Cheap Flights from Wellington to Nelson from $42

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Wellington to Nelson (WLG-NSN)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Air New Zealand offers one-way fares as low as $42 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. WLG to NSN on Tue, Apr 28), while Air New Zealand offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $138 departing on Wed, Apr 8 and returning on Wed, Apr 15.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Wellington to Nelson?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Wellington to Nelson with the following airlines, including: Air New Zealand Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from Wellington (WLG) to Nelson (NSN) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 47 minutes to fly from Wellington (WLG) to Nelson (NSN).

• When is the best time to book flights from Wellington to Nelson?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Wellington to Nelson is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Wellington to Nelson?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 64 flight per week flying from Wellington to Nelson. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Air New Zealand: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- NZ5309 (13:24) Air New Zealand: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- NZ5305 (09:28) Air New Zealand: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- NZ5317 (16:23)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Wellington to Nelson?

  To find best deals on flights from Wellington to Nelson, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Tue, Apr 28, with one-way flights priced at just $42.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Air New Zealand.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Nelson travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Wellington (WLG) to Nelson (NSN) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Wellington to Nelson is November, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Wellington to Nelson on?

  After crunching the numbers on our March flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Wellington to Nelson on March 25, 2026 with Sounds Air, with prices starting at $44.

• Which airports can I fly to for Nelson from Wellington?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Nelson, with Wellington International Airport to Nelson Airport (WLG-NSN) is by far the most common option on this route: Nelson Airport (NSN).

• Is there any time difference between Wellington and Nelson?

  The time difference between Nelson and Wellington is 0h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Wellington to Nelson?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.