Cheap flights from Nelson to Christchurch from $122
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 20/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NSN — CHC
5 Dec — 12 Dec1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Nelson to Christchurch are usually found in October or May, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Tuesday
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Cheapest flights from Nelson to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nelson to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 November 2025.
Sat 6/1213:00NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Sun 7/1208:00CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/11$254
Thu 20/1117:30NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Mon 24/1111:35CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/11$353
Tue 18/1112:00NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Sat 22/1111:35CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/11$407
Thu 6/1119:00NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Fri 7/1111:35CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/11$485
Thu 20/1116:10NSN - CHC
1 stop5h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/1118:15CHC - NSN
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$515
Sat 6/1215:10NSN - CHC
2 stops16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1218:15CHC - NSN
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$584
Best flights from Nelson to Christchurch
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Nelson to Christchurch that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 5 November 2025.
Sat 6/1216:15NSN - CHC
1 stop5h 10mAir New Zealand
Sun 7/1208:00CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/11$302
Thu 20/1116:10NSN - CHC
1 stop5h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/1118:15CHC - NSN
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$515
Thu 20/1117:30NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Mon 24/1111:35CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/11$353
Tue 18/1112:00NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Sat 22/1111:35CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/11$407
Sat 6/1215:10NSN - CHC
2 stops16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1218:15CHC - NSN
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$584
Direct flights from Nelson to Christchurch
Explore direct flight options from Nelson to Christchurch based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 5 November 2025.
Sat 13/1217:30NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Sun 14/1208:00CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/11$229
Sat 6/1213:00NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Sun 7/1208:00CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/11$254
Thu 20/1117:30NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Mon 24/1111:35CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/11$353
Tue 18/1112:00NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Sat 22/1111:35CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/11$407
Last-minute flights from Nelson to Christchurch
Discover last-minute flight deals from Nelson to Christchurch. Data last updated 5 November 2025 and is based on user searches.
Thu 6/1119:00NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Fri 7/1111:35CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/11$485
Tue 18/1112:00NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Sat 22/1111:35CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/11$407
Thu 20/1117:30NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Mon 24/1111:35CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/11$353
Thu 20/1116:10NSN - CHC
1 stop5h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/1118:15CHC - NSN
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$515
Sat 6/1213:00NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Sun 7/1208:00CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/11$254
Sat 6/1215:10NSN - CHC
2 stops16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1218:15CHC - NSN
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$584
One-way flights from Nelson to Christchurch
Search for one-way flight options from Nelson to Christchurch. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 5 November 2025.
Sat 20/1206:40NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/11$122
Sun 8/312:00NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/11$153
Fri 5/1206:40NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/11$168
Sat 27/1217:30NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/11$213
Fri 5/1220:15NSN - CHC
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$228
Mon 10/1112:00NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/11$279
Cheap flight deals from Nelson to Christchurch
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nelson (NSN) to Christchurch (CHC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 5 November 2025.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Nelson to Christchurch that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 5 November 2025.
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Nelson
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Christchurch
Route
Departure
Return
Price
NelsonChristchurch
NSN - CHC
NSNCHC
Nelson
Sat 6/12
16:15-21:25
1 stop5h 10m
Christchurch
Sun 7/12
08:00-08:55
Nonstop0h 55m
$302
NelsonChristchurch
NSN - CHC
NSNCHC
Nelson
Thu 20/11
17:30-18:30
Nonstop1h 00m
Christchurch
Mon 24/11
11:35-12:30
Nonstop0h 55m
$353
NelsonChristchurch
NSN - CHC
NSNCHC
Nelson
Tue 18/11
12:00-13:00
Nonstop1h 00m
Christchurch
Sat 22/11
11:35-12:30
Nonstop0h 55m
$407
NelsonChristchurch
NSN - CHC
NSNCHC
Nelson
Thu 20/11
16:10-21:25
1 stop5h 15m
Christchurch
Mon 24/11
18:15-06:50
1 stop12h 35m
$515
NelsonChristchurch
NSN - CHC
NSNCHC
Nelson
Sat 6/12
15:10-07:35
2 stops16h 25m
Christchurch
Sun 7/12
18:15-06:50
1 stop12h 35m
$584
NelsonChristchurch
NSN - CHC
NSNCHC
Nelson
Sun 8/3
12:00-13:00
Nonstop1h 00m
$153
NelsonChristchurch
NSN - CHC
NSNCHC
Nelson
Fri 5/12
06:40-07:40
Nonstop1h 00m
$168
NelsonChristchurch
NSN - CHC
NSNCHC
Nelson
Sat 27/12
06:40-07:40
Nonstop1h 00m
$213
NelsonChristchurch
NSN - CHC
NSNCHC
Nelson
Fri 5/12
20:15-09:00
1 stop12h 45m
$228
NelsonChristchurch
NSN - CHC
NSNCHC
Nelson
Mon 10/11
12:00-13:00
Nonstop1h 00m
$279
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Nelson to Christchurch?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Nelson to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 31 October 2025.
Booking 88 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Nelson to Christchurch. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nelson to Christchurch?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson to Christchurch (average of $81). Flying from Nelson to Christchurch in September is currently the most expensive (average of $120). 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 CHC?
Find hourly flight availability from Nelson to Christchurch. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 November 2025.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Nelson to Christchurch in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 49% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.
Weekly flight availability from Nelson to Christchurch
Explore weekly flight availability from Nelson to Christchurch. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 5 November 2025.
The most flights from NSN to CHC are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).
How often are flights from Nelson to Christchurch delayed?
About 18% of weekly flights between Nelson and Christchurch have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 79 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Nelson to Christchurch flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Nelson to Christchurch flights?
Over the past year, Singapore Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Christchurch
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Christchurch. 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 Christchurch. Reviews last updated 5 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand
from Nelson to Christchurch. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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
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What airports do I use to fly from Nelson to Christchurch?
If you book a flight from Nelson to Christchurch, you will be flying from Nelson to Christchurch. Flights to Christchurch (CHC) from Nelson (NSN) take 1h 00m for a nonstop flight. There are 8 flights from Nelson to Christchurch per day from 1 airline.
How popular is this Nelson to Christchurch flight route?
This flight path from Nelson to Christchurch was viewed by 815 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
How long is the flight from Nelson to Christchurch?
For as low as $302, Air New Zealand can have you in Christchurch from Nelson in 5h 10m. There are 249 km between Nelson and Christchurch.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Nelson to Christchurch round-trip?
Flying on Air New Zealand is currently your cheapest option to Christchurch, with prices starting at $160. Users have found that Air New Zealand is 48% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the most reliable airlines from Nelson to Christchurch?
Before booking your flight to Christchurch from Nelson, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Singapore Airlines (82%), Air New Zealand (74%), Qantas Airways( 71%).
What are the cheapest flights from Nelson to Christchurch?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Nelson to Christchurch? While on average our users pay $277, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $69. The most popular route (Nelson - Christchurch), is priced around $208.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Nelson to Christchurch?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Nelson to Christchurch by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nelson to Christchurch?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson to Christchurch (average of $81). Flying from Nelson to Christchurch in September is currently the most expensive (average of $120). 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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