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

Air New Zealand is the most popular carrier 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 54% 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 Perth or Adelaide, and flying into Nelson, then you can expect flight times to average 1h 35m and 1h 40m, 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 September 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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22:55 - 11:20BNE Brisbane-NSN Nelson

9h 25m1 stop Auckland Intl

15:20 - 19:50NSN Nelson-BNE Brisbane

7h 30m1 stop Auckland Intl

$741Multiple Airlines

Sat, 16 Jan - Sat, 13 Feb

12:05 - 20:05MEL Melbourne-NSN Nelson

6h 00m1 stop Christchurch

14:50 - 22:45NSN Nelson-MEL Melbourne

9h 55m1 stop Auckland Intl

$767Multiple Airlines

Wed, 18 Nov - Tue, 16 Mar

08:15 - 20:05MEL Melbourne-NSN Nelson

9h 50m2 stops Auckland Intl Christchurch

12:10 - 17:40NSN Nelson-MEL Melbourne

7h 30m1 stop Christchurch

$794Multiple Airlines

Wed, 18 Nov - Tue, 16 Mar

23:50 - 08:05BNE Brisbane-NSN Nelson

29h 15m1 stop Auckland Intl

07:15 - 08:40NSN Nelson-BNE Brisbane

28h 25m1 stop Auckland Intl

$798Multiple Airlines

Sun, 18 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct

18:20 - 06:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

34h 30m2 stops Coolangatta Gold Coast Wellington

06:40 - 10:40NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

6h 00m1 stop Christchurch

$812Multiple Airlines

Sat, 17 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

22:55 - 10:35BNE Brisbane-NSN Nelson

8h 40m1 stop Auckland Intl

12:10 - 07:10NSN Nelson-BNE Brisbane

22h 00m1 stop Christchurch

$813Multiple Airlines

Mon, 1 Mar - Mon, 8 Mar

22:55 - 09:35MEL Melbourne-NSN Nelson

7h 40m1 stop Auckland Intl

17:45 - 11:05NSN Nelson-MEL Melbourne

19h 20m1 stop Christchurch

$820Multiple Airlines

Fri, 2 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct

22:55 - 09:35MEL Melbourne-NSN Nelson

7h 40m1 stop Auckland Intl

17:45 - 11:05NSN Nelson-MEL Melbourne

19h 20m1 stop Christchurch

$823Multiple Airlines

Fri, 2 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct

07:30 - 18:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

9h 05m1 stop Auckland Intl

07:45 - 08:35NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl

$838Air New Zealand

Sun, 8 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov

09:55 - 18:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

6h 40m1 stop Auckland Intl

16:20 - 10:35NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

20h 15m2 stops Wellington Auckland Intl

$838Air New Zealand

Sun, 8 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov

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Air New Zealand flights from Australia to Nelson

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Air New Zealand

8 Nov

SYD07:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

9h 05m

1 stop

NSN18:35Nelson

15 Nov

NSN07:45Nelson

26h 50m

1 stop

SYD08:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

$838

Air New Zealand

17 Oct

SYD19:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

14h 00m

1 stop

NSN11:20Nelson

24 Oct

NSN13:45Nelson

20h 50m

2 stops

SYD08:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

$844

Air New Zealand

18 Nov

MEL19:10Melbourne

11h 50m

2 stops

NSN09:00Nelson

16 Mar

NSN15:00Nelson

8h 30m

2 stops

MEL21:30Melbourne

$858

Qantas Airways flights from Australia to Nelson

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Australia to Nelson flight tickets

Qantas Airways

18 Sept

MEL16:00Melbourne

22h 55m

2 stops

NSN16:55Nelson

21 Sept

NSN12:10Nelson

7h 25m

1 stop

MEL17:35Melbourne

$1,102

Qantas Airways

19 Oct

SYD16:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

22h 55m

2 stops

NSN17:10Nelson

26 Oct

NSN09:30Nelson

14h 05m

2 stops

SYD21:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,171

Qantas Airways

2 Oct

MEL06:00Melbourne

23h 05m

2 stops

NSN08:05Nelson

13 Oct

NSN12:10Nelson

13h 10m

2 stops

MEL23:20Melbourne

$1,205

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BNE Brisbane - NSN Nelson

BNENSN

Brisbane

Sat 16/1

22:55-11:20

1 stop9h 25m

Nelson

Sat 13/2

15:20-19:50

1 stop7h 30m

$741

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MelbourneNelson

MEL Melbourne - NSN Nelson

MELNSN

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

12:05-20:05

1 stop6h 00m

Nelson

Tue 16/3

14:50-22:45

1 stop9h 55m

$767

MelbourneNelson

MEL Melbourne - NSN Nelson

MELNSN

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

08:15-20:05

2 stops9h 50m

Nelson

Tue 16/3

12:10-17:40

1 stop7h 30m

$794

BrisbaneNelson

BNE Brisbane - NSN Nelson

BNENSN

Brisbane

Sun 18/10

23:50-08:05

1 stop29h 15m

Nelson

Sun 25/10

07:15-08:40

1 stop28h 25m

$798

SydneyNelson

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 17/10

18:20-06:50

2 stops34h 30m

Nelson

Mon 26/10

06:40-10:40

1 stop6h 00m

$812

BrisbaneNelson

BNE Brisbane - NSN Nelson

BNENSN

Brisbane

Mon 1/3

22:55-10:35

1 stop8h 40m

Nelson

Mon 8/3

12:10-07:10

1 stop22h 00m

$813

MelbourneNelson

MEL Melbourne - NSN Nelson

MELNSN

Melbourne

Fri 2/10

22:55-09:35

1 stop7h 40m

Nelson

Tue 13/10

17:45-11:05

1 stop19h 20m

$820

MelbourneNelson

MEL Melbourne - NSN Nelson

MELNSN

Melbourne

Fri 2/10

22:55-09:35

1 stop7h 40m

Nelson

Tue 13/10

17:45-11:05

1 stop19h 20m

$823

SydneyNelson

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/11

07:30-18:35

1 stop9h 05m

Nelson

Sun 15/11

07:45-08:35

1 stop26h 50m

$838

SydneyNelson

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/11

09:55-18:35

1 stop6h 40m

Nelson

Sun 15/11

16:20-10:35

2 stops20h 15m

$838

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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 $781, 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 February is your next best option. Flight prices from Australia to Nelson during February average around $786.

Can stopping save me money on Australia to Nelson flights?

You could potentially save up to 31% on your flight if you consider stops on a Australia to Nelson flight.

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Best price found	$402
Fastest flight time	6h 00m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Nelson from Australia in the past 72 hours is $402. The best return flight deal from Australia to Nelson found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $741.

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 September 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 $637	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 668 reviews		Search Air New Zealand flights

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