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Cheap flights to Nelson from $431

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 4/7. 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.
CMH — NSN
1 May — 8 May1
1 adult
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Flights to Nelson in 2024

Find the latest flights to Nelson in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 596,426 searches and data was last updated on 26 April 2024.

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,039

Return from

$840

One-way from

$431
High demand for flights, 18% potential price rise
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Average for return flights in April 2024
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From Sydney Kingsford Smith to Nelson
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One-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Nelson (NSN)
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Cheap flights to Nelson in April & May 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Nelson in April and May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 596,426 searches and data was last updated on 26 April 2024.
The following deals offer some of the lowest prices we've found on flights heading to Nelson in April and May 2024. If these deals fall outside of your budget, be sure to come back soon as prices update often.
Fri 3/517:55SYD - NSN
1 stop13h 40mAir New Zealand
Thu 16/520:10NSN - SYD
1 stop14h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/4$840
Fri 3/517:55SYD - NSN
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 16/510:20NSN - SYD
2 stops23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$964
Fri 3/515:00SYD - NSN
2 stops23h 50mQantas Airways
Thu 16/510:20NSN - SYD
2 stops14h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/4$1,184

Nelson 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Nelson in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 596,426 searches and data were last updated on 26 April 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Nelson in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Fri 3/517:55SYD - NSN
1 stop13h 40mAir New Zealand
Thu 16/520:10NSN - SYD
1 stop14h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/4$840
Tue 20/808:45SYD - NSN
1 stop7h 15mAir New Zealand
Wed 21/813:15NSN - SYD
1 stop10h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/4$849
Tue 20/808:45SYD - NSN
1 stop7h 15mAir New Zealand
Wed 21/806:40NSN - SYD
1 stop17h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 25/4$851
Tue 20/808:45SYD - NSN
2 stops8h 35mAir New Zealand
Wed 21/814:20NSN - SYD
2 stops9h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/4$869
Tue 20/808:45SYD - NSN
2 stops9h 40mAir New Zealand
Wed 21/816:00NSN - SYD
2 stops7h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 25/4$870
Fri 3/517:55SYD - NSN
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 16/510:20NSN - SYD
2 stops23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$964
Fri 3/515:00SYD - NSN
2 stops23h 50mQantas Airways
Thu 16/510:20NSN - SYD
2 stops14h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/4$1,184

Flights to Nelson departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Nelson, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 596,426 searches and data was last updated on 26 April 2024.
If you're looking for a last-minute flight to Nelson, consider booking one of these fares. Double check the price, date, and time of your last-minute flight.
Fri 3/517:55SYD - NSN
1 stop13h 40mAir New Zealand
Thu 16/520:10NSN - SYD
1 stop14h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/4$840
Fri 3/517:55SYD - NSN
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 16/510:20NSN - SYD
2 stops23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$964
Fri 3/515:00SYD - NSN
2 stops23h 50mQantas Airways
Thu 16/510:20NSN - SYD
2 stops14h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/4$1,184

One-way flights to Nelson

Explore one-way flight options to Nelson for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 596,426 searches and data was last updated on 26 April 2024.
These are some of the best available deals on flights to Nelson. Those seeking round-trip flights to Nelson should utilize the search form at the top of the page.
Thu 4/718:10SYD - NSN
1 stop12h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 25/4$431
Thu 4/718:10SYD - NSN
1 stop12h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/4$433
Thu 4/709:55SYD - NSN
2 stops8h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 25/4$511
Thu 4/709:55SYD - NSN
2 stops8h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/4$513

Average price of flights to Nelson by month

Plan your trip to Nelson by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Nelson is currently $472 while a return flight costs $996. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Temperature and rainfall in Nelson by month

Plan your trip to Nelson by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

NSN

Temperature

7 - 17 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nelson, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 7.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Nelson?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Nelson. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
Booking 27 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Nelson. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Nelson?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Nelson. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Nelson should consider flying on Tuesday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.
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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 26 April 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly to Nelson, see what other customers have to say about Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
647 reviews
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Food

7.7

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
647 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
647 reviews
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Food

7.7

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
1,001 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
647 reviews
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Food

7.7

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

  • What does NSN mean?

    Nelson Airport is NSN. This code is created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use IATA codes to identify the departing or arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • 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?

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

  • Where does the fastest flight to Nelson depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Nelson, Sydney offers the quickest one-way flight (7 hours 15 minutes).

  • Does Nelson Airport have car hire?

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

  • Are there hotels close to Nelson Airport?

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

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