Where can you fly direct from Nelson?

Currently, the most popular direct flight destination from Nelson is Auckland.

How much are direct flights from Nelson?

On average, a one-way direct flight from Nelson will cost users approximately $219. If you're looking for a direct round-trip flight from Nelson, you can expect to pay around $639.

How long is a direct flight from Nelson?

While the flight duration depends heavily on the destination, on average, travelers can expect non-stop flights from Nelson to last approximately 1h 01m on average. The quickest direct flight from Nelson at this time departs from Nelson (0h 40m), while the longest leaves from Nelson (1h 30m).

What is the best time of year to fly direct from Nelson?

If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight from Nelson, September is worth consideration as prices are at their lowest, on average. In terms of the number of daily non-stop flights, September offers travelers the most options.

At the moment, the best time to book a non-stop flight from Nelson is in July with an average price of $146. If you're looking to fly direct from Nelson in October, expect to pay the most, with an average price of $206. Keep in mind that different factors like airlines, departure airports, and times can affect the cost of your flight, so it's a good idea to compare these to find the best deal.

At the moment, the best time to book a non-stop flight from Nelson is in July with an average price of $146. If you're looking to fly direct from Nelson in October, expect to pay the most, with an average price of $206. Keep in mind that different factors like airlines, departure airports, and times can affect the cost of your flight, so it's a good idea to compare these to find the best deal.

Direct flights from Nelson

Cheapest flights from Nelson
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nelson. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 17 July 2025.

Mon 4/815:10NSN - WLG

Nonstop0h 45mSounds Air

Mon 4/818:35WLG - NSN

Nonstop0h 50mSounds Air

Deal found 15/7$136

Wed 6/808:20NSN - WLG

Nonstop0h 40mOriginair

Wed 6/812:50WLG - NSN

Nonstop0h 40mOriginair

Deal found 15/7$160

Thu 21/806:30NSN - CHC

Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand

Sat 23/808:40CHC - NSN

Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand

Deal found 14/7$161

Sun 3/813:20NSN - WLG

Nonstop0h 40mMultiple Airlines

Tue 5/819:40WLG - NSN

Nonstop0h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/7$205

Wed 6/816:00NSN - WLG

Nonstop0h 40mAir New Zealand

Thu 7/808:05WLG - NSN

Nonstop0h 45mAir New Zealand

Deal found 15/7$222

Fri 29/819:00NSN - AKL

Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand

Fri 5/917:00AKL - NSN

Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand

Deal found 15/7$261

One-way flights from Nelson
Search for one-way flight options from Nelson. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 17 July 2025.

Mon 11/819:45NSN - WLG

Nonstop0h 45mSounds Air

Deal found 15/7$69

Sun 2/1113:20NSN - WLG

Nonstop0h 40mOriginair

Deal found 16/7$81

Sat 18/1014:25NSN - CHC

Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand

Deal found 14/7$82

Sat 4/1006:50NSN - WLG

Nonstop0h 40mAir New Zealand

Deal found 15/7$98

Thu 20/1111:45NSN - AKL

Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand

Deal found 14/7$104

Find direct flights from Nelson within your budget

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Route

Departure

Return

Price

NelsonWellington

NSN - WLG

NSNWLG

Nelson

Mon 4/8

15:10-15:55

Nonstop0h 45m

Wellington

Mon 4/8

18:35-19:25

Nonstop0h 50m

$136

NelsonWellington

NSN - WLG

NSNWLG

Nelson

Wed 6/8

08:20-09:00

Nonstop0h 40m

Wellington

Wed 6/8

12:50-13:30

Nonstop0h 40m

$160

NelsonChristchurch

NSN - CHC

NSNCHC

Nelson

Thu 21/8

06:30-07:25

Nonstop0h 55m

Christchurch

Sat 23/8

08:40-09:35

Nonstop0h 55m

$177

NelsonWellington

NSN - WLG

NSNWLG

Nelson

Sun 3/8

13:20-14:00

Nonstop0h 40m

Wellington

Tue 5/8

19:40-20:25

Nonstop0h 45m

$205

NelsonWellington

NSN - WLG

NSNWLG

Nelson

Wed 6/8

16:00-16:40

Nonstop0h 40m

Wellington

Thu 7/8

08:05-08:50

Nonstop0h 45m

$222

NelsonAuckland

NSN - AKL

NSNAKL

Nelson

Fri 29/8

19:00-20:30

Nonstop1h 30m

Auckland Intl

Fri 5/9

17:00-18:30

Nonstop1h 30m

$261

NelsonWellington

NSN - WLG

NSNWLG

Nelson

Mon 11/8

19:45-20:30

Nonstop0h 45m

$69

NelsonWellington

NSN - WLG

NSNWLG

Nelson

Sun 2/11

13:20-14:00

Nonstop0h 40m

$81

NelsonChristchurch

NSN - CHC

NSNCHC

Nelson

Sat 18/10

14:25-15:20

Nonstop0h 55m

$82

NelsonWellington

NSN - WLG

NSNWLG

Nelson

Sat 4/10

06:50-07:30

Nonstop0h 40m

$98

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 15/7

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Reviews of airlines flying direct to Nelson

See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand from Nelson have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

496 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

496 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

496 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Related info for your journey

Where can you fly direct from Nelson?
Currently, the most popular direct flight destination from Nelson is Auckland.
How much are direct flights from Nelson?
On average, a one-way direct flight from Nelson will cost users approximately $219. If you're looking for a direct round-trip flight from Nelson, you can expect to pay around $639.
How long is a direct flight from Nelson?
While the flight duration depends heavily on the destination, on average, travelers can expect non-stop flights from Nelson to last approximately 1h 01m on average. The quickest direct flight from Nelson at this time departs from Nelson (0h 40m), while the longest leaves from Nelson (1h 30m).
What is the best time of year to fly direct from Nelson?
If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight from Nelson, September is worth consideration as prices are at their lowest, on average. In terms of the number of daily non-stop flights, September offers travelers the most options.

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