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Cheap flights from Australia to Nelson from $369

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 17/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — NSN
22 Jun — 29 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Nelson

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Nelson
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Nelson. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 May 2026.

Thu 18/619:10
BNE
-
NSN
1 stop14h 05m
Air New Zealand
Mon 22/617:55
NSN
-
BNE
2 stops16h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 17/5$663
Sun 26/719:10
BNE
-
NSN
1 stop14h 05m
Air New Zealand
Sat 8/817:45
NSN
-
BNE
1 stop16h 20m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 18/5$673
Fri 5/618:10
MEL
-
NSN
1 stop12h 50m
Air New Zealand
Mon 8/613:45
NSN
-
MEL
2 stops20h 20m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 18/5$680
Sat 4/719:35
BNE
-
NSN
1 stop13h 45m
Air New Zealand
Sun 12/714:50
NSN
-
BNE
1 stop19h 20m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 22/5$695
Thu 23/707:50
SYD
-
NSN
1 stop7h 20m
Air New Zealand
Mon 27/717:45
NSN
-
SYD
1 stop16h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 22/5$699
Sat 6/608:35
MEL
-
NSN
1 stop8h 00m
Air New Zealand
Wed 10/619:20
NSN
-
MEL
1 stop24h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 20/5$706
Fri 3/718:10
MEL
-
NSN
1 stop12h 50m
Air New Zealand
Fri 10/706:20
NSN
-
MEL
1 stop27h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 19/5$737
Tue 20/1019:20
SYD
-
NSN
1 stop12h 15m
Air New Zealand
Mon 18/107:35
NSN
-
SYD
2 stops16h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 18/5$778
Sat 4/717:55
SYD
-
NSN
1 stop13h 05m
Air New Zealand
Sat 11/713:05
NSN
-
SYD
1 stop21h 05m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 20/5$782
Sat 18/719:35
BNE
-
NSN
2 stops14h 05m
Air New Zealand
Mon 20/717:45
NSN
-
BNE
1 stop16h 20m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 18/5$791
Sun 14/618:30
MEL
-
NSN
1 stop11h 35m
Qantas Airways
Wed 17/612:10
NSN
-
MEL
1 stop22h 00m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 19/5$998

Find flight deals from Australia to Nelson

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Nelson flight deals. Data was last updated 23 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$664

One-way from

$369

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$917
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 18/6-22/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 28h 20m total
  • Australia to Nelson
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 17/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 20m total
  • Australia to Nelson
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($158 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($42 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to Nelson that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 23 May 2026.
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BrisbaneNelson

BNE - NSN

BNENSN

Brisbane

Thu 18/6

19:10-09:00

1 stop11h 50m

Nelson

Mon 22/6

17:45-08:05

1 stop16h 20m

$664

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Fri 5/6

18:10-09:00

1 stop12h 50m

Nelson

Mon 8/6

17:45-08:05

1 stop16h 20m

$680

BrisbaneNelson

BNE - NSN

BNENSN

Brisbane

Sat 4/7

19:35-11:20

1 stop13h 45m

Nelson

Sun 12/7

14:50-08:10

1 stop19h 20m

$695

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/7

07:50-20:05

1 stop10h 15m

Nelson

Mon 27/7

17:55-08:10

2 stops16h 15m

$699

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Sat 6/6

08:35-18:35

1 stop8h 00m

Nelson

Wed 10/6

19:20-17:30

1 stop24h 10m

$706

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Fri 3/7

18:55-09:00

2 stops12h 05m

Nelson

Fri 10/7

16:20-08:10

1 stop17h 50m

$742

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/10

19:20-08:05

1 stop10h 45m

Nelson

Mon 18/1

15:20-21:45

1 stop8h 25m

$778

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 4/7

17:55-09:00

1 stop13h 05m

Nelson

Sat 11/7

13:05-08:10

1 stop21h 05m

$782

BrisbaneNelson

BNE - NSN

BNENSN

Brisbane

Sat 18/7

19:35-10:35

1 stop13h 00m

Nelson

Mon 20/7

17:45-08:05

1 stop16h 20m

$810

BrisbaneNelson

BNE - NSN

BNENSN

Brisbane

Sun 26/7

19:35-08:05

1 stop10h 30m

Nelson

Sat 8/8

16:20-08:10

2 stops17h 50m

$849

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Deals found on 20/5

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to Nelson

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to Nelson

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Nelson (average of $505). Flying from Australia to Nelson in July is currently the most expensive (average of $702). 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.

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 23 May 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways from Australia to Nelson have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
648 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,041 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
648 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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 Australia to Nelson. 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 into for flights to Nelson from Australia?

    Nelson (NSN), located 5.9 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Australia to Nelson.

  • How long is the flight from Australia to Nelson?

    Airlines like Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways fly from Australia to Nelson in about 11h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 15m. There are 2456 km between Australia and Nelson. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Australia to Nelson?

    When deciding which route to take from Australia to Nelson, consider Sydney Kingsford Smith - Nelson, Brisbane - Nelson or Melbourne - Nelson, as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Australia to Nelson that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Australia to Nelson flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to Nelson?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Australia to Nelson.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Australia to Nelson?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to Nelson 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 Australia to Nelson?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Nelson (average of $505). Flying from Australia to Nelson in July is currently the most expensive (average of $702). 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 2 airlines flying from Australia to Nelson

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Australia to Nelson. 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 23 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$632Average$1,012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$713Average$1,006FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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