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Flight deals to Nelson

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight to Nelson? If you want to travel to Nelson next month, return fares start from $204. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Nelson.$178 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Nov, returning Sun, 22 Nov.Return flight with Origin Air.Outbound direct flight with Origin Air departs from Wellington on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Nelson.Inbound direct flight with Origin Air departs from Nelson on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $178, select.

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Flying to Nelson

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Cheapest flight found	$178
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	1 hr, 3 mins
Cheapest airport to fly from	Wellington
Most popular airline	Air New Zealand

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Fly into Nelson

At the moment, the lowest priced flight tickets to Nelson are from Wellington to Nelson.

Fly in November

The cheapest time to fly to Nelson is currently November.

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Frequently asked questions

Which is the cheapest airline to fly to Nelson with?

Currently, Origin Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Nelson.

How much is the cheapest flight ticket to Nelson?

We looked at upcoming return flights to Nelson departing over the next 12 months and found that Wellington Airport to Nelson Airport for $178 is the best price.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Nelson?

The cheapest month to fly to Nelson is currently November.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Nelson?

The cheapest day to fly to Nelson is currently Friday, 20 November 2026.

Which New Zealand airports offer direct flights to Nelson?

Wellington Airport offers direct flights to Nelson.

Where's cheapest to fly into in Nelson?

If you're flying from New Zealand, the cheapest city in Nelson to fly into is Nelson. The cheapest airport serving Nelson at the moment is Nelson Airport.