$713 Find Cheap Flights from Australia to Nelson

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight to Nelson departing on 1/6. 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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Cheap Flight Deals from Australia to Nelson

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Australia to Nelson 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.

Recent return flight deals from Australia to Nelson

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Australia to Nelson.
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11:05 - 20:20MEL-NSN
7h 15m1 stop
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08:10 - 10:05NSN-MEL
27h 55m1 stop
$713
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Sun, 1 Jun - Tue, 10 Jun
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11:05 - 20:20MEL-NSN
7h 15m1 stop
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08:10 - 10:05NSN-MEL
27h 55m1 stop
$740
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Wed, 28 May - Tue, 10 Jun
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11:05 - 20:20MEL-NSN
7h 15m1 stop
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14:25 - 10:05NSN-MEL
21h 40m1 stop
$743
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Sun, 1 Jun - Sat, 7 Jun
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11:05 - 20:20MEL-NSN
7h 15m1 stop
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20:00 - 10:05NSN-MEL
16h 05m1 stop
$753
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Sun, 1 Jun - Fri, 6 Jun
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11:05 - 20:20MEL-NSN
7h 15m1 stop
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20:00 - 10:05NSN-MEL
16h 05m1 stop
$778
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Wed, 28 May - Fri, 6 Jun
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18:25 - 07:40MEL-NSN
11h 15m1 stop
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10:20 - 17:25NSN-MEL
9h 05m1 stop
$800Air New Zealand
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Thu, 29 May - Sat, 7 Jun
Air New Zealand Logo
18:25 - 07:40MEL-NSN
11h 15m1 stop
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10:05 - 17:25NSN-MEL
9h 20m2 stops
$810Air New Zealand
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Thu, 29 May - Sat, 7 Jun
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12:05 - 09:50MEL-NSN
19h 45m2 stops
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14:25 - 08:10NSN-MEL
19h 45m2 stops
$889Air New Zealand
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Thu, 29 May - Sat, 7 Jun
Air New Zealand Logo
18:25 - 07:40MEL-NSN
11h 15m1 stop
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10:20 - 17:25NSN-MEL
9h 05m1 stop
$960Air New Zealand
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Thu, 29 May - Thu, 5 Jun
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18:30 - 10:05MEL-NSN
13h 35m1 stop
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08:10 - 08:10NSN-MEL
26h 00m1 stop
$998Qantas Airways
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Fri, 30 May - Mon, 9 Jun
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Nelson

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

What is the cheapest day to fly to Nelson?

The average price of all round-trip flights to Nelson clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Nelson is Thursday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $893. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Saturday, where round-trip prices are $1,362 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Nelson?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to Nelson, 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 to Nelson is May, where tickets cost $750 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are September and April, where the average cost of tickets from Australia is $1,582 and $1,255 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is March with an average price of $842.
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Low season

September

High season

December

Cheapest flight

$713
Best time to beat the crowds (2% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (18% more expensive on average)
Flight from Melbourne to Nelson

FAQs - booking Nelson flights

  • How far is Nelson Airport from central Nelson?

    You’ll need to travel 6 km to reach the Nelson city centre from Nelson Airport.

  • What is the name of Nelson’s airport?

    There is only 1 airport in Nelson, called Nelson Airport (NSN). It can also be referred to as Nelson.

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

    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 to Nelson.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to 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 to Nelson?

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

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

    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 Nelson up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • How many direct flights to Nelson are there each week?

    Each week there are around 193 direct flights from within Australia to Nelson. The most common day for departures is Friday, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Nelson

  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Nelson flight deals.

Prefer to fly direct to Nelson?

Find which airlines fly direct to Nelson Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Australia to Nelson

Monday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +2 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +3 more

Tuesday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +2 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +3 more

Wednesday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +2 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +3 more

Thursday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +2 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +3 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +2 more

Saturday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +2 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +3 more

Sunday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +2 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +3 more

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Direct returns

Nelson to Australia

Monday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +2 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +3 more

Tuesday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +2 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +3 more

Wednesday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +2 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +3 more

Thursday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +2 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +3 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +2 more

Saturday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +2 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +3 more

Sunday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +2 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +3 more

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Top airline flying from Australia to Nelson

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Nelson. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from Australia to Nelson. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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 471 reviews
7.4Entertainment
7.3Food
8.5Crew
8.2Boarding
8.0Comfort
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I love the “boarding from the back” idea - it’s so much better than the “Zones” idea that many others use. Also, the inflight wifi was a first for me! Very nice to have on a 13-hour flight!

10.0 ExcellentJohn, Apr 2025AKL - YVR
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I love the “boarding from the back” idea - it’s so much better than the “Zones” idea that many others use. Also, the inflight wifi was a first for me! Very nice to have on a 13-hour flight!

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.

Arriving at Coolangatta, rows 20 forward, took the airbridge across to the terminal. It was suggested to those from rows 21 back, that we take the rear stairs and to be careful crossing the tarmac. That was all well and good. However, when we got across to the terminal we then had to climb three large flights of stairs to meet up with those coming across the airbridge. No elevator! There were people carrying babies and elderly carrying hand luggage that needed assistance from others.. There was no option to turn back.

It was good for a short domestic flight. As no food ar entertainment provided, there should be a n/a rating available for those.

USB charging ports did not work on any of Air New Zealand flights

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.

Everything was fine. Wish the wifi was free and included in the ticket price.

Nothing special short flight - all good - difference between 1 fudge and 2 fudge is obligation and thankfulness

The flight we had booked was cancelled due to bad weather conditions, but we were lucky to arrive at the airport quite early and got a seat on an earlier flight. The flight was mostly nice, but there were some hefty turbulences towards Queenstown. One of the passengers behaved hysterically. It would have been great if the crew had done something to calm her.

Everything you need to know for your flight to Nelson

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Nelson (NSN)

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