£88 Cheap Flights from Queenstown (ZQN) to Nelson (NSN)

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Cheap Flights from Queenstown (ZQN) to Nelson (NSN)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £88 for one-way flights and £174 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air New Zealand
Sun, 17 May - Tue, 19 May
ZQN
Queenstown
NSN
Nelson
£174 Return, found 3 days ago
£174
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sun, 17 May from Queenstown to Nelson, returning Tue, 19 May, priced at £174 found 3 days ago
Air New Zealand
Sun, 17 May - Tue, 19 May
ZQN
Queenstown
NSN
Nelson
£180 Return, found 3 days ago
£180
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sun, 17 May from Queenstown to Nelson, returning Tue, 19 May, priced at £180 found 3 days ago
Air New Zealand
Sun, 17 May - Tue, 19 May
ZQN
Queenstown
NSN
Nelson
£183 Return, found 3 days ago
£183
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sun, 17 May from Queenstown to Nelson, returning Tue, 19 May, priced at £183 found 3 days ago
Air New Zealand
Sun, 17 May - Tue, 19 May
ZQN
Queenstown
NSN
Nelson
£190 Return, found 3 days ago
£190
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sun, 17 May from Queenstown to Nelson, returning Tue, 19 May, priced at £190 found 3 days ago
Air New Zealand
Sun, 17 May - Tue, 19 May
ZQN
Queenstown
NSN
Nelson
£191 Return, found 3 days ago
£191
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sun, 17 May from Queenstown to Nelson, returning Tue, 19 May, priced at £191 found 3 days ago
Air New Zealand
Sun, 17 May - Tue, 19 May
ZQN
Queenstown
NSN
Nelson
£194 Return, found 3 days ago
£194
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sun, 17 May from Queenstown to Nelson, returning Tue, 19 May, priced at £194 found 3 days ago
Air New Zealand
Sun, 17 May - Tue, 19 May
ZQN
Queenstown
NSN
Nelson
£198 Return, found 3 days ago
£198
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sun, 17 May from Queenstown to Nelson, returning Tue, 19 May, priced at £198 found 3 days ago
Air New Zealand
Sun, 17 May - Tue, 19 May
ZQN
Queenstown
NSN
Nelson
£200 Return, found 3 days ago
£200
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sun, 17 May from Queenstown to Nelson, returning Tue, 19 May, priced at £200 found 3 days ago
Air New Zealand
Sun, 17 May - Tue, 19 May
ZQN
Queenstown
NSN
Nelson
£203 Return, found 3 days ago
£203
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sun, 17 May from Queenstown to Nelson, returning Tue, 19 May, priced at £203 found 3 days ago
Air New Zealand
Sun, 17 May - Tue, 19 May
ZQN
Queenstown
NSN
Nelson
£206 Return, found 3 days ago
£206
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sun, 17 May from Queenstown to Nelson, returning Tue, 19 May, priced at £206 found 3 days ago
Flight from Queenstown to Nelson route information
Origin airport
Queenstown Intl.
Destination airport
Nelson
Airlines serving
Air New Zealand
Return price
£174
Distance
547 km

Compare flights from Queenstown to Nelson easily and book with confidence

For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from Queenstown to Nelson. Operating between them flights per day, 20 airlines cover the route. And fly direct, getting you to Nelson in just hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from Queenstown Intl. to Nelson.  

To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights. 

Grab a great deal on your flight from Queenstown Intl. (ZQN) to Nelson (NSN)

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Queenstown to Nelson today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Queenstown Intl. to Nelson start at just £174 and range up to £206.  

To find an even better deal, try  

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near Queenstown and Nelson
  • booking your flight during May, the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper 

Why you should book your Queenstown to Nelson flight with Expedia!

We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from Queenstown Intl. to Nelson for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.  

Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.  

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Queenstown Airport to Nelson Airport (NSN)?
Based on fares quoted within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip journeys from ZQN to NSN start from £174. Make your booking ASAP to get the best price for your big adventure. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from ZQN to Nelson Airport (NSN)?
The majority of flights can be cancelled online, but whether you are charged a fee depends on your airline. If you do need to cancel your holiday, follow the instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from ZQN to Nelson Airport (NSN) that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Queenstown Airport to Nelson Airport (NSN) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Queenstown Airport to Nelson Airport (NSN)?
That new movie you've been wanting to see will just have to wait — the flight distance between Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) (ZQN) and Nelson Airport (NSN) is only 550 kilometres. The captain will be instructing you to put your seat upright for touchdown before you know it.
Which airlines fly direct from ZQN to Nelson Airport (NSN)?
Flying directly between ZQN and Nelson Airport (NSN) isn't possible at this time. However, you'll still be able to find a flight to Nelson with at least one stop.
Are Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) to Nelson Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute planners can sometimes nab a bargain, with some of the cheapest fares from Queenstown Airport to NSN appearing a few weeks before the departure date. If you'd rather book ahead, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals continually — as early as a year in advance in some cases. It does depend on the carrier though, as not every airline advertises prices so far in advance.

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