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Cheap flights from Nelson to Melbourne Airport from $459

NSN — MEL
18 Oct — 25 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Nelson to Melbourne

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Cheapest flights from Nelson to Melbourne

Tue 3/1117:55 -
1 stop16h 15m
Fri 13/1118:20 -
1 stop12h 40m
Deal found 18/9$703
Mon 2/1109:30 -
1 stop10h 30m
Mon 9/1119:10 -
1 stop11h 50m
Deal found 17/9$705
Sat 31/1013:15 -
1 stop6h 45m
Sat 7/1119:10 -
1 stop14h 05m
Deal found 16/9$715
Sat 17/1009:30 -
1 stop24h 35m
Wed 28/1015:00 -
2 stops16h 10m
Deal found 17/9$729
Tue 3/1109:30 -
1 stop24h 30m
Fri 6/1118:20 -
1 stop14h 55m
Deal found 17/9$733
Sun 8/1115:20 -
1 stop19h 35m
Wed 11/1119:10 -
1 stop12h 15m
Deal found 17/9$736

Find flight deals from Nelson to Melbourne

Round-trip from

$703

One-way from

$459

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,272
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 3/11-13/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 55m total
  • Nelson to Melbourne
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 17/10-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 35m total
  • Nelson to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($156 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($71 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Sat 17/10

09:30-08:05

1 stop24h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$459

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Thu 31/12

07:35-08:10

1 stop26h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$499
Fastest return journey

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Thu 15/10

06:15-17:30

2 stops13h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$626

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Mon 2/11

12:10-18:00

1 stop7h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 9/11

19:10-09:10

2 stops12h 00m

$707

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Sat 31/10

13:15-18:00

1 stop6h 45m

Melbourne

Sat 7/11

19:10-11:15

1 stop14h 05m

$715

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Sat 17/10

09:30-08:05

1 stop24h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 28/10

15:00-09:10

2 stops16h 10m

$729

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Tue 3/11

09:30-17:40

1 stop10h 10m

Melbourne

Fri 6/11

19:10-10:10

2 stops13h 00m

$787

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Sat 21/11

12:10-18:00

1 stop7h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 30/11

19:10-16:55

1 stop19h 45m

$820

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Mon 2/11

12:10-18:00

1 stop7h 50m

Melbourne

Fri 13/11

18:20-09:00

1 stop12h 40m

$834

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Mon 2/11

12:10-18:00

1 stop7h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 16/11

23:55-10:35

1 stop8h 40m

$844

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Nelson to Melbourne Airport

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson to Melbourne Airport (average of $684). Flying from Nelson to Melbourne Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,500). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Nelson to Melbourne Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Nelson to Melbourne Airport flights typically cost between $1,082 and $1,431 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $703 on Air New Zealand (3 Nov–13 Nov).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways from Nelson to Melbourne Airport. 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
669 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Entertainment

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
669 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
669 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Entertainment

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
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,101 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
669 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Entertainment

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

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Melbourne from Nelson, you will be flying from Nelson, which is the city’s only airport. Nelson (NSN) is located 5.9 km from the centre of Nelson. There are 0 flights from Nelson to Melbourne per day from 2 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Nelson to Melbourne Airport?

    Air New Zealand can get you from Nelson to Melbourne Airport in just under 7h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to . There are 2456 km between Nelson and Melbourne Airport.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Nelson to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Qantas Airways is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne Airport, with prices starting at $647. Another option worth looking into is Air New Zealand, starting at $683 round trip. Users have found that Qantas Airways is 39% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Nelson to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Nelson to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Nelson to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Nelson to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Nelson to Melbourne 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 Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson to Melbourne Airport (average of $684). Flying from Nelson to Melbourne Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,500). 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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Fly from Nelson to Melbourne on these airlines

Air New Zealand flights from Nelson to Melbourne
Qantas Airways flights from Nelson to Melbourne

Top 2 airlines flying from Nelson to Melbourne

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$647Average$1,297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$683Average$980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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