$147+ Cheap flights to Nelson

Flights to Nelson Airport (NSN) from Wellington Airport (WLG) are very short trips, lasting 45min in duration, and represent the fastest journeys from any of the major airports in New Zealand. Flight times for departures from Christchurch Airport (CHC) vary from 2h 15min – 5h 55min and those from Auckland International Airport (AKL) range from 3h 25min – 9h 55min.

You can get Nelson flight deals consisting of non-stop flights from Wellington Airport that last about 45min. Wellington is also a principal transfer point for connecting flights from other airports. Journey times from Christchurch via Wellington range between 2h 15min – 5h 55min but those from Auckland connecting at the same airport last about 3h 25min. A few airlines departing from Auckland stop at Christchurch and Wellington on the way to Nelson.

Nelson Airport (NSN), Nelson, is a small, one-terminal facility with limited public transport options to the city centre. Bus Routes 1 and 2 from the airport to Nelson Terminus take between 45-50min and are the cheapest option. Taxi service is the most common mode of travel to the city centre and is fastest at 10-15min total travel time. It’s possible to get an Uber from the airport to the downtown area but if you’re interested in driving yourself, you can find the airport’s car hire centre just to the left of the terminal entrance. It may also be possible to arrange airport shuttle transfers through your hotel if you hold reserved accommodations downtown.

One of the oldest cities in New Zealand, Nelson is located in the northern region of South Island, about an hour’s flight from the capital Wellington. This is a pristine paradise boasting several national parks and nature reserves like Mount Richmond Forest Park and Coppermine Trail, which are welcome havens for eager eco-tourists. Part of the Te Araroa tramping trail passes through Mount Richmond Park, and you can find some wilderness huts there if you need a breather on your way to the mountain’s peak. While hiking along the Coppermine Trails, you will be treated to spectacular views overlooking the city below and Tasman Bay in the distance. For something less challenging, the Barnicoat Range Walkway is a popular hiking trail used by locals and visitors. About a 30min drive north along Highway 60 is Abel Tasman National Park where spectacular beaches of golden sand, sheltered bays and an abundance of marine and bird life vie for your constant attention. Nelson is renowned as a centre for arts and crafts, so be prepared for everything from classic to eclectic in handcrafted and painted pieces. There are even art trails where you can actually tour/visit many of the local artisans and their workshops. The Nelson Arts Festival in October is proudly supported by local and regional residents while January offers the popular Nelson Jazz and Blues Festival and Nelson Regatta.

No passport or visa is necessary to fly to Nelson, New Zealand.

This is just an IATA (International Air Transport Association) code. IATA codes are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Nelson Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a NSN flight.

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 22 daily flights from Auckland. 1 airline has flights from Auckland to Nelson on a regular basis.

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.

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

Nelson is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Nelson. One-way flights to Nelson typically cost $76, while return flights cost around $149.

A return flight to Nelson will typically cost around $188, however they can be found for as little as $90.

For those looking to save time traveling to Nelson, Wellington offers the quickest one-way flight (0 hours 45 minutes).

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

Yes. Nelson has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Cosy caravan fun in sunny Nelson is the closest property to Nelson (0.0 km away from Nelson).