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$65+ Cheap flights from Nelson

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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
NSN — AKL
27 Feb — 6 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

What to know about flights from Nelson

Discover essential information about flights departing from Nelson, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Nelson airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 28 January 2026.

Cheapest one-way flight

$101

Cheapest round-trip flight

$134

Cheapest airline

Originair

Most popular destination

Auckland Intl (AKL)

Good round-trip deal

$247 or less

Good one-way deal

$156 or less
The cheapest one-way flight from Nelson is currently to Wellington.
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The cheapest round-trip flight from Nelson is currently to Wellington.
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On average, Originair currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Nelson (avg. price of $242).
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Auckland Intl (AKL) is currently the most popular flight destination from Nelson (average return price of $258).
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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 28 January 2026.

Thu 12/307:10
NSN
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WLG
Nonstop0h 45m
Sounds Air
Mon 16/306:00
WLG
-
NSN
Nonstop0h 50m
Sounds Air
Deal found 27/1$139
Thu 12/319:00
NSN
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CHC
Nonstop1h 00m
Air New Zealand
Thu 19/310:20
CHC
-
NSN
Nonstop0h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 26/1$197
Fri 13/217:10
NSN
-
CHC
Nonstop0h 50m
Originair
Sun 15/217:20
CHC
-
NSN
Nonstop0h 50m
Originair
Deal found 27/1$199
Tue 24/212:00
NSN
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 00m
Air New Zealand
Tue 3/311:35
CHC
-
NSN
Nonstop0h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 27/1$220
Tue 14/417:45
NSN
-
CHC
Nonstop0h 55m
Air New Zealand
Tue 21/419:05
CHC
-
NSN
Nonstop1h 00m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 27/1$235
Sun 12/410:05
NSN
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AKL
Nonstop1h 30m
Air New Zealand
Sat 2/517:00
AKL
-
NSN
Nonstop1h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 26/1$284
Mon 23/209:25
NSN
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CHC
Nonstop1h 00m
Air New Zealand
Mon 2/319:05
CHC
-
NSN
Nonstop0h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 26/1$295
Thu 12/307:10
NSN
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CHC
1 stop13h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 19/310:20
CHC
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NSN
Nonstop0h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1$302
Thu 12/307:10
NSN
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WLG
Nonstop0h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/319:00
WLG
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NSN
1 stop17h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1$319
Thu 12/306:20
NSN
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AKL
1 stop3h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/309:00
AKL
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NSN
Nonstop1h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1$320
Thu 12/306:30
NSN
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AKL
Nonstop1h 30m
Air New Zealand
Mon 16/309:00
AKL
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NSN
Nonstop1h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 27/1$329
Fri 13/320:15
NSN
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AKL
1 stop12h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 20/319:25
AKL
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NSN
1 stop12h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1$335

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Auckland

Route

Departure

Return

Price

NelsonWellington

NSN - WLG

NSNWLG

Nelson

Thu 12/3

07:10-07:55

Nonstop0h 45m

Wellington

Mon 16/3

06:00-06:50

Nonstop0h 50m

$139

NelsonChristchurch

NSN - CHC

NSNCHC

Nelson

Thu 12/3

19:00-20:00

Nonstop1h 00m

Christchurch

Thu 19/3

10:20-11:15

Nonstop0h 55m

$197

NelsonChristchurch

NSN - CHC

NSNCHC

Nelson

Fri 13/2

17:10-18:00

Nonstop0h 50m

Christchurch

Sun 15/2

17:20-18:10

Nonstop0h 50m

$199

NelsonChristchurch

NSN - CHC

NSNCHC

Nelson

Tue 24/2

12:00-13:00

Nonstop1h 00m

Christchurch

Tue 3/3

11:35-12:30

Nonstop0h 55m

$220

NelsonChristchurch

NSN - CHC

NSNCHC

Nelson

Tue 14/4

17:45-18:40

Nonstop0h 55m

Christchurch

Tue 21/4

19:05-20:05

Nonstop1h 00m

$235

NelsonAuckland

NSN - AKL

NSNAKL

Nelson

Wed 11/3

06:40-10:15

1 stop3h 35m

Auckland Intl

Wed 18/3

15:20-16:55

Nonstop1h 35m

$290

NelsonChristchurch

NSN - CHC

NSNCHC

Nelson

Mon 23/2

09:25-10:25

Nonstop1h 00m

Christchurch

Mon 2/3

19:05-20:00

Nonstop0h 55m

$295

NelsonAuckland

NSN - AKL

NSNAKL

Nelson

Thu 12/3

06:20-10:15

1 stop3h 55m

Auckland Intl

Mon 16/3

09:00-10:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$297

NelsonChristchurch

NSN - CHC

NSNCHC

Nelson

Thu 12/3

07:10-20:35

1 stop13h 25m

Christchurch

Thu 19/3

10:20-11:15

Nonstop0h 55m

$302

NelsonAuckland

NSN - AKL

NSNAKL

Nelson

Thu 12/3

13:15-14:45

Nonstop1h 30m

Auckland Intl

Mon 16/3

09:00-10:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$310

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Travel insights for flights from Nelson

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When is the best time to book a flight from Nelson?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Nelson to Auckland. Price data was last updated on 23 January 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Nelson, you should look to book at least 74 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson (average of $55). Flying from Nelson in October will prove the most costly (average of $100). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from Nelson?

For round-trip flights from Nelson you’ll fly on: Air New Zealand. This airline flies to the following popular destinations: Auckland.

Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From $142
Sounds Air
Sounds Air
From $121
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From $1,103
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $619

What are popular destinations to fly to from Nelson?

Some of the most frequent flights departing from Nelson everyday are: Auckland (105 flights per day), Wellington (75 flights per day), and Christchurch (59 flights per day).

Auckland Intl
Auckland Intl
From $126
Wellington
Wellington
From $101
Christchurch
Christchurch
From $112

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Nelson?

The cheapest city to fly to from Nelson is Wellington, with prices starting at $101. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Wellington
Wellington
From $101
Christchurch
Christchurch
From $112
Auckland Intl
Auckland Intl
From $126

Airline reviews for flights from Nelson

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Nelson. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Nelson. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches.
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
577 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
577 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
577 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Nelson. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 28 January 2026.

  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Nelson?

    The most popular destinations from Nelson this month are Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch. The top year-round destinations include Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Nelson to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Nelson for as low as $101 to Wellington (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for $672 to fly from Nelson.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Nelson to anywhere?

    According to our data, users have found Originair, Sounds Air, and West Coast Air to have the cheapest round-trip prices from Nelson. Some of the destinations and prices are as follows: Originair flights from Nelson to Palmerston North ($110). Sounds Air flights from Nelson to Wellington ($121). West Coast Air flights from Nelson to Wellington ($141).

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from Nelson?

    Premium economy can provide you with benefits such as more leg room and ideal seating locations without the price tag of a business class flight. Some of the cheapest premium economy flight options from Nelson are below:
    Fly from Nelson to Wellington starting at $1,426
    Fly from Nelson to Christchurch starting at $3,403
    Fly from Nelson to Auckland starting at $3,438

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Nelson?

    At the present moment the cheapest month to fly from Nelson is currently March; with October being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

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