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Cheap flights from Nelson to Melbourne Airport from $694

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NSN — MEL
13 May — 20 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Nelson to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nelson to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 April 2026.

Wed 12/819:20
NSN
-
MEL
1 stop16h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 19/811:05
MEL
-
NSN
1 stop7h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$694
Fri 15/520:15
NSN
-
MEL
1 stop13h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 20/511:05
MEL
-
NSN
1 stop19h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$777
Fri 15/506:30
NSN
-
MEL
1 stop17h 05m
Air New Zealand
Wed 20/518:55
MEL
-
NSN
2 stops12h 15m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 11/4$799
Wed 12/816:15
NSN
-
MEL
1 stop7h 20m
Air New Zealand
Wed 19/818:55
MEL
-
NSN
2 stops12h 15m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 11/4$811
Fri 4/917:45
NSN
-
MEL
1 stop25h 50m
Qantas Airways
Tue 8/908:00
MEL
-
NSN
1 stop9h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 12/4$837
Fri 26/609:30
NSN
-
MEL
1 stop10h 05m
Qantas Airways
Wed 22/706:35
MEL
-
NSN
1 stop8h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 10/4$841
Fri 26/613:45
NSN
-
MEL
2 stops9h 50m
Air New Zealand
Wed 22/718:10
MEL
-
NSN
1 stop12h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 10/4$859
Thu 10/919:20
NSN
-
MEL
1 stop14h 45m
Air New Zealand
Sat 12/918:55
MEL
-
NSN
1 stop14h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 10/4$862

Find 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 13 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$694

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,218
12/8-19/8
  • 12/8-19/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 45m total
  • Nelson to Melbourne
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Cheapest return flight

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Fri 15/5

20:15-08:10

1 stop13h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 20/5

11:05-09:00

1 stop19h 55m

$777

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Fri 15/5

06:30-21:35

1 stop17h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 20/5

18:55-09:10

2 stops12h 15m

$799
Fastest return journey

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Wed 12/8

16:15-21:35

1 stop7h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 19/8

18:55-09:10

2 stops12h 15m

$811

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Fri 4/9

17:45-08:10

1 stop16h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 8/9

08:00-19:20

1 stop9h 20m

$837

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Thu 10/9

19:20-08:05

1 stop14h 45m

Melbourne

Sat 12/9

18:55-11:20

1 stop14h 25m

$862

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Nelson to Melbourne Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Nelson to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Nelson to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 10 April 2026.

The best time to book flights from Nelson to Melbourne Airport 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 to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson to Melbourne Airport (average of $350). Flying from Nelson to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $486). 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.

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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 13 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand from Nelson to Melbourne Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
626 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

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.

  • How long is the flight from Nelson to Melbourne Airport?

    Airlines like Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways fly from Nelson to Melbourne Airport in about 16h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 40m. Nelson and Melbourne Airport are separated by a distance of 2456 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly 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 $549 on this airline. Air New Zealand is currently priced 29% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nelson to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson to Melbourne Airport (average of $350). Flying from Nelson to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $486). 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.

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Top airline flying from Nelson to Melbourne

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Nelson to Melbourne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 13 April 2026.
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Air New ZealandCheapest$549Average$802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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