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Christchurch Airport to Nelson Airport flight

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Christchurch Airport to Nelson Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from $61 and round-trip from $117. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        CHC 10:15 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        NSN 11:15 AM
        Christchurch - Nelson | Sat, Oct 17 | Air New Zealand
        NSN 5:45 PM
        55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 6:40 PM
        Nelson - Christchurch | Sat, Oct 24 | Air New Zealand
        $117 $181
        35% off
        35% off
        $181 $117
      • CHC 10:15 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        NSN 11:15 AM
        Christchurch - Nelson | Thu, Nov 5 | Air New Zealand
        NSN 9:30 AM
        55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 10:25 AM
        Nelson - Christchurch | Sun, Nov 8 | Air New Zealand
        $119 $181
        34% off
        34% off
        $181 $119
      • CHC 10:15 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        NSN 11:15 AM
        Christchurch - Nelson | Sat, Nov 7 | Air New Zealand
        NSN 1:15 PM
        55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 2:10 PM
        Nelson - Christchurch | Sat, Nov 14 | Air New Zealand
        $122 $181
        33% off
        33% off
        $181 $122
      • CHC 10:15 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        NSN 11:15 AM
        Christchurch - Nelson | Wed, Nov 4 | Air New Zealand
        NSN 9:30 AM
        55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 10:25 AM
        Nelson - Christchurch | Wed, Nov 11 | Air New Zealand
        $124
        31% off
        $181 $124
      • CHC 8:00 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        NSN 9:00 AM
        Christchurch - Nelson | Sat, Oct 31 | Air New Zealand
        NSN 5:45 PM
        55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 6:40 PM
        Nelson - Christchurch | Sun, Nov 1 | Air New Zealand
        $132
        27% off
        $181 $132
      • CHC 8:00 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        NSN 9:00 AM
        Christchurch - Nelson | Sun, Nov 1 | Air New Zealand
        NSN 9:30 AM
        55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 10:25 AM
        Nelson - Christchurch | Tue, Nov 3 | Air New Zealand
        $132
        27% off
        $181 $132
      • CHC 10:15 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        NSN 11:15 AM
        Christchurch - Nelson | Mon, Nov 2 | Air New Zealand
        NSN 12:10 PM
        55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 1:05 PM
        Nelson - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 9 | Air New Zealand
        $133
        27% off
        $181 $133
      • CHC 11:35 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        NSN 12:35 PM
        Christchurch - Nelson | Fri, Nov 6 | Air New Zealand
        NSN 5:45 PM
        55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 6:40 PM
        Nelson - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 9 | Air New Zealand
        $133
        27% off
        $181 $133
      • CHC 7:05 PM
        1h
        Nonstop
        NSN 8:05 PM
        Christchurch - Nelson | Tue, Nov 3 | Air New Zealand
        NSN 5:45 PM
        55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 6:40 PM
        Nelson - Christchurch | Tue, Nov 10 | Air New Zealand
        $139
        23% off
        $181 $139
      • CHC 8:00 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        NSN 9:00 AM
        Christchurch - Nelson | Sat, Nov 28 | Air New Zealand
        NSN 7:20 PM
        55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 8:15 PM
        Nelson - Christchurch | Sun, Nov 29 | Air New Zealand
        $140
        23% off
        $181 $140
      • CHC 10:15 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        NSN 11:15 AM
        Christchurch - Nelson | Fri, Oct 30 | Air New Zealand
        NSN 9:30 AM
        55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 10:25 AM
        Nelson - Christchurch | Tue, Nov 3 | Air New Zealand
        $141
        22% off
        $181 $141
      • CHC 10:15 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        NSN 11:15 AM
        Christchurch - Nelson | Wed, Nov 18 | Air New Zealand
        NSN 9:30 AM
        55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 10:25 AM
        Nelson - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 23 | Air New Zealand
        $141
        22% off
        $181 $141
      • CHC 1:00 PM
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        NSN 2:00 PM
        Christchurch - Nelson | Sun, Oct 4 | Normal Airline
        NSN 3:00 PM
        6h
        Nonstop
        CHC 4:00 PM
        Nelson - Christchurch | Tue, Oct 6 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        CHC 8:00 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        NSN 9:00 AM
        Christchurch - Nelson | Sun, Nov 15 | Air New Zealand
        $61 $147
        59% off
        59% off
        $147 $61
      • CHC 8:00 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        NSN 9:00 AM
        Christchurch - Nelson | Sat, Nov 14 | Air New Zealand
        $62 $147
        57% off
        57% off
        $147 $62
      • CHC 10:15 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        NSN 11:15 AM
        Christchurch - Nelson | Wed, Oct 21 | Air New Zealand
        $63 $147
        56% off
        56% off
        $147 $63
      • CHC 10:15 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        NSN 11:15 AM
        Christchurch - Nelson | Mon, Nov 2 | Air New Zealand
        $64
        56% off
        $147 $64
      • CHC 8:00 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        NSN 9:00 AM
        Christchurch - Nelson | Thu, Nov 26 | Air New Zealand
        $64
        56% off
        $147 $64
      • CHC 10:15 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        NSN 11:15 AM
        Christchurch - Nelson | Wed, Nov 18 | Air New Zealand
        $64
        56% off
        $147 $64
      • CHC 8:00 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        NSN 9:00 AM
        Christchurch - Nelson | Mon, Oct 26 | Air New Zealand
        $65
        56% off
        $147 $65
      • CHC 10:15 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        NSN 11:15 AM
        Christchurch - Nelson | Sat, Nov 21 | Air New Zealand
        $66
        55% off
        $147 $66
      • CHC 8:00 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        NSN 9:00 AM
        Christchurch - Nelson | Sat, Oct 31 | Air New Zealand
        $73
        50% off
        $147 $73
      • CHC 10:15 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        NSN 11:15 AM
        Christchurch - Nelson | Sat, Nov 7 | Air New Zealand
        $73
        50% off
        $147 $73
      • CHC 8:00 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        NSN 9:00 AM
        Christchurch - Nelson | Sat, Oct 17 | Air New Zealand
        $103
        30% off
        $147 $103
      • CHC 11:35 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        NSN 12:35 PM
        Christchurch - Nelson | Mon, Nov 9 | Air New Zealand
        $114
        22% off
        $147 $114
      • CHC 1:00 PM
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        NSN 2:00 PM
        Christchurch - Nelson | Sun, Oct 4 | Normal Airline
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Displayed flight fares from Christchurch Airport to Nelson Airport are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from Christchurch Airport to Nelson Airport

What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from Christchurch Airport to Nelson Airport?

Data is based on average one-way flight prices from Christchurch Airport to Nelson Airport in Trip.com's database over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, if you’re looking for a low-cost one-way ticket from Christchurch Airport to Nelson Airport, the best time to buy is in June, with an average price of $90. You’ll want to avoid September, when the average price can reach as high as $195.

$195
$143
$90
$38
    Cheapest
  • $195
    Sep
  • $128
    Oct
  • $138
    Nov
  • $115
    Dec
  • $127
    Jan
  • $103
    Feb
  • $124
    Mar
  • $133
    Apr
  • $112
    May
  • $90
    Jun
  • $177
    Jul
  • $133
    Aug

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Christchurch Airport to Nelson Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average ticket prices from Christchurch Airport to Nelson Airport for each day of the week in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to depart from Christchurch Airport to Nelson Airport is Saturday, with average fares typically lower than other days. You’ll want to avoid flying on Wednesday, as ticket prices are usually the highest that day.

$161
$137
$113
$89
    Cheapest
  • $127
    Mon
  • $119
    Tue
  • $161
    Wed
  • $137
    Thu
  • $123
    Fri
  • $113
    Sat
  • $135
    Sun

Which airline offers the cheapest flights from Christchurch Airport to Nelson Airport?

The cheapest airline flying from Christchurch Airport to Nelson Airport is Air New Zealand (from $61) among 4 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Air New Zealand
From $61
Jetstar Airways
From $204
Qantas Airways
From $547
Emirates
From $624

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What is the flight schedule from Christchurch Airport to Nelson Airport?

Check the schedule for flights from Christchurch to Nelson and find the flight that best matches your travel plans.

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule

  1. NZ5842

    Christchurch Airport

    8:00 AM

    CHC

    1h

    9:00 AM

    NSN

    S M T W T F S
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  2. NZ5858

    Christchurch Airport

    10:15 AM

    CHC

    1h

    11:15 AM

    NSN

    S M T W T F S
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  3. NZ5854

    Christchurch Airport

    7:05 PM

    CHC

    1h

    8:05 PM

    NSN

    S M T W T - S
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  4. NZ5856

    Christchurch Airport

    5:45 PM

    CHC

    1h

    6:45 PM

    NSN

    - - - - T - -
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  5. NZ5844

    Christchurch Airport

    11:35 AM

    CHC

    1h

    12:35 PM

    NSN

    S M - - - F S
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About Christchurch Airport and Nelson Airport

Learn about Christchurch Airport (CHC) and Nelson Airport (NSN) — including location, terminals, transportation, and travel tips.

Flight distance 250.49 km
Cheapest one-way ticket price $61
Cheapest return ticket price $117

FAQs for Christchurch Airport to Nelson Airport Flights

  • How long is the flight from Christchurch Airport to Nelson Airport?

    Christchurch Airport to Nelson Airport takes about 46 minutes on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 5 daily flights from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Nelson Airport (NSN).
  • The earliest flight from Christchurch Airport to Nelson Airport departs at 08:00, and the last departs at 19:05, with about 8 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before you travel.
  • The route from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Nelson Airport (NSN) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around $185 in October, the most expensive month to book this route.
  • The earliest flight departs from Christchurch Airport (CHC) at 06:45 and arrives in Nelson Airport (NSN) at 07:35.
  • The latest flight departs from Christchurch Airport (CHC) at 19:00 and arrives in Nelson Airport (NSN) at 19:50.
    • The distance from Nelson Airport to downtown is about 5 km. It takes about 20 minutes by taxi.
  • The closest airport to Nelson Airport (NSN) is Marlborough Airport Blenheim. The distance is around 58 km.
  • Air New Zealand is a very popular airline operating an average of 594 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from Christchurch Airport to Nelson Airport currently start from $61, and round-trip fares start from $117. The current lowest fare is a Air New Zealand flight departing on Sun, Nov 15; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. Air New Zealand operate direct flights from Christchurch Airport to Nelson Airport, with an average flight time of 43 minutes, and around 34 weekly flights. Actual flight frequency may vary by season.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days with at most one stop, the average one-way price from Christchurch Airport to Nelson Airport is $165. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • Christchurch Airport to Nelson Airport operates around 37 weekly flights, mainly by Air New Zealand. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
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