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$182+ Cheap flights from Nelson

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NSN — MEL
21 Feb — 28 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

What to know about flights from Nelson

Discover essential information about flights departing from Nelson, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Nelson airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 22 January 2026.

Cheapest airline

Air New Zealand

Good round-trip deal

$904 or less

Good one-way deal

$87 or less
On average, Air New Zealand currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Nelson (avg. price of $893).
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Cheapest flights from Nelson
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nelson. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 22 January 2026.

Sat 7/316:15
NSN
-
SYD
2 stops7h 30m
Air New Zealand
Sat 14/319:15
SYD
-
NSN
1 stop17h 15m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 20/1$749
Sat 7/316:15
NSN
-
MEL
2 stops19h 10m
Air New Zealand
Sat 14/318:50
MEL
-
NSN
2 stops13h 20m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 21/1$757
Fri 13/306:00
NSN
-
SYD
1 stop14h 05m
Air New Zealand
Sun 15/307:45
SYD
-
NSN
1 stop25h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 20/1$807
Tue 24/315:50
NSN
-
SYD
1 stop7h 55m
Air New Zealand
Fri 3/419:20
SYD
-
NSN
1 stop10h 45m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 20/1$819
Tue 24/313:00
NSN
-
SYD
2 stops21h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/418:35
SYD
-
NSN
1 stop11h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$829
Tue 24/306:30
NSN
-
SYD
1 stop27h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/418:55
SYD
-
NSN
1 stop16h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$832
Tue 3/217:30
NSN
-
MEL
1 stop16h 25m
Air New Zealand
Sat 7/216:50
MEL
-
NSN
1 stop13h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 19/1$834
Tue 3/217:30
NSN
-
SYD
1 stop16h 20m
Air New Zealand
Sat 7/219:15
SYD
-
NSN
1 stop11h 05m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 19/1$835
Thu 28/508:35
NSN
-
SYD
1 stop25h 10m
Qantas Airways
Sat 30/518:45
SYD
-
NSN
1 stop22h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 20/1$856
Tue 3/216:10
NSN
-
MEL
2 stops17h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/214:20
MEL
-
NSN
2 stops25h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1$1,225
Mon 25/511:55
NSN
-
PER
2 stops13h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 30/517:35
PER
-
NSN
1 stop17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,232
Mon 25/511:55
NSN
-
PER
1 stop32h 05m
Air New Zealand
Sat 30/519:50
PER
-
NSN
1 stop10h 45m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 20/1$1,248

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Find flights departing from Nelson that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 22 January 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches

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Price

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Sat 7/3

16:15-21:45

2 stops7h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 14/3

19:15-14:30

1 stop17h 15m

$749

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Sat 7/3

16:15-09:25

2 stops19h 10m

Melbourne

Sat 14/3

18:50-10:10

2 stops13h 20m

$757

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Fri 13/3

06:00-18:05

1 stop14h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 15/3

07:45-11:10

1 stop25h 25m

$807

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Tue 24/3

15:50-21:45

1 stop7h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 3/4

19:20-08:05

1 stop10h 45m

$819

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Tue 24/3

13:00-08:00

2 stops21h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 3/4

18:35-08:05

1 stop11h 30m

$829

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Tue 24/3

06:30-08:00

1 stop27h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 4/4

18:55-13:40

1 stop16h 45m

$832

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Tue 3/2

17:30-07:55

1 stop16h 25m

Melbourne

Sat 7/2

16:50-08:20

1 stop13h 30m

$834

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Thu 28/5

08:35-07:45

1 stop25h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 30/5

18:45-19:20

1 stop22h 35m

$856

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Tue 3/2

12:00-21:45

2 stops11h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 7/2

19:15-09:30

1 stop12h 15m

$896

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Tue 3/2

16:10-07:55

2 stops17h 45m

Melbourne

Sat 7/2

14:20-17:30

2 stops25h 10m

$1,225

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Best time to book a flight from Nelson

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Travel insights for flights from Nelson

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When is the best time to book a flight from Nelson?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Nelson to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 16 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Nelson is 54 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 Nelson?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson (average of $321). Flying from Nelson in December will prove the most costly (average of $486). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from Nelson?

When flying from Nelson check dates and pricing for the following: Air New Zealand. As it departs for the following popular destinations: Melbourne.

Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From $556

What are popular destinations to fly to from Nelson?

Nelson offers frequent flights to Auckland (118 flights per day), Wellington (72 flights per day) and Christchurch (58 flights per day).

Auckland Intl
Auckland Intl
From $203
Christchurch
Christchurch
From $97
Wellington
Wellington
From $81

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Nelson?

The cheapest city to fly to from Nelson is Wellington, with prices starting at $81. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Wellington
Wellington
From $81
Christchurch
Christchurch
From $97
Auckland Intl
Auckland Intl
From $203

Airline reviews for flights from Nelson

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Nelson. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Nelson. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Air New Zealand from Nelson to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
573 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
573 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
573 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Nelson. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 22 January 2026.

  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Nelson?

    For the current month, the most popular flights from Nelson are Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch. Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch are the most popular locations from Nelson year round.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Nelson to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Nelson for as low as $81 to Wellington (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for $303 to fly from Nelson.

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from Nelson?

    Options for some of the cheapest premium economy flights from Nelson we have found on Cheapflights are as follows:
    Fly from Nelson to Auckland starting at $2,817

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Nelson?

    Currently, the cheapest month for flights from Nelson is April. The most expensive month for flights is December. The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

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