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 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Nelson. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Nelson on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Air New Zealand is the most popular carrier operating from Australia to Nelson

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 2 as of May 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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19:10 - 11:15

BNE

NSN

14h 05m

1 stop

17:30 - 08:10

NSN

BNE

16h 40m

1 stop

$675Air New Zealand

Sun, 21 Jun - Sun, 28 Jun

19:35 - 09:10

BNE

NSN

11h 35m

2 stops

10:40 - 18:00

NSN

BNE

9h 20m

1 stop

$684Air New Zealand

Sun, 21 Jun - Sun, 28 Jun

18:10 - 10:10

MEL

NSN

14h 00m

2 stops

16:20 - 08:10

NSN

MEL

17h 50m

1 stop

$692Air New Zealand

Mon, 22 Jun - Fri, 26 Jun

17:15 - 10:10

BNE

NSN

14h 55m

2 stops

17:30 - 08:10

NSN

BNE

16h 40m

1 stop

$698Air New Zealand

Sat, 4 Jul - Sun, 12 Jul

19:10 - 09:00

BNE

NSN

11h 50m

1 stop

10:05 - 18:25

NSN

BNE

10h 20m

1 stop

$699Air New Zealand

Thu, 9 Jul - Thu, 16 Jul

19:10 - 14:05

BNE

NSN

16h 55m

1 stop

17:45 - 08:05

NSN

BNE

16h 20m

1 stop

$706Air New Zealand

Sun, 26 Jul - Sat, 8 Aug

19:10 - 09:00

BNE

NSN

11h 50m

1 stop

17:45 - 08:05

NSN

BNE

16h 20m

1 stop

$709Air New Zealand

Sun, 26 Jul - Sat, 8 Aug

09:15 - 19:20

BNE

NSN

8h 05m

1 stop

09:30 - 08:05

NSN

BNE

24h 35m

1 stop

$715Air New Zealand

Sun, 26 Jul - Sat, 8 Aug

06:20 - 14:45

SYD

NSN

6h 25m

1 stop

08:35 - 14:20

NSN

SYD

7h 45m

1 stop

$776Multiple Airlines

Sun, 23 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug

06:20 - 14:45

SYD

NSN

6h 25m

1 stop

11:55 - 20:45

NSN

SYD

10h 50m

2 stops

$821Multiple Airlines

Sun, 23 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug

Air New Zealand flights from Australia to Nelson

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

Air New Zealand

21 June

BNE19:10Brisbane

14h 05m

1 stop

NSN11:15Nelson

28 June

NSN17:30Nelson

16h 40m

1 stop

BNE08:10Brisbane

$675

Air New Zealand

21 June

BNE19:35Brisbane

11h 35m

2 stops

NSN09:10Nelson

28 June

NSN10:40Nelson

9h 20m

1 stop

BNE18:00Brisbane

$684

Air New Zealand

22 June

MEL18:10Melbourne

14h 00m

2 stops

NSN10:10Nelson

26 June

NSN16:20Nelson

17h 50m

1 stop

MEL08:10Melbourne

$692

Qantas Airways flights from Australia to Nelson

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Australia to Nelson flight tickets

Qantas Airways

10 June

BNE09:00Brisbane

6h 10m

1 stop

NSN17:10Nelson

14 June

NSN13:45Nelson

6h 05m

1 stop

BNE17:50Brisbane

$974

Qantas Airways

10 June

BNE09:00Brisbane

6h 10m

1 stop

NSN17:10Nelson

14 June

NSN13:45Nelson

6h 05m

1 stop

BNE17:50Brisbane

$978

Qantas Airways

14 June

MEL09:25Melbourne

20h 40m

1 stop

NSN08:05Nelson

17 June

NSN12:10Nelson

22h 00m

1 stop

MEL08:10Melbourne

$1,070

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BrisbaneNelson

BNE - NSN

BNENSN

Brisbane

Sun 21/6

19:10-11:15

1 stop14h 05m

Nelson

Sun 28/6

17:30-08:10

1 stop16h 40m

$675

BrisbaneNelson

BNE - NSN

BNENSN

Brisbane

Sun 21/6

19:35-09:10

2 stops11h 35m

Nelson

Sun 28/6

10:40-18:00

1 stop9h 20m

$684

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Mon 22/6

18:10-10:10

2 stops14h 00m

Nelson

Fri 26/6

16:20-08:10

1 stop17h 50m

$692

BrisbaneNelson

BNE - NSN

BNENSN

Brisbane

Sat 4/7

17:15-10:10

2 stops14h 55m

Nelson

Sun 12/7

17:30-08:10

1 stop16h 40m

$698

BrisbaneNelson

BNE - NSN

BNENSN

Brisbane

Thu 9/7

19:10-09:00

1 stop11h 50m

Nelson

Thu 16/7

10:05-18:25

1 stop10h 20m

$699

BrisbaneNelson

BNE - NSN

BNENSN

Brisbane

Sun 26/7

19:10-14:05

1 stop16h 55m

Nelson

Sat 8/8

17:45-08:05

1 stop16h 20m

$706

BrisbaneNelson

BNE - NSN

BNENSN

Brisbane

Sun 26/7

19:10-09:00

1 stop11h 50m

Nelson

Sat 8/8

17:45-08:05

1 stop16h 20m

$709

BrisbaneNelson

BNE - NSN

BNENSN

Brisbane

Sun 26/7

09:15-19:20

1 stop8h 05m

Nelson

Sat 8/8

09:30-08:05

1 stop24h 35m

$714

Fastest return journey

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 23/8

06:20-14:45

1 stop6h 25m

Nelson

Tue 25/8

08:35-14:20

1 stop7h 45m

$776

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 23/8

06:20-14:45

1 stop6h 25m

Nelson

Tue 25/8

11:55-20:45

2 stops10h 50m

$821

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Nelson?

The cheapest month to fly to Nelson from Australia is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $504, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Nelson in October, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from Australia to Nelson during February average around $525.

Can stopping save me money on Australia to Nelson flights?

You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a Australia to Nelson flight.

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Fastest flight time	6h 25m
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The fastest flight from Australia to Nelson takes 6h 25m

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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 2 as of May 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 $631	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 648 reviews		Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $713	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,042 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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