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$419 Find Cheap Flights from Nelson to Melbourne

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Nelson to Melbourne departing on 4/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap Flight Deals from Nelson to Melbourne (NSN-MEL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Nelson to Melbourne that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from Nelson to Melbourne

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Nelson to Melbourne.
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15:10 - 22:45NSN-MEL
33h 35m2 stops
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23:55 - 14:25MEL-NSN
12h 30m2 stops
$798
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Thu, 15 May - Sun, 18 May
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20:00 - 22:45NSN-MEL
28h 45m2 stops
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11:05 - 20:20MEL-NSN
7h 15m1 stop
$805
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Thu, 15 May - Sun, 18 May
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11:30 - 22:45NSN-MEL
37h 15m2 stops
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06:00 - 14:25MEL-NSN
30h 25m3 stops
$812
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Thu, 15 May - Sun, 18 May
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20:00 - 10:05NSN-MEL
16h 05m1 stop
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11:05 - 20:20MEL-NSN
7h 15m1 stop
$819
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Thu, 15 May - Sun, 18 May
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14:45 - 10:05NSN-MEL
21h 20m2 stops
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23:55 - 18:30MEL-NSN
16h 35m1 stop
$869
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Mon, 26 May - Mon, 2 Jun
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08:10 - 10:05NSN-MEL
27h 55m1 stop
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18:40 - 07:40MEL-NSN
11h 00m1 stop
$887
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Mon, 26 May - Mon, 2 Jun
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14:45 - 10:05NSN-MEL
21h 20m2 stops
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23:55 - 20:20MEL-NSN
18h 25m2 stops
$910
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Mon, 26 May - Mon, 2 Jun
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14:40 - 20:35NSN-MEL
7h 55m2 stops
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08:35 - 18:30MEL-NSN
7h 55m1 stop
$927Air New Zealand
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Sat, 6 Sep - Sat, 13 Sep
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07:30 - 17:25NSN-MEL
11h 55m2 stops
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18:55 - 09:35MEL-NSN
12h 40m2 stops
$992Air New Zealand
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Sat, 6 Sep - Sat, 13 Sep

KAYAK's insights & trends for Nelson to Melbourne flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Nelson to Melbourne to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Nelson to Melbourne Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Nelson to Melbourne Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Nelson to Melbourne Airport is March, where tickets cost $692 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and October, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,227 and $1,139 respectively.
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Good to know

Low season

June

High season

December

Cheapest flight

$419
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
Flight from Nelson to Melbourne

When to book flights from Nelson to Melbourne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Nelson to Melbourne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Nelson to Melbourne flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Nelson to Melbourne Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Nelson to Melbourne Airport was $239 for a one-way ticket and $455 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Nelson to Melbourne?

    When flying out of Nelson you will be using Nelson. You will be landing at Melbourne, also known as Melbourne.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Nelson to Melbourne?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Nelson to Melbourne?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Nelson and Melbourne.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Nelson to Melbourne?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Nelson to Melbourne.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Nelson to Melbourne?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Melbourne from Nelson is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Nelson to Melbourne?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Melbourne with an airline and back to Nelson with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Nelson to Melbourne?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Melbourne from Nelson up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top airline flying from Nelson to Melbourne

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Nelson to Melbourne. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Nelson to Melbourne? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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Air New ZealandOverall score based on 463 reviews
8.2Boarding
8.0Comfort
7.2Food
7.4Entertainment
8.5Crew
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Arriving at Coolangatta, rows 20 forward, took the airbridge across to the terminal. It was suggested to those from rows 21 back, that we take the rear stairs and to be careful crossing the tarmac. That was all well and good. However, when we got across to the terminal we then had to climb three large flights of stairs to meet up with those coming across the airbridge. No elevator! There were people carrying babies and elderly carrying hand luggage that needed assistance from others.. There was no option to turn back.

10.0 ExcellentSandra, Apr 2025AKL - OOL
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Arriving at Coolangatta, rows 20 forward, took the airbridge across to the terminal. It was suggested to those from rows 21 back, that we take the rear stairs and to be careful crossing the tarmac. That was all well and good. However, when we got across to the terminal we then had to climb three large flights of stairs to meet up with those coming across the airbridge. No elevator! There were people carrying babies and elderly carrying hand luggage that needed assistance from others.. There was no option to turn back.

It was good for a short domestic flight. As no food ar entertainment provided, there should be a n/a rating available for those.

USB charging ports did not work on any of Air New Zealand flights

Economy was much nicer on the Air New Zealand planes.

At Coolangatta International it is difficult to hear voice boarding announcements when away from screen announcements.

Flew premium economy, well worth the extra. Much better seat size & space. Meals & snacks were lovely. Crew really pleasant. Internet is not great, not really useful for anything. Couldn't even send messages.

Everything was fine. Wish the wifi was free and included in the ticket price.

Nothing special short flight - all good - difference between 1 fudge and 2 fudge is obligation and thankfulness

The flight we had booked was cancelled due to bad weather conditions, but we were lucky to arrive at the airport quite early and got a seat on an earlier flight. The flight was mostly nice, but there were some hefty turbulences towards Queenstown. One of the passengers behaved hysterically. It would have been great if the crew had done something to calm her.

Sitting in an aisle seat equals getting hit by food cart and spilled on multiple times Food: gross and minimalistic Crew: frumpy and kurt Sound on multiple entertainment platforms poor Not an earplug problem, system soundboard poor

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