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Cheap flights from Nelson to Melbourne Airport from $809

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 25/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
NSN — MEL
14 May — 21 May1
1 adult
Tue 14/5
Tue 21/5

Cheap flight deals from Nelson to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nelson (NSN) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 9 May 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$841

Round-trip from

$199
High demand for flights, 13% potential price rise
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What is the cheapest month to fly from Nelson to Melbourne Airport?

Our data shows that June tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport from Nelson. Users have commonly found prices around $829 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $479. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Nelson to Melbourne Airport (NSN - MEL)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Nelson to Melbourne Airport as you normally would.

Cheap Air New Zealand flights from Nelson to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air New Zealand for the route between Nelson and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 538,793 searches. Data last updated 9 May 2024.
Sat 25/514:20NSN - MEL
1 stop19h 45mAir New Zealand
Wed 29/518:55MEL - NSN
1 stop15h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/5$809
Fri 24/518:20NSN - MEL
1 stop15h 45mAir New Zealand
Tue 28/509:15MEL - NSN
1 stop8h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/5$906
Sat 25/506:40NSN - MEL
1 stop15h 55mAir New Zealand
Wed 29/518:55MEL - NSN
2 stops14h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/5$952
Fri 24/506:00NSN - MEL
1 stop6h 50mAir New Zealand
Tue 28/508:45MEL - NSN
2 stops9h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/5$1,043
Fri 24/509:30NSN - MEL
2 stops9h 55mAir New Zealand
Tue 28/508:45MEL - NSN
2 stops9h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/5$1,294

Cheap Nelson to Melbourne flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Nelson to Melbourne specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 538,793 searches. Prices were last updated on 9 May 2024.
Sat 25/514:20NSN - MEL
1 stop19h 45mAir New Zealand
Wed 29/518:55MEL - NSN
1 stop15h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/5$809
Fri 24/518:20NSN - MEL
1 stop15h 45mAir New Zealand
Tue 28/509:15MEL - NSN
1 stop8h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/5$906
Sat 25/506:40NSN - MEL
1 stop15h 55mAir New Zealand
Wed 29/518:55MEL - NSN
2 stops14h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/5$952
Fri 24/506:00NSN - MEL
1 stop6h 50mAir New Zealand
Tue 28/508:45MEL - NSN
2 stops9h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/5$1,043
Fri 24/509:30NSN - MEL
2 stops9h 55mAir New Zealand
Tue 28/508:45MEL - NSN
2 stops9h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/5$1,294
Sat 25/507:15NSN - MEL
2 stops10h 55mQantas Airways
Wed 29/506:15MEL - NSN
2 stops9h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/5$1,398

Nelson to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Nelson and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 538,793 searches. Data last updated 9 May 2024.
Sat 25/514:20NSN - MEL
1 stop19h 45mAir New Zealand
Wed 29/518:55MEL - NSN
1 stop15h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/5$809
Fri 24/518:20NSN - MEL
1 stop15h 45mAir New Zealand
Tue 28/509:15MEL - NSN
1 stop8h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/5$906
Sat 25/506:40NSN - MEL
1 stop15h 55mAir New Zealand
Wed 29/518:55MEL - NSN
2 stops14h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/5$952
Fri 24/506:00NSN - MEL
1 stop6h 50mAir New Zealand
Tue 28/508:45MEL - NSN
2 stops9h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/5$1,043
Fri 24/509:30NSN - MEL
2 stops9h 55mAir New Zealand
Tue 28/508:45MEL - NSN
2 stops9h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/5$1,294
Sat 25/507:15NSN - MEL
2 stops10h 55mQantas Airways
Wed 29/506:15MEL - NSN
2 stops9h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/5$1,398

Find flights from Nelson to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Nelson to Melbourne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 538,793 searches. Data last updated 9 May 2024.

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$809 - $1,398

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NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Sat 25/5

1 stop19h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 29/5

1 stop15h 55m

$809

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Fri 24/5

1 stop15h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 28/5

1 stop8h 55m

$906

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Sat 25/5

1 stop15h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 29/5

2 stops14h 30m

$952

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Fri 24/5

1 stop6h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 28/5

2 stops9h 40m

$1,043

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Fri 24/5

2 stops9h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 28/5

2 stops9h 40m

$1,294

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Sat 25/5

2 stops10h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 29/5

2 stops9h 45m

$1,398

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When is the cheapest time to fly from Nelson to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Nelson to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Nelson to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Melbourne by month

Plan your trip from Nelson to Melbourne by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Nelson to Melbourne is currently $0 while a return flight costs $1,067. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson to Melbourne Airport (average of $131). Flying from Nelson to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $175). 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.

January

$237

February

$205

March

$236

April

$214

May

$199

June

$213

July

$233

August

$204

September

$227

October

$225

November

$240

December

$266

Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MEL

Temperature

8 - 20 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 9 May 2024.
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
632 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
632 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
632 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
975 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
632 reviews
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Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Nelson to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Nelson to Melbourne?

    Most people fly from Nelson (NSN) if they book a flight from Nelson to Melbourne. On average, Nelson has 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day from 1 airline. Nelson is conveniently located just 5.9 km from Nelson’s city centre.

  • Can I find flights from Nelson to Melbourne Airport for under $900 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Nelson to Melbourne Airport for under $900. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air New Zealand for just $809, but on average you can expect to pay $1,066.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Nelson to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Nelson to Melbourne Airport is Air New Zealand. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $809 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Qantas Airways, starting at $1,398. Air New Zealand is currently priced 2% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What does NSN to MEL mean?

    Nelson Airport is NSN and Melbourne Airport is MEL. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Nelson to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Nelson to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Nelson to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Nelson to Melbourne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Nelson to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Nelson to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Nelson to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Nelson to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Nelson to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Nelson to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Nelson to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Nelson to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Nelson to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Nelson to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Nelson to Melbourne Airport flight deals updated?

    The Nelson to Melbourne Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 8/5.

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