Travelling from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Nelson Airport (NSN): what you need to know
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You won't need your passport or a visa to fly within New Zealand. You will need a valid form of identification though, like a driver's license or ID card. Put them on your packing list once you've got your cheap ticket from ZQN to NSN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Nelson Airport (NSN)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Queenstown Airport to Nelson Airport is £75. The cheapest price for a return flight is £146. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ZQN to NSN if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
Finding cheap tickets from Queenstown Airport to Nelson Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.
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Use filters to find the best journey for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Queenstown Airport to Nelson Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
The journey from central Queenstown to Queenstown Airport takes approximately 21 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 5 miles in 13 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After an easy start to your holiday? Stay near ZQN. Whether you have an early flight from Queenstown Airport to Nelson Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are just the thing:
Arriving at Nelson Airport (NSN)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Queenstown Airport to Nelson Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near NSN:
Getting from Nelson Airport (NSN) to central Nelson
Nelson Airport is approximately 1 mile from central Nelson. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 3 minutes.
It takes around 21 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Nelson Airport (NSN)
June is the busiest month for flights from Queenstown Airport to Nelson Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Nelson in April.
The warmest month in Nelson is January, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from Queenstown Airport to Nelson Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from ZQN to NSN in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 3ºC and 12ºC on average.
More about Nelson
Start your Nelson trip right by finding a wonderful stay. Once you've booked your flight from ZQN to NSN, browse our range of accommodation options including:
World of WearableArt & Classic Cars Museum and Tahunanui Beach are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Nelson must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Queen's Gardens.
Complete your Nelson trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Nelson Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Nelson getaway.
