$60+ Cheap flights from Christchurch to Nelson (CHC - NSN)
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 11/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — NSN
Nov 6 — Nov 131
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Best flights from Christchurch to NelsonDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Christchurch to Nelson that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 7, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Christchurch to Nelson that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 7, 2026.
This Air New Zealand deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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.
Mon 3/87:05 pm -
Nonstop1h 00m
Mon 3/229:30 am -
Nonstop0h 55m
Deal found 10/2![Air New Zealand logo]()
$113
This Air New Zealand deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 Air New Zealand is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/218:00 am -
Nonstop1h 00m
Wed 1/276:40 am -
Nonstop0h 55m
Deal found 10/5![Air New Zealand logo]()
$130
This Air New Zealand deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 Air New Zealand is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/208:00 am -
Nonstop1h 00m
Tue 1/2612:10 pm -
Nonstop0h 55m
Deal found 10/5![Air New Zealand logo]()
$153
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/27:05 pm -
Nonstop1h 00m
Fri 3/124:20 pm -
1 stop2h 45m
Deal found 10/5![Air New Zealand logo]()
$184
One-way flights from Christchurch to NelsonSearch for one-way flight options from Christchurch to Nelson. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 7, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Christchurch to Nelson. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 7, 2026.
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/195:45 pm -
Nonstop1h 00m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/2![Air New Zealand logo]()
$60
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/68:00 am -
Nonstop1h 00m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/4![Air New Zealand logo]()
$61
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/510:15 am -
Nonstop1h 00m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/4![Air New Zealand logo]()
$81
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/57:00 pm -
1 stop11h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$115
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/67:00 am -
1 stop5h 40m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$120
Find flight deals from Christchurch to Nelson
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Christchurch (CHC) to Nelson (NSN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 7, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $112 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $60 (Mytrip) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $189 |
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Return
Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip
ChristchurchNelson
CHC Christchurch - NSN Nelson
CHCNSN
Christchurch
Thu 11/19
5:45 pm-6:45 pm
Nonstop1h 00m
Nelson
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$60
ChristchurchNelson
CHC Christchurch - NSN Nelson
CHCNSN
Christchurch
Wed 1/6
8:00 am-9:00 am
Nonstop1h 00m
Nelson
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$61
ChristchurchNelson
CHC Christchurch - NSN Nelson
CHCNSN
Christchurch
Tue 1/5
10:15 am-11:15 am
Nonstop1h 00m
Nelson
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$81
ChristchurchNelson
CHC Christchurch - NSN Nelson
CHCNSN
Christchurch
Mon 3/8
7:05 pm-8:05 pm
Nonstop1h 00m
Nelson
Mon 3/22
9:30 am-10:25 am
Nonstop0h 55m
$113
ChristchurchNelson
CHC Christchurch - NSN Nelson
CHCNSN
Christchurch
Tue 1/5
7:00 pm-6:50 am
1 stop11h 50m
Nelson
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$115
ChristchurchNelson
CHC Christchurch - NSN Nelson
CHCNSN
Christchurch
Thu 1/21
8:00 am-9:00 am
Nonstop1h 00m
Nelson
Wed 1/27
6:40 am-7:35 am
Nonstop0h 55m
$130
ChristchurchNelson
CHC Christchurch - NSN Nelson
CHCNSN
Christchurch
Wed 1/20
8:00 am-9:00 am
Nonstop1h 00m
Nelson
Tue 1/26
12:10 pm-1:05 pm
Nonstop0h 55m
$153
ChristchurchNelson
CHC Christchurch - NSN Nelson
CHCNSN
Christchurch
Tue 3/2
7:05 pm-8:05 pm
Nonstop1h 00m
Nelson
Fri 3/12
4:20 pm-7:05 pm
1 stop2h 45m
$184
ChristchurchNelson
CHC Christchurch - NSN Nelson
CHCNSN
Christchurch
Thu 11/19
10:30 pm-2:45 pm
3 stops40h 15m
Nelson
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,420
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Compare providers for flights from Christchurch to Nelson
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Christchurch to Nelson in October.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Christchurch-Nelson flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Christchurch-Nelson flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Christchurch-Nelson flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Christchurch-Nelson flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Christchurch-Nelson flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Nelson
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Nelson from Christchurch with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Christchurch to Nelson
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Christchurch to Nelson?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Nelson (average of $145). Flying from Christchurch to Nelson in March is currently the most expensive (average of $313). 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.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHC to NSN?
Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch to Nelson. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 7, 2026.
Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 46% on flights from Christchurch to Nelson by exploring options for tickets in the evening.
How often are flights from Christchurch to Nelson delayed?
About 9% of weekly flights between Christchurch and Nelson have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 77 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Christchurch to Nelson flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Christchurch to Nelson flights?
Over the last year, Air New Zealand have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Nelson
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nelson. 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 Nelson. Reviews last updated October 7, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air New Zealand from Christchurch to Nelson. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Food
7.5
Entertainment
7.4
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
7.9
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Oct 2026
YVR - AKL
Food
7.5
Entertainment
7.4
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
7.9
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Oct 2026
YVR - AKL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$104 | Average$187 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time78% |