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Cheap flights from Nelson to Melbourne from $255

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Nelson to Melbourne departing on 25/10. 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 - 08:05NSN  Nelson-MEL Melbourne
16h 20m1 stop Christchurch
Air New Zealand Logo
18:10 - 11:15MEL  Melbourne-NSN Nelson
15h 05m1 stop Christchurch
$566Air New Zealand
Sun, 13 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep
Air New Zealand Logo
17:45 - 08:05NSN  Nelson-MEL Melbourne
16h 20m1 stop Christchurch
Air New Zealand Logo
18:55 - 09:10MEL  Melbourne-NSN Nelson
12h 15m2 stops Auckland Intl Wellington
$571Air New Zealand
Sun, 13 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep
Air New Zealand Logo
17:45 - 08:05NSN  Nelson-MEL Melbourne
16h 20m1 stop Christchurch
Air New Zealand Logo
18:10 - 09:00MEL  Melbourne-NSN Nelson
12h 50m1 stop Christchurch
$580Air New Zealand
Sun, 13 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep
Air New Zealand Logo
06:00 - 21:35NSN  Nelson-MEL Melbourne
17h 35m1 stop Auckland Intl
Air New Zealand Logo
18:10 - 11:15MEL  Melbourne-NSN Nelson
15h 05m1 stop Christchurch
$584Air New Zealand
Fri, 11 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
Air New Zealand Logo
14:55 - 10:55NSN  Nelson-MEL Melbourne
22h 00m2 stops Wellington Auckland Intl
Air New Zealand Logo
18:10 - 11:15MEL  Melbourne-NSN Nelson
15h 05m1 stop Christchurch
$586Air New Zealand
Fri, 11 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
Air New Zealand Logo
17:45 - 08:05NSN  Nelson-MEL Melbourne
16h 20m1 stop Christchurch
Air New Zealand Logo
18:55 - 10:10MEL  Melbourne-NSN Nelson
13h 15m2 stops Auckland Intl Wellington
$587Air New Zealand
Sun, 13 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep
Air New Zealand Logo
14:55 - 10:55NSN  Nelson-MEL Melbourne
22h 00m2 stops Wellington Auckland Intl
Air New Zealand Logo
18:55 - 09:10MEL  Melbourne-NSN Nelson
12h 15m2 stops Auckland Intl Wellington
$593Air New Zealand
Fri, 11 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
Air New Zealand Logo
12:10 - 17:30NSN  Nelson-MEL Melbourne
7h 20m1 stop Christchurch
Air New Zealand Logo
18:30 - 09:00MEL  Melbourne-NSN Nelson
12h 30m1 stop Christchurch
$617Air New Zealand
Thu, 3 Sep - Thu, 10 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:45 - 08:10NSN  Nelson-MEL Melbourne
17h 25m1 stop Christchurch
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:15 - 09:00MEL  Melbourne-NSN Nelson
21h 45m1 stop Christchurch
$665Multiple Airlines
Mon, 28 Sep - Sat, 17 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:10 - 08:10NSN  Nelson-MEL Melbourne
14h 00m1 stop Wellington
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:30 - 15:10MEL  Melbourne-NSN Nelson
18h 40m2 stops Christchurch Wellington
$744Multiple Airlines
Thu, 3 Sep - Thu, 10 Sep

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Air New Zealand flights from Nelson to Melbourne

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Nelson to Melbourne flight tickets
Air New Zealand
13 Sept
NSN17:45Nelson
16h 20m
1 stop
MEL08:05Melbourne
16 Sept
MEL18:10Melbourne
15h 05m
1 stop
NSN11:15Nelson
$566
Air New Zealand
13 Sept
NSN17:45Nelson
16h 20m
1 stop
MEL08:05Melbourne
16 Sept
MEL18:55Melbourne
12h 15m
2 stops
NSN09:10Nelson
$571
Air New Zealand
13 Sept
NSN17:45Nelson
16h 20m
1 stop
MEL08:05Melbourne
16 Sept
MEL18:10Melbourne
12h 50m
1 stop
NSN09:00Nelson
$580

Qantas Airways flights from Nelson to Melbourne

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Nelson to Melbourne flight tickets
Qantas Airways
10 Oct
NSN17:45Nelson
25h 50m
1 stop
MEL17:35Melbourne
14 Oct
MEL13:30Melbourne
16h 35m
1 stop
NSN08:05Nelson
$881
Qantas Airways
2 Sept
NSN09:30Nelson
10h 05m
1 stop
MEL17:35Melbourne
6 Sept
MEL18:30Melbourne
11h 35m
1 stop
NSN08:05Nelson
$1,008
Qantas Airways
2 Sept
NSN09:30Nelson
10h 05m
1 stop
MEL17:35Melbourne
6 Sept
MEL18:30Melbourne
11h 35m
1 stop
NSN08:05Nelson
$1,010

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NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Sun 13/9

17:45-08:05

1 stop16h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 16/9

18:10-11:15

1 stop15h 05m

$566

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Sun 13/9

17:45-08:05

1 stop16h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 16/9

18:55-09:10

2 stops12h 15m

$571

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Sun 13/9

17:45-08:05

1 stop16h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 16/9

18:10-09:00

1 stop12h 50m

$580

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Fri 11/9

06:00-21:35

1 stop17h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 14/9

18:10-11:15

1 stop15h 05m

$584

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Fri 11/9

14:55-10:55

2 stops22h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 14/9

18:10-11:15

1 stop15h 05m

$586

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Sun 13/9

17:45-08:05

1 stop16h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 16/9

18:55-10:10

2 stops13h 15m

$587

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Fri 11/9

14:55-10:55

2 stops22h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 14/9

18:55-09:10

2 stops12h 15m

$593
Fastest return journey

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Thu 3/9

12:10-17:30

1 stop7h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 10/9

18:30-09:00

1 stop12h 30m

$617

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Mon 28/9

17:45-08:10

1 stop17h 25m

Melbourne

Sat 17/10

09:15-09:00

1 stop21h 45m

$665

NelsonMelbourne

NSN Nelson - MEL Melbourne

NSNMEL

Nelson

Thu 3/9

20:10-08:10

1 stop14h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 10/9

18:30-15:10

2 stops18h 40m

$744

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, February 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 $554. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of February, then flying in June is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $557.

Cheap Nelson to Melbourne flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

16h 15m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Nelson to Melbourne takes 16h 15m
There are no direct flights from Nelson to Melbourne. There are no popular flight routes from Nelson to Melbourne.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Nelson to Melbourne

  • 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 15m 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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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $548Free cancellationRating
8.0
659 reviews
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