AKL
Auckland
New Zealand
496 km
308 miles
NSN
Nelson
New Zealand
Distance
496 km
308 mi / 268 nm
Est. Flight Time
2h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
195°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

AKL NSN
Airport Name Auckland International Airport Nelson Airport
IATA Code AKL NSN
ICAO Code NZAA NZNS
City Auckland Nelson
Country New Zealand New Zealand
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Pacific/Auckland
Elevation 23 ft 17 ft
Coordinates -37.010000, 174.790000 -41.300000, 173.220000

Auckland (AKL) to Nelson (NSN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Nelson Airport (NSN) in Nelson, New Zealand is 496 kilometers (308 miles / 268 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southwest at a heading of 195°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is a domestic route within New Zealand. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 10:43 in Auckland, it's 10:43 in Nelson.

The return flight from Nelson (NSN) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 16° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Auckland International Airport (AKL) and Nelson Airport (NSN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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