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Cheap flights from Nelson to Australia from $363

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 2/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NSN — SYD
11 Jul — 18 Jul1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Nelson to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Nelson to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 6 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$798

One-way from

$363

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$882
18/8-25/8
  • 18/8-25/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 30m total
  • Nelson to Australia
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2/12
  • 2/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 05m total
  • Nelson to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($233 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($58 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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Cheapest flights from Nelson to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nelson to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 July 2025.

Mon 18/808:10NSN - MEL
1 stop25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 25/823:55MEL - NSN
1 stop16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/7$798
Mon 18/816:00NSN - SYD
2 stops18h 45mAir New Zealand
Mon 25/818:20SYD - NSN
2 stops13h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/7$901
Tue 19/808:45NSN - MEL
1 stop13h 50mAir New Zealand
Tue 26/818:55MEL - NSN
2 stops11h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/7$901
Fri 15/816:00NSN - SYD
2 stops18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 19/806:20SYD - NSN
1 stop10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$904
Wed 16/708:10NSN - MEL
1 stop11h 25mQantas Airways
Mon 21/709:25MEL - NSN
1 stop10h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,193
Fri 12/908:45NSN - SYD
2 stops12h 10mQantas Airways
Sat 11/1006:00SYD - NSN
2 stops10h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,315
Tue 19/817:35NSN - PER
2 stops22h 45mQantas Airways
Tue 26/823:55PER - NSN
2 stops28h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,508
Tue 19/817:35NSN - PER
2 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 26/819:50PER - NSN
1 stop21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,602
Tue 19/806:45NSN - PER
1 stop13h 15mAir New Zealand
Tue 26/819:50PER - NSN
1 stop15h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/7$1,608

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Nelson to Australia that are best for you.

Fly from

Nelson

Fly to

Australia

Route

Departure

Return

Price

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Mon 18/8

08:10-08:05

1 stop25h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 25/8

23:55-18:30

1 stop16h 35m

$798

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Mon 18/8

16:00-08:45

2 stops18h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/8

18:20-09:50

2 stops13h 30m

$901

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Tue 19/8

08:45-20:35

1 stop13h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 26/8

18:55-08:50

2 stops11h 55m

$901

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Fri 15/8

16:00-08:05

2 stops18h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 19/8

06:20-18:30

1 stop10h 10m

$904

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Wed 16/7

08:10-17:35

1 stop11h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 21/7

09:25-21:45

1 stop10h 20m

$1,193

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Fri 12/9

08:45-18:55

2 stops12h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/10

06:00-18:30

2 stops10h 30m

$1,315

NelsonPerth

NSN - PER

NSNPER

Nelson

Tue 19/8

17:35-12:20

2 stops22h 45m

Perth

Tue 26/8

23:55-08:15

2 stops28h 20m

$1,508

NelsonPerth

NSN - PER

NSNPER

Nelson

Tue 19/8

17:35-12:20

2 stops22h 45m

Perth

Tue 26/8

19:50-21:45

1 stop21h 55m

$1,602

NelsonPerth

NSN - PER

NSNPER

Nelson

Tue 19/8

06:45-16:00

1 stop13h 15m

Perth

Tue 26/8

19:50-14:55

1 stop15h 05m

$1,608

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Tue 2/12

11:45-22:50

1 stop13h 05m

$363

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Best time to book a flight from Nelson to Australia

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson to Australia (average of $268). Flying from Nelson to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NSN to AU?

Find hourly flight availability from Nelson to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 6 July 2025.

When flying from Nelson to Australia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated 6 July 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways from Nelson to Australia by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
488 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
488 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
488 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
873 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
488 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Nelson to Australia?

    Most people fly from Nelson (NSN) if they book a flight from Nelson to Australia. Nelson is conveniently located just 5.9 km from Nelson’s city centre.

  • What are the most popular routes from Nelson to Australia?

    The most popular flight routes from Nelson to Australia are Nelson - Melbourne, Nelson - Sydney Kingsford Smith and Nelson - Perth.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Nelson to Australia that include hotel bookings?

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson to Australia (average of $268). Flying from Nelson to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Nelson to Australia

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Nelson to Australia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 6 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$601Average$1,034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$859Average$974FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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