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$160+ Cheap flights from Nelson

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/6. 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
9 May — 16 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest return flight

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Thu 10/9

06:30-22:45

1 stop18h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 12/9

23:55-11:20

1 stop9h 25m

$750

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Wed 17/6

09:30-17:35

1 stop10h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 30/6

18:30-08:05

1 stop11h 35m

$756

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Sun 10/5

11:55-08:45

1 stop22h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 18/5

07:05-19:05

2 stops10h 00m

$760

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Wed 20/5

09:30-18:10

1 stop10h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 27/5

07:10-16:55

1 stop7h 45m

$761

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Sat 23/5

13:05-22:45

2 stops11h 40m

Melbourne

Sat 30/5

11:05-11:15

1 stop22h 10m

$761
Fastest return journey

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Wed 13/5

16:15-21:50

1 stop7h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 19/5

07:50-16:55

1 stop7h 05m

$777

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Wed 20/5

09:40-18:10

2 stops10h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 27/5

07:50-19:20

2 stops9h 30m

$788

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Fri 22/5

14:50-21:50

1 stop9h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 29/5

19:20-10:10

2 stops12h 50m

$790

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Fri 26/6

15:20-21:35

1 stop8h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 22/7

18:55-08:05

1 stop11h 10m

$795

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Fri 8/5

08:10-23:25

2 stops17h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

23:55-11:20

1 stop9h 25m

$802

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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 3 April 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 $350). 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 $550

What are popular destinations to fly to from Nelson?

Nelson offers frequent flights to Auckland (94 flights per day), Wellington (79 flights per day) and Christchurch (51 flights per day).

Auckland Intl
Auckland Intl
From $209
Wellington
Wellington
From $160

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Nelson?

The cheapest city to fly to from Nelson is Wellington, with prices starting at $160. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Wellington
Wellington
From $160
Auckland Intl
Auckland Intl
From $209

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
626 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
626 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
626 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

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

    For the current month, the most popular flights from Nelson are Auckland, Wellington, Rarotonga. 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 $160 to Wellington (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for $784 to fly from Nelson.

  • 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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