Book cheap flights to Nelson

Compare cheap flights to Nelson (New Zealand) on Opodo, all in one search. View airlines, times, layovers and fares, then filter by departure time or journey length to find the best flight for you.

Flights to Nelson arrive at Nelson Airport (NSN), the main airport serving the destination.

The lowest fare to Nelson booked on Opodo in recent days was £37. Use this as a guide only, as the final price will vary depending on your travel dates and how far in advance you book.

Air New Zealand is the airline most often chosen by travellers heading to Nelson.

The ideal time to visit Nelson may well come down to the weather you prefer. In Nelson, average temperatures sit at around 22ºC during the hottest months and 3ºC during the coldest ones. Keep this in mind when deciding when to fly, what to pack and how to spend your time once you arrive.

• Highs: roughly 23ºC in the warmest months
• Lows: close to 2ºC in the coldest months
• Hottest month: February
• Coldest month: July
• Driest month: February
• Wettest month: June

Air New Zealand flies direct to Nelson. Non-stop routes are available from the following cities:

• Auckland with Air New Zealand
• Wellington with Air New Zealand

You can also fly to Nelson making a stop along the way with airlines such as Air New Zealand. Here are some of the departure cities and the airline serving each route:

• London with Air New Zealand
• London with Qantas Airways
• Edinburgh with Singapore Airlines

A handful of simple checks can help you cut the cost of your trip to Nelson:

• Flexible dates: look at a few different departure days before you decide. Flying a day earlier or later can sometimes make a real difference to the price.
• Nearby airports: it's worth weighing up the alternatives. A smaller airport not too far from Nelson might be cheaper to fly into than the main one.
• Baggage: check what's included with each fare before you confirm. Knowing your allowance ahead of time means no nasty surprises at the airport.

Before you set off, double-check New Zealand's entry requirements and leave yourself plenty of time to get your paperwork in order.

Don't forget that adding a hotel to your booking unlocks exclusive discounts on your stay. You can add car hire to the same booking too, and you may find further savings by bundling it with your flights and accommodation.