Cheap flights from Christchurch to Nelson from $82
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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — NSN
21 Dec — 28 Dec1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Christchurch to Nelson are usually found in June or August, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday
Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to Nelson
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Christchurch (CHC) to Nelson (NSN). 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 21 November 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to Nelson. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 November 2025.
Sat 13/1208:00CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Thu 18/1219:00NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/11$262
Thu 18/1207:00CHC - NSN
1 stop2h 10mAir New Zealand
Thu 25/1217:30NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/11$269
Tue 9/1211:35CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Thu 11/1219:00NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/11$357
Sat 6/1210:20CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Wed 10/1206:40NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/11$375
Sat 6/1206:45CHC - NSN
1 stop10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1217:25NSN - CHC
1 stop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$398
Best flights from Christchurch to Nelson
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Christchurch to Nelson that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 21 November 2025.
Sat 3/108:00CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Sat 10/117:30NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/11$253
Sat 6/1206:45CHC - NSN
1 stop10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1217:25NSN - CHC
1 stop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$398
Thu 18/1210:20CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Thu 25/1217:30NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/11$271
Sat 13/1208:00CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Thu 18/1219:00NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/11$291
Sun 4/108:00CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Sun 11/112:00NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/11$307
Tue 9/1211:35CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Thu 11/1219:00NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/11$357
Sat 6/1210:20CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Wed 10/1206:40NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/11$375
Direct flights from Christchurch to Nelson
Explore direct flight options from Christchurch to Nelson based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 21 November 2025.
Sat 3/108:00CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Sat 10/117:30NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/11$253
Sat 13/1208:00CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Thu 18/1219:00NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/11$262
Thu 18/1210:20CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Thu 25/1217:30NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/11$271
Sun 4/108:00CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Sun 11/112:00NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/11$307
Tue 9/1211:35CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Thu 11/1219:00NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/11$357
Sat 6/1210:20CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Wed 10/1206:40NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/11$375
Fri 5/1210:20CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Thu 12/214:50NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/11$426
Wed 3/1210:20CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Sun 7/1209:25NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/11$428
Last-minute flights from Christchurch to Nelson
Discover last-minute flight deals from Christchurch to Nelson. Data last updated 21 November 2025 and is based on user searches.
Sat 6/1210:20CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Wed 10/1206:40NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/11$375
Sat 6/1206:45CHC - NSN
1 stop10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1217:25NSN - CHC
1 stop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$398
Tue 9/1211:35CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Thu 11/1219:00NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/11$357
Sat 13/1208:00CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Thu 18/1219:00NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/11$262
Thu 18/1207:00CHC - NSN
1 stop2h 10mAir New Zealand
Thu 25/1217:30NSN - CHC
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/11$269
One-way flights from Christchurch to Nelson
Search for one-way flight options from Christchurch to Nelson. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 21 November 2025.
Tue 3/319:05CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/11$82
Thu 15/119:05CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/11$143
Thu 15/106:45CHC - NSN
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$216
Wed 24/1210:20CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/11$275
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customise your flight search to find flights from Christchurch to Nelson 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 21 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Christchurch to Nelson that are best for you.
Fly from
Christchurch
Fly to
Nelson
Route
Departure
Return
Price
ChristchurchNelson
CHC - NSN
CHCNSN
Christchurch
Sat 3/1
08:00-08:55
Nonstop0h 55m
Nelson
Sat 10/1
17:30-18:30
Nonstop1h 00m
$253
ChristchurchNelson
CHC - NSN
CHCNSN
Christchurch
Thu 18/12
10:20-11:15
Nonstop0h 55m
Nelson
Thu 25/12
17:30-18:30
Nonstop1h 00m
$271
ChristchurchNelson
CHC - NSN
CHCNSN
Christchurch
Sat 13/12
08:00-08:55
Nonstop0h 55m
Nelson
Thu 18/12
19:00-20:00
Nonstop1h 00m
$291
ChristchurchNelson
CHC - NSN
CHCNSN
Christchurch
Sun 4/1
08:00-08:55
Nonstop0h 55m
Nelson
Sun 11/1
12:00-13:00
Nonstop1h 00m
$307
ChristchurchNelson
CHC - NSN
CHCNSN
Christchurch
Tue 9/12
11:35-12:30
Nonstop0h 55m
Nelson
Thu 11/12
19:00-20:00
Nonstop1h 00m
$357
ChristchurchNelson
CHC - NSN
CHCNSN
Christchurch
Sat 6/12
10:20-11:15
Nonstop0h 55m
Nelson
Wed 10/12
06:40-07:40
Nonstop1h 00m
$375
ChristchurchNelson
CHC - NSN
CHCNSN
Christchurch
Sat 6/12
06:45-17:35
1 stop10h 50m
Nelson
Wed 10/12
17:25-20:35
1 stop3h 10m
$398
ChristchurchNelson
CHC - NSN
CHCNSN
Christchurch
Tue 3/3
19:05-20:00
Nonstop0h 55m
$82
ChristchurchNelson
CHC - NSN
CHCNSN
Christchurch
Thu 15/1
19:05-20:00
Nonstop0h 55m
$143
ChristchurchNelson
CHC - NSN
CHCNSN
Christchurch
Thu 15/1
06:45-19:50
1 stop13h 05m
$216
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Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Nelson
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Christchurch to Nelson?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Christchurch to Nelson. Price data was last updated on 14 November 2025.
Booking 81 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Christchurch to Nelson. 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 Christchurch to Nelson?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Nelson (average of $78). Flying from Christchurch to Nelson in September is currently the most expensive (average of $123). 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 CHC to NSN?
Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch to Nelson. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 November 2025.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Christchurch to Nelson in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.
Weekly flight availability from Christchurch to Nelson
Explore weekly flight availability from Christchurch to Nelson. 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 21 November 2025.
The most flights from CHC to NSN are scheduled on a Thursday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).
How often are flights from Christchurch to Nelson delayed?
About 13% of weekly flights between Christchurch and Nelson have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 76 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Christchurch to Nelson flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Saturday 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 Christchurch to Nelson flights?
Over the past year, Air New Zealand have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.
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 21 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand
from Christchurch to Nelson. 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.
The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
Related info for your journey
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What airports do I use to fly from Christchurch to Nelson?
If you book a flight from Christchurch to Nelson, you will be flying from Christchurch to Nelson. Flights to Nelson (NSN) from Christchurch (CHC) take 0h 55m for a nonstop flight. There are 5 flights from Christchurch to Nelson per day from 1 airline.
How popular is this Christchurch to Nelson flight route?
The Christchurch to Nelson flight path was viewed by 272 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 Christchurch to Nelson?
Air New Zealand can get you from Christchurch to Nelson in just under 55m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance between Christchurch and Nelson is about 249 km. All flights are typically direct.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Christchurch to Nelson round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Christchurch to Nelson round-trip from $163. Air New Zealand is currently priced 44% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the most reliable airlines from Christchurch to Nelson?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Christchurch to Nelson are Air New Zealand (80%), Qantas Airways (79%) and Singapore Airlines (75%).
What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Nelson?
On average you can expect to pay $310 for a flight from Christchurch to Nelson. The cheapest flight overall is $81 while the most popular route, (Christchurch - Nelson) is currently priced at $253.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Christchurch to Nelson?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Christchurch to Nelson 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 Christchurch to Nelson?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Nelson (average of $78). Flying from Christchurch to Nelson in September is currently the most expensive (average of $123). 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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