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Cheap flights from Australia to Nelson from $467

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 9/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — NSN
11 Jun — 18 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 12 May 2026.

Sun 26/719:10
BNE
-
NSN
1 stop20h 00m
Air New Zealand
Sat 8/817:30
NSN
-
BNE
1 stop16h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 10/5$653
Thu 4/618:30
MEL
-
NSN
2 stops12h 40m
Air New Zealand
Sat 13/616:20
NSN
-
MEL
2 stops20h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 11/5$672
Sun 7/623:55
MEL
-
NSN
1 stop7h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 13/617:45
NSN
-
MEL
1 stop18h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/5$715
Sat 13/617:55
SYD
-
NSN
1 stop13h 05m
Air New Zealand
Sun 21/617:45
NSN
-
SYD
1 stop16h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 8/5$716
Sun 7/618:10
MEL
-
NSN
1 stop12h 50m
Air New Zealand
Sat 13/616:20
NSN
-
MEL
2 stops17h 45m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 9/5$730
Thu 11/612:20
BNE
-
NSN
2 stops18h 40m
Air New Zealand
Sat 20/617:45
NSN
-
BNE
1 stop16h 20m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 10/5$743
Wed 24/618:45
MEL
-
NSN
1 stop11h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 1/712:10
NSN
-
MEL
1 stop23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/5$755
Tue 20/1019:20
SYD
-
NSN
1 stop10h 45m
Air New Zealand
Mon 18/115:20
NSN
-
SYD
1 stop8h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 11/5$758
Wed 1/723:55
MEL
-
NSN
1 stop9h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 18/717:30
NSN
-
MEL
1 stop7h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/5$768
Thu 12/1112:05
MEL
-
NSN
1 stop18h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/1114:35
NSN
-
MEL
1 stop19h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5$774
Wed 24/619:10
BNE
-
NSN
1 stop11h 50m
Air New Zealand
Wed 1/706:20
NSN
-
BNE
1 stop13h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 10/5$776
Sat 13/607:50
SYD
-
NSN
2 stops9h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 21/609:20
NSN
-
SYD
2 stops14h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$799

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 12 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$653

One-way from

$467

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$958
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 26/7-8/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 45m total
  • Australia to Nelson
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 9/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 9h 30m total
  • Australia to Nelson
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($153 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($40 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 12 May 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Thu 4/6

18:30-09:00

1 stop12h 30m

Nelson

Sat 13/6

16:20-10:55

2 stops20h 35m

$675

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Sun 7/6

23:55-09:35

1 stop7h 40m

Nelson

Sat 13/6

17:45-10:05

1 stop18h 20m

$715

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 13/6

19:20-10:10

2 stops12h 50m

Nelson

Sun 21/6

17:45-08:10

1 stop16h 25m

$725

BrisbaneNelson

BNE - NSN

BNENSN

Brisbane

Thu 11/6

12:20-09:00

2 stops18h 40m

Nelson

Sat 20/6

17:45-08:05

1 stop16h 20m

$743

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/10

07:50-16:55

1 stop7h 05m

Nelson

Mon 18/1

07:35-21:45

2 stops16h 10m

$758

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Wed 24/6

18:45-09:30

2 stops12h 45m

Nelson

Wed 1/7

14:15-08:05

2 stops19h 50m

$798

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Wed 1/7

15:00-10:10

2 stops17h 10m

Nelson

Sat 18/7

16:20-08:05

2 stops17h 45m

$810

BrisbaneNelson

BNE - NSN

BNENSN

Brisbane

Sun 26/7

19:10-09:10

2 stops12h 00m

Nelson

Sat 8/8

17:30-08:10

1 stop16h 40m

$843

BrisbaneNelson

BNE - NSN

BNENSN

Brisbane

Thu 25/6

23:55-14:45

1 stop12h 50m

Nelson

Thu 2/7

10:05-19:15

1 stop11h 10m

$859
Fastest return journey

BrisbaneNelson

BNE - NSN

BNENSN

Brisbane

Wed 10/6

09:00-17:10

1 stop6h 10m

Nelson

Sat 13/6

09:30-17:45

1 stop10h 15m

$969

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Deals found on 8/5

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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Nelson (average of $454). Flying from Australia to Nelson in May is currently the most expensive (average of $737). 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 12 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
642 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

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

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

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
1,034 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
642 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

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 12h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 55m. 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 Melbourne - Nelson, Sydney Kingsford Smith - Nelson or Brisbane - 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Nelson (average of $454). Flying from Australia to Nelson in May is currently the most expensive (average of $737). 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 12 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$594Average$987FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$703Average$990FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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