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Cheap Tickets to Nelson

These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sounds Air
Fri., 23 May - Sun., 25 May
WLG
Wellington
BHE
Blenheim
NZ$131 Return, found 15 hours ago
NZ$131
Return
found 15 hours ago
Select Sounds Air flight, departing Fri., 23 May from Wellington to Blenheim, returning Sun., 25 May, priced at NZ$131 found 15 hours ago
Sounds Air
Thu., 5 Jun. - Mon., 9 Jun.
WLG
Wellington
PCN
Picton
NZ$131 Return, found 2 days ago
NZ$131
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Sounds Air flight, departing Thu., 5 Jun. from Wellington to Picton, returning Mon., 9 Jun., priced at NZ$131 found 2 days ago
Sounds Air
Fri., 13 Jun. - Sun., 15 Jun.
WLG
Wellington
NSN
Nelson
NZ$131 Return, just found
NZ$131
Return
just found
Select Sounds Air flight, departing Fri., 13 Jun. from Wellington to Nelson, returning Sun., 15 Jun., priced at NZ$131 just found
Air New Zealand
Thu., 26 Jun. - Thu., 3 Jul.
CHC
Christchurch
NSN
Nelson
NZ$214 Return, found 4 days ago
NZ$214
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Thu., 26 Jun. from Christchurch to Nelson, returning Thu., 3 Jul., priced at NZ$214 found 4 days ago
Air New Zealand
Fri., 2 May - Tue., 6 May
AKL
Auckland
BHE
Blenheim
NZ$238 Return, found 5 hours ago
NZ$238
Return
found 5 hours ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Fri., 2 May from Auckland to Blenheim, returning Tue., 6 May, priced at NZ$238 found 5 hours ago

Frequently asked questions

What is the name of Nelson's airport?
If you’re travelling by air, you won’t have to decide which airport to choose. Nelson has just one – Nelson Airport (NSN).
How far is Nelson Airport from central Nelson?
If you’re staying in central Nelson, you’ll be there within moments after touching down at Nelson Airport (NSN). The terminal is only 6 kilometres from the downtown area.
What airport is best to fly into Nelson?
Pass through the glass doors of Nelson Airport (NSN) and your Nelson trip will have begun! The city’s main airport, it’s located 6 kilometres from the downtown area.
How many airlines fly to Nelson?
With 2 airlines jetting into Nelson from 4 airports across the globe, your ideal flight is only a few clicks away.
Which airlines fly to Nelson?
Air New Zealand and Sounds Air offer the largest proportion of flights to Nelson. One of the most popular ways to travel there is with an Air New Zealand flight from Wellington.
How many nonstop flights are there to Nelson?
Flying to someplace new is much simpler when there aren’t any annoying stopovers to slow you down. If you’re travelling to Nelson, the fantastic news is that there are 200 direct flights operating every week.
Where are the most popular flights to Nelson departing from?
Flights to Nelson departing from Wellington, Auckland and Christchurch airports are the most popular.
How long is the flight to Nelson Airport?
If you’re heading to Nelson from Wellington, you’ll have a flight time of 44 minutes. Those taking off from Auckland can expect to be in the air for 1 hour and 25 minutes. From Christchurch it’s around 50 minutes away.
How to book the cheapest flight to Nelson?
Don’t leave locking in your flight to Nelson until the last moment. That’s one move well-versed jet-setters use to get the best prices. Booking ahead means more choices and more affordable flights. Another fantastic way to get the best deal is to research all options. If where you’re headed has multiple airports, be sure to look into the cost of flying into a less busy terminal. Last of all, be ready to secure your seat quickly if you stumble on a great deal. It might not be available for too long. With a bit of knowledge and some luck, the ideal fare will be yours.
How to survive the flight to Nelson?
If you’re not prepared, air travel can be tough. But there’s no need to worry. Follow these handy tips and enjoy a hassle-free start to your time in Nelson.What to pack in your hand luggage:

  • The secret to having a pain-free travel experience is to be prepared. Start with the essentials: passport, travel docs, bank cards and daily medications. Next, bring items that’ll help pass the time, like some electronic gadgets or a magazine. It’s also smart to bring your chargers, a quality neck pillow and a pair of earplugs. Finally, be sure to squeeze in toiletries like a toothbrush, deodorant and a fresh set of clothes.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

  • Leave all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and hair gel in your checked luggage. Any liquids in your carry-on bag larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) won’t be allowed on. Pointed or sharp objects, like your precious pocket knife, and dangerous goods which are explosive or flammable, such as aerosol cans, flares and poisons, are also restricted.

What to wear on a flight:

  • Comfort should always be your prime concern when selecting what to wear on your flight. Consider your footwear carefully too, as swollen feet are quite common. Roomy, closed-toed shoes are always a smart option.
  • Most of us have heard about deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clot condition caused by long periods of sitting. There’s lots you can do to minimize your risk. Wear a pair of compression socks or tights, drink plenty of water and keep your legs and feet moving. Wander around the cabin or perform some stretches in your seat.

How to get through airport security fast when flying to Nelson?
The trick is to be prepared before you reach security. That way, you’ll be hopping onto that plane to Nelson in the blink of an eye. Follow these helpful tips and get your holiday off to a flying start:

  • Security personnel first need to know that you have a valid passport and matching travel documents before anything else. Have them in your hand, ready for inspection.
  • Next up, both you and your carry-on bag must be X-rayed. To make the process quick and painless, take off anything that might trigger the alarms. Personal belongings like your coat, belt and headphones need to go through the machine.
  • For just a few minutes, you’ll need to unplug from technology. Your laptop, phone and any other electronic devices must also be sent through the scanner.
  • Don’t forget to remove liquids and gels from your carry-on bag. They usually need to be sent through the X-ray scanner separately. Each product should be no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and everything must fit inside a quart-size (one litre), clear zip-close bag.
  • There’s a chance you’ll need to remove your shoes for scanning, so wearing slip-on shoes is always a clever idea.
  • Airlines will not allow any pocket knives or other sharp items in your carry-on baggage. If you must bring these kinds of items, put them in your checked baggage.

Trending flights to Nelson

These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sounds Air
Fri., 23 May - Sun., 25 May
WLG
Wellington
BHE
Blenheim
NZ$131 Return, found 15 hours ago
NZ$131
Return
found 15 hours ago
Select Sounds Air flight, departing Fri., 23 May from Wellington to Blenheim, returning Sun., 25 May, priced at NZ$131 found 15 hours ago
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