NZ$159 Cheap Flights Queenstown to Nelson (ZQN-NSN)

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Cheap Flights from Queenstown (ZQN) to Nelson (NSN)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air New Zealand
Fri, 29 May - Tue, 2 June
ZQN
Queenstown
NSN
Nelson
NZ$318 Return, found 19 hours ago
NZ$318
Return
found 19 hours ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Fri, 29 May from Queenstown to Nelson, returning Tue, 2 June, priced at NZ$318 found 19 hours ago
Air New Zealand
Fri, 29 May - Mon, 1 June
ZQN
Queenstown
NSN
Nelson
NZ$330 Return, found 21 hours ago
NZ$330
Return
found 21 hours ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Fri, 29 May from Queenstown to Nelson, returning Mon, 1 June, priced at NZ$330 found 21 hours ago
Air New Zealand
Fri, 29 May - Tue, 2 June
ZQN
Queenstown
NSN
Nelson
NZ$331 Return, found 19 hours ago
NZ$331
Return
found 19 hours ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Fri, 29 May from Queenstown to Nelson, returning Tue, 2 June, priced at NZ$331 found 19 hours ago
Air New Zealand
Thu, 9 July - Mon, 13 July
ZQN
Queenstown
NSN
Nelson
NZ$360 Return, found 19 hours ago
NZ$360
Return
found 19 hours ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Thu, 9 July from Queenstown to Nelson, returning Mon, 13 July, priced at NZ$360 found 19 hours ago
Air New Zealand
Fri, 29 May - Tue, 2 June
ZQN
Queenstown
NSN
Nelson
NZ$362 Return, found 19 hours ago
NZ$362
Return
found 19 hours ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Fri, 29 May from Queenstown to Nelson, returning Tue, 2 June, priced at NZ$362 found 19 hours ago
Air New Zealand
Fri, 1 May - Fri, 8 May
ZQN
Queenstown
NSN
Nelson
NZ$373 Return, found 6 days ago
NZ$373
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Fri, 1 May from Queenstown to Nelson, returning Fri, 8 May, priced at NZ$373 found 6 days ago
Air New Zealand
Thu, 9 July - Mon, 13 July
ZQN
Queenstown
NSN
Nelson
NZ$375 Return, found 19 hours ago
NZ$375
Return
found 19 hours ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Thu, 9 July from Queenstown to Nelson, returning Mon, 13 July, priced at NZ$375 found 19 hours ago
Air New Zealand
Fri, 29 May - Tue, 2 June
ZQN
Queenstown
NSN
Nelson
NZ$377 Return, found 19 hours ago
NZ$377
Return
found 19 hours ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Fri, 29 May from Queenstown to Nelson, returning Tue, 2 June, priced at NZ$377 found 19 hours ago
Air New Zealand
Wed, 18 Feb - Sun, 8 Mar
ZQN
Queenstown
NSN
Nelson
NZ$380 Return, found 3 days ago
NZ$380
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Wed, 18 Feb from Queenstown to Nelson, returning Sun, 8 Mar, priced at NZ$380 found 3 days ago
Air New Zealand
Thu, 22 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct
ZQN
Queenstown
NSN
Nelson
NZ$383 Return, found 1 day ago
NZ$383
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Thu, 22 Oct from Queenstown to Nelson, returning Mon, 26 Oct, priced at NZ$383 found 1 day ago

Alternative airports near Nelson

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Nelson NSN. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 10 minutes. Flights from NZ$686
NSN
Nelson
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city centre10 min
Flights from NZ$686
Flight from Queenstown to Nelson route information
Origin airport
Queenstown Intl.
Destination airport
Nelson
Airlines serving
Air New Zealand
Return price
NZ$318
Distance
547 km

Perfect flights from Queenstown to Nelson

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Our flexible Queenstown Intl. to Nelson ticket options cater to your travel preferences, with incredible one-way fares from NZ$159 and roundtrip prices from NZ$318. Whether you're planning a short city break or a longer adventure, our dynamic pricing ensures that you find the best deals for your journey.
 
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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Queenstown Airport to Nelson Airport (NSN)?
Based on fares quoted within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip journeys from ZQN to NSN start from NZ$318. Make your booking ASAP to get the best price for your big adventure. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from ZQN to Nelson Airport (NSN)?
The majority of flights can be cancelled online, but whether you are charged a fee depends on your airline. If you do need to cancel your holiday, follow the instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from ZQN to Nelson Airport (NSN) that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Queenstown Airport to Nelson Airport (NSN) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Queenstown Airport to Nelson Airport (NSN)?
That new movie you've been wanting to see will just have to wait — the flight distance between Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) (ZQN) and Nelson Airport (NSN) is only 550 kilometres. The captain will be instructing you to put your seat upright for touchdown before you know it.
Which airlines fly direct from ZQN to Nelson Airport (NSN)?
Flying directly between ZQN and Nelson Airport (NSN) isn't possible at this time. However, you'll still be able to find a flight to Nelson with at least one stop.
Are Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) to Nelson Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute planners can sometimes nab a bargain, with some of the cheapest fares from Queenstown Airport to NSN appearing a few weeks before the departure date. If you'd rather book ahead, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals continually — as early as a year in advance in some cases. It does depend on the carrier though, as not every airline advertises prices so far in advance.

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