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$1,136+ Cheap flights from Nelson (NSN) to California

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NSN — LAX
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$1,136
(Air New Zealand)
From Nelson to California
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This Air New Zealand deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air New Zealand is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/255:35 pmNSN - SFO
2 stops38h 30mAir New Zealand
Sat 11/2910:45 pmSFO - NSN
1 stop16h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/27$1,136

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Tue 11/25

5:35 pm-11:05 am

2 stops38h 30m

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Sat 11/29

10:45 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$1,136

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Deals found on 7/27

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nelson to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson to California (average of $246). Flying from Nelson to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand from Nelson to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
502 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
502 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
502 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Nelson to California?

    For a flight from Nelson to California, you will be flying from Nelson. Nelson (NSN) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nelson to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson to California (average of $246). Flying from Nelson to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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