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Cheap flights from Nelson to Melbourne from $858

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 30/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NSN — MEL
2 May — 9 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Nelson to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nelson to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 April 2026.

Thu 30/709:30
NSN
-
MEL
1 stop24h 40m
Qantas Airways
Mon 3/806:35
MEL
-
NSN
1 stop11h 15m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 28/3$858
Fri 15/520:15
NSN
-
MEL
2 stops28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 22/523:55
MEL
-
NSN
1 stop10h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3$926
Fri 15/514:50
NSN
-
MEL
1 stop8h 45m
Air New Zealand
Fri 22/518:10
MEL
-
NSN
1 stop12h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 31/3$955

Find flight deals from Nelson to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nelson (NSN) to Melbourne (ME1). 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 2 April 2026.

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$858

Popular in

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Cheapest in

February

Average price

$941
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 30/7-3/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 55m total
  • Nelson to Melbourne
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($30 potential savings vs. average return price).
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NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Thu 30/7

09:30-08:10

1 stop24h 40m

Melbourne

Mon 3/8

06:35-19:50

1 stop11h 15m

$858

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Fri 15/5

20:15-22:45

2 stops28h 30m

Melbourne

Fri 22/5

23:55-17:35

2 stops15h 40m

$969

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Deals found on 28/3

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Best time to book a flight from Nelson to Melbourne

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Nelson to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Nelson to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

The best time to book flights from Nelson to Melbourne is 54 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson to Melbourne (average of $401). Flying from Nelson to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $570). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 2 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways from Nelson to Melbourne to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
623 reviews
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Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Entertainment

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

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,016 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
623 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Nelson to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Nelson (NSN), located 5.9 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Nelson to Melbourne. 2 airlines have flights from Nelson to Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Nelson to Melbourne should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day.

  • How long is the flight from Nelson to Melbourne?

    A quick flight from Nelson to Melbourne can take about 24h 40m. Qantas Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $858. There are 2456 km between Nelson and Melbourne.

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

    According to our current data, Qantas Airways ($644), and Air New Zealand ($655) offers the cheapest pricing from Nelson to Melbourne. Qantas Airways is priced at 28% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson to Melbourne (average of $401). Flying from Nelson to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $570). 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 Melbourne

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Nelson to Melbourne. 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 2 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$644Average$1,205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$655Average$966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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