Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Nelson?

Flights from San Francisco to Nelson usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Nelson (NSN).

Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Nelson pass through?

Most connecting flights from San Francisco to Nelson pass through Auckland Intl (AKL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 51% on flights from San Francisco to Nelson. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $2,281 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $4,623, a difference of $2,342. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from San Francisco to Nelson?

A direct flight from San Francisco to Nelson takes 00m, covering 17,593 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Nelson changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $2,024 to $7,606. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between San Francisco and Nelson?

Nelson is 21 hours ahead of San Francisco (New Zealand Time vs Pacific 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 $106 for economy cars. Top options include: • Snap Rentals • EZI • Thrifty • Go Rentals • Apex

How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Nelson flight?

Return flights from San Francisco to Nelson range from $2,282 to $3,552, with an average of $2,997 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,282 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from San Francisco to Nelson?

Return flights from San Francisco to Nelson typically range from $2,282 to $3,552. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $2,024 on Air New Zealand.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Nelson?

Air New Zealand ($2,024) and Singapore Airlines ($3,739) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from San Francisco to Nelson according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from San Francisco to Nelson?

Flights via Auckland Intl (AKL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $3,019. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Francisco to Nelson, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Auckland Intl (AKL) had the shortest average connection time for San Francisco to Nelson stopovers at 9h 09m over the past 3 months.

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Mon, 1 Mar - Mon, 15 Mar

22:45 - 20:45SFO San Francisco-NSN Nelson

25h 00m2 stops Auckland Intl Wellington

17:55 - 07:05NSN Nelson-SFO San Francisco

33h 10m2 stops Wellington Auckland Intl

$2,024Air New Zealand

3+ days ago

Mon, 1 Mar - Mon, 15 Mar

22:45 - 19:15SFO San Francisco-NSN Nelson

23h 30m2 stops Auckland Intl Wellington

06:30 - 07:05NSN Nelson-SFO San Francisco

20h 35m1 stop Auckland Intl

$2,034Air New Zealand

3+ days ago

Mon, 1 Mar - Mon, 15 Mar

22:45 - 10:35SFO San Francisco-NSN Nelson

38h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl

11:05 - 07:05NSN Nelson-SFO San Francisco

16h 00m1 stop Auckland Intl

$2,038Air New Zealand

3+ days ago

Mon, 1 Mar - Mon, 15 Mar

22:45 - 20:45SFO San Francisco-NSN Nelson

25h 00m2 stops Auckland Intl Wellington

13:10 - 16:35NSN Nelson-SFO San Francisco

23h 25m3 stops Wellington Auckland Intl Los Angeles

$2,443Air New Zealand

3+ days ago

Mon, 14 Dec - Fri, 15 Jan

13:13 - 09:25SFO San Francisco-NSN Nelson

23h 12m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

14:50 - 14:48NSN Nelson-SFO San Francisco

20h 58m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles

$2,585Multiple Airlines

2 days ago

Mon, 14 Dec - Fri, 15 Jan

09:15 - 15:45SFO San Francisco-NSN Nelson

33h 30m2 stops Vancouver Intl Auckland Intl

19:05 - 11:05NSN Nelson-SFO San Francisco

37h 00m1 stop Auckland Intl

$3,602Multiple Airlines

2 days ago

Sun, 9 May - Thu, 13 May

11:45 - 13:55SFO San Francisco-NSN Nelson

55h 10m2 stops Singapore Changi Auckland Intl

06:30 - 20:35NSN Nelson-SFO San Francisco

33h 05m2 stops Auckland Intl Singapore Changi

$3,739Singapore Airlines

2 days ago

Sun, 9 May - Thu, 13 May

11:45 - 13:55SFO San Francisco-NSN Nelson

55h 10m2 stops Singapore Changi Auckland Intl

06:30 - 20:35NSN Nelson-SFO San Francisco

33h 05m2 stops Auckland Intl Singapore Changi

$3,741Singapore Airlines

1 day ago

Mon, 1 Mar - Mon, 15 Mar

21:13 - 16:55SFO San Francisco-NSN Nelson

46h 42m3 stops Los Angeles Papeete Faaa Auckland Intl

06:30 - 20:40NSN Nelson-SFO San Francisco

34h 10m3 stops Auckland Intl Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan

$3,757Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Mon, 14 Dec - Fri, 15 Jan

19:50 - 09:25SFO San Francisco-NSN Nelson

16h 35m1 stop Auckland Intl

19:05 - 11:05NSN Nelson-SFO San Francisco

37h 00m1 stop Auckland Intl

$4,101Air New Zealand

2 days ago

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Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

22:45 - 15:35SFO San Francisco-NSN Nelson

19h 50m2 stops Auckland Intl Wellington

06:00 - 07:05NSN Nelson-SFO San Francisco

22h 05m1 stop Auckland Intl

$3,570Air New Zealand

2 days ago

Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

22:45 - 15:35SFO San Francisco-NSN Nelson

19h 50m2 stops Auckland Intl Wellington

06:30 - 07:05NSN Nelson-SFO San Francisco

21h 35m1 stop Auckland Intl

$3,572Air New Zealand

3+ days ago

Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

22:45 - 12:20SFO San Francisco-NSN Nelson

16h 35m1 stop Auckland Intl

10:05 - 07:05NSN Nelson-SFO San Francisco

18h 00m1 stop Auckland Intl

$3,752Air New Zealand

3+ days ago

Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

22:45 - 16:55SFO San Francisco-NSN Nelson

21h 10m1 stop Auckland Intl

06:00 - 07:05NSN Nelson-SFO San Francisco

22h 05m1 stop Auckland Intl

$3,930Air New Zealand

2 days ago

Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

22:45 - 18:35SFO San Francisco-NSN Nelson

22h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl

11:05 - 07:05NSN Nelson-SFO San Francisco

17h 00m1 stop Auckland Intl

$3,932Air New Zealand

1 day ago

Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

22:45 - 19:50SFO San Francisco-NSN Nelson

24h 05m1 stop Auckland Intl

09:30 - 07:05NSN Nelson-SFO San Francisco

18h 35m2 stops Christchurch Auckland Intl

$4,175Air New Zealand

21 hours ago

Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

22:45 - 15:35SFO San Francisco-NSN Nelson

19h 50m2 stops Auckland Intl Wellington

09:40 - 07:05NSN Nelson-SFO San Francisco

18h 25m2 stops Wellington Auckland Intl

$4,425Air New Zealand

2 days ago

Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

22:45 - 15:35SFO San Francisco-NSN Nelson

19h 50m2 stops Auckland Intl Wellington

09:40 - 07:05NSN Nelson-SFO San Francisco

18h 25m2 stops Wellington Auckland Intl

$4,787Air New Zealand

1 day ago

Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

13:50 - 10:35SFO San Francisco-NSN Nelson

23h 45m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

09:40 - 07:05NSN Nelson-SFO San Francisco

18h 25m2 stops Wellington Auckland Intl

$5,156Air New Zealand

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How much is a return flight from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Nelson departing in March.

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How long is a flight from San Francisco to Nelson?
A direct flight from San Francisco to Nelson takes 00m, covering 17,593 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco 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.
How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Nelson flight?
Return flights from San Francisco to Nelson range from $2,282 to $3,552, with an average of $2,997 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,282 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from San Francisco to Nelson changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $2,024 to $7,606. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x 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 $106 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Snap Rentals
• EZI
• Thrifty
• Go Rentals
• Apex
Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Nelson?
Flights from San Francisco to Nelson usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Nelson (NSN).
Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Nelson pass through?
Most connecting flights from San Francisco to Nelson pass through Auckland Intl (AKL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Nelson?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 51% on flights from San Francisco to Nelson. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $2,281 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $4,623, a difference of $2,342.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Nelson?
Nelson is 21 hours ahead of San Francisco (New Zealand Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Friday flights average $2,281, about $2,342 less than Wednesday fares (51% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Nelson trip for March. Fares historically average $2,092 return in that month –- typically $1,467 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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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