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Cheap flights from Nelson to Wellington from $162

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NSN — WLG
27 Mar — 3 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Nelson to Wellington are usually found in May or September, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Nelson to Wellington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nelson (NSN) to Wellington (WLG). 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 22 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$162

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$217

Good round-trip deal

$258 or less

Good one-way deal

$181 or less
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 3/6-5/6
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 25m total
  • Nelson to Wellington
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Nelson to Wellington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nelson to Wellington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 March 2025.

Tue 3/616:35NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 40mAir New Zealand
Thu 5/609:05WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 21/3$162
Tue 1/708:20NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 40mOriginair
Sun 13/718:20WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 40mOriginair
Deal found 21/3$221
Sat 22/309:40NSN - WLG
Nonstop0h 30mSounds Air
Sun 23/310:30WLG - NSN
Nonstop0h 50mSounds Air
Deal found 21/3$358
Sat 22/317:30NSN - WLG
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/321:05WLG - NSN
1 stop24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3$873

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Nelson to Wellington 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 22 March 2025.
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NelsonWellington

NSN - WLG

NSNWLG

Nelson

Tue 3/6

16:35-17:15

Nonstop0h 40m

Wellington

Thu 5/6

09:05-09:50

Nonstop0h 45m

$162

NelsonWellington

NSN - WLG

NSNWLG

Nelson

Tue 1/7

08:20-09:00

Nonstop0h 40m

Wellington

Sun 13/7

18:20-19:00

Nonstop0h 40m

$221

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Deals found on 21/3

Best time to book a flight from Nelson to Wellington

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Nelson to Wellington

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Nelson to Wellington may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 58 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson to Wellington (average of $94). Flying from Nelson to Wellington in November is currently the most expensive (average of $126). 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 NSN to WLG?

Find hourly flight availability from Nelson to Wellington. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 March 2025.

When flying from Nelson to Wellington, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 38% versus a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Nelson to Wellington

Explore weekly flight availability from Nelson to Wellington. 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 22 March 2025.

The most flights from NSN to WLG are scheduled on a Friday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in Wellington by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Wellington ranges from 70.0 - 130.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Wellington when rainfall is around 70.0 mm.

Temperature in Wellington by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Wellington, 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 9.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Wellington

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Wellington. 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 Wellington. Reviews last updated 22 March 2025.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
453 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

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
453 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
453 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

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 Nelson to Wellington. 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 Nelson to Wellington?

    If you book a flight from Nelson to Wellington, you will be flying from Nelson to Wellington. Flights to Wellington (WLG) from Nelson (NSN) take 0h 30m for a nonstop flight. There are 11 flights from Nelson to Wellington per day from 4 airlines.

  • How popular is this Nelson to Wellington flight route?

    This flight path from Nelson to Wellington was viewed by 738 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Nelson to Wellington round-trip?

    Currently priced at $162, Air New Zealand will fly you from Nelson to Wellington and back. In addition to Air New Zealand, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Originair for as low as $221. Users have found that Air New Zealand is 33% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Nelson to Wellington consider choosing Sounds Air(96%), Air New Zealand(87%) or Qantas Airways(83%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Nelson to Wellington?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $149. While the most popular route (Nelson - Wellington) can be booked for $162 on average our data indicates $268 when flying from Nelson to Wellington.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Nelson to Wellington 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 Nelson to Wellington?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson to Wellington (average of $94). Flying from Nelson to Wellington in November is currently the most expensive (average of $126). 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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Fly from Nelson to Wellington on these airlines

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Top 4 airlines flying from Nelson to Wellington

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Nelson to Wellington. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 22 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
OriginairCheapest$122Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Sounds AirCheapest$133Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air New ZealandCheapest$143Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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West Coast AirCheapest$149Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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