What is the cheapest airline that flies from Australia to Nelson?

Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Australia to Nelson

Which airlines fly to Nelson?

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways and Jetstar are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Nelson from Australia according to our data. Air New Zealand is the first choice among our users, with 52% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Nelson. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Nelson on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Nelson?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Australia, such as Sydney or Brisbane, and flying into Nelson, then you can expect flight times to average 3h 10m and 3h 30m, respectively.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australia to Nelson Airport?

Prices for flights from Australia to Nelson Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Australia to Nelson Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Australia to Nelson Airport is 1 as of October 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to Nelson Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Australia to Nelson Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nelson Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Nelson Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Nelson Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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09:20 - 20:25OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast-NSN Nelson

8h 05m1 stop Wellington

15:20 - 17:10NSN Nelson-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast

28h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl

$727Multiple Airlines

Fri, 19 Feb - Mon, 8 Mar

19:10 - 18:45MEL Melbourne-NSN Nelson

21h 35m1 stop Christchurch

09:30 - 18:00NSN Nelson-MEL Melbourne

10h 30m1 stop Christchurch

$773Air New Zealand

Wed, 9 Dec - Wed, 16 Dec

18:20 - 09:00BNE Brisbane-NSN Nelson

11h 40m1 stop Christchurch

15:20 - 07:00NSN Nelson-BNE Brisbane

18h 40m1 stop Auckland Intl

$774Air New Zealand

Mon, 7 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec

19:10 - 11:15MEL Melbourne-NSN Nelson

14h 05m1 stop Christchurch

17:45 - 08:00NSN Nelson-MEL Melbourne

16h 15m1 stop Christchurch

$774Air New Zealand

Mon, 7 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec

19:10 - 17:10MEL Melbourne-NSN Nelson

20h 00m1 stop Christchurch

19:20 - 08:00NSN Nelson-MEL Melbourne

14h 40m1 stop Christchurch

$774Air New Zealand

Mon, 7 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec

18:20 - 20:05BNE Brisbane-NSN Nelson

22h 45m1 stop Christchurch

17:30 - 07:00NSN Nelson-BNE Brisbane

16h 30m1 stop Auckland Intl

$778Air New Zealand

Mon, 7 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec

18:20 - 20:05BNE Brisbane-NSN Nelson

22h 45m1 stop Christchurch

14:50 - 07:00NSN Nelson-BNE Brisbane

19h 10m1 stop Auckland Intl

$780Air New Zealand

Wed, 9 Dec - Wed, 16 Dec

08:15 - 19:50MEL Melbourne-NSN Nelson

9h 35m1 stop Auckland Intl

17:45 - 08:00NSN Nelson-MEL Melbourne

16h 15m1 stop Christchurch

$781Air New Zealand

Tue, 8 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec

19:45 - 17:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

19h 25m1 stop Christchurch

17:45 - 09:45NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

18h 00m1 stop Christchurch

$784Air New Zealand

Wed, 9 Dec - Wed, 16 Dec

09:20 - 20:25OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast-NSN Nelson

8h 05m1 stop Wellington

06:40 - 14:10NSN Nelson-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast

10h 30m2 stops Christchurch Hamilton

$787Multiple Airlines

Fri, 19 Feb - Mon, 8 Mar

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Qantas Airways flights from Australia to Nelson

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Qantas Airways

11 Dec

SYD18:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

22h 35m

1 stop

NSN19:15Nelson

18 Dec

NSN13:45Nelson

27h 40m

1 stop

SYD15:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

$888

Qantas Airways

10 Dec

OOL11:55Coolangatta Gold Coast

26h 00m

1 stop

NSN16:55Nelson

17 Dec

NSN13:45Nelson

11h 25m

2 stops

OOL22:10Coolangatta Gold Coast

$953

Qantas Airways

10 Dec

ADL14:15Adelaide

24h 10m

2 stops

NSN16:55Nelson

17 Dec

NSN17:45Nelson

24h 30m

2 stops

ADL15:45Adelaide

$959

Air New Zealand flights from Australia to Nelson

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Australia to Nelson flight tickets

Air New Zealand

9 Dec

MEL19:10Melbourne

21h 35m

1 stop

NSN18:45Nelson

16 Dec

NSN09:30Nelson

10h 30m

1 stop

MEL18:00Melbourne

$773

Air New Zealand

7 Dec

MEL19:10Melbourne

14h 05m

1 stop

NSN11:15Nelson

15 Dec

NSN17:45Nelson

16h 15m

1 stop

MEL08:00Melbourne

$774

Air New Zealand

7 Dec

BNE18:20Brisbane

22h 45m

1 stop

NSN20:05Nelson

14 Dec

NSN17:30Nelson

16h 30m

1 stop

BNE07:00Brisbane

$778

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CoolangattaNelson

OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast - NSN Nelson

OOLNSN

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Fri 19/2

09:20-20:25

1 stop8h 05m

Nelson

Mon 8/3

15:20-17:10

1 stop28h 50m

$727

MelbourneNelson

MEL Melbourne - NSN Nelson

MELNSN

Melbourne

Wed 9/12

19:10-18:45

1 stop21h 35m

Nelson

Wed 16/12

09:30-18:00

1 stop10h 30m

$773

BrisbaneNelson

BNE Brisbane - NSN Nelson

BNENSN

Brisbane

Mon 7/12

18:20-09:00

1 stop11h 40m

Nelson

Mon 14/12

15:20-07:00

1 stop18h 40m

$774

MelbourneNelson

MEL Melbourne - NSN Nelson

MELNSN

Melbourne

Mon 7/12

19:10-11:15

1 stop14h 05m

Nelson

Tue 15/12

17:45-08:00

1 stop16h 15m

$774

MelbourneNelson

MEL Melbourne - NSN Nelson

MELNSN

Melbourne

Mon 7/12

19:10-17:10

1 stop20h 00m

Nelson

Thu 17/12

19:20-08:00

1 stop14h 40m

$774

BrisbaneNelson

BNE Brisbane - NSN Nelson

BNENSN

Brisbane

Mon 7/12

18:20-20:05

1 stop22h 45m

Nelson

Mon 14/12

17:30-07:00

1 stop16h 30m

$778

BrisbaneNelson

BNE Brisbane - NSN Nelson

BNENSN

Brisbane

Wed 9/12

18:20-20:05

1 stop22h 45m

Nelson

Wed 16/12

14:50-07:00

1 stop19h 10m

$780

MelbourneNelson

MEL Melbourne - NSN Nelson

MELNSN

Melbourne

Tue 8/12

08:15-19:50

1 stop9h 35m

Nelson

Tue 15/12

17:45-08:00

1 stop16h 15m

$781

SydneyNelson

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/12

19:45-17:10

1 stop19h 25m

Nelson

Wed 16/12

17:45-09:45

1 stop18h 00m

$784

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CoolangattaNelson

OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast - NSN Nelson

OOLNSN

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Fri 19/2

09:20-20:25

1 stop8h 05m

Nelson

Mon 8/3

06:40-14:10

2 stops10h 30m

$787

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Nelson?

The cheapest month to fly to Nelson from Australia is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $801, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Nelson in August, then June is your next best option. Flight prices from Australia to Nelson during June average around $808.

Can stopping save me money on Australia to Nelson flights?

You could potentially save up to 45% on your flight if you consider stops on a Australia to Nelson flight.

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Best price found	$417
Fastest flight time	6h 00m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Nelson from Australia in the past 72 hours is $417. The best return flight deal from Australia to Nelson found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $727.

The fastest flight from Australia to Nelson takes 6h 00m

There are no direct flights from Australia to Nelson. There are no popular flight routes from Australia to Nelson.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Australia to Nelson

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australia to Nelson Airport?
Prices for flights from Australia to Nelson Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Australia to Nelson Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Australia to Nelson Airport is 1 as of October 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to Nelson Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Australia to Nelson Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nelson Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Nelson Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Nelson Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Australia to Nelson

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $633	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 676 reviews		Search Air New Zealand flights

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