Flights from Queenstown (ZQN) to Nelson (NSN)

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

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Queenstown to Nelson Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Queenstown (ZQN) to Nelson (NSN)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Queenstown to Nelson flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top ZQN to NSN routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

to Information

Traveling From
Queenstown Intl.
Origin Airport
Origin Airport IATA Code
ZQN
Traveling To
Nelson
Destination Airport
Destination Airport IATA Code
NSN
Number of Airlines Serving
Average Flight Time
hours mins
Direct Flight Time
hours mins
Flight Price
NZ$977
Address:
Nelson ,
New Zealand
IATA code:
NSN
Longitude:
173.224227
Latitude:
-41.299122
Time zone:
Pacific/Auckland
Address:
P.O. Box 64
Queenstown ,
New Zealand
IATA code:
ZQN
Longitude:
168.739104
Latitude:
-45.022039
Time zone:
Pacific/Auckland

Queenstown to Nelson Flight Deals from NZ$977

Considering a quick trip to Nelson, but not sure which is the best route for you? Well, you’re in luck! Wotif has done the hard work, so all you need to do is check out these flights from ZQN to NSN. With heaps of cheap fares from Queenstown, we guarantee you’ll be arriving to your holiday destination in style without emptying your bank account in the process.

It’s easy to book flights to Nelson from Queenstown  

For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to Nelson from Queenstown from 9 different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to Nelson in just hour(s) and mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to Nelson from Queenstown 

Choose from flights a day on average, with prices starting at NZ$977 and rising to NZ$1,252 depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from Queenstown to Nelson today!  

Find cheap airfares to Nelson from Queenstown 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near Queenstown and Nelson
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in February)
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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Great places to stay after flight from Queenstown to Nelson

Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

3.5 out of 5
6 Point Road Stoke Nelson South Island
The price is NZ$225 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
NZ$225
12 Feb - 13 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nelson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Marsden Recreation Ground and Greenmeadows ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (876 reviews)
Extremely helpful staff. Beautiful patio at the hotel. Clean rooms. Good restaurants right by.

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson

3 out of 5
40 Waimea Road Nelson
The price is NZ$164 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$164
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Nelson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
The room was spotless and the facilities were great.

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

The Hotel Nelson
The Honest Lawyer, an Ascend Collection Hotel

The Honest Lawyer, an Ascend Collection Hotel

4 out of 5
1 Point Road Nelson
The price is NZ$209 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
NZ$209
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nelson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Marsden Recreation Ground and McCashin's ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (505 reviews)
This is my type of place, it was a small single room but homely and quirky with a comfy bed. All I needed. Staff was accomodating and friendly, room was clean and comfortable. TV is tiny but I was not looking to watch anything.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

The Honest Lawyer, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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