Question 1

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Nelson?

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It is quick and easy to find flights to Nelson on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Nelson that suits you.

Question 2

Can I find flights to Nelson with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Nelson with this policy.

Question 3

How can momondo help me find flights to Nelson?

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Once all potential Nelson flight options are in front of you momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times, amongst many other options.

Question 4

I’m not ready to book a flight to Nelson right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Nelson. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.

Question 5

What is the cheapest month to fly to Nelson?

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The cheapest month to fly to Nelson from Australia is in July. Flight prices, which tend to average around $510, 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 August is your next best option. Flight prices from Australia to Nelson during August average around $644.

Question 6

Is there an alternative airport near Nelson?

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Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near Nelson is possible. If you are planning a flight to Nelson, consider booking flights to Nelson Airport (6 km from Nelson city centre), Blenheim Airport (56 km from Nelson city centre), Picton Koromiko Airport (57 km from Nelson city centre), Takaka Airport (66 km from Nelson city centre) or Kaikoura Airport (132 km from Nelson city centre).

Question 7

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Nelson?

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Prices vary based on where travellers are departing from, but on average, the cheapest airport to fly to in Nelson is Nelson Airport where the average price is $129. Users typically find the best prices when using momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Question 8

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Nelson?

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The best deal found on momondo in the last two weeks was a flight to Nelson from Timaru for $88. This is 62% cheaper than most flight deals to Nelson. To find the cheapest price to Nelson from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Question 9

Which airlines fly to Nelson?

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For flights from Australia to Nelson, most momondo users will book with popular airlines such as Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Jetstar and Emirates. Depending on what airport you fly from, you may have other airlines to choose from.

Question 10

Air New Zealand Flights to Nelson

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The most popular airline for flights to Nelson on momondo is Air New Zealand, which operates 57 flights in this direction every week. Most depart out of Auckland Intl, with the best deal for Air New Zealand flights to Nelson being $540 (return, Brisbane to Nelson, momondo searches within the last 72 hours). In 570 Air New Zealand reviews, it is rated 8.0 by momondo users.

Question 11

Qantas Airways Flights to Nelson

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Another popular choice for flights to Nelson is Qantas Airways (7.5/10, 971 reviews). Most Qantas Airways flights landing in Nelson will be arriving from Auckland Intl, but there are 24 Qantas Airways flights to Nelson from all departure points globally so prices can vary significantly. The best Qantas Airways deal found on momondo this week was $951 (Adelaide to Nelson, return).

Question 12

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

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Prices for flights to Nelson Airport were last updated today.

Question 13

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

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As of January 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights to Nelson Airport.

Question 14

How old do you have to be to fly to Nelson Airport?

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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 to Nelson Airport.

Question 15

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

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The necessary travel and health documents for your Nelson Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Question 16

How long does it take to fly to Nelson?

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If you’re flying from a popular airport in Australia, such as Sydney Kingsford Smith or Melbourne, and flying into Nelson, then you can expect flight times to average 3h 15m and 3h 25m, respectively.

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO NELSON FROM SYDNEY	July	34% cheaper	Flying from Sydney to Nelson costs on average just $510 in July
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO NELSON FROM SYDNEY	April	49% more expensive	It costs about $1,145 for flights to Nelson from Sydney in April
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO NELSON FROM SYDNEY	December	560% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Nelson from Sydney in December than any other month

Best One-Way Price	$442
Best Round-Trip Price	$676
Fastest flight time	14h 05m
Popular in	December

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Nelson?

Is there an alternative airport near Nelson?

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Nelson?

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Nelson?

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

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

How old do you have to be to fly to Nelson Airport?

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

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Nelson?

Can I find flights to Nelson with flexible booking policies on momondo?

How can momondo help me find flights to Nelson?

I’m not ready to book a flight to Nelson right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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