly flights between Auckland and Nelson have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 79 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Auckland to Nelson flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Auckland to Nelson flights?
Over the past year, Air China have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.
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 30 October 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand from Auckland to Nelson by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Jul 2025
AKL - SFO
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Jul 2025
AKL - SFO
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