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$130+ Cheap flights to 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.
— NSN
15 Feb — 22 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Nelson in 2026

Find the latest flights to Nelson in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 16 January 2026.

Return from

$262

One-way from

$130

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$403

Good round-trip deal

$294 or less

Good one-way deal

$131 or less
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 2/2-27/2
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 05m total
  • Auckland to Nelson
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 4/3
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 35m total
  • Auckland to Nelson
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($16 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights to Nelson
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Nelson. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 16 January 2026.

Mon 2/209:00
AKL
-
NSN
Nonstop1h 35m
Air New Zealand
Fri 27/215:00
NSN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 15/1$262
Sun 8/315:20
AKL
-
NSN
Nonstop1h 35m
Air New Zealand
Thu 19/315:50
NSN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 14/1$264
Thu 16/406:30
AKL
-
NSN
Nonstop1h 35m
Air New Zealand
Thu 16/419:05
NSN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 15/1$268
Tue 17/218:00
AKL
-
NSN
Nonstop1h 35m
Air New Zealand
Tue 24/217:45
NSN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 16/1$269
Sat 28/206:00
AKL
-
NSN
1 stop11h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/308:10
NSN
-
AKL
1 stop7h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1$280
Thu 16/406:30
AKL
-
NSN
Nonstop1h 35m
Air New Zealand
Mon 20/406:30
NSN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 15/1$281
Mon 9/317:00
AKL
-
NSN
Nonstop1h 35m
Air New Zealand
Sun 15/310:05
NSN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 14/1$283
Wed 11/217:30
AKL
-
NSN
1 stop13h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/214:15
NSN
-
AKL
1 stop7h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1$285
Sat 14/307:55
AKL
-
NSN
Nonstop1h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/317:30
NSN
-
AKL
1 stop4h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$295
Sat 11/409:45
AKL
-
NSN
Nonstop1h 35m
Air New Zealand
Sun 12/409:15
NSN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 15/1$299
Tue 10/1106:00
AKL
-
NSN
1 stop5h 40m
Air New Zealand
Tue 10/1116:15
NSN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 14/1$301
Fri 13/309:00
AKL
-
NSN
Nonstop1h 35m
Air New Zealand
Mon 16/314:35
NSN
-
AKL
1 stop2h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 16/1$304

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Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandNelson

AKL - NSN

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Thu 16/4

06:30-08:05

Nonstop1h 35m

Nelson

Thu 16/4

19:05-20:35

Nonstop1h 30m

$268

AucklandNelson

AKL - NSN

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Thu 9/4

09:00-10:35

Nonstop1h 35m

Nelson

Sun 12/4

08:35-10:05

Nonstop1h 30m

$278

AucklandNelson

AKL - NSN

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Fri 17/4

06:30-08:05

Nonstop1h 35m

Nelson

Mon 20/4

11:55-13:25

Nonstop1h 30m

$281

AucklandNelson

AKL - NSN

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Thu 19/3

13:40-15:15

Nonstop1h 35m

Nelson

Sun 22/3

07:35-11:00

1 stop3h 25m

$285

AucklandNelson

AKL - NSN

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Sat 14/3

07:55-09:30

Nonstop1h 35m

Nelson

Mon 16/3

17:30-21:55

1 stop4h 25m

$295

AucklandNelson

AKL - NSN

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Sat 14/3

07:55-09:30

Nonstop1h 35m

Nelson

Sun 15/3

07:45-09:15

Nonstop1h 30m

$297

AucklandNelson

AKL - NSN

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Fri 13/3

09:00-10:35

Nonstop1h 35m

Nelson

Mon 16/3

14:35-17:00

1 stop2h 25m

$304

AucklandNelson

AKL - NSN

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Sat 14/3

07:55-09:30

Nonstop1h 35m

Nelson

Mon 16/3

15:50-17:20

Nonstop1h 30m

$318

AucklandNelson

AKL - NSN

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/3

15:20-16:55

Nonstop1h 35m

Nelson

Sun 15/3

07:45-09:15

Nonstop1h 30m

$318

AucklandNelson

AKL - NSN

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Wed 4/3

14:10-15:45

Nonstop1h 35m

$130

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The best time to book flights to Nelson is 59 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Nelson

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nelson. 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 Nelson. Reviews last updated 16 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand to New Zealand 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
572 reviews
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Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
572 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
572 reviews
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Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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

FAQs about flying to Nelson

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Nelson?

    Most people fly into Nelson (NSN) if they book a flight to Nelson. Nelson is conveniently located just 5.9 km from Nelson’s city centre. Nelson is the only Nelson airport and it handles 19 daily flights from Auckland. 1 airline has flights from Auckland to Nelson on a regular basis.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Nelson if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Nelson on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Nelson?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Originair is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Nelson.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Nelson?

    Nelson is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Nelson. One-way flights to Nelson typically cost $69, while return flights cost around $172.

  • How much is a return flight to Nelson?

    A return flight to Nelson will typically cost around $257, however they can be found for as little as $172.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Nelson depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Nelson, Wellington offers the quickest one-way flight (0 hours 40 minutes).

  • Does Nelson have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Nelson can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Nelson?

    Yes. Nelson has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Estuary Grove - Stunning Architectural House is the closest property to Nelson (0.0 km away from Nelson).

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