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$918+ Cheap flights from California to Nelson (NSN)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — NSN
Dec 6 — Dec 131
Sat 12/6
Sat 12/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from California to Nelson
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Nelson. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 6, 2025.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2810:05 pmLAX - NSN
2 stops38h 25mSingapore Airlines
Wed 1/145:45 pmNSN - LAX
3 stops38h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 11/5$4,993
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2811:25 amSJC - NSN
3 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/97:45 amNSN - SJC
2 stops26h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6$6,405
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/288:10 pmLAX - NSN
1 stop23h 10mAir New Zealand
Wed 1/144:15 pmNSN - LAX
1 stop16h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/6$7,346
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/288:45 amSJC - NSN
3 stops32h 45mAir Canada
Fri 1/911:05 amNSN - SJC
3 stops30h 51mAir Canada
Deal found 11/6$8,136

Cheap flight deals from California to Nelson

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Nelson flight deals. Data was last updated November 6, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,277
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$918
(oojo)
From California to Nelson
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Nelson that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 6, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Nelson that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Nelson

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoNelson

SFO - NSN

SFONSN

San Francisco

Mon 3/16

10:45 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops17h 55m

Nelson

Thu 3/19

3:50 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop16h 15m

$1,996

Los AngelesNelson

LAX - NSN

LAXNSN

Los Angeles

Sun 12/28

10:05 pm-9:30 am

2 stops38h 25m

Nelson

Wed 1/14

5:45 pm-10:55 am

3 stops38h 10m

$4,993

San JoseNelson

SJC - NSN

SJCNSN

San Jose

Fri 11/28

11:25 am-5:30 pm

3 stops33h 05m

Nelson

Fri 1/9

7:45 am-1:42 pm

2 stops26h 57m

$6,405

Los AngelesNelson

LAX - NSN

LAXNSN

Los Angeles

Sun 12/28

8:10 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop23h 10m

Nelson

Wed 1/14

4:15 pm-11:15 am

1 stop16h 00m

$7,346

San JoseNelson

SJC - NSN

SJCNSN

San Jose

Fri 11/28

8:45 am-2:30 pm

3 stops32h 45m

Nelson

Fri 1/9

11:05 am-8:56 pm

3 stops30h 51m

$8,136

San FranciscoNelson

SFO - NSN

SFONSN

San Francisco

Fri 1/2

10:45 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop22h 50m

$918

San JoseNelson

SJC - NSN

SJCNSN

San Jose

Sat 12/20

7:23 pm-9:45 pm

3 stops53h 22m

$1,804

San FranciscoNelson

SFO - NSN

SFONSN

San Francisco

Fri 1/2

11:20 am-5:00 pm

3 stops56h 40m

$4,851

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Deals found on 11/5

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Nelson (average of $360). Flying from California to Nelson in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,152). 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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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Nelson from California?

    If you book a flight to Nelson from California, you will be flying to Nelson, which is the city’s only airport. Nelson (NSN) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Nelson.

  • How long is the flight from California to Nelson?

    There are many flights that can get you from California to Nelson in 17h 55m. Fly via Air New Zealand, Singapore Airlines, or Air Canada to get the fastest option. There are 6793 mi between California and Nelson. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Nelson?

    While some choose either San Francisco - Nelson or Los Angeles - Nelson, San Jose - Nelson is the most popular route from California to Nelson.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Nelson that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Nelson flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Nelson?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Nelson.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Nelson?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Nelson by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Nelson (average of $360). Flying from California to Nelson in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,152). 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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Top airline flying from California to Nelson

Discover the top airline that operate flights from California to Nelson. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,093Average$1,494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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