Cheap Flights from Nelson to Tauranga

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nelson to Tauranga flights are currently cheapest in February.

Nelson to Tauranga: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Nelson to Tauranga below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Tauranga.

Nelson to Tauranga: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$451
Cheapest month to flyFebruary

Finding cheap flights from Nelson to Tauranga: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Nelson to Tauranga is $451. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Nelson to Tauranga. But we found flights with one or more stops from $451.
As of December 2025, there are no flights flying from Nelson to Tauranga.
The cheapest month to fly from Nelson to Tauranga is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Nelson Airport to Tauranga Airport on Saturday, 14 February 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Nelson Airport and Tauranga Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Tauranga but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tauranga is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air New Zealand offers the cheapest flight tickets to Tauranga.

Flying from Nelson Airport (NSN) to Tauranga City Airport (TRG): what you need to know

  • To ensure you get on your NSN to TRG flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Flying during a peak month such as June? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Nelson Airport to Tauranga City Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between NSN and TRG include:

    • Wellington International Airport

    • Auckland Airport

    • Christchurch International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Nelson Airport (NSN) to Tauranga City Airport (TRG)

  • Currently, $215 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Nelson Airport to Tauranga City Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $451. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from NSN to TRG if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Nelson Airport to Tauranga City Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from NSN to TRG.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Nelson Airport to Tauranga City Airport.

Handy information about Nelson Airport (NSN)

  • 71.22% of flights taking off from Nelson Airport land at their destination on schedule.

  • Central Nelson to Nelson Airport is approximately 2 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 5 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Expect a trip time of roughly 20 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near NSN. Whether you have an early flight from Nelson Airport to Tauranga City Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Tauranga City Airport (TRG)

  • If you have a late Nelson Airport to Tauranga City Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near TRG:

  • Grab a Tauranga City Airport rental car and discover Tauranga and beyond with your own wheels. Ezi, Hertz and Apex are popular providers you can book with here.

  • Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Tauranga City Airport about two weeks before your travel date.

Getting from Tauranga City Airport (TRG) to central Tauranga

  • Tauranga City Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Tauranga. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.

  • Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.

When to fly to Tauranga City Airport (TRG)

  • March is the busiest month for flights from Nelson Airport to Tauranga City Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Tauranga in January.

  • Lock in your flight from Nelson Airport to Tauranga City Airport for January if you'd like to explore Tauranga during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 23ºC.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NSN to TRG in July. Temperatures average between 6ºC and 13ºC then.

Explore more of New Zealand

  • Auckland is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be explored after you've seen Tauranga. Around 153 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Sky Tower, Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum.

  • If you're eager to discover another major stop in New Zealand, consider Wellington, roughly 418 kilometres south of Tauranga. Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car are highlights.

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