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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Nelson from $445

MEL — NSN
28 Sep — 5 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Nelson

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Nelson

Thu 12/1119:10 -
1 stop11h 50m
Mon 16/1112:10 -
1 stop7h 50m
Deal found 25/8$786
Mon 19/1023:55 -
2 stops15h 10m
Wed 28/1019:20 -
1 stop17h 45m
Deal found 24/8$814
Mon 12/1018:55 -
2 stops13h 15m
Sun 18/1012:10 -
1 stop22h 00m
Deal found 26/8$831
Mon 12/1018:55 -
1 stop18h 50m
Mon 19/1012:10 -
1 stop22h 00m
Deal found 28/8$832
Tue 20/1012:05 -
1 stop18h 55m
Wed 28/1019:20 -
1 stop17h 45m
Deal found 25/8$853
Thu 22/1018:30 -
1 stop14h 45m
Mon 26/1006:40 -
1 stop6h 25m
Deal found 27/8$857
Mon 12/1018:55 -
2 stops14h 20m
Mon 19/1016:20 -
2 stops17h 45m
Deal found 28/8$866

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Nelson

Round-trip from

$754

One-way from

$445

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$721
31/1-28/2
  • 31/1-28/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Nelson
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 31/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Nelson
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($338 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($53 potential savings vs. average return price).
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MelbourneNelson

MEL Melbourne - NSN Nelson

MELNSN

Melbourne

Thu 12/11

19:10-09:00

1 stop11h 50m

Nelson

Mon 16/11

12:10-18:00

1 stop7h 50m

$786

MelbourneNelson

MEL Melbourne - NSN Nelson

MELNSN

Melbourne

Tue 20/10

12:05-09:00

1 stop18h 55m

Nelson

Wed 28/10

19:20-11:05

1 stop17h 45m

$853

MelbourneNelson

MEL Melbourne - NSN Nelson

MELNSN

Melbourne

Thu 22/10

18:30-11:15

1 stop14h 45m

Nelson

Mon 26/10

06:40-11:05

1 stop6h 25m

$857

MelbourneNelson

MEL Melbourne - NSN Nelson

MELNSN

Melbourne

Mon 12/10

18:55-11:15

2 stops14h 20m

Nelson

Sun 18/10

17:55-08:05

2 stops16h 10m

$881

MelbourneNelson

MEL Melbourne - NSN Nelson

MELNSN

Melbourne

Fri 23/10

15:00-10:10

2 stops17h 10m

Nelson

Tue 27/10

12:10-17:40

1 stop7h 30m

$881

MelbourneNelson

MEL Melbourne - NSN Nelson

MELNSN

Melbourne

Thu 8/10

18:30-17:10

1 stop20h 40m

Nelson

Thu 15/10

06:40-11:05

1 stop6h 25m

$884

MelbourneNelson

MEL Melbourne - NSN Nelson

MELNSN

Melbourne

Thu 12/11

15:00-10:10

2 stops17h 10m

Nelson

Mon 23/11

08:55-18:00

2 stops11h 05m

$914
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Fastest single journey

MelbourneNelson

MEL Melbourne - NSN Nelson

MELNSN

Melbourne

Sat 31/10

19:10-09:00

1 stop11h 50m

$445

MelbourneNelson

MEL Melbourne - NSN Nelson

MELNSN

Melbourne

Wed 30/9

17:55-09:10

2 stops12h 15m

$507

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Deals found on 28/8

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Nelson

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

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Nelson (average of $703). Flying from Melbourne to Nelson in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,349). 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 Melbourne to Nelson?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Melbourne to Nelson flights typically cost between $745 and $962 in January.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $754 on Multiple Airlines (31 Jan–28 Feb).

Reviews of airlines servicing Nelson

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand from Melbourne to Nelson 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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Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
665 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
665 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.

Related info for your journey

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

    Nelson (NSN), located 5.9 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Nelson. 1 airline have flights to Nelson from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Nelson should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Nelson?

    For as low as $786, Air New Zealand can have you in Nelson from Melbourne in 11h 50m. Melbourne and Nelson are separated by a distance of 2456 km.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne to Nelson round-trip?

    Air New Zealand, at $643, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne to Nelson.. Air New Zealand is 31% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Nelson (average of $703). Flying from Melbourne to Nelson in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,349). 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 Melbourne to Nelson

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$643Average$960FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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