What is the cheapest airline that flies from Nelson to California?

Air New Zealand is the most popular carrier operating from Nelson to California

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

Prices for flights from Nelson Airport to California were last updated today.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Nelson Airport to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to California 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 California. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

$781 Cheap Flights from Nelson to California in 2026

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11:55 am - 11:55 amNSN Nelson-SFO San Francisco

20h 00m1 stop Auckland Intl

9:05 pm - 10:10 amSFO San Francisco-NSN Nelson

17h 05m2 stops Auckland Intl Wellington

$1,123Air New Zealand

Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20

2:35 pm - 8:10 amNSN Nelson-SFO San Francisco

37h 35m2 stops Christchurch Melbourne

11:05 pm - 6:35 pmSFO San Francisco-NSN Nelson

23h 30m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Auckland Intl

$1,131Air New Zealand

Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20

6:30 am - 11:55 amNSN Nelson-SFO San Francisco

25h 25m1 stop Auckland Intl

9:05 pm - 7:50 pmSFO San Francisco-NSN Nelson

26h 45m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,196Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20

4:20 pm - 5:42 pmNSN Nelson-SFO San Francisco

21h 22m3 stops Wellington Auckland Intl Los Angeles

9:05 pm - 10:10 amSFO San Francisco-NSN Nelson

17h 05m2 stops Auckland Intl Wellington

$1,445Air New Zealand

Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20

9:30 am - 11:55 amNSN Nelson-SFO San Francisco

45h 25m2 stops Christchurch Auckland Intl

12:25 pm - 10:35 amSFO San Francisco-NSN Nelson

26h 10m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Auckland Intl

$1,645Air New Zealand

Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3

10:05 am - 7:05 amNSN Nelson-SFO San Francisco

16h 00m1 stop Auckland Intl

12:25 pm - 10:35 amSFO San Francisco-NSN Nelson

26h 10m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Auckland Intl

$1,697Air New Zealand

Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3

12:10 pm - 9:39 pmNSN Nelson-SFO San Francisco

29h 29m3 stops Christchurch Brisbane Los Angeles

4:51 pm - 10:10 amSFO San Francisco-NSN Nelson

45h 19m3 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith Wellington

$1,769Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20

6:30 am - 7:05 amNSN Nelson-SFO San Francisco

19h 35m1 stop Auckland Intl

11:15 pm - 12:20 pmSFO San Francisco-NSN Nelson

17h 05m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,928Air New Zealand

Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3

9:40 am - 1:40 pmNSN Nelson-SFO San Francisco

23h 00m2 stops Wellington Nadi

7:10 am - 10:10 amSFO San Francisco-NSN Nelson

31h 00m3 stops Vancouver Intl Auckland Intl Wellington

$2,172Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3

12:05 pm - 11:20 pmNSN Nelson-SFO San Francisco

30h 15m3 stops Christchurch Auckland Intl Vancouver Intl

12:15 pm - 7:20 pmSFO San Francisco-NSN Nelson

35h 05m3 stops Vancouver Intl Auckland Intl Wellington

$2,243Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3

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Air New Zealand flights from Nelson to California

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Air New Zealand

Sep 26

NSN9:30 amNelson

45h 25m

2 stops

SFO11:55 amSan Francisco

Oct 3

SFO12:25 pmSan Francisco

26h 10m

2 stops

NSN10:35 amNelson

$1,645

Air New Zealand

Sep 26

NSN10:05 amNelson

16h 00m

1 stop

SFO7:05 amSan Francisco

Oct 3

SFO12:25 pmSan Francisco

26h 10m

2 stops

NSN10:35 amNelson

$1,697

Air New Zealand

Sep 26

NSN6:30 amNelson

19h 35m

1 stop

SFO7:05 amSan Francisco

Oct 3

SFO11:15 pmSan Francisco

17h 05m

1 stop

NSN12:20 pmNelson

$1,928

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NelsonSan Francisco

NSN Nelson - SFO San Francisco

NSNSFO

Nelson

Wed 10/14

11:55 am-11:55 am

1 stop20h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 10/20

9:05 pm-10:10 am

2 stops17h 05m

$1,123

NelsonSan Francisco

NSN Nelson - SFO San Francisco

NSNSFO

Nelson

Wed 10/14

2:35 pm-8:10 am

2 stops37h 35m

San Francisco

Tue 10/20

11:05 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops23h 30m

$1,131

NelsonSan Francisco

NSN Nelson - SFO San Francisco

NSNSFO

Nelson

Wed 10/14

6:30 am-11:55 am

1 stop25h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 10/20

9:05 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop26h 45m

$1,196

NelsonSan Francisco

NSN Nelson - SFO San Francisco

NSNSFO

Nelson

Wed 10/14

4:20 pm-5:42 pm

3 stops21h 22m

San Francisco

Tue 10/20

9:05 pm-10:10 am

2 stops17h 05m

$1,445

NelsonSan Francisco

NSN Nelson - SFO San Francisco

NSNSFO

Nelson

Sat 9/26

9:30 am-11:55 am

2 stops45h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 10/3

12:25 pm-10:35 am

2 stops26h 10m

$1,645

NelsonSan Francisco

NSN Nelson - SFO San Francisco

NSNSFO

Nelson

Sat 9/26

10:05 am-7:05 am

1 stop16h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 10/3

12:25 pm-10:35 am

2 stops26h 10m

$1,697

NelsonSan Francisco

NSN Nelson - SFO San Francisco

NSNSFO

Nelson

Wed 10/14

12:10 pm-9:39 pm

3 stops29h 29m

San Francisco

Tue 10/20

4:51 pm-10:10 am

3 stops45h 19m

$1,769

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NelsonSan Francisco

NSN Nelson - SFO San Francisco

NSNSFO

Nelson

Sat 9/26

6:30 am-7:05 am

1 stop19h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 10/3

11:15 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop17h 05m

$1,928

NelsonSan Francisco

NSN Nelson - SFO San Francisco

NSNSFO

Nelson

Sat 9/26

9:40 am-1:40 pm

2 stops23h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 10/3

7:10 am-10:10 am

3 stops31h 00m

$2,172

NelsonSan Francisco

NSN Nelson - SFO San Francisco

NSNSFO

Nelson

Sat 9/26

12:05 pm-11:20 pm

3 stops30h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 10/3

12:15 pm-7:20 pm

3 stops35h 05m

$2,243

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Nelson to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Nelson Airport to California?
Prices for flights from Nelson Airport to California were last updated today.
How old do you have to be to fly from Nelson Airport to California?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Nelson Airport to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to California 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 California. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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

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