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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 4/3. 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
16 Mar — 23 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 14 February 2026.

Cheapest one-way flight

$68

Cheapest round-trip flight

$167

Cheapest airline

Originair

Most popular destination

Auckland Intl (AKL)

Good round-trip deal

$245 or less

Good one-way deal

$142 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 $275).
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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 14 February 2026.

Tue 24/313:00
NSN
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 00m
Air New Zealand
Tue 31/319:05
CHC
-
NSN
Nonstop1h 00m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 11/2$162
Fri 20/311:10
NSN
-
WLG
Nonstop0h 40m
Originair
Mon 23/312:30
WLG
-
NSN
Nonstop0h 40m
Originair
Deal found 12/2$230
Sat 21/306:40
NSN
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 00m
Air New Zealand
Sat 21/310:20
CHC
-
NSN
Nonstop0h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 12/2$245
Sat 7/317:30
NSN
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 00m
Air New Zealand
Sun 8/308:00
CHC
-
NSN
Nonstop0h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 12/2$247
Thu 16/706:30
NSN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 30m
Air New Zealand
Sun 19/710:10
AKL
-
NSN
1 stop2h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 11/2$258
Tue 10/317:35
NSN
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AKL
1 stop3h 30m
Air New Zealand
Tue 17/309:00
AKL
-
NSN
Nonstop1h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 12/2$270
Sat 28/308:10
NSN
-
AKL
1 stop6h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 30/319:30
AKL
-
NSN
1 stop11h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/2$283
Tue 31/309:30
NSN
-
AKL
1 stop8h 00m
Air New Zealand
Tue 7/418:15
AKL
-
NSN
Nonstop1h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 13/2$290
Sat 28/217:30
NSN
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 00m
Air New Zealand
Wed 4/313:00
CHC
-
NSN
Nonstop0h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 12/2$292
Fri 13/306:40
NSN
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 00m
Air New Zealand
Fri 20/313:00
CHC
-
NSN
Nonstop0h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 13/2$298
Sat 28/306:40
NSN
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AKL
1 stop6h 45m
Air New Zealand
Mon 30/309:45
AKL
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NSN
Nonstop1h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 13/2$316
Sat 7/306:20
NSN
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WLG
Nonstop0h 40m
Air New Zealand
Sun 8/320:00
WLG
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NSN
Nonstop0h 45m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 12/2$320

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Auckland

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Departure

Return

Price

NelsonWellington

NSN - WLG

NSNWLG

Nelson

Fri 20/3

11:10-11:50

Nonstop0h 40m

Wellington

Mon 23/3

12:30-13:10

Nonstop0h 40m

$230

NelsonChristchurch

NSN - CHC

NSNCHC

Nelson

Sat 7/3

17:30-18:30

Nonstop1h 00m

Christchurch

Sun 8/3

08:00-08:55

Nonstop0h 55m

$247

NelsonAuckland

NSN - AKL

NSNAKL

Nelson

Sun 31/5

17:55-20:55

1 stop3h 00m

Auckland Intl

Wed 24/6

09:45-11:20

Nonstop1h 35m

$258

NelsonAuckland

NSN - AKL

NSNAKL

Nelson

Thu 16/7

06:30-08:00

Nonstop1h 30m

Auckland Intl

Sun 19/7

10:10-12:40

1 stop2h 30m

$258

NelsonChristchurch

NSN - CHC

NSNCHC

Nelson

Tue 24/3

13:00-14:00

Nonstop1h 00m

Christchurch

Tue 31/3

15:55-20:45

1 stop4h 50m

$260

NelsonAuckland

NSN - AKL

NSNAKL

Nelson

Tue 10/3

17:35-21:05

1 stop3h 30m

Auckland Intl

Tue 17/3

09:00-10:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$270

NelsonAuckland

NSN - AKL

NSNAKL

Nelson

Sat 28/3

08:10-14:15

1 stop6h 05m

Auckland Intl

Mon 30/3

19:30-06:50

1 stop11h 20m

$283

NelsonAuckland

NSN - AKL

NSNAKL

Nelson

Tue 31/3

09:30-17:30

1 stop8h 00m

Auckland Intl

Tue 7/4

18:15-19:50

Nonstop1h 35m

$290

NelsonChristchurch

NSN - CHC

NSNCHC

Nelson

Sat 28/2

17:30-18:30

Nonstop1h 00m

Christchurch

Wed 4/3

13:00-13:55

Nonstop0h 55m

$292

NelsonChristchurch

NSN - CHC

NSNCHC

Nelson

Fri 13/3

06:40-07:40

Nonstop1h 00m

Christchurch

Fri 20/3

13:00-13:55

Nonstop0h 55m

$298

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Best time to book a flight from Nelson

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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 6 February 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 $99). 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 $151
Sounds Air
Sounds Air
From $123
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From $1,096
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $614

What are popular destinations to fly to from Nelson?

Some of the most frequent flights departing from Nelson everyday are: Auckland (110 flights per day), Wellington (86 flights per day), and Christchurch (57 flights per day).

Auckland Intl
Auckland Intl
From $125
Wellington
Wellington
From $68
Christchurch
Christchurch
From $96

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Nelson?

The cheapest city to fly to from Nelson is Wellington, with prices starting at $68. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Wellington
Wellington
From $68
Christchurch
Christchurch
From $96
Auckland Intl
Auckland Intl
From $125

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
582 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

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

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

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 14 February 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 $68 to Wellington (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for $653 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 ($109). Sounds Air flights from Nelson to Wellington ($123). West Coast Air flights from Nelson to Wellington ($140).

  • 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 $1,416
    Fly from Nelson to Christchurch starting at $3,378
    Fly from Nelson to Auckland starting at $3,413

  • 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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