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Cheapest return flight
$265
Typical prices: $808-$1,312
Qantas Airways
Sun 28/10Sun 4/11
SYD - NSN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$328
Typical prices: $471-$782
Air New Zealand
Fri 30/11
BNE - NSN • 1 stop
Top airlines
Air New Zealand
Best reviews • 8.0 score
Airline reviews
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Top routes
BNE - NSN
Cheapest • 22% average savings
SYD - NSN
Most popular
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When to travel
June
Cheapest • 17% price drop
November
Most popular
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Cheap Flights to Nelson

 
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Recent return flight deals to Nelson

Wed, 28 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov
Qantas Airways Logo
07:05 - 16:55SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson
7h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl
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09:30 - 18:10NSN  Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
10h 40m1 stop Christchurch
$265Qantas Airways
Tue, 13 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
Air New Zealand Logo
08:15 - 17:25BNE  Brisbane-NSN Nelson
6h 10m1 stop Wellington
Air New Zealand Logo
17:55 - 07:00NSN  Nelson-BNE Brisbane
16h 05m2 stops Wellington Auckland Intl
$591Air New Zealand
Tue, 13 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
Air New Zealand Logo
18:35 - 09:10BNE  Brisbane-NSN Nelson
11h 35m2 stops Auckland Intl Wellington
Air New Zealand Logo
17:55 - 07:00NSN  Nelson-BNE Brisbane
16h 05m2 stops Wellington Auckland Intl
$591Air New Zealand
Fri, 16 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
Air New Zealand Logo
18:15 - 10:10SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson
13h 55m2 stops Auckland Intl Wellington
Air New Zealand Logo
09:40 - 17:40NSN  Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
10h 00m1 stop Wellington
$616Air New Zealand
Wed, 9 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
Air New Zealand Logo
19:25 - 09:10SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson
11h 45m2 stops Auckland Intl Wellington
Air New Zealand Logo
06:15 - 18:15NSN  Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 00m2 stops Wellington Auckland Intl
$618Air New Zealand
Wed, 9 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
Air New Zealand Logo
19:25 - 09:10SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson
11h 45m2 stops Auckland Intl Wellington
Air New Zealand Logo
06:15 - 18:15NSN  Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 00m2 stops Wellington Auckland Intl
$618Air New Zealand
Wed, 14 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
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18:10 - 09:00MEL  Melbourne-NSN Nelson
12h 50m1 stop Christchurch
Air New Zealand Logo
17:55 - 08:10NSN  Nelson-MEL Melbourne
16h 15m1 stop Wellington
$622Air New Zealand
Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov
Air New Zealand Logo
08:10 - 20:45BNE  Brisbane-NSN Nelson
9h 35m1 stop Wellington
Air New Zealand Logo
14:50 - 07:00NSN  Nelson-BNE Brisbane
19h 10m1 stop Auckland Intl
$626Air New Zealand
Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov
Air New Zealand Logo
18:10 - 10:10BNE  Brisbane-NSN Nelson
13h 00m2 stops Auckland Intl Wellington
Air New Zealand Logo
14:50 - 07:00NSN  Nelson-BNE Brisbane
19h 10m1 stop Auckland Intl
$628Air New Zealand
Sun, 25 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:30 - 09:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson
18h 30m2 stops Hamilton Christchurch
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:15 - 14:30NSN  Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
9h 15m1 stop Auckland Intl
$790Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Australia to Nelson flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Australia to Nelson with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to Nelson?

Sydney to Nelson is the cheapest route at $265 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. Brisbane to Nelson is the most popular connection with return deals from $590.

How much is a flight to Nelson?

A return flight to Nelson costs $961 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Return fares from Brisbane average $852, while Sydney runs a bit higher at $931.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Nelson?

Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Nelson at $895 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Saturday is the most expensive at $1,223.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Nelson?

  • June is the cheapest month to fly to Nelson with an average price of $798 return.
  • December ($1,219) and November ($1,042) are the most expensive.
  • Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Night flights to Nelson are the cheapest at $916 return on average. Afternoon flights are the most expensive at $1,251.

What is a good deal for flights to Nelson?

Flights under $808 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 $761
  • Sydney $803
  • Melbourne Airport $807
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Key details for flights to Nelson

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$328
Best time to beat the crowds (8% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (8% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights to Nelson

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Your questions about flights to Nelson, answered

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

    Emirates 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.

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

    A good deal on a flight to Nelson is around $808 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.

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, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to be around $808 return. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a good deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, aim to travel to Nelson in June. Return fares historically average $798 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on 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 evening to save up to $335 per return. Evening flights to Nelson average $916 compared to $1,251 for midday flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.

Reviews of the top airline flying to Nelson

 
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8.0
Air New ZealandOverall score based on 669 reviews
7.5Food
8.2Boarding
8.5Crew
7.9Comfort
7.4Entertainment
Airline reviews

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.

10.0 ExcellentManish, May 2026
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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

Just a hiccup being added to the NZ Traveller Declaration a bit late.

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