Which airlines fly to Melbourne?

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways and Jetstar are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne from Nelson according to our data. Air New Zealand is the first choice among our users, with 60% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Melbourne. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Melbourne on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

Prices for flights from Nelson Airport to Melbourne are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

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

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Nelson Airport to Melbourne.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Melbourne trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Melbourne. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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16:15 - 09:25

NSN

MEL

19h 10m

2 stops

18:50 - 10:10

MEL

NSN

13h 20m

2 stops

$757Air New Zealand

Sat, 7 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar

06:40 - 07:55

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MEL

27h 15m

1 stop

18:50 - 16:55

MEL

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20h 05m

1 stop

$761Air New Zealand

Sat, 7 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar

17:30 - 07:55

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MEL

16h 25m

1 stop

16:50 - 08:20

MEL

NSN

13h 30m

1 stop

$834Air New Zealand

Tue, 3 Feb - Sat, 7 Feb

17:35 - 07:55

NSN

MEL

16h 20m

2 stops

16:50 - 09:30

MEL

NSN

14h 40m

1 stop

$924Air New Zealand

Tue, 3 Feb - Sat, 7 Feb

16:10 - 07:55

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MEL

17h 45m

2 stops

14:20 - 17:30

MEL

NSN

25h 10m

2 stops

$1,225Multiple Airlines

Tue, 3 Feb - Sat, 7 Feb

Air New Zealand flights from Nelson to Melbourne

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

Air New Zealand

7 Mar

NSN16:15Nelson

19h 10m

2 stops

MEL09:25Melbourne

14 Mar

MEL18:50Melbourne

13h 20m

2 stops

NSN10:10Nelson

$757

Air New Zealand

7 Mar

NSN06:40Nelson

27h 15m

1 stop

MEL07:55Melbourne

14 Mar

MEL18:50Melbourne

20h 05m

1 stop

NSN16:55Nelson

$761

Air New Zealand

3 Feb

NSN17:30Nelson

16h 25m

1 stop

MEL07:55Melbourne

7 Feb

MEL16:50Melbourne

13h 30m

1 stop

NSN08:20Nelson

$834

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18:50-10:10

2 stops13h 20m

$757

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Nelson

Sat 7/3

06:40-07:55

1 stop27h 15m

Melbourne

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18:50-16:55

1 stop20h 05m

$761

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Nelson

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17:30-07:55

1 stop16h 25m

Melbourne

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16:50-08:20

1 stop13h 30m

$834

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Nelson

Tue 3/2

17:35-07:55

2 stops16h 20m

Melbourne

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1 stop14h 40m

$924

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NSNMEL

Nelson

Tue 3/2

16:10-07:55

2 stops17h 45m

Melbourne

Sat 7/2

14:20-17:30

2 stops25h 10m

$1,225

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NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Fri 27/2

06:30-17:40

1 stop13h 10m

$360

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Nelson

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08:10-22:50

2 stops16h 40m

$379

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Nelson

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19:00-22:50

3 stops29h 50m

$548

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Nelson to Melbourne. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $589. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of March, then flying in August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $589.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Melbourne?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne from Nelson when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne for around $773 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne from Nelson for as low as $640 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	16h 25m
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The fastest flight from Nelson to Melbourne takes 16h 25m

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

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How far is Nelson to Melbourne by plane?
A flight from Nelson to Melbourne will travel around 2445.7 km. Typically, this will take 16h 25m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Nelson Airport to Melbourne?
Prices for flights from Nelson Airport to Melbourne are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Nelson Airport to Melbourne?
As of January 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Nelson Airport to Melbourne.
How old do you have to be to fly from Nelson Airport to Melbourne?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Nelson Airport to Melbourne.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?
The required travel and health documents for your Melbourne trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Melbourne. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Nelson to Melbourne

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $721	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 573 reviews		Search Air New Zealand flights

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