NSN - ZQN

$182 Find Cheap Flights from Nelson to Queenstown

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 Queenstown departing on 9/3. 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 Queenstown, 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 Queenstown, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest return fare
$429
Air New Zealand
Fri 23/1Fri 30/1
NSN - ZQN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$182
Typical prices: $209-$301
Air New Zealand
Mon 9/3
NSN - ZQN • 1 stop
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Cheap Flights from Nelson to Queenstown (NSN-ZQN)

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

Fri, 23 Jan - Fri, 30 Jan
Air New Zealand Logo
11:05 - 14:20
NSN
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ZQN
27h 15m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
08:50 - 12:30
ZQN
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NSN
3h 40m1 stop
$429Air New Zealand
Fri, 23 Jan - Fri, 30 Jan
Air New Zealand Logo
09:25 - 14:00
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ZQN
4h 35m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
10:25 - 20:45
ZQN
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NSN
10h 20m2 stops
$512Air New Zealand
Fri, 23 Jan - Fri, 30 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:20 - 10:35
NSN
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ZQN
4h 15m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:15 - 20:45
ZQN
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NSN
9h 30m1 stop
$538Multiple Airlines
Fri, 23 Jan - Fri, 30 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:15 - 16:50
NSN
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ZQN
20h 35m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:15 - 19:55
ZQN
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NSN
8h 40m1 stop
$564Multiple Airlines
Fri, 23 Jan - Fri, 30 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:15 - 16:50
NSN
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ZQN
20h 35m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:15 - 08:55
ZQN
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NSN
21h 40m2 stops
$624Multiple Airlines
Fri, 23 Jan - Fri, 30 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:15 - 16:50
NSN
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ZQN
20h 35m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:15 - 08:55
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NSN
21h 40m2 stops
$628Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Nelson to Queenstown flights

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

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nelson to Queenstown?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Nelson to Queenstown clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Queenstown on a Monday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to fly from Nelson to Queenstown. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Friday and avoiding Saturdays for the best deals.

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Good to know

Low seasonOctober
Cheapest flight$182
Best time to beat the crowds (31% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (23% more expensive on average)
Flight from Nelson to Queenstown

When to book flights from Nelson to Queenstown

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FAQs for booking flights from Nelson to Queenstown

  • What is the cheapest flight from Nelson to Queenstown?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Nelson to Queenstown was $183 for a one-way ticket and $429 for a return.

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Nelson to Queenstown?

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

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

    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 Queenstown.

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

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

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

    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 Queenstown 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 Queenstown?

    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 Queenstown 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 Queenstown

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Nelson to Queenstown. 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 Queenstown? 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 552 reviews
7.4Food
7.5Entertainment
8.2Boarding
8.5Crew
8.0Comfort
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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.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Dec 2025
SFO - CHC
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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.

Flight was delayed by 2 hours. Got lucky that i had a long connection, else would have certainly missed my connecting flight. Food is just okay, specially the breakfast is worse . Asked for water 30 mins before landing, the response is that we are landing so everything is packed . I guess traveling in economy that’s what we get. Probably business class passengers would get a different answer. Only good thing is that wifi service is available from auckland to lax for most part Next time will try united or American and then compare.

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. :)

They are my favourite airline in the world by a million miles.

Do the bumpy weather the whole trip they were very few times when the seatbelt sign wasn't on

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.

Nice friendly staff and crew. Love the 787 flight. Get meals and lots of drinks!

Great entertainment options on the screen. uSB A and C chargers. Free WiFi! Crew were excellent.

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Information on your arrival and departure airports

Nelson (NSN)
Queenstown (ZQN)