Which airlines fly to Nelson?

Air New Zealand is the airline most momondo users in United States opt for when booking flights to Nelson. Qantas Airways and Fiji Airways are also popular choices when flying to Nelson from United States. Most major airlines flying from United States to Nelson will offer flights on a regular basis, though your options may vary depending on what airport you fly from.

Air New Zealand Flights to Nelson

38 Air New Zealand flights head to Nelson on average each week. Most will be flying from Auckland Intl to Nelson, the most popular route that Air New Zealand operates to Nelson. Prices vary based on when and where you fly from - the cheapest Air New Zealand flight to Nelson found in the past 3 days on momondo was $1,100, departing from Boston Logan Intl. Air New Zealand is the most popular choice on momondo for this route and has been scored 8.0/10 by 675 of our users.

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8:00 pm - 10:10 amLAX Los Angeles-NSN Nelson

17h 10m2 stops Auckland Intl Wellington

6:15 am - 10:05 amNSN Nelson-LAX Los Angeles

24h 50m2 stops Wellington Auckland Intl

$889Air New Zealand

Wed, Mar 3 - Wed, Mar 10

10:10 pm - 10:10 amLAX Los Angeles-NSN Nelson

17h 00m2 stops Auckland Intl Wellington

3:00 pm - 1:20 pmNSN Nelson-LAX Los Angeles

17h 20m2 stops Wellington Auckland Intl

$889Air New Zealand

Wed, Apr 7 - Wed, Apr 21

8:00 pm - 10:10 amLAX Los Angeles-NSN Nelson

17h 10m2 stops Auckland Intl Wellington

4:20 pm - 10:05 amNSN Nelson-LAX Los Angeles

38h 45m2 stops Wellington Auckland Intl

$889Air New Zealand

Sun, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 13

7:10 pm - 1:55 pmLAX Los Angeles-NSN Nelson

21h 45m1 stop Auckland Intl

6:15 am - 10:05 amNSN Nelson-LAX Los Angeles

24h 50m2 stops Wellington Auckland Intl

$896Air New Zealand

Wed, Mar 3 - Wed, Mar 10

8:00 pm - 12:20 pmLAX Los Angeles-NSN Nelson

19h 20m1 stop Auckland Intl

4:20 pm - 10:05 amNSN Nelson-LAX Los Angeles

38h 45m2 stops Wellington Auckland Intl

$896Air New Zealand

Sun, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 13

10:10 pm - 7:50 pmLAX Los Angeles-NSN Nelson

26h 40m1 stop Auckland Intl

9:40 am - 1:20 pmNSN Nelson-LAX Los Angeles

22h 40m2 stops Wellington Auckland Intl

$896Air New Zealand

Wed, Apr 7 - Wed, Apr 21

8:00 pm - 7:50 pmLAX Los Angeles-NSN Nelson

26h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl

7:05 pm - 10:05 amNSN Nelson-LAX Los Angeles

36h 00m1 stop Auckland Intl

$903Air New Zealand

Sun, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 13

10:10 pm - 7:50 pmLAX Los Angeles-NSN Nelson

26h 40m1 stop Auckland Intl

8:35 am - 1:20 pmNSN Nelson-LAX Los Angeles

23h 45m1 stop Auckland Intl

$903Air New Zealand

Wed, Apr 7 - Wed, Apr 21

7:00 pm - 9:45 pmDEN Denver Intl-NSN Nelson

30h 45m2 stops Vancouver Intl Auckland Intl

11:05 am - 12:25 pmNSN Nelson-DEN Denver Intl

21h 20m2 stops Auckland Intl Vancouver Intl

$1,040Multiple Airlines

Wed, Dec 23 - Mon, Dec 28

8:05 am - 10:10 amHNL Honolulu-NSN Nelson

27h 05m3 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl Wellington

11:05 am - 5:12 pmNSN Nelson-HNL Honolulu

29h 07m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles

$1,192Multiple Airlines

Wed, Feb 24 - Wed, Mar 10

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LAX Los Angeles - NSN Nelson

LAXNSN

Los Angeles

Wed 3/3

8:00 pm-10:10 am

2 stops17h 10m

Nelson

Wed 3/10

6:15 am-10:05 am

2 stops24h 50m

$889

Quickest round-trip

Los AngelesNelson

LAX Los Angeles - NSN Nelson

LAXNSN

Los Angeles

Wed 4/7

10:10 pm-10:10 am

2 stops17h 00m

Nelson

Wed 4/21

3:00 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops17h 20m

$889

Los AngelesNelson

LAX Los Angeles - NSN Nelson

LAXNSN

Los Angeles

Sun 12/6

8:00 pm-10:10 am

2 stops17h 10m

Nelson

Sun 12/13

4:20 pm-10:05 am

2 stops38h 45m

$889

Los AngelesNelson

LAX Los Angeles - NSN Nelson

LAXNSN

Los Angeles

Wed 3/3

7:10 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop21h 45m

Nelson

Wed 3/10

6:15 am-10:05 am

2 stops24h 50m

$896

Los AngelesNelson

LAX Los Angeles - NSN Nelson

LAXNSN

Los Angeles

Sun 12/6

8:00 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Nelson

Sun 12/13

4:20 pm-10:05 am

2 stops38h 45m

$896

Los AngelesNelson

LAX Los Angeles - NSN Nelson

LAXNSN

Los Angeles

Wed 4/7

10:10 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop26h 40m

Nelson

Wed 4/21

9:40 am-1:20 pm

2 stops22h 40m

$896

Los AngelesNelson

LAX Los Angeles - NSN Nelson

LAXNSN

Los Angeles

Sun 12/6

8:00 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop26h 50m

Nelson

Sun 12/13

7:05 pm-10:05 am

1 stop36h 00m

$903

Los AngelesNelson

LAX Los Angeles - NSN Nelson

LAXNSN

Los Angeles

Wed 4/7

10:10 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop26h 40m

Nelson

Wed 4/21

8:35 am-1:20 pm

1 stop23h 45m

$903

DenverNelson

DEN Denver Intl - NSN Nelson

DENNSN

Denver Intl

Wed 12/23

7:00 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops30h 45m

Nelson

Mon 12/28

11:05 am-12:25 pm

2 stops21h 20m

$1,040

HonoluluNelson

HNL Honolulu - NSN Nelson

HNLNSN

Honolulu

Wed 2/24

8:05 am-10:10 am

3 stops27h 05m

Nelson

Wed 3/10

11:05 am-5:12 pm

2 stops29h 07m

$1,192

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How long does it take to fly to Nelson?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in United States you fly out of and what airport in Nelson you fly into. For example, flying from Los Angeles to Wellington takes 16h 25m on average. On the other hand, flying from Miami to Wellington takes 36h 20m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

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Best One-Way Price	$652
Best Round-Trip Price	$889
Fastest flight time	18h 25m

The best one-way flight price to Nelson from United States in the last 5 days is $652 (Los Angeles to Nelson).

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The best round-trip flight price to Nelson from United States in the last 5 days is $889 (Los Angeles to Nelson).

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The fastest flight to Nelson from United States takes 18h 25m (Los Angeles to Nelson).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Nelson

Is there an alternative airport near Nelson?

Nelson Airport, Blenheim Airport, Picton Koromiko Airport, Takaka Airport or Kaikoura Airport can be an alternative airport used for travel to Nelson.

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Nelson?

With an average price of $154 per person, Blenheim Airport is the cheapest airport to fly into when planning your trip to Nelson. This price can fluctuate based on where you are flying from. momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool can help users find the best prices.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Nelson?

The best deal found on momondo in the last two weeks was a flight to Nelson from Nelson for $59. This is 65% cheaper than most flight deals to Nelson. To find the cheapest price to Nelson from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Nelson Airport?

Prices for flights to Nelson Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Nelson Airport?

As of October 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights to Nelson Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly to Nelson Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Nelson Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nelson Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Nelson Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Nelson Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Can I find flights to Nelson with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Nelson which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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