$1,062 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 31/1. 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.
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results for flights to Nelson, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results for flights to Nelson, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest return fare
$1,062
Overall average: $956
Air New Zealand
Sat 31/1Tue 10/2
MEL - NSN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
Multiple Airlines
Thu 25/12
SYD - NSN • multi-stop
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Cheap Flights 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.
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Recent return flight deals from Australia to Nelson

Sat, 31 Jan - Tue, 10 Feb
Air New Zealand Logo
18:00 - 10:45
MEL
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NSN
14h 45m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
17:30 - 07:55
NSN
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MEL
16h 25m1 stop
$1,062Air New Zealand
Sat, 31 Jan - Tue, 10 Feb
Air New Zealand Logo
18:00 - 10:45
MEL
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NSN
14h 45m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
13:45 - 21:30
NSN
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MEL
9h 45m2 stops
$1,072Air New Zealand
Sat, 31 Jan - Tue, 10 Feb
Air New Zealand Logo
09:05 - 19:35
MEL
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NSN
8h 30m2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
13:45 - 21:30
NSN
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MEL
9h 45m2 stops
$1,470Air New Zealand
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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 are the most popular airlines flying to Nelson?

The most popular airline among KAYAK users flying to Nelson is Air New Zealand, followed by Qantas Airways and Jetstar.

Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
#1 most popular
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
#2 most popular
Jetstar
Jetstar
#3 most popular
Emirates
Emirates
#4 most popular
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Good to know

Low seasonMay
Cheapest flight$1,062
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 4% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (36% 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.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Nelson?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Nelson is Thursday where tickets can be as cheap as $912. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Saturday, where prices are $1,391 on average.

  • 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 243 direct flights from within Australia to Nelson. The most common day for departures is Friday, with 16% 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?

 
Nonstop data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying nonstop 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 Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +3 more

Air Canada, Air China, +4 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +3 more

Air Canada, Air China, +4 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +3 more

Air Canada, Air China, +4 more

Thursday

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

Air China, Air New Zealand, +3 more

Friday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +3 more

Air Canada, Air China, +4 more

Saturday

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

Air China, Air New Zealand, +3 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +3 more

Air Canada, Air China, +4 more

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Direct returns

Nelson to Australia

Monday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +3 more

Air Canada, Air China, +4 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +3 more

Air Canada, Air China, +4 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +3 more

Air Canada, Air China, +4 more

Thursday

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

Air China, Air New Zealand, +3 more

Friday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +3 more

Air Canada, Air China, +4 more

Saturday

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

Air China, Air New Zealand, +3 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +3 more

Air Canada, Air China, +4 more

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Reviews of the 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 557 reviews
8.2Boarding
8.5Crew
7.5Entertainment
8.0Comfort
7.4Food
Airline reviews

Entertainment screen froze and had to be reset. Noticed it happened to other passengers as well.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Dec 2025
SIN - AKL
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Entertainment screen froze and had to be reset. Noticed it happened to other passengers as well.

My flying experience was not great. The temperature was ridiculously low. I had a sweater and a big jacket and even then. Since my ticket was an economy ticket, I suppose I didn’t deserve a blanket as they were only available for business. The result, o got a cold I have not been able to shake off in 6 days which has absolutely ruined my stay in Japan as I hasn’t had the chance to leave my hotel room. Everything else that was good, had overshadowed by this. BE A LITTLE MORE HUMAN

The food was not as good as Air New Zealand. The veg pasta was pass-able but the veg cibotta sandwich was dry, hard and not up to par. The coach staff were attentive and accommodating.

Air conditioning was turned to the wrong setting. Way too hot. The entertainment system kept resetting and didn’t work half the flight. Said something to the crew. They didn’t do anything to help. Plane had a mechanical problem that resulted in 2.5 hour delay. Boarded the plane, had to disembark and get back on.

Good and appreciate the effort Air Zealand puts into using more environmentally friendly food containers and utensils. yay! One of the better airlines for this for sure. Still some bad stuff, but at least Air NZ is trying. :) Also really enjoyed the bluetooth option for personal headsets. :)

Great except paying $240 usd for 2 pounds over on a checked luggage. Outrageous.

Like: Aircraft was better than others I've flown in. Crew was great, food was very good. Air New Zealand is now my favorite airline. On our long flight from AKL to YVR there was enough room for those of us in Economy to stretch a bit. My sister is disabled and they took very good care of her and me. Best entertainment offering of all the other airlines. Not so much; Flight from AKL to YRV was delayed BUT they recovered really well so no complaints here. Pretty petty point to complain about. Only negative I have. I will recommend to friends.

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👍

Overall the plane was good and the crew great. The big disappointment was the skycouch. Maybe it would be good if you were a parent with 2 small kids travelling but as a couple it's hopeless. It's impossible for 2 adults to lie down so one ends up sitting. We split our time with one lying and the other sitting. We both got more sleep sitting upright. We will never book one again and don't recommend it to anyone.

Everything you need to know for your flight to Nelson

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Nelson (NSN)