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$77+ 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 28/9. 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
13 Sep — 20 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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NelsonWellington

NSN Nelson - WLG Wellington

NSNWLG

Nelson

Thu 3/9

09:50-10:35

Nonstop0h 45m

Wellington

Mon 7/9

12:55-13:45

Nonstop0h 50m

$181

NelsonWellington

NSN Nelson - WLG Wellington

NSNWLG

Nelson

Mon 2/11

19:25-20:10

Nonstop0h 45m

Wellington

Tue 3/11

08:40-09:30

Nonstop0h 50m

$188

NelsonWellington

NSN Nelson - WLG Wellington

NSNWLG

Nelson

Tue 22/9

20:10-20:55

Nonstop0h 45m

Wellington

Fri 25/9

07:00-07:50

Nonstop0h 50m

$202

NelsonChristchurch

NSN Nelson - CHC Christchurch

NSNCHC

Nelson

Sat 3/10

17:45-18:40

Nonstop0h 55m

Christchurch

Sun 4/10

08:00-09:00

Nonstop1h 00m

$221

NelsonChristchurch

NSN Nelson - CHC Christchurch

NSNCHC

Nelson

Sat 19/9

17:45-18:40

Nonstop0h 55m

Christchurch

Mon 21/9

10:15-11:15

Nonstop1h 00m

$269

NelsonChristchurch

NSN Nelson - CHC Christchurch

NSNCHC

Nelson

Fri 25/9

19:20-20:15

Nonstop0h 55m

Christchurch

Fri 2/10

17:45-18:45

Nonstop1h 00m

$287

NelsonWellington

NSN Nelson - WLG Wellington

NSNWLG

Nelson

Mon 2/11

08:55-09:40

Nonstop0h 45m

Wellington

Tue 3/11

12:25-20:05

1 stop7h 40m

$308

NelsonWellington

NSN Nelson - WLG Wellington

NSNWLG

Nelson

Sat 26/9

08:10-08:55

Nonstop0h 45m

Wellington

Sat 3/10

09:55-10:45

Nonstop0h 50m

$311

NelsonAuckland

NSN Nelson - AKL Auckland Intl

NSNAKL

Nelson

Tue 22/9

06:30-08:00

Nonstop1h 30m

Auckland Intl

Wed 23/9

15:20-16:55

Nonstop1h 35m

$316

NelsonChristchurch

NSN Nelson - CHC Christchurch

NSNCHC

Nelson

Sat 5/9

17:45-18:40

Nonstop0h 55m

Christchurch

Tue 8/9

19:05-20:05

Nonstop1h 00m

$325

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Travel insights for flights from Nelson

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Nelson including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson (average of $315). Flying from Nelson in March will prove the most costly (average of $436). 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 $163
Sounds Air
Sounds Air
From $132
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From $1,244
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $1,015

What are popular destinations to fly to from Nelson?

Some of the most frequent flights departing from Nelson everyday are: Auckland (71 flights per day), Wellington (58 flights per day), and Christchurch (56 flights per day).

Auckland Intl
Auckland Intl
From $109
Wellington
Wellington
From $94
Christchurch
Christchurch
From $99

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Nelson?

The cheapest city to fly to from Nelson is Wellington, with prices starting at $94. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Wellington
Wellington
From $94
Christchurch
Christchurch
From $99
Auckland Intl
Auckland Intl
From $109

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Nelson, you should look to book at least 70 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.

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
662 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

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

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

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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 14 August 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 $94 to Wellington (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for $750 to fly from Nelson.

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

    According to our data, users have found Sounds Air, Air New Zealand, and Originair to have the cheapest round-trip prices from Nelson. Some of the destinations and prices are as follows: Sounds Air flights from Nelson to Wellington ($132). Air New Zealand flights from Nelson to Auckland Intl ($163). Originair flights from Nelson to Wellington ($166).

  • 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 $1,462
    Fly from Nelson to Auckland starting at $3,906

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Nelson?

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

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from Nelson?

    Here are some of the cheapest flight destinations from Nelson:
    Fly from Nelson to Auckland from $228 round trip

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