How many flights depart from Wellington to Nelson on average per day?

The number of flights available between Wellington and Nelson is 6 per day as of October 2026. The most frequent departure time is 18:00, with 40% of daily flights leaving at midday.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How often are flights from Wellington to Nelson delayed?

Historically, on average around 9% of flights between Wellington and Nelson have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 70 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Wellington to Nelson flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Wellington to Nelson?

Sounds Air and Originair are the most popular carriers operating from Wellington to Nelson

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Wellington to Nelson flights?

According to our data, Sounds Air have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 2% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Wellington to Nelson on average per week?

As of October 2026, there are 46 flights per week flying from Wellington to Nelson. The most common day of the week flights depart is Wed, with 24% of flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Wellington Airport to Nelson Airport?

Prices for flights from Wellington Airport to Nelson Airport refresh daily.

How old do you have to be to fly from Wellington Airport to Nelson Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Wellington Airport to Nelson Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nelson Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Nelson Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Nelson Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

£40 Cheap Flights from Wellington to Nelson in 2026/27

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17:50 - 18:30WLG Wellington-NSN Nelson

0h 40mdirect

20:15 - 21:00NSN Nelson-WLG Wellington

0h 45mdirect

£97Multiple Airlines

Fri, 4 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec

06:00 - 06:50WLG Wellington-NSN Nelson

0h 50mdirect

09:20 - 10:05NSN Nelson-WLG Wellington

0h 45mdirect

£108Sounds Air

Thu, 19 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

06:00 - 06:50WLG Wellington-NSN Nelson

0h 50mdirect

20:10 - 20:55NSN Nelson-WLG Wellington

0h 45mdirect

£117Sounds Air

Tue, 3 Nov - Wed, 4 Nov

07:00 - 07:50WLG Wellington-NSN Nelson

0h 50mdirect

07:10 - 07:55NSN Nelson-WLG Wellington

0h 45mdirect

£144Sounds Air

Sat, 7 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov

17:50 - 18:30WLG Wellington-NSN Nelson

0h 40mdirect

12:10 - 20:35NSN Nelson-WLG Wellington

8h 25m1 stop Christchurch

£178Multiple Airlines

Fri, 4 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec

07:00 - 07:50WLG Wellington-NSN Nelson

0h 50mdirect

09:20 - 10:05NSN Nelson-WLG Wellington

0h 45mdirect

£208Sounds Air

Wed, 23 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec

08:25 - 11:15WLG Wellington-NSN Nelson

2h 50m1 stop Christchurch

19:20 - 07:50NSN Nelson-WLG Wellington

12h 30m1 stop Christchurch

£276Multiple Airlines

Fri, 4 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec

19:25 - 09:00WLG Wellington-NSN Nelson

13h 35m2 stops Auckland Intl Christchurch

14:50 - 18:35NSN Nelson-WLG Wellington

3h 45m1 stop Auckland Intl

£299Multiple Airlines

Fri, 4 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec

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19 Nov

WLG06:00Wellington

0h 50m

NSN06:50Nelson

22 Nov

NSN09:20Nelson

0h 45m

WLG10:05Wellington

£108

Sounds Air

3 Nov

WLG06:00Wellington

0h 50m

NSN06:50Nelson

4 Nov

NSN20:10Nelson

0h 45m

WLG20:55Wellington

£117

Sounds Air

7 Nov

WLG07:00Wellington

0h 50m

NSN07:50Nelson

11 Nov

NSN07:10Nelson

0h 45m

WLG07:55Wellington

£144

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£97

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06:00-06:50

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£108

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Nelson

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£117

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Nelson

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£178

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WLG Wellington - NSN Nelson

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Wed 23/12

07:00-07:50

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Nelson

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09:20-10:05

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£208

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WLG Wellington - NSN Nelson

WLGNSN

Wellington

Fri 4/12

08:25-11:15

1 stop2h 50m

Nelson

Fri 11/12

19:20-07:50

1 stop12h 30m

£276

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WLG Wellington - NSN Nelson

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Wellington

Fri 4/12

19:25-09:00

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Nelson

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14:50-18:35

1 stop3h 45m

£299

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WLG Wellington - NSN Nelson

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Tue 1/12

06:00-06:50

Nonstop0h 50m

£40

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WellingtonNelson

WLG Wellington - NSN Nelson

WLGNSN

Wellington

Tue 9/2

12:40-13:20

Nonstop0h 40m

£43

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Wellington and Nelson?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from £94 to £127.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £97.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Nelson?

The month of June is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Nelson from Wellington, with most prices found around £92. The month of August is another great option to travel to Nelson, with average flight prices from Wellington averaging around £94.

What is the cheapest Wellington to Nelson flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Wellington to Nelson?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Nelson from Wellington when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Nelson for around £114 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Nelson from Wellington for as low as £66 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Wellington to Nelson flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Wellington to Nelson flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Wellington to Nelson flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2026, prices for Wellington to Nelson flights are approximately 10% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Wellington to Nelson

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Wellington to Nelson according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Best price found	£40
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Nelson	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Nelson from Wellington in the past 72 hours is £40. The best return flight deal from Wellington to Nelson found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £97.

Direct flights go from Wellington to Nelson every day.

There is 1 airport in Nelson. From Wellington there are direct flights to Nelson (NSN).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Wellington to Nelson

How far is Wellington to Nelson by plane?
There are 77.4 mi between Wellington and Nelson.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Wellington Airport to Nelson Airport?
Prices for flights from Wellington Airport to Nelson Airport refresh daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from Wellington Airport to Nelson Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Wellington Airport to Nelson Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nelson Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Nelson Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Nelson Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Wellington to Nelson?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Wellington to Nelson is De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8-300 Dash 8 / 8Q (44.13% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine (41.34%), ATR 72-201 / 202 (10.06%), and Pilatus PC-12 (2.23%).

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Wellington to Nelson?

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Can I find flights from Wellington to Nelson with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from Wellington to Nelson with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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