Which airports can I use when flying from Denver to Nelson?

Flights from Denver to Nelson usually depart from Denver Intl (DEN) and arrive at Nelson (NSN).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Denver to Nelson?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Denver to Nelson.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Denver to Nelson?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from Denver to Nelson. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $3,595 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $3,895, a difference of $300. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

Do I need a passport to fly from Denver to Nelson?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Denver to Nelson changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about $3,931 to $5,079. That means the highest observed fare was about 29% higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Denver and Nelson?

Nelson is 20 hours ahead of Denver (New Zealand Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Nelson Airport (NSN)?

Nelson Airport (NSN) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $105 for economy cars. Top options include: • Snap Rentals • EZI • Thrifty • Go Rentals • Apex

How much is a return flight from Denver to Nelson?

Return flights from Denver to Nelson typically range from $3,565 to $3,902. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $3,931 on Air New Zealand.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Denver to Nelson?

Air New Zealand ($3,931) offered the cheapest return ticket from Denver to Nelson in the last 5 days.

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Thu, 10 Dec - Sun, 10 Jan

19:30 - 12:20DEN Denver Intl-NSN Nelson

20h 50m2 stops San Francisco Auckland Intl

19:05 - 16:18NSN Nelson-DEN Denver Intl

41h 13m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles

$3,931Air New Zealand

1 day ago

Thu, 10 Dec - Sun, 10 Jan

15:55 - 12:20DEN Denver Intl-NSN Nelson

24h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

18:25 - 18:14NSN Nelson-DEN Denver Intl

43h 49m2 stops Auckland Intl San Francisco

$4,357Air New Zealand

22 hours ago

Mon, 21 Dec - Mon, 28 Dec

14:31 - 16:15DEN Denver Intl-NSN Nelson

29h 44m3 stops Los Angeles Vancouver Intl Auckland Intl

15:20 - 01:03NSN Nelson-DEN Denver Intl

29h 43m3 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles San Francisco

$4,444Multiple Airlines

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Mon, 21 Dec - Mon, 28 Dec

14:31 - 16:15DEN Denver Intl-NSN Nelson

29h 44m3 stops Los Angeles Vancouver Intl Auckland Intl

11:05 - 12:43NSN Nelson-DEN Denver Intl

21h 38m2 stops Auckland Intl Vancouver Intl

$4,460Multiple Airlines

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Thu, 10 Dec - Sun, 10 Jan

19:30 - 12:20DEN Denver Intl-NSN Nelson

20h 50m2 stops San Francisco Auckland Intl

17:55 - 19:45NSN Nelson-DEN Denver Intl

45h 50m3 stops Wellington Auckland Intl Los Angeles

$4,508Air New Zealand

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Mon, 21 Dec - Mon, 28 Dec

08:54 - 10:35DEN Denver Intl-NSN Nelson

29h 41m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

11:05 - 18:13NSN Nelson-DEN Denver Intl

27h 08m2 stops Auckland Intl Vancouver Intl

$4,596Multiple Airlines

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Thu, 24 Dec - Thu, 31 Dec

16:10 - 09:55DEN Denver Intl-NSN Nelson

21h 45m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

06:00 - 12:51NSN Nelson-DEN Denver Intl

26h 51m2 stops Auckland Intl San Francisco

$4,774Air New Zealand

1 day ago

Thu, 10 Dec - Sun, 10 Jan

17:45 - 11:40DEN Denver Intl-NSN Nelson

45h 55m3 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith Wellington

16:15 - 16:18NSN Nelson-DEN Denver Intl

20h 03m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles

$5,079Multiple Airlines

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How much is a return flight from Denver to Nelson? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Denver to Nelson departing in December.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Denver to Nelson?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Denver to Nelson.
Do I need a passport to fly from Denver to Nelson?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from Denver to Nelson changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about $3,931 to $5,079. That means the highest observed fare was about 29% higher than the lowest one.
Which car hire options are available at Nelson Airport (NSN)?
Nelson Airport (NSN) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $105 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Snap Rentals
• EZI
• Thrifty
• Go Rentals
• Apex
Which airports can I use when flying from Denver to Nelson?
Flights from Denver to Nelson usually depart from Denver Intl (DEN) and arrive at Nelson (NSN).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Denver to Nelson?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from Denver to Nelson. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $3,595 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $3,895, a difference of $300.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What is the time difference between Denver and Nelson?
Nelson is 20 hours ahead of Denver (New Zealand Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average $3,595, about $300 less than Thursday fares (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Nelson Airport.

• The Beachcomber Hotel
• Greens Motel
• The Honest Lawyer, an Ascend Collection Hotel

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