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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Nelson from $87

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — NSN
29 Mar — 5 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Christchurch to Nelson are usually found in January or December, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to Nelson

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Christchurch (CHC) to Nelson (NSN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 24 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$188

One-way from

$87

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$356

Good round-trip deal

$246 or less

Good one-way deal

$184 or less
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 8/5-15/5
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 50m total
  • Christchurch to Nelson
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 7/5
  • Nonstop
  • 0h 55m total
  • Christchurch to Nelson
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($52 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from Christchurch to Nelson
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to Nelson. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 March 2025.

Thu 8/506:45CHC - NSN
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Thu 15/520:00NSN - CHC
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/3$188
Mon 5/506:45CHC - NSN
1 stop5h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/517:35NSN - CHC
Nonstop0h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3$246

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Christchurch to Nelson that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 24 March 2025.
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Christchurch

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Nelson

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Departure

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ChristchurchNelson

CHC - NSN

CHCNSN

Christchurch

Thu 8/5

06:45-07:40

Nonstop0h 55m

Nelson

Thu 15/5

20:00-20:55

Nonstop0h 55m

$188

ChristchurchNelson

CHC - NSN

CHCNSN

Christchurch

Mon 5/5

06:45-11:50

1 stop5h 05m

Nelson

Mon 12/5

17:35-18:30

Nonstop0h 55m

$246

ChristchurchNelson

CHC - NSN

CHCNSN

Christchurch

Wed 7/5

19:25-20:20

Nonstop0h 55m

$87

ChristchurchNelson

CHC - NSN

CHCNSN

Christchurch

Wed 7/5

06:45-13:55

1 stop7h 10m

$162

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Deals found on 23/3

Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Nelson

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Nelson from Christchurch with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Christchurch to Nelson

How far ahead should I book a flight from Christchurch to Nelson?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Christchurch to Nelson. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

Booking 64 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Christchurch to Nelson. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Christchurch to Nelson?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Nelson (average of $146). Flying from Christchurch to Nelson in October is currently the most expensive (average of $206). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHC to NSN?

Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch to Nelson. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 March 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Christchurch to Nelson in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 25% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Christchurch to Nelson

Explore weekly flight availability from Christchurch to Nelson. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 24 March 2025.

The most flights from CHC to NSN are scheduled on a Tuesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in Nelson by month

Plan your trip to Nelson by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nelson ranges from 70.0 - 80.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 80.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Nelson when rainfall is around 70.0 mm.

Temperature in Nelson by month

Plan your trip to Nelson by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nelson, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 7.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Nelson

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nelson. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Nelson. Reviews last updated 24 March 2025.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
454 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
454 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
454 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Christchurch to Nelson. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Christchurch to Nelson?

    If you book a flight from Christchurch to Nelson, you will be flying from Christchurch to Nelson. Flights to Nelson (NSN) from Christchurch (CHC) take 0h 55m for a nonstop flight. There are 8 flights from Christchurch to Nelson per day from 1 airline.

  • How popular is this Christchurch to Nelson flight route?

    The Christchurch to Nelson flight path was viewed by 273 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Christchurch to Nelson round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Christchurch to Nelson round-trip from $188. Air New Zealand is currently priced 34% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Christchurch to Nelson?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Christchurch to Nelson are Qantas Airways (97%), Singapore Airlines (95%) and Air New Zealand (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Nelson?

    On average you can expect to pay $261 for a flight from Christchurch to Nelson. The cheapest flight overall is $86 while the most popular route, (Christchurch - Nelson) is currently priced at $167.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Christchurch to Nelson that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Christchurch to Nelson flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Christchurch to Nelson?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Christchurch to Nelson.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Christchurch to Nelson?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Christchurch to Nelson by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Christchurch to Nelson?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Nelson (average of $146). Flying from Christchurch to Nelson in October is currently the most expensive (average of $206). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Christchurch to Nelson

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Air New ZealandCheapest$155Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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