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$2,147+ Cheap flights to Nelson

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Dec 26 — Jan 21
Thu 12/26
Thu 1/2
1 adult, Economy
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Flights to Nelson in 2024

Find the latest flights to Nelson in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on December 21, 2024.

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$2,147
From New York to Nelson
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Best flights to Nelson
Discover carefully curated flight deals to Nelson that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 21, 2024.

Sun 1/195:30 pmEWR - NSN
2 stops27h 25mAir New Zealand
Thu 1/302:10 pmNSN - EWR
2 stops26h 48mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/20$2,147
Sun 1/195:15 pmJFK - NSN
1 stop31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/307:00 pmNSN - JFK
2 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$2,408
Sun 1/198:15 pmJFK - NSN
3 stops46h 50mSingapore Airlines
Thu 1/307:20 amNSN - JFK
3 stops45h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 12/20$3,270
Sat 1/181:05 amJFK - NSN
2 stops63h 40mAir China
Thu 1/3011:15 amNSN - JFK
2 stops53h 30mAir China
Deal found 12/20$3,404
Sun 1/191:15 pmLGA - NSN
3 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/303:25 pmNSN - LGA
2 stops23h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$2,545
Sun 1/196:30 pmEWR - NSN
2 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/301:00 pmNSN - EWR
3 stops45h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$4,461
Sun 1/192:00 pmLGA - NSN
2 stops28h 30mAir New Zealand
Thu 1/303:25 pmNSN - LGA
2 stops24h 31mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/20$13,937

Find flights to Nelson within your budget

Locate flights to Nelson that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on December 21, 2024.

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NewarkNelson

EWR - NSN

EWRNSN

Newark

Sun 1/19

5:30 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops27h 25m

Nelson

Thu 1/30

2:10 pm-10:58 pm

2 stops26h 48m

$2,147

New YorkNelson

JFK - NSN

JFKNSN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 1/19

5:15 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop31h 15m

Nelson

Thu 1/30

7:00 pm-7:25 am

2 stops30h 25m

$2,408

New YorkNelson

LGA - NSN

LGANSN

New York LaGuardia

Sun 1/19

1:15 pm-10:05 am

3 stops26h 50m

Nelson

Thu 1/30

3:25 pm-8:56 pm

2 stops23h 31m

$2,545

New YorkNelson

JFK - NSN

JFKNSN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 1/19

8:15 pm-1:05 pm

3 stops46h 50m

Nelson

Thu 1/30

7:20 am-11:15 am

3 stops45h 55m

$3,270

New YorkNelson

JFK - NSN

JFKNSN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/18

1:05 am-10:45 am

2 stops63h 40m

Nelson

Thu 1/30

11:15 am-10:45 pm

2 stops53h 30m

$3,404

NewarkNelson

EWR - NSN

EWRNSN

Newark

Sun 1/19

6:30 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops26h 25m

Nelson

Thu 1/30

1:00 pm-4:30 pm

3 stops45h 30m

$4,461

New YorkNelson

LGA - NSN

LGANSN

New York LaGuardia

Sun 1/19

2:00 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops28h 30m

Nelson

Thu 1/30

3:25 pm-9:56 pm

2 stops24h 31m

$13,937

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Deals found on 12/20

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Travel insights for flights to Nelson

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How long is the flight to Nelson?

On average, a flight from New York to Nelson takes 28 hours 10 minutes. Flights to Nelson from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

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 2.8 - 3.1 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Nelson when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

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 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 44.6 F).

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 December 21, 2024.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,330 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,330 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,330 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
495 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,330 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Best Time to Fly to Nelson, New Zealand

Nelson has more yearly sunshine than any other destination in New Zealand, so you’ll no doubt experience plenty of great weather no matter when you travel. Summertime is from December to February, and is usually the best, if not the cheapest, time to visit the region. Not only is this climate perfect for exploring the various national parks, beaches and numerous outdoor activities, but school terms fall within these months, meaning much cheaper accommodations and flight prices.

Getting around Nelson, New Zealand

The city itself is easy to get around on foot or on a bicycle, and these modes of transport are ideal for checking out some of the local scenery. Whilst there is also a city bus service, if you really want to enjoy the sites and attractions further afield, a car rental from the nearby airport would be the best option, providing both comfort and convenience.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Nelson?

    Booking a flight to Nelson (NSN) is your only option if you intend on flying to Nelson. It is only a 3.6 mi journey from Nelson to Nelson’s city center.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Nelson if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Nelson on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Nelson?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air New Zealand is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Nelson.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Nelson?

    Nelson is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Nelson. One-way flights to Nelson typically cost $44, while round-trip flights cost around $241.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Nelson?

    A round-trip flight to Nelson will typically cost around $286, however they can be found for as little as $241.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Nelson depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Nelson, San Francisco offers the quickest one-way flight (18 hours 35 minutes).

  • Does Nelson have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Nelson can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Nelson?

    Yes. Nelson has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Cosy caravan fun in sunny Nelson is the closest property to Nelson (0.0 mi away from Nelson).

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