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Cheap flights Nelson — Christchurch

257 km ~48m 2 flights found 2 airlines cheapest on Monday
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2–11 years
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Route characteristics
Distance
257 km
Flight time
48m
Time difference
+0h
Cheapest day
Monday
Departure airports (1)
NSN Nelson Airport
Arrival airports (1)
CHC Christchurch International Airport
Airlines (2)
S8 Sounds Air NZ Air New Zealand
Agencies (1)
Gotogate
Airlines — cheapest prices 2
Sounds Air
Sounds Air
1 flights · 1 days
$145
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
1 flights · 1 days
$240
Where to buy tickets 1
Gotogate
2 tickets · 1 days
from $145
Airports

From — Nelson (1)

  • NSN Nelson Airport

To — Christchurch (1)

  • CHC Christchurch International Airport
Other destinations from Nelson
Frequently asked questions about the route Nelson — Christchurch
How long is the flight from Nelson to Christchurch?
Approximate flight time — 48m. This is an average for a direct flight. With connections, the time may be longer.
What is the distance from Nelson to Christchurch?
The straight-line distance — 257 km.
What is the time difference between Nelson and Christchurch?
The difference — +0h.
From which airports does Nelson operate flights?
From Nelson: NSN (Nelson Airport).
To which airports in Christchurch do flights arrive?
To Christchurch: CHC (Christchurch International Airport).
Which airlines fly this route?
This route is served by 2 airlines: Sounds Air, Air New Zealand.
Which day of the week is cheapest?
The cheapest day of the week — Monday.
When is the best time to buy tickets?
Optimal — 1–3 months before departure. Check the calendar above — it shows the best dates.
How do I book flights?
Click "View this ticket" on any flight card — you'll be redirected to the booking page with this specific ticket pre-selected.
About the route Nelson — Christchurch

Flights Nelson — Christchurch is a popular route. The straight-line distance is 257 km. Flight time 48m. Time difference +0h.

From Nelson (NSN) flights depart from 1 airport: NSN. To Christchurch (CHC) — 1 arrival airport: CHC.

2 airlines operate on this route: Sounds Air, Air New Zealand.

Cheapest day to fly — Monday.

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