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$376+ Cheap flights to Nelson

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 14/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— NSN
16 Mar — 23 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Nelson in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Nelson
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Nelson. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 14 February 2026.

Thu 19/310:15
SYD
-
NSN
2 stops20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/317:30
NSN
-
SYD
1 stop16h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$763
Thu 19/319:15
SYD
-
NSN
1 stop13h 20m
Air New Zealand
Mon 23/317:30
NSN
-
SYD
1 stop16h 20m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 12/2$782
Sat 28/319:15
SYD
-
NSN
2 stops14h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/412:10
NSN
-
SYD
1 stop8h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$807
Thu 3/1207:45
SYD
-
NSN
2 stops9h 35m
Air New Zealand
Sun 6/1216:15
NSN
-
SYD
1 stop7h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 12/2$810
Sun 29/317:55
SYD
-
NSN
1 stop15h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/412:10
NSN
-
SYD
1 stop8h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$847
Thu 5/317:55
SYD
-
NSN
1 stop13h 00m
Air New Zealand
Mon 9/313:15
NSN
-
SYD
1 stop21h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 14/2$867

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Find the latest flights to Nelson in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 14 February 2026.

Return from

$763

One-way from

$1,145

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$786
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 19/3-23/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 37h 00m total
  • Sydney to Nelson
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Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 17/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 25m total
  • Sydney to Nelson
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($224 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in February 2026
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Sydney

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/3

19:15-10:35

1 stop13h 20m

Nelson

Mon 23/3

17:30-07:50

1 stop16h 20m

$782

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 28/3

19:15-11:15

2 stops14h 00m

Nelson

Sat 4/4

12:10-18:10

1 stop8h 00m

$807

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 29/3

17:55-11:15

1 stop15h 20m

Nelson

Sun 5/4

12:10-18:10

1 stop8h 00m

$847

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/3

17:55-08:55

1 stop13h 00m

Nelson

Mon 9/3

13:15-08:45

1 stop21h 30m

$867

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 13/8

07:10-19:50

1 stop10h 40m

Nelson

Sat 15/8

06:00-07:45

1 stop27h 45m

$922

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/7

06:20-08:05

1 stop23h 45m

$376

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 19/7

06:20-10:35

1 stop26h 15m

$396

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 12/7

06:20-08:05

1 stop23h 45m

$397

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 16/7

09:05-19:50

1 stop8h 45m

$397

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 13/7

11:00-19:50

1 stop6h 50m

$409

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What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Nelson?

The cheapest airline flying from Sydney to Nelson is Air New Zealand.

Reviews of airlines servicing Nelson

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nelson. 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 Nelson. Reviews last updated 14 February 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Air New Zealand to New Zealand 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
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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

FAQs about flying to Nelson

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Nelson?

    Travellers will need to book flights to Nelson (NSN) if they wish to fly to Nelson. The Nelson airport is 5.9 km from the city centre.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Nelson if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Nelson on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Nelson?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air New Zealand is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Nelson.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Nelson?

    Nelson is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Nelson. One-way flights to Nelson typically cost $103, while return flights cost around $206.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Nelson depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Nelson, Brisbane offers the quickest one-way flight (6 hours 10 minutes).

  • Does Nelson have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Nelson can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Nelson?

    Yes. Nelson has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Estuary Grove - Stunning Architectural House is the closest property to Nelson (0.0 km away from Nelson).

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