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Cheap flights from Australia to Nelson from $398

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 30/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — NSN
5 Apr — 12 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Nelson

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Nelson flight deals. Data was last updated 31 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$712

One-way from

$398

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$894
10/5-24/5
  • 10/5-24/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 26h 20m total
  • Australia to Nelson
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30/4
  • 30/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 55m total
  • Australia to Nelson
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($215 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($80 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from Australia to Nelson
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Nelson. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 March 2025.

Sat 10/523:20BNE - NSN
1 stop8h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/516:55NSN - BNE
2 stops17h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3$712
Tue 13/506:20SYD - NSN
1 stop8h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/516:00NSN - SYD
2 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$749
Tue 13/518:20SYD - NSN
2 stops13h 15mAir New Zealand
Tue 20/514:40NSN - SYD
2 stops9h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 29/3$771
Sat 10/518:15BNE - NSN
3 stops19h 25mQantas Airways
Sat 24/510:20NSN - BNE
2 stops13h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 31/3$1,426

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to Nelson that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 31 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to Nelson that are best for you.

Fly from

Australia

Fly to

Nelson

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 13/5

06:20-16:50

1 stop8h 30m

Nelson

Tue 20/5

16:00-20:05

2 stops30h 05m

$749

BrisbaneNelson

BNE - NSN

BNENSN

Brisbane

Sat 10/5

23:20-10:05

1 stop8h 45m

Nelson

Sat 24/5

16:55-08:30

2 stops17h 35m

$752

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 13/5

18:20-09:35

2 stops13h 15m

Nelson

Tue 20/5

14:40-21:40

2 stops9h 00m

$771

BrisbaneNelson

BNE - NSN

BNENSN

Brisbane

Sat 10/5

18:15-15:40

3 stops19h 25m

Nelson

Sat 24/5

10:20-22:05

2 stops13h 45m

$1,426

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 30/4

20:45-07:40

2 stops32h 55m

$398

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 31/3

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AU to NSN?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to Nelson. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 31 March 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Australia to Nelson as you normally would.

Rainfall in Nelson by month

Plan your trip to Nelson by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nelson ranges from 70.0 - 80.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 80.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Nelson when rainfall is around 70.0 mm.

Temperature in Nelson by month

Plan your trip to Nelson by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nelson, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 7.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Nelson

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nelson. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Nelson. Reviews last updated 31 March 2025.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
459 reviews
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Overall

8.0

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
459 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
459 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
813 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
459 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Nelson from Australia?

    Nelson (NSN), located 5.9 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Australia to Nelson.

  • What are the most popular routes from Australia to Nelson?

    When deciding which route to take from Australia to Nelson, consider Brisbane - Nelson, Melbourne - Nelson or Sydney Kingsford Smith - Nelson, as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Australia to Nelson that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Australia to Nelson flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to Nelson?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Australia to Nelson.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Australia to Nelson?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to Nelson by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Australia to Nelson

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Australia to Nelson. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 31 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$614Average$1,073FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$857Average$1,396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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