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Nelson Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Nelson Airport to Christchurch International Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from € 48 and round-trip from € 106. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

    • Cheapest
      NSN 06:40
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 07:35
      Nelson - Christchurch | Wed, Dec 16 | Air New Zealand
      € 48 € 283
      83% off
      83% off
      € 283 € 48
    • NSN 12:10
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 13:05
      Nelson - Christchurch | Sun, Dec 20 | Air New Zealand
      € 53 € 283
      81% off
      81% off
      € 283 € 53
    • NSN 12:10
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 13:05
      Nelson - Christchurch | Fri, Dec 25 | Air New Zealand
      € 53 € 283
      81% off
      81% off
      € 283 € 53
    • NSN 06:40
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 07:35
      Nelson - Christchurch | Fri, Dec 18 | Air New Zealand
      € 54
      81% off
      € 283 € 54
    • NSN 09:30
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 10:25
      Nelson - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 30 | Air New Zealand
      € 54
      81% off
      € 283 € 54
    • NSN 17:45
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 18:40
      Nelson - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 9 | Air New Zealand
      € 55
      81% off
      € 283 € 55
    • NSN 17:45
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 18:40
      Nelson - Christchurch | Mon, Dec 21 | Air New Zealand
      € 55
      81% off
      € 283 € 55
    • NSN 14:35
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 15:30
      Nelson - Christchurch | Tue, Dec 15 | Air New Zealand
      € 55
      60% off
      € 137 € 55
    • NSN 17:45
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 18:40
      Nelson - Christchurch | Sat, Dec 12 | Air New Zealand
      € 56
      59% off
      € 137 € 56
    • NSN 13:00
      17h 25m
      1 stop
      CHC 14:00
      Nelson - Christchurch | Thu, Oct 29 | Normal Airline
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    • Cheapest nonstop
      NSN 06:40
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 07:35
      Nelson - Christchurch | Wed, Dec 16 | Air New Zealand
      CHC 08:00
      1h
      Direct
      NSN 09:00
      Christchurch - Nelson | Thu, Dec 17 | Air New Zealand
      € 106 € 164
      35% off
      35% off
      € 164 € 106
    • NSN 06:40
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 07:35
      Nelson - Christchurch | Wed, Nov 11 | Air New Zealand
      CHC 10:15
      1h
      Direct
      NSN 11:15
      Christchurch - Nelson | Fri, Nov 13 | Air New Zealand
      € 107 € 164
      35% off
      35% off
      € 164 € 107
    • NSN 17:45
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 18:40
      Nelson - Christchurch | Wed, Oct 28 | Air New Zealand
      CHC 08:00
      1h
      Direct
      NSN 09:00
      Christchurch - Nelson | Thu, Oct 29 | Air New Zealand
      € 108 € 164
      34% off
      34% off
      € 164 € 108
    • NSN 06:40
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 07:35
      Nelson - Christchurch | Fri, Nov 6 | Air New Zealand
      CHC 11:35
      1h
      Direct
      NSN 12:35
      Christchurch - Nelson | Fri, Nov 13 | Air New Zealand
      € 110
      33% off
      € 164 € 110
    • NSN 09:30
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 10:25
      Nelson - Christchurch | Sat, Nov 21 | Air New Zealand
      CHC 19:05
      1h
      Direct
      NSN 20:05
      Christchurch - Nelson | Sat, Nov 28 | Air New Zealand
      € 110
      33% off
      € 164 € 110
    • NSN 06:40
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 07:35
      Nelson - Christchurch | Wed, Nov 4 | Air New Zealand
      CHC 10:15
      1h
      Direct
      NSN 11:15
      Christchurch - Nelson | Wed, Nov 11 | Air New Zealand
      € 112
      32% off
      € 164 € 112
    • NSN 12:10
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 13:05
      Nelson - Christchurch | Thu, Oct 29 | Air New Zealand
      CHC 08:00
      1h
      Direct
      NSN 09:00
      Christchurch - Nelson | Wed, Nov 4 | Air New Zealand
      € 115
      30% off
      € 164 € 115
    • NSN 06:40
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 07:35
      Nelson - Christchurch | Wed, Nov 18 | Air New Zealand
      CHC 08:00
      1h
      Direct
      NSN 09:00
      Christchurch - Nelson | Thu, Nov 19 | Air New Zealand
      € 115
      30% off
      € 164 € 115
    • NSN 06:40
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 07:35
      Nelson - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 2 | Air New Zealand
      CHC 08:00
      1h
      Direct
      NSN 09:00
      Christchurch - Nelson | Thu, Nov 5 | Air New Zealand
      € 119
      27% off
      € 164 € 119
    • NSN 13:00
      17h 25m
      1 stop
      CHC 14:00
      Nelson - Christchurch | Thu, Oct 29 | Normal Airline
      CHC 15:00
      6h
      Direct
      NSN 16:00
      Christchurch - Nelson | Sat, Oct 31 | Normal Airline
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    • Cheapest nonstop
      NSN 06:40
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 07:35
      Nelson - Christchurch | Wed, Dec 16 | Air New Zealand
      € 48 € 283
      83% off
      83% off
      € 283 € 48
    • NSN 12:10
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 13:05
      Nelson - Christchurch | Sun, Dec 20 | Air New Zealand
      € 53 € 283
      81% off
      81% off
      € 283 € 53
    • NSN 12:10
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 13:05
      Nelson - Christchurch | Fri, Dec 25 | Air New Zealand
      € 53 € 283
      81% off
      81% off
      € 283 € 53
    • NSN 06:40
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 07:35
      Nelson - Christchurch | Fri, Dec 18 | Air New Zealand
      € 54
      81% off
      € 283 € 54
    • NSN 09:30
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 10:25
      Nelson - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 30 | Air New Zealand
      € 54
      81% off
      € 283 € 54
    • NSN 17:45
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 18:40
      Nelson - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 9 | Air New Zealand
      € 55
      81% off
      € 283 € 55
    • NSN 17:45
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 18:40
      Nelson - Christchurch | Mon, Dec 21 | Air New Zealand
      € 55
      81% off
      € 283 € 55
    • NSN 14:35
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 15:30
      Nelson - Christchurch | Tue, Dec 15 | Air New Zealand
      € 55
      60% off
      € 137 € 55
    • NSN 17:45
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 18:40
      Nelson - Christchurch | Sat, Dec 12 | Air New Zealand
      € 56
      59% off
      € 137 € 56
    • NSN 13:00
      17h 25m
      1 stop
      CHC 14:00
      Nelson - Christchurch | Thu, Oct 29 | Normal Airline
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    • Cheapest nonstop
      NSN 17:45
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 18:40
      Nelson - Christchurch | Mon, Dec 21 | Air New Zealand
      € 55 € 247
      78% off
      78% off
      € 247 € 55
    • NSN 14:35
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 15:30
      Nelson - Christchurch | Tue, Dec 15 | Air New Zealand
      € 55 € 247
      78% off
      78% off
      € 247 € 55
    • NSN 17:45
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 18:40
      Nelson - Christchurch | Sat, Dec 12 | Air New Zealand
      € 56 € 247
      77% off
      77% off
      € 247 € 56
    • NSN 06:40
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 07:35
      Nelson - Christchurch | Sat, Dec 5 | Air New Zealand
      € 56
      77% off
      € 247 € 56
    • NSN 17:45
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 18:40
      Nelson - Christchurch | Wed, Jan 6 | Air New Zealand
      € 57
      77% off
      € 247 € 57
    • NSN 19:20
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 20:15
      Nelson - Christchurch | Fri, Dec 18 | Air New Zealand
      € 58
      77% off
      € 247 € 58
    • NSN 09:30
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 10:25
      Nelson - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 23 | Air New Zealand
      € 63
      74% off
      € 247 € 63
    • NSN 09:30
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 10:25
      Nelson - Christchurch | Sun, Dec 13 | Air New Zealand
      € 64
      74% off
      € 247 € 64
    • NSN 14:35
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 15:30
      Nelson - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 30 | Air New Zealand
      € 69
      72% off
      € 247 € 69
    • NSN 13:00
      17h 25m
      1 stop
      CHC 14:00
      Nelson - Christchurch | Thu, Oct 29 | Normal Airline
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    • Cheapest nonstop
      NSN 17:45
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 18:40
      Nelson - Christchurch | Sat, Oct 31 | Air New Zealand
      € 122 € 283
      56% off
      56% off
      € 283 € 122
    • NSN 17:45
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 18:40
      Nelson - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 2 | Air New Zealand
      € 226 € 283
      20% off
      20% off
      € 283 € 226
    • NSN 06:15
      3h 5m
      1 stop
      CHC 09:20
      Nelson - Christchurch | Thu, Oct 29 | Air New Zealand
      € 158 € 283
      44% off
      44% off
      € 283 € 158
    • NSN 13:00
      17h 25m
      1 stop
      CHC 14:00
      Nelson - Christchurch | Thu, Oct 29 | Normal Airline
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    • NSN 06:40
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 07:35
      Nelson - Christchurch | Wed, Dec 16 | Air New Zealand
      € 48 € 283
      83% off
      83% off
      € 283 € 48
    • NSN 12:10
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 13:05
      Nelson - Christchurch | Sun, Dec 20 | Air New Zealand
      € 53 € 283
      81% off
      81% off
      € 283 € 53
    • NSN 12:10
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 13:05
      Nelson - Christchurch | Fri, Dec 25 | Air New Zealand
      € 53 € 283
      81% off
      81% off
      € 283 € 53
    • NSN 06:40
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 07:35
      Nelson - Christchurch | Fri, Dec 18 | Air New Zealand
      € 54
      81% off
      € 283 € 54
    • NSN 09:30
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 10:25
      Nelson - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 30 | Air New Zealand
      € 54
      81% off
      € 283 € 54
    • NSN 17:45
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 18:40
      Nelson - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 9 | Air New Zealand
      € 55
      81% off
      € 283 € 55
    • NSN 17:45
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 18:40
      Nelson - Christchurch | Mon, Dec 21 | Air New Zealand
      € 55
      81% off
      € 283 € 55
    • NSN 14:35
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 15:30
      Nelson - Christchurch | Tue, Dec 15 | Air New Zealand
      € 55
      60% off
      € 137 € 55
    • NSN 17:45
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 18:40
      Nelson - Christchurch | Sat, Dec 12 | Air New Zealand
      € 56
      59% off
      € 137 € 56
    • NSN 13:00
      17h 25m
      1 stop
      CHC 14:00
      Nelson - Christchurch | Thu, Oct 29 | Normal Airline
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Displayed flight fares from Nelson to Christchurch are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from Nelson Airport to Christchurch International Airport

What is the cheapest month to fly from Nelson Airport to Christchurch International Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average one-way ticket prices from Nelson Airport to Christchurch International Airport for each month in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, if you’re looking for a low-cost one-way ticket from Nelson Airport to Christchurch International Airport, the best time to buy is in October, with an average price of € 50. You’ll want to avoid August, when the average price can reach as high as € 135.

€ 135
€ 93
€ 50
€ 8
  • € 50
    Oct
  • € 128
    Nov
  • € 106
    Dec
  • € 118
    Jan
  • € 125
    Feb
  • € 114
    Mar
  • € 117
    Apr
  • € 125
    May
  • € 114
    Jun
  • € 121
    Jul
  • € 135
    Aug
  • € 91
    Sep

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nelson Airport to Christchurch International Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average ticket prices from Nelson Airport to Christchurch International Airport for each day of the week in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to depart from Nelson Airport to Christchurch International Airport is Tuesday, with average fares typically lower than other days. You’ll want to avoid flying on Friday, as ticket prices are usually the highest that day.

€ 151
€ 120
€ 89
€ 58
  • € 112
    Mon
  • € 89
    Tue
  • € 101
    Wed
  • € 149
    Thu
  • € 151
    Fri
  • € 104
    Sat
  • € 144
    Sun

Which airline offers the cheapest flights from Nelson Airport to Christchurch International Airport?

The cheapest airline flying from Nelson Airport to Christchurch International Airport is Sounds Air (from € 118) among 3 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Sounds Air
From € 118
Air New Zealand
From € 129
Qantas Airways
From € 570

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What is the flight schedule from Nelson Airport to Christchurch International Airport?

Check the schedule for flights from Nelson to Christchurch and find the flight that best matches your travel plans.

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule

  1. NZ5853

    Nelson Airport

    17:45

    NSN

    55m

    18:40

    CHC

    S M T W - F S
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  2. NZ5841

    Nelson Airport

    06:40

    NSN

    55m

    07:35

    CHC

    S M T W T F -
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  3. NZ5845

    Nelson Airport

    12:10

    NSN

    55m

    13:05

    CHC

    S M T W T F S
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  4. NZ5851

    Nelson Airport

    09:30

    NSN

    55m

    10:25

    CHC

    S M T W T F S
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  5. NZ5843

    Nelson Airport

    14:35

    NSN

    55m

    15:30

    CHC

    S M T W T - S
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  6. NZ5857

    Nelson Airport

    19:20

    NSN

    55m

    20:15

    CHC

    - - T W T - -
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  7. NZ5859

    Nelson Airport

    13:05

    NSN

    55m

    14:00

    CHC

    S - - - T F S
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About Nelson Airport and Christchurch International Airport

Learn about Nelson Airport (NSN) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) — including location, terminals, transportation, and travel tips.

Flight distance 250.49km
Cheapest one-way ticket price € 48
Cheapest return ticket price € 106

FAQs for Nelson Airport to Christchurch International Airport Flights

  • How long is the flight from Nelson Airport to Christchurch International Airport?

    Nelson Airport to Christchurch International Airport takes about 46 minutes on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 5 daily flights from Nelson Airport (NSN) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC).
  • The earliest flight from Nelson Airport to Christchurch International Airport departs at 06:40, and the last departs at 19:20, with about 8 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before you travel.
  • The route from Nelson Airport (NSN) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around € 181 in November, the most expensive month to book this route.
  • The earliest flight departs from Nelson Airport (NSN) at 06:40 and arrives in Christchurch International Airport (CHC) at 07:40.
  • The latest flight departs from Nelson Airport (NSN) at 19:00 and arrives in Christchurch International Airport (CHC) at 20:00.
    • The distance from Christchurch International Airport to downtown is about 9km, by taxi about 20 minutes.
  • Air New Zealand is a very popular airline operating an average of 556 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from Nelson Airport to Christchurch International Airport currently start from € 48, and round-trip fares start from € 106. The current lowest fare is a Air New Zealand flight departing on Wed, Dec 16; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. Air New Zealand operate direct flights from Nelson Airport to Christchurch International Airport, with an average flight time of 45 minutes, and around 37 weekly flights. Actual flight frequency may vary by season.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days with at most one stop, the average one-way price from Nelson Airport to Christchurch International Airport is € 116. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • Nelson Airport to Christchurch International Airport operates around 37 weekly flights, mainly by Air New Zealand. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
  • Enter Nelson Airport and Christchurch International Airport, select your departure date and number of passengers, then compare flights by price, flight duration, and baggage allowance. Once you've chosen a fare, review the change and refund rules, fill in passenger details, and pay to receive your booking confirmation.

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