Flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Nadi International Airport (NAN): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Auckland Airport to Nadi International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Nadi is UTC+12, which is one hour behind Auckland.
Flights from AKL to NAN start from 06:05 — the first with Fiji Airways. The latest departure is at 21:20 with Fiji Airways. In total, you can take your pick of 30 weekly Auckland Airport to Nadi International Airport flights.
Your AKL to NAN flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Flying into Nadi (and then seeing more of Fiji!) is a breeze with Fiji Airways. This popular airline offers direct flights from Auckland Airport to Nadi International Airport.
Fiji Airways is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
With 72.73% of its services landing on schedule, Air New Zealand is the most punctual carrier operating AKL to NAN flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Auckland Airport to Nadi International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between AKL and NAN include:
Wellington International Airport
Christchurch International Airport
Bauerfield Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Nadi International Airport (NAN)
Right now, R 2,247 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Auckland Airport to Nadi International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 6,129. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from AKL to NAN.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Auckland Airport to Nadi International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from AKL to NAN.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Auckland Airport to Nadi International Airport.
Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
Of all flights departing from Auckland Airport, 69.31% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Auckland to Auckland Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near AKL? If you're catching an early flight from Auckland Airport to Nadi International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Nadi International Airport (NAN)
Book a hotel near NAN if you're catching a late Auckland Airport to Nadi International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Nadi International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from NCH Rentals, FlexWays or Coastal Rental Cars Fiji to explore Nadi and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Nadi International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Nadi International Airport (NAN) to central Nadi
From Nadi International Airport, Nadi is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Nadi International Airport (NAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Auckland Airport to Nadi International Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Nadi based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Auckland Airport to Nadi International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Nadi, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from AKL to NAN in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Fiji
Nadi has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Fiji you'll want to see. Around 113 kilometres east of Nadi, a visit to Suva will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Fiji Museum, Albert Park and Suva Flea Market.
Around 19 kilometres north of Nadi, Lautoka is another essential stop in Fiji. Start your sightseeing at Nadovu Park, Churchill Park and Botanical Gardens.