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$118+ Cheap flights from Nelson

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NSN — MEL
10 Mar — 17 Mar1
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 8 February 2026.

Cheapest airline

Air New Zealand

Good round-trip deal

$743 or less

Good one-way deal

$93 or less
On average, Air New Zealand currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Nelson (avg. price of $860).
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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 8 February 2026.

Tue 24/315:00
NSN
-
MEL
1 stop8h 30m
Air New Zealand
Tue 31/318:55
MEL
-
NSN
1 stop11h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 7/2$698
Fri 13/309:25
NSN
-
MEL
1 stop10h 20m
Air New Zealand
Mon 16/316:50
MEL
-
NSN
1 stop15h 45m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 5/2$710
Sat 7/317:30
NSN
-
MEL
1 stop26h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/308:35
MEL
-
NSN
1 stop8h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$767
Wed 25/317:30
NSN
-
MEL
1 stop16h 25m
Air New Zealand
Wed 1/418:10
MEL
-
NSN
1 stop12h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 8/2$778
Wed 25/309:50
NSN
-
SYD
2 stops14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 1/418:45
SYD
-
NSN
1 stop10h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2$779
Sun 2/809:30
NSN
-
MEL
1 stop10h 05m
Qantas Airways
Wed 5/808:00
MEL
-
NSN
1 stop9h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 6/2$787
Sat 1/817:45
NSN
-
MEL
1 stop25h 50m
Qantas Airways
Wed 5/808:00
MEL
-
NSN
1 stop9h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 7/2$791
Thu 28/517:45
NSN
-
SYD
1 stop26h 25m
Qantas Airways
Sat 30/519:15
SYD
-
NSN
1 stop19h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 5/2$834
Fri 13/320:15
NSN
-
MEL
2 stops28h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/323:55
MEL
-
NSN
2 stops15h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$853
Fri 20/313:45
NSN
-
PER
2 stops15h 05m
Qantas Airways
Sat 21/317:20
PER
-
NSN
2 stops42h 40m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 5/2$1,584

Find flights from Nelson within your budget

 
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 8 February 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches

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Melbourne

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Depart

Return

Price

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Fri 13/3

09:25-17:45

1 stop10h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

16:50-10:35

1 stop15h 45m

$710

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Tue 24/3

09:40-21:30

2 stops13h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 31/3

18:55-15:45

1 stop18h 50m

$751

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Sat 7/3

17:30-17:40

1 stop26h 10m

Melbourne

Sat 14/3

08:35-18:35

1 stop8h 00m

$767

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Wed 25/3

17:30-07:55

1 stop16h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 1/4

18:10-09:00

1 stop12h 50m

$778

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Wed 25/3

09:50-22:15

2 stops14h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 1/4

18:45-06:50

1 stop10h 05m

$779

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Sun 2/8

09:30-17:35

1 stop10h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 5/8

08:00-19:20

1 stop9h 20m

$785

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Sat 1/8

17:45-17:35

1 stop25h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 5/8

08:00-19:20

1 stop9h 20m

$791

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Thu 28/5

17:45-18:10

1 stop26h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 30/5

19:15-17:10

1 stop19h 55m

$834

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Fri 13/3

20:15-22:50

2 stops28h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

23:55-17:05

2 stops15h 10m

$853

NelsonPerth

NSN - PER

NSNPER

Nelson

Sun 22/3

11:45-16:50

1 stop10h 05m

Perth

Sun 29/3

23:45-17:10

2 stops36h 25m

$1,197

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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 6 February 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson (average of $328). Flying from Nelson in December will prove the most costly (average of $467). 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 $535

What are popular destinations to fly to from Nelson?

Nelson offers frequent flights to Auckland (136 flights per day), Wellington (89 flights per day) and Christchurch (66 flights per day).

Christchurch
Christchurch
From $93
Wellington
Wellington
From $78
Auckland Intl
Auckland Intl
From $725

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Nelson?

The cheapest city to fly to from Nelson is Wellington, with prices starting at $78. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Wellington
Wellington
From $78
Christchurch
Christchurch
From $93
Auckland Intl
Auckland Intl
From $725

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
582 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
582 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
582 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

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 8 February 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 $78 to Wellington (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for $489 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 $2,710

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Nelson?

    Currently, the cheapest month for flights from Nelson is March. 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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