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Cheap flights from Nelson to Melbourne Airport from $327

NSN — MEL
29 Sep — 6 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Nelson to Melbourne

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Cheapest flights from Nelson to Melbourne

Tue 1/1206:30 -
1 stop18h 20m
Thu 10/1220:20 -
2 stops22h 25m
Deal found 27/8$791
Mon 12/1017:45 -
1 stop16h 25m
Mon 19/1018:40 -
1 stop12h 20m
Deal found 28/8$798
Sat 17/1006:00 -
1 stop17h 35m
Wed 28/1019:10 -
2 stops12h 00m
Deal found 26/8$800
Mon 12/1014:55 -
2 stops8h 40m
Mon 19/1018:10 -
1 stop17h 55m
Deal found 28/8$812
Fri 9/1006:15 -
1 stop27h 55m
Fri 16/1018:10 -
1 stop15h 05m
Deal found 27/8$825
Tue 1/1215:00 -
2 stops8h 30m
Thu 10/1210:20 -
2 stops8h 25m
Deal found 27/8$848

Find flight deals from Nelson to Melbourne

Round-trip from

$791

One-way from

$327

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$801
1/12-10/12
  • 1/12-10/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 45m total
  • Nelson to Melbourne
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12/9
  • 12/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 20m total
  • Nelson to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($58 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($51 potential savings vs. average return price).
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NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Tue 1/12

06:30-22:50

1 stop18h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 10/12

20:20-20:45

2 stops22h 25m

$791

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Sat 17/10

06:00-21:35

1 stop17h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 28/10

19:10-09:10

2 stops12h 00m

$798
Fastest return journey

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Tue 1/12

13:25-21:30

1 stop10h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 10/12

19:10-14:45

1 stop17h 35m

$804

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Wed 10/2

06:00-21:30

1 stop17h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 14/2

18:20-20:05

1 stop23h 45m

$860

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Fri 9/10

19:20-08:00

1 stop14h 40m

Melbourne

Fri 16/10

18:10-14:25

2 stops18h 15m

$876

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Fri 2/10

17:55-07:10

1 stop16h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 12/10

18:55-11:20

1 stop14h 25m

$928
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NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Sat 12/9

17:45-10:05

1 stop18h 20m

$327

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Sun 31/1

17:45-17:40

1 stop25h 55m

$352

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Sun 31/1

16:20-08:55

2 stops18h 35m

$364

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Sat 12/9

16:20-10:55

2 stops20h 35m

$423

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson to Melbourne Airport (average of $547). Flying from Nelson to Melbourne Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,200). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Nelson to Melbourne Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Nelson to Melbourne Airport flights typically cost between $865 and $1,144 in December.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $791 on Multiple Airlines (1 Dec–10 Dec).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

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
665 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

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
665 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
665 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

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

Related info for your journey

  • 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 fly from Nelson to Melbourne Airport in about 17h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Nelson and Melbourne Airport are separated by a distance of 2456 km.

  • 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 $541 on this airline. Air New Zealand is currently priced 33% 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson to Melbourne Airport (average of $547). Flying from Nelson to Melbourne Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,200). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$541Average$890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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