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Cheap flights from Nelson to the United States from $2,266

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NSN — LAX
9 May — 16 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Nelson to USA
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nelson to USA. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 April 2026.

Wed 20/517:30
NSN
-
SFO
2 stops23h 05m
Air New Zealand
Tue 30/623:00
SFO
-
NSN
1 stop17h 20m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 4/4$2,266
Wed 20/511:55
NSN
-
SFO
2 stops27h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 30/619:42
SFO
-
NSN
3 stops42h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4$2,697
Fri 22/519:05
NSN
-
MIA
2 stops52h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 29/514:24
MIA
-
NSN
3 stops36h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/4$3,193
Fri 15/519:05
NSN
-
SFO
2 stops57h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 19/511:00
SFO
-
NSN
2 stops50h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 5/4$5,268

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Round-trip from

$2,266
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 20/5-30/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 25m total
  • Nelson to USA
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

NelsonSan Francisco

NSN - SFO

NSNSFO

Nelson

Wed 20/5

17:30-21:35

2 stops23h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 30/6

23:00-19:20

2 stops25h 20m

$2,300

NelsonMiami

NSN - MIA

NSNMIA

Nelson

Fri 22/5

06:20-07:39

3 stops41h 19m

Miami

Fri 29/5

08:48-10:35

3 stops33h 47m

$3,646

NelsonSan Francisco

NSN - SFO

NSNSFO

Nelson

Wed 20/5

17:55-10:20

3 stops35h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 30/6

19:30-17:25

3 stops26h 55m

$3,667

NelsonSan Francisco

NSN - SFO

NSNSFO

Nelson

Fri 15/5

19:05-09:10

2 stops57h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 19/5

11:00-08:05

2 stops50h 05m

$5,268

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson to USA (average of $1,016). Flying from Nelson to USA in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,658). 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 USA

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to USA. 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 USA. Reviews last updated 9 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Nelson to the United States, 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
626 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
626 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
626 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Nelson to United States?

    Nelson (NSN), located 5.9 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Nelson to United States.

  • How long is the flight from Nelson to USA?

    Departing from Nelson to USA will take you 23h 05m. The distance between Nelson and USA is about 10932 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Nelson to USA?

    The most popular flight routes from Nelson to USA are Nelson - Columbus, Nelson - San Francisco and Nelson - Miami.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson to USA (average of $1,016). Flying from Nelson to USA in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,658). 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 USA

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$2,440Average$2,582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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