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Cheapest return flight
$756
Typical prices: $848-$1,300
Multiple Airlines
Sat 24/2Fri 2/3
MEL - NSN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$392
Typical prices: $491-$745
Multiple Airlines
Fri 19/1
SYD - NSN • 1 stop
Top airlines
Air New Zealand
Best reviews • 8.0 score
Airline reviews
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ADL - NSN
Cheapest • 17% average savings
SYD - NSN
Most popular
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When to travel
June
Cheapest • 15% price drop
December
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Cheap Flights to Nelson

 
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Recent return flight deals to Nelson

Wed, 24 Feb - Tue, 2 Mar
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23:55 - 10:35Melbourne  Melbourne-Nelson Nelson
8h 40m1 stop Auckland Intl
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11:55 - 22:50Nelson  Nelson-Melbourne Melbourne
12h 55m1 stop Auckland Intl
$756Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Mon, 12 Apr - Fri, 7 May
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23:55 - 15:45Melbourne  Melbourne-Nelson Nelson
13h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl
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06:30 - 22:30Nelson  Nelson-Melbourne Melbourne
18h 00m1 stop Auckland Intl
$766Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, 30 Nov - Tue, 8 Dec
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18:20 - 20:05Brisbane  Brisbane-Nelson Nelson
22h 45m1 stop Christchurch
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06:40 - 07:00Nelson  Nelson-Brisbane Brisbane
27h 20m1 stop Christchurch
$772Air New Zealand
3+ days ago
Mon, 30 Nov - Tue, 8 Dec
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18:20 - 11:15Brisbane  Brisbane-Nelson Nelson
13h 55m1 stop Christchurch
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15:00 - 07:00Nelson  Nelson-Brisbane Brisbane
19h 00m2 stops Wellington Auckland Intl
$773Air New Zealand
3+ days ago
Wed, 2 Dec - Sun, 6 Dec
Air New Zealand Logo
18:10 - 19:50Brisbane  Brisbane-Nelson Nelson
22h 40m1 stop Auckland Intl
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17:45 - 07:00Nelson  Nelson-Brisbane Brisbane
16h 15m1 stop Christchurch
$777Air New Zealand
3+ days ago
Mon, 7 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
Air New Zealand Logo
18:20 - 11:15Brisbane  Brisbane-Nelson Nelson
13h 55m1 stop Christchurch
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16:20 - 17:00Nelson  Nelson-Brisbane Brisbane
27h 40m1 stop Wellington
$780Air New Zealand
2 days ago
Tue, 2 Feb - Thu, 25 Feb
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12:10 - 21:45Brisbane  Brisbane-Nelson Nelson
6h 35m1 stop Auckland Intl
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06:30 - 20:15Nelson  Nelson-Brisbane Brisbane
16h 45m1 stop Auckland Intl
$782Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Sat, 23 Jan - Mon, 1 Feb
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07:00 - 09:00Melbourne  Melbourne-Nelson Nelson
24h 00m2 stops Coolangatta Gold Coast Christchurch
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06:40 - 11:05Nelson  Nelson-Melbourne Melbourne
6h 25m1 stop Christchurch
$793Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Tue, 2 Feb - Tue, 23 Feb
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12:10 - 21:45Brisbane  Brisbane-Nelson Nelson
6h 35m1 stop Auckland Intl
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11:55 - 20:15Nelson  Nelson-Brisbane Brisbane
11h 20m1 stop Auckland Intl
$795Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Tue, 2 Feb - Thu, 18 Feb
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23:55 - 11:20Brisbane  Brisbane-Nelson Nelson
8h 25m1 stop Auckland Intl
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16:15 - 20:15Nelson  Nelson-Brisbane Brisbane
7h 00m1 stop Auckland Intl
$799Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for flights to Nelson

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What is the cheapest flight to Nelson?

Melbourne Airport to Nelson is the cheapest route at $756 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. Brisbane to Nelson is the most popular connection with return deals from $772.

How much is a flight to Nelson?

On average, a return flight from Australia to Nelson costs $988, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months. Return fares from Adelaide average $869, while Brisbane runs a bit higher at $887.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Nelson?

Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Nelson at $956 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Saturday is the most expensive at $1,188.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Nelson?

•June is the cheapest month to fly to Nelson with an average price of $844 return.
•December ($1,249) and October ($1,028) are the most expensive.

Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Nelson?

Morning flights to Nelson are the cheapest at $1,017 return on average. Night flights are the most expensive at $1,226.

What is a good deal for flights to Nelson?

Flights under $848 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Nelson at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Brisbane $805
•Coolangatta $838
•Sydney $847.

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Key details for flights to Nelson

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$392
Beat the crowds with an average 28% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 62% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Sydney to Nelson

When to book flights to Nelson

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Your questions about flights to Nelson, answered

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  • How do I know if a flight to Nelson is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Nelson is around $848 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • Which city has the cheapest flights to Nelson?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Nelson are from Melbourne, starting at $756 return.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Nelson?

    Qantas Airways operates the most flights from Australia to Nelson at 0 per week, while Air New Zealand is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from Australia to Nelson. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

Your guide to booking Nelson flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For flights to Nelson, a good return fare is around $848. If you find a fare below that, you're getting a strong deal.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, consider flying to Nelson in June. Return fares historically average $844, making June the cheapest month to travel based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to morning to save up to $209 on a return flight. Morning flights to Nelson average $1,017 compared to $1,226 for evening flights.

Reviews of the top airline flying to Nelson

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Nelson? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
Air New ZealandOverall score based on 684 reviews
8.2Boarding
7.9Comfort
8.5Crew
7.5Entertainment
7.5Food
Airline reviews

- Many airports in Australia and New Zealand have no place to sit at the gate - Boarding was a little disorganized but pretty fast - Interesting food served on board. Why a New Zealand airline had 3 choices for lunch and 2 of them are Mexican and the last one was Macaroni and Cheese? - Flight Attendants are nice and helpful. - Neither of the USB charging ports for the two of us are working? Our phone drained of charge after 13+ hour flight so when landing we cannot call anybody for pickup. - Internet service was free, but connection was so bad that nothing seems to get through - Beside Internet, other entertainments were excellent

10.0 ExcellentLuc, Oct 2026
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- Many airports in Australia and New Zealand have no place to sit at the gate - Boarding was a little disorganized but pretty fast - Interesting food served on board. Why a New Zealand airline had 3 choices for lunch and 2 of them are Mexican and the last one was Macaroni and Cheese? - Flight Attendants are nice and helpful. - Neither of the USB charging ports for the two of us are working? Our phone drained of charge after 13+ hour flight so when landing we cannot call anybody for pickup. - Internet service was free, but connection was so bad that nothing seems to get through - Beside Internet, other entertainments were excellent

We got to experience Premium Economy from Sydney to Auckland and it was a great experience wiht Air New Zealand. The crew was friendly and helpful.

I was not even on that flight and did not even book a ticket. Kayak did a phenomenal job

Great entertainment options on the screen. uSB A and C chargers. Free WiFi! Crew were excellent.

Check in crew member was very helpful, nice and excellent service👍

Lost my luggage and brought someone else luggage to my airport.

The issue was with getting our boarding pases. There were issues with our arrangements that were made through Kayak. I am sorry to say that we will not use you again because of this. The flight itself was good and the flight attendants excellent.

Economy was much nicer on the Air New Zealand planes.

At Coolangatta International it is difficult to hear voice boarding announcements when away from screen announcements.

They announced food service but then never came around. We also couldn’t land so kept trying to get to runway and then had to come up and go around happened like 3 times and cause the child next to me to start throwing up

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