Flights from Wellington Flights to Nelson

Direct flights from Wellington to Nelson

Did you mean flights from Nelson to Wellington?

Last updated on: 04-08-2026

Wellington

New Zealand

WLG

Wellington International Airport

Nelson

New Zealand

NSN

Nelson Airport

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Distance

82 miles · (132 km)

Flight time

45 minutes

Airlines

Air New Zealand
Sounds Air

Alliances

Oneworld
SkyTeam
Star Alliance

Classes

Economy
Premium Economy
Business Class
First Class

Aircrafts

Aerospatiale/Alenia ATR 72
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
De Havilland Canada DHC-8-300 Dash 8 / 8Q

Wellington to Nelson Flight Schedule

Scan through all non-stop flights from Wellington to Nelson. The full flight schedule below gives an overview of all non-stop flights from WLG to NSN, which includes the daily timetable of every operating airline for the upcoming 12 months.

Note: for airline-specific flight schedules, please scroll further down.

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Best time to visit Nelson

What is the best time to visit Nelson?

🌊 🌧️ Oceanic / Maritime

Nelson is an oceanic/maritime destination, known for its mild summer temperatures, which are usually between 15°C and 25°C (59°F to 77°F). The winters here are refreshingly cool, without the harshness of freezing temperatures. Visitors can enjoy the green surroundings and plenty of outdoor adventures in the nearby areas, making it an excellent choice for those who enjoy temperate weather.

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The best time to visit Nelson is during the summer months, spanning from November to February. During this period, visitors can expect pleasant to warm temperatures, while rainfall tends to occur more frequently in the autumn and winter months, from March to August.

Nelson

NSN

Airlines flying from Wellington to Nelson

Airline-specific flight schedules from Wellington to Nelson

In total there are 2 airlines operating nonstop flights from Wellington WLG to Nelson NSN. This section gives an overview of the flight schedules and timetables of every airline with direct flights for this route.

Click an airline below to view their WLG NSN flight schedule.

Air New Zealand (NZ)

Sounds Air (S8)

Air New Zealand flight schedulefrom Wellington to Nelson

Air New Zealand is a member of Star Alliance

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Sounds Air flight schedulefrom Wellington to Nelson

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Wellington to Nelson Flights

Flights from WLG to NSN are operated 83 times a week, with an average of 12 flights per day. Departure times vary between 06:00 - 20:00. The earliest flight departs at 06:00, the last flight departs at 20:00. However, this depends on the date you are flying so please check with the full flight schedule above to see which departure times are available on your preferred date(s) of travel.

On this non-stop route, you can fly in Economy only.

The fastest direct flight from Wellington to Nelson takes 45 minutes. The flight distance between Wellington and Nelson is 82 miles (or 132 km).

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Frequently asked questions - FAQ

How many airports are there in Nelson?

There is 1 airport in Nelson: Nelson Airport (NSN).

How many flights per week are there from WLG to NSN?

There are 83 flights per week flying from Wellington to Nelson (as of April 2026).

How long does it take to fly from Wellington to Nelson?

45 minutes is the average flight time from Wellington to Nelson.

How far is Nelson from Wellington?

The distance from Wellington to Nelson is 82 miles (132 kilometers).

What airlines fly nonstop from WLG airport to NSN airport?

Air New Zealand and Sounds Air are flying nonstop from Wellington to Nelson.

What alliances have direct flights from Wellington to Nelson?

Star Alliance is currently the only alliance flying nonstop from Wellington to Nelson.

What classes are available from Wellington to Nelson?

You can fly non-stop in Economy only.

What aircraft types fly from Wellington to Nelson?

Aircraft types that fly from Wellington to Nelson:

Aerospatiale/Alenia ATR 72
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
De Havilland Canada DHC-8-300 Dash 8 / 8Q

What is the earliest flight departing from Wellington to Nelson?

The earliest flight departs at 06:00 from Wellington and arrives at 06:50 at Nelson.

What is the latest flight available from Wellington to Nelson?

The latest flight departs at 20:00 from Wellington and arrives at 20:45 at Nelson.

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Non-stop flights from WLG to NSN

82 miles (132 km) · 45m

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Sounds Air
S8 341
Sounds Air
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
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06:00
06:50
Sounds Air
S8 341
Sounds Air
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
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07:00
07:50
Sounds Air
S8 341
Sounds Air
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
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07:00
07:50
Sounds Air
S8 341
Sounds Air
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
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07:45
08:35
Sounds Air
S8 343
Sounds Air
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
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07:45
08:35
Sounds Air
S8 343
Sounds Air
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
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07:45
08:35
Sounds Air
S8 343
Sounds Air
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
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09:00
Sounds Air
S8 351
Sounds Air
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
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08:10
09:00
Sounds Air
S8 351
Sounds Air
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
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08:10
09:00
Sounds Air
S8 351
Sounds Air
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
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08:25
09:10
Air New Zealand

Star Alliance
NZ 5315
Air New Zealand
De Havilland Canada DHC-8-300 Dash 8 / 8Q
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08:25
09:10
Air New Zealand

Star Alliance
NZ 5315
Air New Zealand
Aerospatiale/Alenia ATR 72
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08:40
09:30
Sounds Air
S8 343
Sounds Air
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
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08:40
09:30
Sounds Air
S8 343
Sounds Air
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
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09:25
10:10
Air New Zealand

Star Alliance
NZ 5305
Air New Zealand
De Havilland Canada DHC-8-300 Dash 8 / 8Q
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09:25
10:10
Air New Zealand

Star Alliance
NZ 5305
Air New Zealand
De Havilland Canada DHC-8-300 Dash 8 / 8Q
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09:25
10:10
Air New Zealand

Star Alliance
NZ 5305
Air New Zealand
De Havilland Canada DHC-8-300 Dash 8 / 8Q
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10:45
Sounds Air
S8 317
Sounds Air
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
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10:45
Sounds Air
S8 317
Sounds Air
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
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Sounds Air
S8 357
Sounds Air
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S8 345
Sounds Air
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Sounds Air
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Sounds Air
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S8 353
Sounds Air
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S8 353
Sounds Air
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Sounds Air
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Star Alliance
NZ 5517
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Star Alliance
NZ 5517
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Star Alliance
NZ 5517
Air New Zealand
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Star Alliance
NZ 5323
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Sounds Air
S8 347
Sounds Air
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
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Sounds Air
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Sounds Air
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Sounds Air
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Sounds Air
S8 345
Sounds Air
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Sounds Air
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Sounds Air
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Sounds Air
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Sounds Air
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Sounds Air
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Sounds Air
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Sounds Air
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Sounds Air
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Star Alliance
NZ 5309
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Star Alliance
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Sounds Air
S8 345
Sounds Air
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
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Sounds Air
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Sounds Air
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15:35
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Star Alliance
NZ 5311
Air New Zealand
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15:35
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Star Alliance
NZ 5311
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16:20
Sounds Air
S8 357
Sounds Air
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
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16:20
Sounds Air
S8 357
Sounds Air
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
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16:20
Sounds Air
S8 357
Sounds Air
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
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16:30
Sounds Air
S8 349
Sounds Air
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
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Sounds Air
S8 349
Sounds Air
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16:30
Sounds Air
S8 349
Sounds Air
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
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17:05
Sounds Air
S8 347
Sounds Air
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
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16:15
17:05
Sounds Air
S8 347
Sounds Air
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
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Sounds Air
S8 347
Sounds Air
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
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16:40
17:25
Air New Zealand

Star Alliance
NZ 5317
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De Havilland Canada DHC-8-300 Dash 8 / 8Q
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17:35
Sounds Air
S8 347
Sounds Air
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
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Sounds Air
S8 347
Sounds Air
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
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18:15
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Star Alliance
NZ 5319
Air New Zealand
De Havilland Canada DHC-8-300 Dash 8 / 8Q
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17:35
18:25
Sounds Air
S8 313
Sounds Air
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
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19:05
Sounds Air
S8 359
Sounds Air
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
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19:05
Sounds Air
S8 351
Sounds Air
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19:05
Sounds Air
S8 359
Sounds Air
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19:05
Sounds Air
S8 351
Sounds Air
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19:05
Sounds Air
S8 359
Sounds Air
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Sounds Air
S8 351
Sounds Air
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Air New Zealand

Star Alliance
NZ 5321
Air New Zealand
De Havilland Canada DHC-8-300 Dash 8 / 8Q
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Sounds Air
S8 349
Sounds Air
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19:50
Sounds Air
S8 349
Sounds Air
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
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19:55
Sounds Air
S8 349
Sounds Air
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
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20:25
Air New Zealand

Star Alliance
NZ 5303
Air New Zealand
De Havilland Canada DHC-8-300 Dash 8 / 8Q
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20:00
20:45
Air New Zealand

Star Alliance
NZ 5325
Air New Zealand
De Havilland Canada DHC-8-300 Dash 8 / 8Q
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20:00
20:45
Air New Zealand

Star Alliance
NZ 5325
Air New Zealand
De Havilland Canada DHC-8-300 Dash 8 / 8Q
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