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Cheap flights from Nelson to Melbourne from $674

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Nelson to Melbourne departing on 30/3. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Air New Zealand Logo
17:45 - 08:05
NSN
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MEL
16h 20m
1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
18:55 - 10:35
MEL
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NSN
13h 40m
1 stop
$674Air New Zealand
Mon, 30 Mar - Mon, 6 Apr
Qantas Airways Logo
17:45 - 17:35
NSN
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MEL
25h 50m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
09:25 - 19:50
MEL
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NSN
8h 25m
1 stop
$684Qantas Airways
Sat, 1 Aug - Wed, 5 Aug
Qantas Airways Logo
17:45 - 17:35
NSN
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MEL
25h 50m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
09:25 - 09:35
MEL
-
NSN
22h 10m
1 stop
$685Qantas Airways
Sat, 1 Aug - Wed, 5 Aug
Air New Zealand Logo
17:45 - 08:05
NSN
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MEL
16h 20m
1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
18:55 - 09:10
MEL
-
NSN
12h 15m
2 stops
$721Air New Zealand
Mon, 30 Mar - Mon, 6 Apr
Air New Zealand Logo
06:40 - 08:05
NSN
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MEL
27h 25m
1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
18:55 - 08:05
MEL
-
NSN
11h 10m
1 stop
$759Air New Zealand
Wed, 1 Apr - Wed, 8 Apr
Air New Zealand Logo
19:20 - 08:05
NSN
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MEL
14h 45m
1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
18:55 - 09:10
MEL
-
NSN
12h 15m
2 stops
$793Air New Zealand
Wed, 1 Apr - Wed, 8 Apr
Qantas Airways Logo
13:45 - 23:35
NSN
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MEL
11h 50m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
08:00 - 19:20
MEL
-
NSN
9h 20m
1 stop
$834Qantas Airways
Sat, 1 Aug - Wed, 5 Aug
Qantas Airways Logo
13:45 - 23:35
NSN
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MEL
11h 50m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
06:35 - 16:55
MEL
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NSN
8h 20m
1 stop
$835Qantas Airways
Sat, 1 Aug - Wed, 5 Aug
Qantas Airways Logo
13:45 - 23:35
NSN
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MEL
11h 50m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
08:00 - 19:20
MEL
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NSN
9h 20m
1 stop
$836Qantas Airways
Sat, 1 Aug - Wed, 5 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:55 - 22:45
NSN
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MEL
15h 50m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:55 - 13:45
MEL
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NSN
11h 50m
2 stops
$880Multiple Airlines
Mon, 30 Mar - Mon, 6 Apr

Air New Zealand flights from Nelson to Melbourne

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Nelson to Melbourne flight tickets
Air New Zealand
30 Mar
NSN17:45Nelson
16h 20m
1 stop
MEL08:05Melbourne
6 Apr
MEL18:55Melbourne
13h 40m
1 stop
NSN10:35Nelson
$674
Air New Zealand
30 Mar
NSN17:45Nelson
16h 20m
1 stop
MEL08:05Melbourne
6 Apr
MEL18:55Melbourne
12h 15m
2 stops
NSN09:10Nelson
$721
Air New Zealand
1 Apr
NSN06:40Nelson
27h 25m
1 stop
MEL08:05Melbourne
8 Apr
MEL18:55Melbourne
11h 10m
1 stop
NSN08:05Nelson
$759

Qantas Airways flights from Nelson to Melbourne

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Nelson to Melbourne flight tickets
Qantas Airways
1 Aug
NSN17:45Nelson
25h 50m
1 stop
MEL17:35Melbourne
5 Aug
MEL09:25Melbourne
8h 25m
1 stop
NSN19:50Nelson
$684
Qantas Airways
1 Aug
NSN17:45Nelson
25h 50m
1 stop
MEL17:35Melbourne
5 Aug
MEL09:25Melbourne
22h 10m
1 stop
NSN09:35Nelson
$685
Qantas Airways
1 Aug
NSN13:45Nelson
11h 50m
2 stops
MEL23:35Melbourne
5 Aug
MEL08:00Melbourne
9h 20m
1 stop
NSN19:20Nelson
$834

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Nelson to Melbourne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 16 February 2026.
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NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Mon 30/3

17:45-08:05

1 stop16h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 6/4

18:55-10:35

1 stop13h 40m

$674

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Sat 1/8

17:45-17:35

1 stop25h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 5/8

09:25-19:50

1 stop8h 25m

$684

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Sat 1/8

17:45-17:35

1 stop25h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 5/8

09:25-09:35

1 stop22h 10m

$685

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Mon 30/3

17:45-08:05

1 stop16h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 6/4

18:55-09:10

2 stops12h 15m

$721

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Wed 1/4

06:40-08:05

1 stop27h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 8/4

18:55-08:05

1 stop11h 10m

$759

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Wed 1/4

19:20-08:05

1 stop14h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 8/4

18:55-09:10

2 stops12h 15m

$793

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Sat 1/8

13:45-23:35

2 stops11h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 5/8

08:00-19:20

1 stop9h 20m

$834

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Sat 1/8

13:45-23:35

2 stops11h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 5/8

06:35-16:55

1 stop8h 20m

$835

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Sat 1/8

13:45-23:35

2 stops11h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 5/8

08:00-19:20

1 stop9h 20m

$836

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Mon 30/3

08:55-22:45

2 stops15h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 6/4

23:55-13:45

2 stops11h 50m

$880

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Nelson to Melbourne

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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 $562. 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 $562.

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 $730 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 $647 on momondo.

Cheap Nelson to Melbourne flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Nelson to Melbourne

Fastest flight time

16h 20m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Nelson to Melbourne takes 16h 20m
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 20m 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?

  • 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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Rating
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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $553Free cancellationRating
8.0
584 reviews
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