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Cheap flights from Wellington to Nelson from $63

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 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — NSN
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Wellington to Nelson are usually found in July or August, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Wellington to Nelson

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wellington (WLG) 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 27 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$127

One-way from

$63

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$234

Good round-trip deal

$261 or less

Good one-way deal

$107 or less
Sounds Air
  • Sounds Air
  • 21/1-27/2
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 35m total
  • Wellington to Nelson
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Sounds Air
  • Sounds Air
  • 11/3
  • Nonstop
  • 0h 50m total
  • Wellington to Nelson
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($38 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from Wellington to Nelson
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wellington to Nelson. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 November 2025.

Wed 10/1206:00WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 50mSounds Air
Sun 14/1213:10NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 45mSounds Air
Deal found 25/11$236
Wed 3/1206:00WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1206:20NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11$243
Wed 3/1206:00WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 50mSounds Air
Thu 4/1220:10NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 45mSounds Air
Deal found 25/11$245
Wed 31/1217:20WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 40mOriginair
Wed 7/113:50NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 40mOriginair
Deal found 25/11$255
Mon 1/1218:35WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 50mSounds Air
Tue 2/1211:50NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 45mSounds Air
Deal found 25/11$287
Wed 24/1215:10WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 40mOriginair
Wed 7/113:50NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 40mOriginair
Deal found 25/11$354
Mon 22/1213:15WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 45mAir New Zealand
Tue 23/1218:20NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 25/11$450
Wed 31/1207:00WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/112:00NSN - WLG
1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$456
Thu 25/1211:55WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 26/1208:10NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11$487
Wed 3/1208:25WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 45mAir New Zealand
Sat 6/1217:30NSN - WLG
1 stop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/11$517
Wed 10/1221:05WLG - NSN
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/1211:30NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$530
Wed 3/1206:00WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1219:00NSN - WLG
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$538

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Wellington 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 27 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wellington to Nelson that are best for you.

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Nelson

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Departure

Return

Price

WellingtonNelson

WLG - NSN

WLGNSN

Wellington

Fri 13/2

07:00-07:50

Nonstop0h 50m

Nelson

Sun 15/2

09:20-10:05

Nonstop0h 45m

$127

WellingtonNelson

WLG - NSN

WLGNSN

Wellington

Wed 21/1

19:00-19:50

Nonstop0h 50m

Nelson

Fri 27/2

20:15-21:00

Nonstop0h 45m

$127

WellingtonNelson

WLG - NSN

WLGNSN

Wellington

Fri 2/1

19:05-19:55

Nonstop0h 50m

Nelson

Wed 14/1

20:10-20:55

Nonstop0h 45m

$158

WellingtonNelson

WLG - NSN

WLGNSN

Wellington

Wed 10/12

06:00-06:50

Nonstop0h 50m

Nelson

Sun 14/12

13:10-13:55

Nonstop0h 45m

$236

WellingtonNelson

WLG - NSN

WLGNSN

Wellington

Sun 11/1

13:20-14:10

Nonstop0h 50m

Nelson

Sun 18/1

11:55-12:40

Nonstop0h 45m

$252

WellingtonNelson

WLG - NSN

WLGNSN

Wellington

Wed 31/12

17:20-18:00

Nonstop0h 40m

Nelson

Wed 7/1

13:50-14:30

Nonstop0h 40m

$255

WellingtonNelson

WLG - NSN

WLGNSN

Wellington

Sat 10/1

07:15-08:00

Nonstop0h 45m

Nelson

Sat 17/1

17:30-08:05

1 stop14h 35m

$340

WellingtonNelson

WLG - NSN

WLGNSN

Wellington

Wed 24/12

15:10-15:50

Nonstop0h 40m

Nelson

Wed 7/1

13:50-14:30

Nonstop0h 40m

$354

WellingtonNelson

WLG - NSN

WLGNSN

Wellington

Fri 2/1

19:40-20:25

Nonstop0h 45m

Nelson

Wed 14/1

09:25-21:05

1 stop11h 40m

$362

WellingtonNelson

WLG - NSN

WLGNSN

Wellington

Wed 11/3

08:40-09:30

Nonstop0h 50m

$63

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Best time to book a flight from Wellington to Nelson

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Nelson from Wellington with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Wellington to Nelson

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Wellington to Nelson. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2025.

Booking 48 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Wellington 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 Wellington to Nelson?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Nelson (average of $84). Flying from Wellington to Nelson in December is currently the most expensive (average of $143). 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 WLG to NSN?

Find hourly flight availability from Wellington 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 27 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Wellington to Nelson in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Wellington to Nelson?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Wellington to Nelson. Price data was last updated on 25 November 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Wellington to Nelson flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 27 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Wellington to Nelson, such as Air New Zealand. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
537 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
537 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
537 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

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

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Wellington to Nelson?

    To fly from Wellington to Nelson, you need to book a flight from Wellington (WLG) to Nelson (NSN). Nonstop flights to Nelson from Wellington take 0h 40m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 11 outbound flights from Wellington to Nelson offered by 4 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Wellington to Nelson flight route?

    Within the past month, 544 users have taken a look at flights from Wellington to Nelson.

  • How long is the flight from Wellington to Nelson?

    A quick flight from Wellington to Nelson can take about 50m. Sounds Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $127. Airlines will cover a distance of 132 km. All flights are typically direct.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Wellington to Nelson round-trip from $124. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Originair, from $146, and West Coast Air, from $148. Sounds Air is priced at 45% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Wellington to Nelson?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $70. While the most popular route (Wellington - Nelson) can be booked for $127 on average, our data indicates $211 when flying from Wellington to Nelson.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wellington 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 Wellington to Nelson?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Nelson (average of $84). Flying from Wellington to Nelson in December is currently the most expensive (average of $143). 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 4 airlines flying from Wellington to Nelson

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Wellington to Nelson. 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 27 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sounds AirCheapest$124Average$203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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OriginairCheapest$146Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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West Coast AirCheapest$148Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air New ZealandCheapest$155Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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