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 53% 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.

How long does it take to fly to Nelson?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Australia, such as Perth or Sydney, and flying into Nelson, then you can expect flight times to average 1h 20m and 3h 10m, 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 July 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 - 09:00

BNE

NSN

11h 50m

1 stop

17:45 - 08:05

NSN

BNE

16h 20m

1 stop

$649Air New Zealand

Fri, 28 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug

09:15 - 17:25

BNE

NSN

6h 10m

1 stop

17:45 - 08:05

NSN

BNE

16h 20m

1 stop

$652Air New Zealand

Fri, 7 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug

19:10 - 09:00

BNE

NSN

11h 50m

1 stop

17:45 - 08:05

NSN

BNE

16h 20m

1 stop

$653Air New Zealand

Fri, 28 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug

19:10 - 09:00

BNE

NSN

11h 50m

1 stop

17:45 - 08:05

NSN

BNE

16h 20m

1 stop

$655Air New Zealand

Fri, 28 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug

09:15 - 19:20

BNE

NSN

8h 05m

1 stop

16:20 - 08:05

NSN

BNE

17h 45m

2 stops

$658Air New Zealand

Fri, 28 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug

19:35 - 10:10

BNE

NSN

12h 35m

2 stops

16:20 - 08:05

NSN

BNE

17h 45m

2 stops

$659Air New Zealand

Fri, 28 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug

19:10 - 09:00

BNE

NSN

11h 50m

1 stop

09:40 - 18:00

NSN

BNE

10h 20m

1 stop

$661Air New Zealand

Thu, 6 Aug - Sun, 9 Aug

09:15 - 20:25

BNE

NSN

9h 10m

1 stop

17:45 - 08:05

NSN

BNE

16h 20m

1 stop

$662Air New Zealand

Fri, 7 Aug - Sun, 9 Aug

12:30 - 20:05

SYD

NSN

5h 35m

1 stop

19:20 - 10:40

NSN

SYD

17h 20m

1 stop

$663Multiple Airlines

Thu, 29 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov

06:20 - 15:45

SYD

NSN

7h 25m

1 stop

08:35 - 14:20

NSN

SYD

7h 45m

1 stop

$681Multiple Airlines

Tue, 25 Aug - Tue, 1 Sep

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Qantas Airways flights from Australia to Nelson

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Qantas Airways

28 July

MEL13:30Melbourne

16h 35m

1 stop

NSN08:05Nelson

29 July

NSN17:45Nelson

20h 20m

2 stops

MEL12:05Melbourne

$1,365

Qantas Airways

23 Sept

MEL06:15Melbourne

11h 05m

2 stops

NSN19:20Nelson

28 Sept

NSN14:50Nelson

11h 45m

2 stops

MEL23:35Melbourne

$1,380

Qantas Airways

28 July

MEL10:45Melbourne

19h 20m

2 stops

NSN08:05Nelson

29 July

NSN17:45Nelson

22h 55m

2 stops

MEL14:40Melbourne

$1,408

Air New Zealand flights from Australia to Nelson

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

Air New Zealand

28 Aug

BNE19:10Brisbane

11h 50m

1 stop

NSN09:00Nelson

31 Aug

NSN17:45Nelson

16h 20m

1 stop

BNE08:05Brisbane

$649

Air New Zealand

7 Aug

BNE09:15Brisbane

6h 10m

1 stop

NSN17:25Nelson

16 Aug

NSN17:45Nelson

16h 20m

1 stop

BNE08:05Brisbane

$652

Air New Zealand

28 Aug

BNE19:10Brisbane

11h 50m

1 stop

NSN09:00Nelson

31 Aug

NSN17:45Nelson

16h 20m

1 stop

BNE08:05Brisbane

$653

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Fri 28/8

19:10-09:00

1 stop11h 50m

Nelson

Mon 31/8

17:45-08:05

1 stop16h 20m

$649

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BNE - NSN

BNENSN

Brisbane

Fri 7/8

09:15-17:25

1 stop6h 10m

Nelson

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17:45-08:05

1 stop16h 20m

$652

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BNE - NSN

BNENSN

Brisbane

Fri 28/8

19:10-09:00

1 stop11h 50m

Nelson

Mon 31/8

17:45-08:05

1 stop16h 20m

$653

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BNE - NSN

BNENSN

Brisbane

Fri 28/8

19:10-09:00

1 stop11h 50m

Nelson

Mon 31/8

17:45-08:05

1 stop16h 20m

$655

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BNE - NSN

BNENSN

Brisbane

Fri 28/8

09:15-19:20

1 stop8h 05m

Nelson

Mon 31/8

16:20-08:05

2 stops17h 45m

$658

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BNE - NSN

BNENSN

Brisbane

Fri 28/8

19:35-10:10

2 stops12h 35m

Nelson

Mon 31/8

16:20-08:05

2 stops17h 45m

$659

BrisbaneNelson

BNE - NSN

BNENSN

Brisbane

Thu 6/8

19:10-09:00

1 stop11h 50m

Nelson

Sun 9/8

09:40-18:00

1 stop10h 20m

$661

BrisbaneNelson

BNE - NSN

BNENSN

Brisbane

Fri 7/8

09:15-20:25

1 stop9h 10m

Nelson

Sun 9/8

17:45-08:05

1 stop16h 20m

$662

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SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/10

12:30-20:05

1 stop5h 35m

Nelson

Fri 6/11

19:20-10:40

1 stop17h 20m

$663

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SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 25/8

06:20-15:45

1 stop7h 25m

Nelson

Tue 1/9

08:35-14:20

1 stop7h 45m

$681

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Nelson?

The cheapest month to fly to Nelson from Australia is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $536, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Nelson in February, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from Australia to Nelson during November average around $588.

Can stopping save me money on Australia to Nelson flights?

You could potentially save up to 18% on your flight if you consider stops on a Australia to Nelson flight.

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Fastest flight time	5h 35m
Direct flights	Thu
Airports in Nelson	1 airport

The fastest flight from Australia to Nelson takes 5h 35m

Direct flights go from Australia to Nelson on Thursday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There is 1 airport in Nelson. From Australia there are direct flights to Nelson (NSN).

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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 July 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 $648	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 653 reviews		Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $798	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,061 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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