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

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

Which airlines fly to Australia?

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways and Jetstar are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Australia from Nelson according to our data. Air New Zealand is the first choice among our users, with 57% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Australia. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Australia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Nelson Airport to Australia refresh daily.

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

As of September 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Nelson Airport to Australia.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Nelson Airport to Australia.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Australia?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Australia 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 Australia. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

$358 Cheap Flights from Nelson to Australia in 2026

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11:55 - 21:50NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

11h 55m1 stop Auckland Intl

19:20 - 15:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

18h 25m1 stop Auckland Intl

$771Air New Zealand

Sat, 17 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct

16:20 - 21:50NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

7h 30m2 stops Wellington Auckland Intl

19:20 - 08:05SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

10h 45m1 stop Auckland Intl

$773Air New Zealand

Sat, 17 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct

11:55 - 21:50NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

11h 55m1 stop Auckland Intl

19:20 - 15:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

18h 25m1 stop Auckland Intl

$773Air New Zealand

Sat, 17 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct

12:10 - 08:10NSN Nelson-MEL Melbourne

22h 00m1 stop Christchurch

18:40 - 09:00MEL Melbourne-NSN Nelson

12h 20m1 stop Christchurch

$792Multiple Airlines

Mon, 12 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct

12:10 - 08:10NSN Nelson-MEL Melbourne

22h 00m1 stop Christchurch

18:40 - 09:00MEL Melbourne-NSN Nelson

12h 20m1 stop Christchurch

$794Multiple Airlines

Mon, 12 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct

17:45 - 08:10NSN Nelson-MEL Melbourne

16h 25m1 stop Christchurch

18:40 - 09:00MEL Melbourne-NSN Nelson

12h 20m1 stop Christchurch

$799Multiple Airlines

Mon, 12 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct

06:00 - 21:35NSN Nelson-MEL Melbourne

17h 35m1 stop Auckland Intl

18:10 - 14:05MEL Melbourne-NSN Nelson

17h 55m1 stop Christchurch

$801Air New Zealand

Mon, 12 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct

16:20 - 21:50NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

7h 30m2 stops Wellington Auckland Intl

19:20 - 11:20SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

14h 00m1 stop Auckland Intl

$806Air New Zealand

Sat, 17 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct

13:25 - 21:30NSN Nelson-MEL Melbourne

10h 05m1 stop Auckland Intl

19:10 - 11:15MEL Melbourne-NSN Nelson

14h 05m1 stop Christchurch

$811Air New Zealand

Tue, 1 Dec - Sun, 6 Dec

17:30 - 08:45NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

17h 15m1 stop Auckland Intl

19:20 - 10:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

13h 15m1 stop Auckland Intl

$812Air New Zealand

Sat, 17 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct

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Air New Zealand flights from Nelson to Australia

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Air New Zealand

17 Oct

NSN11:55Nelson

11h 55m

1 stop

SYD21:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

23 Oct

SYD19:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

18h 25m

1 stop

NSN15:45Nelson

$771

Air New Zealand

17 Oct

NSN11:55Nelson

11h 55m

1 stop

SYD21:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

23 Oct

SYD19:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

18h 25m

1 stop

NSN15:45Nelson

$773

Air New Zealand

12 Oct

NSN06:00Nelson

17h 35m

1 stop

MEL21:35Melbourne

19 Oct

MEL18:10Melbourne

17h 55m

1 stop

NSN14:05Nelson

$801

Qantas Airways flights from Nelson to Australia

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Nelson to Australia flight tickets

Qantas Airways

3 Jan

NSN12:10Nelson

11h 25m

2 stops

SYD21:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

6 Jan

SYD09:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

10h 45m

2 stops

NSN21:45Nelson

$1,361

Qantas Airways

28 Sept

NSN13:10Nelson

12h 15m

2 stops

SYD22:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

5 Oct

SYD22:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

19h 20m

2 stops

NSN19:20Nelson

$1,420

Qantas Airways

16 Oct

NSN13:45Nelson

15h 10m

2 stops

PER23:55Perth

23 Oct

PER17:55Perth

18h 00m

2 stops

NSN16:55Nelson

$3,295

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NSN Nelson - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

NSNSYD

Nelson

Sat 17/10

11:55-21:50

1 stop11h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 23/10

19:20-15:45

1 stop18h 25m

$771

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NelsonSydney

NSN Nelson - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

NSNSYD

Nelson

Sat 17/10

16:20-21:50

2 stops7h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 23/10

19:20-08:05

1 stop10h 45m

$773

NelsonSydney

NSN Nelson - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

NSNSYD

Nelson

Sat 17/10

11:55-21:50

1 stop11h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 23/10

19:20-15:45

1 stop18h 25m

$773

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Mon 12/10

12:10-08:10

1 stop22h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 19/10

18:40-09:00

1 stop12h 20m

$792

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Mon 12/10

12:10-08:10

1 stop22h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 19/10

18:40-09:00

1 stop12h 20m

$794

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Mon 12/10

17:45-08:10

1 stop16h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 19/10

18:40-09:00

1 stop12h 20m

$799

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Mon 12/10

06:00-21:35

1 stop17h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 19/10

18:10-14:05

1 stop17h 55m

$801

NelsonSydney

NSN Nelson - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

NSNSYD

Nelson

Sat 17/10

16:20-21:50

2 stops7h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 24/10

19:20-11:20

1 stop14h 00m

$806

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Tue 1/12

13:25-21:30

1 stop10h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 6/12

19:10-11:15

1 stop14h 05m

$811

NelsonSydney

NSN Nelson - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

NSNSYD

Nelson

Sat 17/10

17:30-08:45

1 stop17h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 24/10

19:20-10:35

1 stop13h 15m

$812

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Australia?

In general, June is the cheapest month to fly from Nelson to Australia. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $580. If you don’t want to visit Australia in June, then you should wait until October to fly from Nelson, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $644.

Can stopping save me money on Nelson to Australia flights?

You could potentially save up to 54% on your flight if you consider stops on a Nelson to Australia flight.

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Best price found	$358
Fastest flight time	7h 05m
Direct flights	Wed and Thu
Airports in Australia	269 airports

The best one-way flight to Australia from Nelson in the past 72 hours is $358. The best return flight deal from Nelson to Australia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $771.

The fastest flight from Nelson to Australia takes 7h 05m

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

There are 269 airports in Australia. From Nelson there are direct flights to Perth (PER).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Nelson to Australia

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Nelson Airport to Australia?
Prices for flights from Nelson Airport to Australia refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Nelson Airport to Australia?
As of September 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Nelson Airport to Australia.
How old do you have to be to fly from Nelson Airport to Australia?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Nelson Airport to Australia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Australia?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Australia 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 Australia. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Nelson to Australia

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Nelson to Australia with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $542	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 668 reviews		Search Air New Zealand flights

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