NSN - MEL

$313 Find Cheap Flights from Nelson to Melbourne

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Nelson to Melbourne departing on 15/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Nelson to Melbourne, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Nelson to Melbourne, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest return fare
$627
Typical prices: $894-$651
Air New Zealand
Thu 28/5Tue 2/6
NSN - MEL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$313
Typical prices: $327-$397
Multiple Airlines
Tue 15/9
NSN - MEL • 1 stop
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Air New Zealand
Cheapest • from $627 (return)
Air New Zealand
Best reviews • 8.0 score
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Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Nelson and Melbourne. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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When to book
4 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 29% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Nelson to Melbourne (NSN-MEL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Nelson to Melbourne that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Nelson to Melbourne

Thu, 28 May - Tue, 2 Jun
Air New Zealand Logo
17:45 - 08:05
NSN
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MEL
16h 20m
1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
18:55 - 10:10
MEL
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NSN
13h 15m
2 stops
$627Air New Zealand
Mon, 8 Jun - Mon, 15 Jun
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14:55 - 21:35
NSN
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MEL
8h 40m
2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
12:10 - 12:40
MEL
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NSN
22h 30m
2 stops
$628Air New Zealand
Thu, 28 May - Tue, 2 Jun
Air New Zealand Logo
17:45 - 08:05
NSN
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MEL
16h 20m
1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
18:55 - 16:55
MEL
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NSN
20h 00m
1 stop
$630Air New Zealand
Mon, 8 Jun - Mon, 15 Jun
Air New Zealand Logo
17:45 - 08:05
NSN
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MEL
16h 20m
1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
18:55 - 08:05
MEL
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NSN
11h 10m
1 stop
$631Air New Zealand
Tue, 12 May - Wed, 17 Jun
Air New Zealand Logo
16:20 - 08:10
NSN
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MEL
17h 50m
1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
18:10 - 09:00
MEL
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NSN
12h 50m
1 stop
$633Air New Zealand
Tue, 12 May - Wed, 17 Jun
Air New Zealand Logo
16:20 - 08:10
NSN
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MEL
17h 50m
1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
08:35 - 19:20
MEL
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NSN
8h 45m
2 stops
$641Air New Zealand
Tue, 12 May - Wed, 17 Jun
Air New Zealand Logo
17:45 - 08:10
NSN
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MEL
16h 25m
2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
08:35 - 20:45
MEL
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NSN
10h 10m
2 stops
$651Air New Zealand
Fri, 12 Jun - Fri, 19 Jun
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19:20 - 10:05
NSN
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MEL
16h 45m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:05 - 09:00
MEL
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NSN
19h 55m
1 stop
$727Multiple Airlines
Sat, 13 Jun - Fri, 19 Jun
Air New Zealand Logo
13:45 - 21:35
NSN
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MEL
9h 50m
2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
18:10 - 12:35
MEL
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NSN
16h 25m
1 stop
$734Air New Zealand
Fri, 12 Jun - Fri, 19 Jun
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:20 - 10:05
NSN
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MEL
16h 45m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:05 - 09:00
MEL
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NSN
19h 55m
1 stop
$736Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Nelson to Melbourne flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Nelson to Melbourne to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Nelson to Melbourne Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Nelson to Melbourne Airport departing in May.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Nelson to Melbourne Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Nelson to Melbourne Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Nelson to Melbourne Airport is February, where tickets cost $546 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,198 and $868 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Nelson to Melbourne Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Nelson to Melbourne Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Nelson to Melbourne Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 30% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 7 weeks before departure.

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Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$313
Best time to beat the crowds (29% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (12% more expensive on average)
Flight from Nelson to Melbourne

When to book flights from Nelson to Melbourne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Nelson to Melbourne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Nelson to Melbourne flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Nelson to Melbourne Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Nelson to Melbourne Airport was $313 for a one-way ticket and $627 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Nelson to Melbourne?

    On your way to Melbourne, you’ll fly out from Nelson. You’ll be landing at Melbourne.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Nelson to Melbourne?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Nelson to Melbourne?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Nelson and Melbourne.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Nelson to Melbourne?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Nelson to Melbourne.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Nelson to Melbourne?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Melbourne from Nelson is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Nelson to Melbourne?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Melbourne with an airline and back to Nelson with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Nelson to Melbourne?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Melbourne from Nelson up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top airline flying from Nelson to Melbourne

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Nelson to Melbourne. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Nelson to Melbourne? 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 638 reviews
7.4Entertainment
7.4Food
7.9Comfort
8.2Boarding
8.5Crew
Airline reviews

Needed more leg room. Leg rest and entertainment system box took up a lot of space and I'm not tall. Breakfast was good. Poor quality of the entertainment options.

6.0 GoodCraig, Apr 2026
AKL - MEL
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Needed more leg room. Leg rest and entertainment system box took up a lot of space and I'm not tall. Breakfast was good. Poor quality of the entertainment options.

Boarded on time, smooth flight and "gentle" landing in Palmerston North. Ahead of time due to a tailwind

A better selection of entertainment would have been nice. I found nothing that appealed to me as a middle-aged traveler. The flight attendants were gracious, helpful, and attentive. It also would have been nice to have more bathrooms as the flight was full and the plane was big.

Appreciated the ability to get an earlier flight home after flying in from in from Japan. No problem with boarding or crew service. The limited choice of snacks, compared to previous years. Aircraft seats seem to be getting harder and more uncomfortable all the time. Overall, happy to be home

The Air New Zealand product is terrible, it's as expensive as a Jetstar ticket with add ons but with surely staff and old aircraft.

Wonderful trip. Everyone from checking in to the gate to the flight itself was amazing - kind, helpful, and has a beautiful smile.

The Premium Economy seats were very comfortable and the food was quite tasty. I did not use the entertainment system, but I was able to charge my phone and tablet with the seatback connection.

The seats are feeling very hard to sit on. All the padding is flat, like sitting on a park bench for over an hour

Nothing better than Air New Zealand. Top scores in every category.

Space between seats on Air New Zealand is generally tight. The crew on this flight was excellent! Very attentive and nice. You get free wine or beer and chips and of course the Air New Zealand candies. 1 hour and 35 min flight approximately.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Nelson to Melbourne

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Nelson (NSN)
Melbourne (MEL)