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$737 Find Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Nelson

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Melbourne to Nelson departing on 6/6. 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 Melbourne to Nelson (MEL-NSN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Melbourne to Nelson 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 Melbourne to Nelson

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne to Nelson.
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Air New Zealand Logo
18:25 - 09:35MEL-NSN
13h 10m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
15:25 - 20:35NSN-MEL
7h 10m1 stop
$737Air New Zealand
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Fri, 6 Jun - Fri, 13 Jun
Air New Zealand Logo
08:35 - 19:30MEL-NSN
8h 55m2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
17:35 - 10:50NSN-MEL
19h 15m2 stops
$747Air New Zealand
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Fri, 6 Jun - Fri, 13 Jun

KAYAK's insights & trends for Melbourne to Nelson flights

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

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Nelson, 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 Melbourne Airport to Nelson is February, where tickets cost $737 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,191 and $947 respectively.
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Good to know

Low season

February

High season

August

Cheapest flight

$737
Best time to beat the crowds (15% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (3% more expensive on average)
Flight from Melbourne to Nelson

When to book flights from Melbourne to Nelson

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Nelson based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Melbourne to Nelson flights

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Nelson was $472 for a return ticket.

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

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

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Melbourne to Nelson?

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

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

    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 Melbourne to Nelson.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Nelson from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Nelson?

    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 Nelson with an airline and back to Melbourne with another airline.

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

    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 Nelson from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Nelson

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Melbourne to Nelson. 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 Melbourne to Nelson? 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 469 reviews
8.0Comfort
7.4Entertainment
8.5Crew
7.3Food
8.2Boarding
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Again, Air New Zealand was great. They kept bathrooms clean, food was actually very good, New Zealand wines a big hit

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Apr 2025AKL - IAH
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Again, Air New Zealand was great. They kept bathrooms clean, food was actually very good, New Zealand wines a big hit

The issue was with getting our boarding pases. There were issues with our arrangements that were made through Kayak. I am sorry to say that we will not use you again because of this. The flight itself was good and the flight attendants excellent.

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

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Nelson (NSN)
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