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Cheap flights from Nelson to North America from $881

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 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NSN — LAX
6 Sep — 13 Sep1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Nelson to North America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Nelson to North America flight deals. Data was last updated 1 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,139

One-way from

$881
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 25/11-29/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 15m total
  • Nelson to North America
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9/10
  • 9/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 33h 30m total
  • Nelson to North America
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Cheapest flights from Nelson to North America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nelson to North America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 September 2025.

Tue 25/1109:25NSN - SFO
2 stops18h 40mAir New Zealand
Sat 29/1119:50SFO - NSN
2 stops19h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 30/8$2,139
Wed 17/914:10NSN - SFO
1 stop35h 50mAir New Zealand
Tue 30/913:00SFO - NSN
2 stops25h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/9$2,449
Sat 11/1015:25NSN - PDX
2 stops27h 31mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/1014:52PDX - NSN
2 stops29h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/8$2,856
Wed 17/917:35NSN - SFO
3 stops41h 32mQantas Airways
Tue 30/916:37SFO - NSN
3 stops43h 38mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/9$3,002
Sat 11/1014:10NSN - PDX
3 stops29h 14mQantas Airways
Wed 15/1012:30PDX - NSN
3 stops47h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 31/8$3,095
Wed 17/908:45NSN - SFO
2 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/900:20SFO - NSN
2 stops42h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/9$3,679

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Nelson to North America that are best for you.

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Nelson

Fly to

North America

Route

Departure

Return

Price

NelsonSan Francisco

NSN - SFO

NSNSFO

Nelson

Tue 25/11

07:35-07:05

2 stops20h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 29/11

22:45-21:45

1 stop26h 00m

$2,139

NelsonSan Francisco

NSN - SFO

NSNSFO

Nelson

Wed 17/9

18:25-07:00

2 stops31h 35m

San Francisco

Tue 30/9

13:00-10:05

2 stops25h 05m

$2,449

NelsonPortland

NSN - PDX

NSNPDX

Nelson

Sat 11/10

15:25-22:56

2 stops27h 31m

Portland

Wed 15/10

14:52-16:50

2 stops29h 58m

$2,856

NelsonSan Francisco

NSN - SFO

NSNSFO

Nelson

Wed 17/9

17:35-16:07

3 stops41h 32m

San Francisco

Tue 30/9

16:37-08:15

3 stops43h 38m

$3,002

NelsonPortland

NSN - PDX

NSNPDX

Nelson

Sat 11/10

14:10-23:24

3 stops29h 14m

Portland

Wed 15/10

12:30-08:15

3 stops47h 45m

$3,095

NelsonSan Francisco

NSN - SFO

NSNSFO

Nelson

Wed 17/9

08:45-22:40

2 stops32h 55m

San Francisco

Mon 29/9

00:20-14:55

2 stops42h 35m

$3,679

NelsonSan Francisco

NSN - SFO

NSNSFO

Nelson

Thu 9/10

08:10-21:40

3 stops33h 30m

$881

NelsonSan Francisco

NSN - SFO

NSNSFO

Nelson

Sat 11/10

17:35-13:25

2 stops39h 50m

$888

NelsonSan Francisco

NSN - SFO

NSNSFO

Nelson

Mon 13/10

08:10-10:55

3 stops46h 45m

$1,045

NelsonSan Francisco

NSN - SFO

NSNSFO

Nelson

Sun 12/10

08:45-16:45

2 stops28h 00m

$1,094

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson to North America (average of $730). Flying from Nelson to North America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $986). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing North America

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to North America. 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 North America. Reviews last updated 1 September 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand from Nelson to North America. 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
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Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Nelson to North America. 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 North America?

    Most people fly from Nelson (NSN) if they book a flight from Nelson to North America. Nelson is conveniently located just 5.9 km from Nelson’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Nelson to North America?

    A quick flight from Nelson to North America can take about 20h 30m. Air New Zealand provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,139. The distance from Nelson to North America is about 10932 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Nelson to North America?

    Most travellers choose Nelson - San Francisco, Nelson - Columbus or Nelson - Miami when deciding on the best route from Nelson to North America.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Nelson to North America?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Nelson to North America 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 North America?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson to North America (average of $730). Flying from Nelson to North America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $986). 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 airline flying from Nelson to North America

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,447Average$1,851FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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