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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 NZD 93 and round-trip from NZD 207. 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
      NZD 93 NZD 555
      83% off
      83% off
      NZD 555 NZD 93
    • NSN 12:10
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 13:05
      Nelson - Christchurch | Sun, Dec 20 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 104 NZD 555
      81% off
      81% off
      NZD 555 NZD 104
    • NSN 12:10
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 13:05
      Nelson - Christchurch | Fri, Dec 25 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 104 NZD 555
      81% off
      81% off
      NZD 555 NZD 104
    • NSN 06:40
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 07:35
      Nelson - Christchurch | Fri, Dec 18 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 105
      81% off
      NZD 555 NZD 105
    • NSN 09:30
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 10:25
      Nelson - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 30 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 106
      81% off
      NZD 555 NZD 106
    • NSN 17:45
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 18:40
      Nelson - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 9 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 107
      81% off
      NZD 555 NZD 107
    • NSN 17:45
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 18:40
      Nelson - Christchurch | Mon, Dec 21 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 107
      81% off
      NZD 555 NZD 107
    • NSN 14:35
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 15:30
      Nelson - Christchurch | Tue, Dec 15 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 108
      60% off
      NZD 267 NZD 108
    • NSN 17:45
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 18:40
      Nelson - Christchurch | Sat, Dec 12 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 109
      59% off
      NZD 267 NZD 109
    • 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
      NZD 207 NZD 320
      35% off
      35% off
      NZD 320 NZD 207
    • 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
      NZD 209 NZD 320
      35% off
      35% off
      NZD 320 NZD 209
    • 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
      NZD 211 NZD 320
      34% off
      34% off
      NZD 320 NZD 211
    • 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
      NZD 216
      33% off
      NZD 320 NZD 216
    • 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
      NZD 216
      33% off
      NZD 320 NZD 216
    • 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
      NZD 219
      32% off
      NZD 320 NZD 219
    • 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
      NZD 225
      30% off
      NZD 320 NZD 225
    • 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
      NZD 226
      28% off
      NZD 320 NZD 226
    • 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
      NZD 233
      27% off
      NZD 320 NZD 233
    • 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
      NZD 93 NZD 555
      83% off
      83% off
      NZD 555 NZD 93
    • NSN 12:10
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 13:05
      Nelson - Christchurch | Sun, Dec 20 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 104 NZD 555
      81% off
      81% off
      NZD 555 NZD 104
    • NSN 12:10
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 13:05
      Nelson - Christchurch | Fri, Dec 25 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 104 NZD 555
      81% off
      81% off
      NZD 555 NZD 104
    • NSN 06:40
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 07:35
      Nelson - Christchurch | Fri, Dec 18 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 105
      81% off
      NZD 555 NZD 105
    • NSN 09:30
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 10:25
      Nelson - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 30 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 106
      81% off
      NZD 555 NZD 106
    • NSN 17:45
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 18:40
      Nelson - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 9 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 107
      81% off
      NZD 555 NZD 107
    • NSN 17:45
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 18:40
      Nelson - Christchurch | Mon, Dec 21 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 107
      81% off
      NZD 555 NZD 107
    • NSN 14:35
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 15:30
      Nelson - Christchurch | Tue, Dec 15 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 108
      60% off
      NZD 267 NZD 108
    • NSN 17:45
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 18:40
      Nelson - Christchurch | Sat, Dec 12 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 109
      59% off
      NZD 267 NZD 109
    • 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
      NZD 107 NZD 484
      78% off
      78% off
      NZD 484 NZD 107
    • NSN 14:35
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 15:30
      Nelson - Christchurch | Tue, Dec 15 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 108 NZD 484
      78% off
      78% off
      NZD 484 NZD 108
    • NSN 17:45
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 18:40
      Nelson - Christchurch | Sat, Dec 12 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 109 NZD 484
      77% off
      77% off
      NZD 484 NZD 109
    • NSN 06:40
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 07:35
      Nelson - Christchurch | Sat, Dec 5 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 110
      77% off
      NZD 484 NZD 110
    • NSN 17:45
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 18:40
      Nelson - Christchurch | Wed, Jan 6 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 111
      77% off
      NZD 484 NZD 111
    • NSN 19:20
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 20:15
      Nelson - Christchurch | Fri, Dec 18 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 113
      77% off
      NZD 484 NZD 113
    • NSN 09:30
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 10:25
      Nelson - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 23 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 123
      75% off
      NZD 484 NZD 123
    • NSN 09:30
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 10:25
      Nelson - Christchurch | Sun, Dec 13 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 124
      74% off
      NZD 484 NZD 124
    • NSN 14:35
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 15:30
      Nelson - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 30 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 135
      72% off
      NZD 484 NZD 135
    • 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
      NZD 238 NZD 555
      56% off
      56% off
      NZD 555 NZD 238
    • NSN 17:45
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 18:40
      Nelson - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 2 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 444 NZD 555
      20% off
      20% off
      NZD 555 NZD 444
    • NSN 06:15
      3h 5m
      1 stop
      CHC 09:20
      Nelson - Christchurch | Thu, Oct 29 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 310 NZD 555
      44% off
      44% off
      NZD 555 NZD 310
    • 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
      NZD 93 NZD 555
      83% off
      83% off
      NZD 555 NZD 93
    • NSN 12:10
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 13:05
      Nelson - Christchurch | Sun, Dec 20 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 104 NZD 555
      81% off
      81% off
      NZD 555 NZD 104
    • NSN 12:10
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 13:05
      Nelson - Christchurch | Fri, Dec 25 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 104 NZD 555
      81% off
      81% off
      NZD 555 NZD 104
    • NSN 06:40
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 07:35
      Nelson - Christchurch | Fri, Dec 18 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 105
      81% off
      NZD 555 NZD 105
    • NSN 09:30
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 10:25
      Nelson - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 30 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 106
      81% off
      NZD 555 NZD 106
    • NSN 17:45
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 18:40
      Nelson - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 9 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 107
      81% off
      NZD 555 NZD 107
    • NSN 17:45
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 18:40
      Nelson - Christchurch | Mon, Dec 21 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 107
      81% off
      NZD 555 NZD 107
    • NSN 14:35
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 15:30
      Nelson - Christchurch | Tue, Dec 15 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 108
      60% off
      NZD 267 NZD 108
    • NSN 17:45
      55m
      Direct
      CHC 18:40
      Nelson - Christchurch | Sat, Dec 12 | Air New Zealand
      NZD 109
      59% off
      NZD 267 NZD 109
    • 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 NZD 97. You’ll want to avoid August, when the average price can reach as high as NZD 264.

NZD 264
NZD 181
NZD 97
NZD 14
  • NZD 97
    Oct
  • NZD 251
    Nov
  • NZD 207
    Dec
  • NZD 232
    Jan
  • NZD 245
    Feb
  • NZD 223
    Mar
  • NZD 230
    Apr
  • NZD 245
    May
  • NZD 224
    Jun
  • NZD 237
    Jul
  • NZD 264
    Aug
  • NZD 179
    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.

NZD 296
NZD 236
NZD 175
NZD 115
  • NZD 219
    Mon
  • NZD 175
    Tue
  • NZD 199
    Wed
  • NZD 292
    Thu
  • NZD 296
    Fri
  • NZD 204
    Sat
  • NZD 282
    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 NZD 232) among 3 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Sounds Air
From NZD 232
Air New Zealand
From NZD 253
Qantas Airways
From NZD 1,119

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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 NZD 93
Cheapest return ticket price NZD 207

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 NZD 355 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 NZD 93, and round-trip fares start from NZD 207. 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 NZD 227. 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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