Which airports can I use when flying from Honolulu to Nelson?

Flights from Honolulu to Nelson usually depart from Honolulu (HNL) and arrive at Nelson (NSN).

Which airports do connecting flights from Honolulu to Nelson pass through?

Most connecting flights from Honolulu to Nelson pass through Auckland Intl (AKL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

How long is a flight from Honolulu to Nelson?

A direct flight from Honolulu to Nelson takes 00m, covering 12,178 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Honolulu to Nelson?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Honolulu to Nelson changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $2,947 to $9,914. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Honolulu to Nelson looking right now?

One-way fares from Honolulu to Nelson are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $1,607.

What is the time difference between Honolulu and Nelson?

Nelson is 23 hours ahead of Honolulu (New Zealand Time vs Hawaii-Aleutian Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Nelson Airport (NSN)?

Nelson Airport (NSN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include: • Snap Rentals • EZI • Thrifty • Apex • Go Rentals

How much is a return flight from Honolulu to Nelson?

Return flights from Honolulu to Nelson typically range from $2,882 to $2,882. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $2,947 on Air New Zealand.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Honolulu to Nelson?

Air New Zealand ($2,947) offered the cheapest return ticket from Honolulu to Nelson in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Honolulu to Nelson?

Flights via Auckland Intl (AKL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $2,882. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Honolulu to Nelson, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Auckland Intl (AKL) had the shortest average connection time for Honolulu to Nelson stopovers at 7h 12m over the past 3 months.

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Wed, 18 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

08:05 - 09:25HNL Honolulu-NSN Nelson

26h 20m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

17:55 - 07:40NSN Nelson-HNL Honolulu

36h 45m2 stops Wellington Auckland Intl

$2,947Air New Zealand

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07:45 - 19:50HNL Honolulu-NSN Nelson

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12:10 - 15:17NSN Nelson-HNL Honolulu

26h 07m2 stops Christchurch San Francisco

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37h 05m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

12:10 - 17:38NSN Nelson-HNL Honolulu

28h 28m2 stops Christchurch San Francisco

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28h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

17:30 - 07:40NSN Nelson-HNL Honolulu

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28h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

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08:05 - 11:20HNL Honolulu-NSN Nelson

28h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

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13h 10m1 stop Auckland Intl

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08:05 - 11:20HNL Honolulu-NSN Nelson

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08:05 - 09:25HNL Honolulu-NSN Nelson

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30h 55m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Auckland Intl

17:30 - 21:45NSN Nelson-HNL Honolulu

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$8,273Multiple Airlines

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23:47 - 08:05HNL Honolulu-NSN Nelson

33h 18m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

09:40 - 13:13NSN Nelson-HNL Honolulu

26h 33m3 stops Wellington Auckland Intl San Francisco

$9,699Air New Zealand

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How long is a flight from Honolulu to Nelson?
A direct flight from Honolulu to Nelson takes 00m, covering 12,178 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Honolulu to Nelson?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from Honolulu to Nelson changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $2,947 to $9,914. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Honolulu to Nelson looking right now?
One-way fares from Honolulu to Nelson are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $1,607.
Which car hire options are available at Nelson Airport (NSN)?
Nelson Airport (NSN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Snap Rentals
• EZI
• Thrifty
• Apex
• Go Rentals
Which airports can I use when flying from Honolulu to Nelson?
Flights from Honolulu to Nelson usually depart from Honolulu (HNL) and arrive at Nelson (NSN).
Which airports do connecting flights from Honolulu to Nelson pass through?
Most connecting flights from Honolulu to Nelson pass through Auckland Intl (AKL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
What is the time difference between Honolulu and Nelson?
Nelson is 23 hours ahead of Honolulu (New Zealand Time vs Hawaii-Aleutian Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Nelson Airport.

• The Beachcomber Hotel
• ASURE Fountain Resort Motel
• The Honest Lawyer, an Ascend Collection Hotel

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