Non-stop flights to Nelson (NSN)
Nelson Airport is a small airport in New Zealand. It is a domestic airport. Currently, there are 4 domestic flights to Nelson.
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All direct flights to Nelson Top 200 flights with a stopover Airlines flying to Nelson Best time to visit Nelson Domestic flights Alternative airports FAQThis month, there are 502 flights arriving at Nelson Airport, which are 119 flights per week or 17 flights per day.
The most frequently departed flights to Nelson are routes from Wellington (WLG) in New Zealand and Auckland (AKL), also in New Zealand. These two routes together are operated 407 times this month, and make up for 81% of all monthly arrivals at Nelson Airport.
The longest flight to Nelson NSN is departing from Auckland (AKL). This non-stop flight takes around 1 hour and 30 minutes and covers a distance of 307 miles (494 km).
List of all direct flights to Nelson
Below you can find a list of all cities and countries that have direct flights to Nelson, ordered by popularity.
Top 200 flights with a stopover
This list contains the 200 most popular airports from which flights depart that require just one stopover to get to Nelson.
Airlines flying to Nelson
Currently, there are 2 airlines that fly to Nelson. Below you can find the list of airlines that operate all NSN flights:
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.
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.
International flights to Nelson
Currently there are no international flights to Nelson. The only flights to Nelson are domestic flights within New Zealand. To get to Nelson from another country you will need a flight with a stopover, for example through Auckland or Christchurch.
Domestic flights to Nelson
Flights from New Zealand to Nelson
There are 4 airports in New Zealand that have non-stop domestic flights to Nelson.
From Auckland and Christchurch, you can fly with Air New Zealand (Star Alliance).
From Paraparaumu Beach, you can fly non-stop to Nelson with Sounds Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in March and ends in August.
From Wellington, you can fly non-stop with Air New Zealand (Star Alliance) or Sounds Air.
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Alternative airports near Nelson
Flying to an alternative airport near Nelson could give you other options to reach your destination. For example, the possibility to fly with a different airline or alliance, or finding a cheaper airfare. For this reason, alternative airports near to Nelson (NSN) are listed below. The closest alternative airports are Blenheim (BHE) and Picton (PCN).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Nelson?
There are 3 airports in Nelson: Nelson Airport (NSN), Woodbourne Airport (BHE) and Picton Aerodrome (PCN).
What is the best airport to fly into Nelson?
The most convenient airport to fly into Nelson is Nelson Airport (NSN).
How many airlines fly to Nelson?
There are 2 airlines flying to Nelson from 4 airports around the world, as of March 2026.
Which airlines fly to Nelson?
Air New Zealand and Sounds Air are the only airlines flying to Nelson.
Which alliances are flying to Nelson?
Star Alliance is currently the only alliance flying to Nelson.
How many nonstop flights are there to Nelson?
There are roughly 502 flights arriving at Nelson every month (or 119 flights each week), from a total of 4 airports - all within New Zealand.
What is the official name of Nelson Airport?
The official name of Nelson Airport is Nelson Airport.
What is the airport code of Nelson Airport?
The airport code of Nelson Airport is NSN.
What are the most popular flights to Nelson?
Wellington, Auckland and Christchurch are the 3 most popular routes to Nelson. For a complete overview of all flight routes to Nelson, please use our flight map.
How long is the flight to Nelson?
| Wellington to Nelson | 40m |
| Auckland to Nelson | 1h 30m |
| Christchurch to Nelson | 55m |
| Paraparaumu Beach to Nelson | 45m |
