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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Nelson from $409

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 28/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — NSN
7 Dec — 14 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Nelson
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Nelson. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 November 2025.

Thu 4/1218:50MEL - NSN
2 stops13h 20mAir New Zealand
Thu 11/1219:00NSN - MEL
1 stop14h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/11$773

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Nelson

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Nelson (NSN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 7 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$773

One-way from

$409

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$796
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 4/12-11/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 28h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Nelson
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28/1
  • 28/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 5h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Nelson
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($164 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($73 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Thu 4/12

18:50-10:10

2 stops13h 20m

Nelson

Thu 11/12

19:00-07:55

1 stop14h 55m

$773

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Thu 26/3

18:50-11:15

2 stops14h 25m

Nelson

Mon 30/3

17:35-08:10

1 stop16h 35m

$842

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Thu 26/3

06:45-16:55

1 stop8h 10m

Nelson

Mon 30/3

06:00-17:25

1 stop13h 25m

$966

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Wed 28/1

12:05-20:00

1 stop5h 55m

$409

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Tue 27/1

20:35-20:45

2 stops22h 10m

$442

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Wed 11/2

06:15-20:45

2 stops12h 30m

$445

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Tue 10/2

18:50-11:15

1 stop14h 25m

$466

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Thu 12/2

18:50-08:55

1 stop12h 05m

$476

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Thu 12/2

18:50-10:10

2 stops13h 20m

$526

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Mon 5/1

18:55-08:55

1 stop12h 00m

$551

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Nelson (average of $268). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Nelson in September is currently the most expensive (average of $482). 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 7 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand from Melbourne Airport 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
526 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - BNE

I had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
526 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
526 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - BNE

I had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne 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 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 Airport to Nelson?

    Airlines like Air New Zealand fly from Melbourne Airport to Nelson in about 13h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance from Melbourne Airport to Nelson is about 2456 km.

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

    Currently priced at $569, Air New Zealand will fly you from Melbourne Airport to Nelson and back. In addition to Air New Zealand, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. This flight start at 34% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • 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 Airport to Nelson?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Nelson (average of $268). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Nelson in September is currently the most expensive (average of $482). 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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Air New ZealandCheapest$569Average$881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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