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NSN — WLG
3 Jan — 10 Jan1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Nelson to Wellington are usually found in August or January, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday
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Cheapest flights from Nelson to Wellington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nelson to Wellington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 December 2025.
Thu 4/1220:10NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 45mSounds Air
Tue 9/1212:30WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 50mSounds Air
Deal found 2/12$268
Tue 30/1217:25NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 45mSounds Air
Tue 6/119:00WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 50mSounds Air
Deal found 2/12$274
Tue 30/1218:50NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/108:40WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$301
Sat 27/1218:20NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 40mAir New Zealand
Wed 31/1218:50WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/12$466
Thu 4/1220:10NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1221:05WLG - NSN
1 stop13h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$622
Thu 4/1206:00NSN - WLG
2 stops6h 35mAir New Zealand
Tue 9/1213:45WLG - NSN
1 stop4h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/12$1,970
Best flights from Nelson to Wellington
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Nelson to Wellington that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 4 December 2025.
Thu 26/313:45NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 40mAir New Zealand
Fri 27/311:55WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/12$248
Mon 5/107:10NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 45mSounds Air
Tue 6/119:00WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 50mSounds Air
Deal found 3/12$273
Tue 30/1218:50NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/108:40WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$301
Tue 30/1217:25NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 45mSounds Air
Tue 6/119:00WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 50mSounds Air
Deal found 2/12$274
Mon 5/117:35NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 40mAir New Zealand
Tue 6/118:15WLG - NSN
1 stop14h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/12$413
Sun 4/111:55NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 45mSounds Air
Thu 8/106:00WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 50mSounds Air
Deal found 3/12$387
Sat 27/1218:20NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 40mAir New Zealand
Wed 31/1209:25WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/12$450
Direct flights from Nelson to Wellington
Explore direct flight options from Nelson to Wellington based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 4 December 2025.
Thu 26/313:45NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 40mAir New Zealand
Fri 27/311:55WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/12$248
Mon 5/107:10NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 45mSounds Air
Tue 6/119:00WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 50mSounds Air
Deal found 3/12$273
Tue 30/1217:25NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 45mSounds Air
Tue 6/119:00WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 50mSounds Air
Deal found 2/12$274
Tue 30/1218:50NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/108:40WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$301
Sun 4/111:55NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 45mSounds Air
Thu 8/106:00WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 50mSounds Air
Deal found 3/12$387
Sat 27/1218:20NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 40mAir New Zealand
Wed 31/1209:25WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/12$450
Last-minute flights from Nelson to Wellington
Discover last-minute flight deals from Nelson to Wellington. Data last updated 4 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Thu 4/1220:10NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 45mSounds Air
Tue 9/1212:30WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 50mSounds Air
Deal found 2/12$268
Thu 4/1220:10NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1221:05WLG - NSN
1 stop13h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$622
Sat 27/1218:20NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 40mAir New Zealand
Wed 31/1218:50WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/12$466
Tue 30/1217:25NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 45mSounds Air
Tue 6/119:00WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 50mSounds Air
Deal found 2/12$274
Tue 30/1218:50NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/108:40WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$301
Sun 4/111:55NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 45mSounds Air
Thu 8/106:00WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 50mSounds Air
Deal found 3/12$387
Mon 5/107:10NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 45mSounds Air
Tue 6/119:00WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 50mSounds Air
Deal found 3/12$273
Mon 5/117:35NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 40mAir New Zealand
Tue 6/118:15WLG - NSN
1 stop14h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/12$413
One-way flights from Nelson to Wellington
Search for one-way flight options from Nelson to Wellington. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 4 December 2025.
Mon 2/319:25NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 45mSounds Air
Deal found 4/12$85
Mon 22/1216:10NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 45mSounds Air
Deal found 3/12$120
Mon 2/306:00NSN - WLG
1 stop5h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/12$243
Find flight deals from Nelson to Wellington
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nelson (NSN) to Wellington (WLG). 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 4 December 2025.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Nelson to Wellington 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 4 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Nelson to Wellington that are best for you.
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Nelson
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Wellington
Route
Departure
Return
Price
NelsonWellington
NSN - WLG
NSNWLG
Nelson
Thu 26/3
13:45-14:25
Nonstop0h 40m
Wellington
Fri 27/3
11:55-12:40
Nonstop0h 45m
$248
NelsonWellington
NSN - WLG
NSNWLG
Nelson
Mon 5/1
07:10-07:55
Nonstop0h 45m
Wellington
Tue 6/1
19:00-19:50
Nonstop0h 50m
$273
NelsonWellington
NSN - WLG
NSNWLG
Nelson
Tue 30/12
17:25-18:10
Nonstop0h 45m
Wellington
Tue 6/1
19:00-19:50
Nonstop0h 50m
$274
NelsonWellington
NSN - WLG
NSNWLG
Nelson
Tue 30/12
18:50-19:30
Nonstop0h 40m
Wellington
Tue 6/1
08:40-09:30
Nonstop0h 50m
$301
NelsonWellington
NSN - WLG
NSNWLG
Nelson
Sun 4/1
11:55-12:40
Nonstop0h 45m
Wellington
Thu 8/1
06:00-06:50
Nonstop0h 50m
$387
NelsonWellington
NSN - WLG
NSNWLG
Nelson
Mon 5/1
17:35-18:15
Nonstop0h 40m
Wellington
Tue 6/1
18:15-08:55
1 stop14h 40m
$413
NelsonWellington
NSN - WLG
NSNWLG
Nelson
Sat 27/12
18:20-19:00
Nonstop0h 40m
Wellington
Wed 31/12
09:25-10:10
Nonstop0h 45m
$450
NelsonWellington
NSN - WLG
NSNWLG
Nelson
Mon 2/3
19:25-20:10
Nonstop0h 45m
$85
NelsonWellington
NSN - WLG
NSNWLG
Nelson
Mon 22/12
16:10-16:55
Nonstop0h 45m
$120
NelsonWellington
NSN - WLG
NSNWLG
Nelson
Mon 2/3
06:00-11:20
1 stop5h 20m
$243
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Nelson to Wellington?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Nelson to Wellington. Price data was last updated on 28 November 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from Nelson to Wellington may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 50 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nelson to Wellington?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson to Wellington (average of $83). Flying from Nelson to Wellington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $141). 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 NSN to WLG?
Find hourly flight availability from Nelson to Wellington. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 December 2025.
When flying from Nelson to Wellington, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 40% versus a flight at midday.
Weekly flight availability from Nelson to Wellington
Explore weekly flight availability from Nelson to Wellington. 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 4 December 2025.
The most flights from NSN to WLG are scheduled on a Tuesday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).
How often are flights from Nelson to Wellington delayed?
About 10% of weekly flights between Nelson and Wellington have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 77 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Nelson to Wellington flights?
Historically, flights departing at night 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?
Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Nelson to Wellington flights?
Over the past year, Sounds Air have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Wellington
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Wellington. 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 Wellington. Reviews last updated 4 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand from Nelson to Wellington by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Both my flights from Whangarei to Auckland and Auckland to Vancouver where late by an hour... That created a lot of anxiety that I would make it between flights, and had my husband waiting many hours for me in Vancouver to pick me up. Can there not be another plane on standby for when delays happen. The weather was not stormy, whatever the reason for the delay it happens a lot! Talking to local kiwis. No one is happy about it. The planes are also quite cold. I realise there is a belief that the cold helps one sleep, but that's a myth. It really doesn't. There is a certain warm temperature maybe a touch below body heat that is cosy to sleep. I dressed extra warm, with a t-shit, sweater and feather winter coat, still using the blanket for my legs, to stay warm on the flight back to Vancouver. It was uncomfortable in economy class. Not much room to stretch between two people. Everything else was lovely, the attendants, the food. I wish that there were more signs at the Auckland airport, knowing where to go would have been nice too. When I first landed in Auckland and had to go to domestic, it was my first time after 30 years. I asked someone where do I go? they said follow the line. They didn't say there was a bus, there were no signs saying free bus to and from domestic. It was pouring with rain, my plane again had arrived late from Brisbane, that time, air NZ all the way and I followed the line, hoping it was around the next corner, and the next corner, and the next... arriving soaked! With a few mins to spare to my auckland to whangarei flight. High anxiety that day too. When I went from Vancouver-Auckland-Brisbane. I again was confused with the signs to go international. And walking through the shops, would never have guest that was the way to go. I realise Auckland airport is getting construction done, maybe that will solve the way people go with better signs then. but for now its very confusing. Plus I saw someone purchase maple syrup at customs before their flight, and it was confiscated when they had their carry on bag checked. That doesn't seem right, made not want to purchase anything at customs. If its going to be confiscated. my recharger battery to use on the go to power charge my ipad and phone was confiscated that was over $100, would like my money back. It went from vancouver to brisbane to auckland and whangarei, then whangarei to auckland. but auckland to vancouver my luggage had the lock broken and a note saying they took it. kinda feel violated. Could customs not have called me over and asked me about it, and i could have carried it on in my carryon bag, because it seemed ok when i had it on my carry on, just not my suitcase. I ipad and phone have lithium batteries, didn't seem right. It was for charging when i was up north of newzealand on the beach. taking lots of photos needed it to recharge divices when there was no electricity driving in the car. anyway that was annoying. live and learn.
Both my flights from Whangarei to Auckland and Auckland to Vancouver where late by an hour... That created a lot of anxiety that I would make it between flights, and had my husband waiting many hours for me in Vancouver to pick me up. Can there not be another plane on standby for when delays happen. The weather was not stormy, whatever the reason for the delay it happens a lot! Talking to local kiwis. No one is happy about it. The planes are also quite cold. I realise there is a belief that the cold helps one sleep, but that's a myth. It really doesn't. There is a certain warm temperature maybe a touch below body heat that is cosy to sleep. I dressed extra warm, with a t-shit, sweater and feather winter coat, still using the blanket for my legs, to stay warm on the flight back to Vancouver. It was uncomfortable in economy class. Not much room to stretch between two people. Everything else was lovely, the attendants, the food. I wish that there were more signs at the Auckland airport, knowing where to go would have been nice too. When I first landed in Auckland and had to go to domestic, it was my first time after 30 years. I asked someone where do I go? they said follow the line. They didn't say there was a bus, there were no signs saying free bus to and from domestic. It was pouring with rain, my plane again had arrived late from Brisbane, that time, air NZ all the way and I followed the line, hoping it was around the next corner, and the next corner, and the next... arriving soaked! With a few mins to spare to my auckland to whangarei flight. High anxiety that day too. When I went from Vancouver-Auckland-Brisbane. I again was confused with the signs to go international. And walking through the shops, would never have guest that was the way to go. I realise Auckland airport is getting construction done, maybe that will solve the way people go with better signs then. but for now its very confusing. Plus I saw someone purchase maple syrup at customs before their flight, and it was confiscated when they had their carry on bag checked. That doesn't seem right, made not want to purchase anything at customs. If its going to be confiscated. my recharger battery to use on the go to power charge my ipad and phone was confiscated that was over $100, would like my money back. It went from vancouver to brisbane to auckland and whangarei, then whangarei to auckland. but auckland to vancouver my luggage had the lock broken and a note saying they took it. kinda feel violated. Could customs not have called me over and asked me about it, and i could have carried it on in my carryon bag, because it seemed ok when i had it on my carry on, just not my suitcase. I ipad and phone have lithium batteries, didn't seem right. It was for charging when i was up north of newzealand on the beach. taking lots of photos needed it to recharge divices when there was no electricity driving in the car. anyway that was annoying. live and learn.
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What airports do I use to fly from Nelson to Wellington?
If you book a flight from Nelson to Wellington, you will be flying from Nelson to Wellington. Flights to Wellington (WLG) from Nelson (NSN) take 0h 40m for a nonstop flight. There are 12 flights from Nelson to Wellington per day from 4 airlines.
How popular is this Nelson to Wellington flight route?
This flight path from Nelson to Wellington was viewed by 771 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 Nelson to Wellington?
A quick flight from Nelson to Wellington can take about 40m. Air New Zealand provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $248. Airlines will cover a distance of 132 km. All flights are typically direct.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Nelson to Wellington round-trip?
Currently priced at $115, Originair will fly you from Nelson to Wellington and back. In addition to Originair, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Sounds Air and Air New Zealand - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $123 and $137, respectively. Users have found that Originair is 53% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Nelson to Wellington one-way?
The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Nelson to Wellington are Sounds Air ($61), Air New Zealand ($92), and West Coast Air ($103).
What are the most reliable airlines from Nelson to Wellington?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Nelson to Wellington consider choosing Sounds Air(96%), Qantas Airways(76%) or Air New Zealand(70%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from Nelson to Wellington?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $67. While the most popular route (Nelson - Wellington) can be booked for $248 on average, our data indicates $246 when flying from Nelson to Wellington.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Nelson to Wellington?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Nelson to Wellington 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 Wellington?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson to Wellington (average of $83). Flying from Nelson to Wellington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $141). 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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