CHC - NSN

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Christchurch to Nelson, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap Flights from Christchurch to Nelson (CHC-NSN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Christchurch 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.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Christchurch to Nelson

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0h 55mnonstop
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Christchurch to Nelson flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Christchurch 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 Christchurch to Nelson?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Christchurch 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 Christchurch to Nelson is September, where tickets cost $123 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $203 and $178 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Christchurch to Nelson, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Christchurch to Nelson, you should book around 6 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

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Good to know

Low seasonJune
High seasonApril
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 19% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 1% increase in price.

When to book flights from Christchurch to Nelson

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Christchurch to Nelson based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips 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 flights from Christchurch to Nelson

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Christchurch and Nelson?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Christchurch to Nelson. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

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

    The De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8-300 Dash 8 / 8Q is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Christchurch to Nelson flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Christchurch to Nelson?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Christchurch and Nelson, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Christchurch to Nelson?

    There are nonstop flights from Christchurch to Nelson on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Christchurch 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 Christchurch to Nelson.

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

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

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

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Nelson with an airline and back to Christchurch with another airline. Booking your flights between Christchurch and NSN can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Christchurch 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 Christchurch up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Prefer to fly direct from Christchurch to Nelson?

Find which airlines fly direct from Christchurch Airport to Nelson Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Christchurch to Nelson

Monday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +1 more

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Direct returns

Nelson to Christchurch

Monday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +1 more

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Top airline flying from Christchurch to Nelson

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Christchurch 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 Christchurch 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.
8.0
Air New ZealandOverall score based on 483 reviews
8.2Boarding
8.0Comfort
7.3Food
7.4Entertainment
8.5Crew
Airline reviews

The 10hr flight was a comfortable as it could be in row 57. The food was just very bad….bland and soggy!

6.0 GoodAnonymous, May 2025NAN - LAX
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The 10hr flight was a comfortable as it could be in row 57. The food was just very bad….bland and soggy!

The business class upgrade meant a good sleep on the way home after a long week away. Excellent service, great food, and comfortable seat/bed for the journey.

I love the “boarding from the back” idea - it’s so much better than the “Zones” idea that many others use. Also, the inflight wifi was a first for me! Very nice to have on a 13-hour flight!

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.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Christchurch to Nelson

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Christchurch (CHC)
Nelson (NSN)

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