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.

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

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 June 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.

$392 Cheap Flights from Melbourne Airport to Nelson in 2026

Q: 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 $796 to $728. The lowest price recently found on this route was $692.

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08:35 - 14:45

MEL

NSN

28h 10m

1 stop

16:20 - 08:10

NSN

MEL

17h 50m

1 stop

$692Air New Zealand

Wed, 1 Jul - Fri, 24 Jul

18:10 - 12:40

MEL

NSN

16h 30m

2 stops

06:30 - 21:35

NSN

MEL

17h 05m

1 stop

$698Air New Zealand

Fri, 24 Jul - Fri, 31 Jul

18:55 - 09:10

MEL

NSN

12h 15m

2 stops

14:50 - 21:35

NSN

MEL

8h 45m

1 stop

$701Air New Zealand

Tue, 7 Jul - Tue, 14 Jul

09:10 - 17:25

MEL

NSN

6h 15m

1 stop

16:15 - 21:35

NSN

MEL

7h 20m

1 stop

$705Air New Zealand

Fri, 24 Jul - Fri, 31 Jul

18:55 - 14:45

MEL

NSN

17h 50m

1 stop

06:00 - 17:45

NSN

MEL

13h 45m

1 stop

$725Air New Zealand

Fri, 10 Jul - Fri, 17 Jul

08:35 - 20:45

MEL

NSN

10h 10m

2 stops

17:55 - 10:55

NSN

MEL

19h 00m

2 stops

$746Air New Zealand

Fri, 24 Jul - Fri, 31 Jul

18:55 - 12:35

MEL

NSN

15h 40m

2 stops

06:00 - 17:45

NSN

MEL

13h 45m

1 stop

$765Air New Zealand

Fri, 10 Jul - Fri, 17 Jul

15:00 - 09:10

MEL

NSN

16h 10m

2 stops

16:20 - 08:10

NSN

MEL

17h 50m

1 stop

$769Air New Zealand

Wed, 1 Jul - Fri, 24 Jul

12:10 - 11:20

MEL

NSN

21h 10m

1 stop

16:20 - 08:10

NSN

MEL

17h 50m

1 stop

$782Air New Zealand

Wed, 1 Jul - Fri, 24 Jul

18:55 - 19:50

MEL

NSN

22h 55m

1 stop

10:05 - 17:45

NSN

MEL

9h 40m

1 stop

$784Air New Zealand

Sat, 4 Jul - Fri, 17 Jul

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Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne Airport to Nelson

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Melbourne Airport to Nelson flight tickets

Qantas Airways

19 July

MEL18:40Melbourne

20h 30m

1 stop

NSN17:10Nelson

7 Aug

NSN09:30Nelson

10h 05m

1 stop

MEL17:35Melbourne

$803

Qantas Airways

22 Nov

MEL18:50Melbourne

20h 20m

1 stop

NSN17:10Nelson

1 Dec

NSN17:45Nelson

25h 55m

1 stop

MEL17:40Melbourne

$831

Qantas Airways

18 July

MEL16:00Melbourne

23h 10m

2 stops

NSN17:10Nelson

7 Aug

NSN09:30Nelson

25h 30m

2 stops

MEL09:00Melbourne

$1,163

Air New Zealand flights from Melbourne Airport to Nelson

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Melbourne Airport to Nelson flight tickets

Air New Zealand

1 July

MEL08:35Melbourne

28h 10m

1 stop

NSN14:45Nelson

24 July

NSN16:20Nelson

17h 50m

1 stop

MEL08:10Melbourne

$692

Air New Zealand

24 July

MEL18:10Melbourne

16h 30m

2 stops

NSN12:40Nelson

31 July

NSN06:30Nelson

17h 05m

1 stop

MEL21:35Melbourne

$698

Air New Zealand

7 July

MEL18:55Melbourne

12h 15m

2 stops

NSN09:10Nelson

14 July

NSN14:50Nelson

8h 45m

1 stop

MEL21:35Melbourne

$701

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Wed 1/7

08:35-14:45

1 stop28h 10m

Nelson

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16:20-08:10

1 stop17h 50m

$692

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MEL - NSN

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Fri 24/7

18:10-12:40

2 stops16h 30m

Nelson

Fri 31/7

06:30-21:35

1 stop17h 05m

$698

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Tue 7/7

18:55-09:10

2 stops12h 15m

Nelson

Tue 14/7

14:50-21:35

1 stop8h 45m

$701

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MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

09:10-17:25

1 stop6h 15m

Nelson

Fri 31/7

16:15-21:35

1 stop7h 20m

$705

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Fri 10/7

18:55-14:45

1 stop17h 50m

Nelson

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06:00-17:45

1 stop13h 45m

$725

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

08:35-20:45

2 stops10h 10m

Nelson

Fri 31/7

17:55-10:55

2 stops19h 00m

$746

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Fri 10/7

18:55-12:35

2 stops15h 40m

Nelson

Fri 17/7

06:00-17:45

1 stop13h 45m

$765

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Wed 1/7

15:00-09:10

2 stops16h 10m

Nelson

Fri 24/7

16:20-08:10

1 stop17h 50m

$769

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Wed 1/7

12:10-11:20

1 stop21h 10m

Nelson

Fri 24/7

16:20-08:10

1 stop17h 50m

$782

MelbourneNelson

MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Sat 4/7

18:55-19:50

1 stop22h 55m

Nelson

Fri 17/7

10:05-17:45

1 stop9h 40m

$784

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Nelson?

The cheapest month to fly to Nelson from Melbourne Airport is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $682, 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 July is your next best option. Flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Nelson during July average around $711.

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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Fastest flight time	21h 10m
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The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Nelson takes 21h 10m

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 21h 10m.
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 June 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 $643	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 645 reviews		Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $722	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,046 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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