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

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

Which airlines fly to Nelson?

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Nelson from Melbourne Airport 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.

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

Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Nelson Airport refresh daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to Nelson Airport is 2 as of July 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport 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 Melbourne Airport to Nelson Airport.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Nelson Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Nelson Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$423 Cheap Flights from Melbourne Airport to Nelson in 2026

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18:45 - 08:05

MEL

NSN

11h 20m

1 stop

14:35 - 10:05

NSN

MEL

21h 30m

1 stop

$702Multiple Airlines

Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep

23:55 - 15:45

MEL

NSN

13h 50m

1 stop

17:45 - 17:30

NSN

MEL

25h 45m

1 stop

$710Multiple Airlines

Mon, 7 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep

18:45 - 08:05

MEL

NSN

11h 20m

1 stop

14:35 - 10:05

NSN

MEL

21h 30m

1 stop

$722Multiple Airlines

Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep

18:45 - 08:05

MEL

NSN

11h 20m

1 stop

14:35 - 10:05

NSN

MEL

21h 30m

1 stop

$724Multiple Airlines

Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep

18:55 - 10:10

MEL

NSN

13h 15m

2 stops

10:05 - 21:35

NSN

MEL

13h 30m

1 stop

$773Air New Zealand

Mon, 14 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep

08:35 - 20:45

MEL

NSN

10h 10m

2 stops

10:40 - 17:45

NSN

MEL

9h 05m

2 stops

$778Air New Zealand

Mon, 7 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep

18:55 - 12:40

MEL

NSN

15h 45m

2 stops

13:45 - 21:35

NSN

MEL

9h 50m

2 stops

$811Air New Zealand

Mon, 14 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep

08:00 - 19:15

MEL

NSN

9h 15m

1 stop

12:10 - 17:40

NSN

MEL

7h 30m

1 stop

$892Qantas Airways

Sat, 14 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov

08:00 - 19:15

MEL

NSN

9h 15m

1 stop

12:10 - 08:00

NSN

MEL

21h 50m

1 stop

$1,001Qantas Airways

Sat, 14 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

18:30 - 16:55

MEL

NSN

20h 25m

1 stop

09:30 - 17:40

NSN

MEL

10h 10m

1 stop

$1,003Qantas Airways

Fri, 20 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov

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Air New Zealand flights from Melbourne Airport to Nelson

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Air New Zealand

14 Sept

MEL18:55Melbourne

13h 15m

2 stops

NSN10:10Nelson

20 Sept

NSN10:05Nelson

13h 30m

1 stop

MEL21:35Melbourne

$773

Air New Zealand

7 Sept

MEL08:35Melbourne

10h 10m

2 stops

NSN20:45Nelson

14 Sept

NSN10:40Nelson

9h 05m

2 stops

MEL17:45Melbourne

$778

Air New Zealand

10 Jan

MEL09:10Melbourne

6h 00m

1 stop

NSN17:10Nelson

1 Feb

NSN17:55Nelson

17h 00m

2 stops

MEL08:55Melbourne

$847

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MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Tue 8/9

18:45-08:05

1 stop11h 20m

Nelson

Tue 15/9

14:35-10:05

1 stop21h 30m

$702

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MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Mon 7/9

23:55-15:45

1 stop13h 50m

Nelson

Mon 14/9

17:45-17:30

1 stop25h 45m

$710

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Tue 8/9

18:45-08:05

1 stop11h 20m

Nelson

Tue 15/9

14:35-10:05

1 stop21h 30m

$722

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Tue 8/9

18:45-08:05

1 stop11h 20m

Nelson

Tue 15/9

14:35-10:05

1 stop21h 30m

$724

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Mon 14/9

18:55-10:10

2 stops13h 15m

Nelson

Sun 20/9

10:05-21:35

1 stop13h 30m

$773

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Mon 7/9

08:35-20:45

2 stops10h 10m

Nelson

Mon 14/9

10:40-17:45

2 stops9h 05m

$778

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Mon 14/9

18:55-12:40

2 stops15h 45m

Nelson

Sun 20/9

13:45-21:35

2 stops9h 50m

$811

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MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Sat 14/11

08:00-19:15

1 stop9h 15m

Nelson

Thu 26/11

12:10-17:40

1 stop7h 30m

$892

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Sat 14/11

08:00-19:15

1 stop9h 15m

Nelson

Wed 25/11

12:10-08:00

1 stop21h 50m

$1,001

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Fri 20/11

18:30-16:55

1 stop20h 25m

Nelson

Thu 26/11

09:30-17:40

1 stop10h 10m

$1,003

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to Nelson

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Melbourne Airport and Nelson?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $720 to $824.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $702.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Nelson?

The cheapest month to fly to Nelson from Melbourne Airport is in July. Flight prices, which tend to average around $724, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Nelson in July, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Nelson during February average around $741.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Nelson

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Melbourne Airport to Nelson according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Cheap Melbourne Airport to Nelson (MEL to NSN) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time	7h 00m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Nelson takes 7h 00m

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne Airport to Nelson

How far is Melbourne to Nelson by plane?
Melbourne and Nelson are 2461.2 km apart from one another. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 7h 00m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Nelson Airport?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Nelson Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Nelson Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to Nelson Airport is 2 as of July 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport 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 Melbourne Airport to Nelson Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nelson Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Nelson Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Nelson Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Nelson?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Melbourne Airport to Nelson is Air New Zealand (90% of total bookings). The next most popular airline is Qantas Airways (10%).

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Nelson

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $650	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 656 reviews		Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $800	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,073 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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