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Mon, 6 Apr - Mon, 13 Apr
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand1 stop
NSN - MEL
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand1 stop
MEL - NSN
1222$
1201$
Prime price per passenger
Sat, 30 May
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways1 stop
NSN - MEL
340$
315$
Prime price per passenger
Sun, 3 May
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand1 stop
NSN - MEL
387$
379$
Prime price per passenger
Sat, 25 Apr
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand1 stop
NSN - MEL
388$
380$
Prime price per passenger
Tue, 19 May
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand2 stops
NSN - MEL
389$
381$
Prime price per passenger
Sun, 12 Apr
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand1 stop
NSN - MEL
476$
465$
Prime price per passenger
The prices shown on this page were available within the last 20 days for the specified periods and should not be considered the final price offered. Please note that availability and prices are subject to change.

Cheapest time to fly from Nelson to Melbourne

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available in the middle of May. Take advantage of this per
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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
70%Trains are 70% more expensive in Melbourne than in Nelson.
Nelson$3.31
Melbourne$5.50
MealMid-priced restaurant
20%The average meal is 20% more expensive in Melbourne than in Nelson.
Nelson$20.69
Melbourne$25.00
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
60%Taxis are 60% more expensive in Melbourne than in Nelson.
Nelson$3.15
Melbourne$5.10
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
13%Coffee is 13% more expensive in Melbourne than in Nelson.
Nelson$4.76
Melbourne$5.38
Distance: 2444 kms
Nelson airports
Nelson Airport (NSN)How far from city centre: 2 kms
Melbourne airports
Melbourne Airport (MEL)How far from city centre: 11 kms
Avalon Airport (AVV)How far from city centre: 50 kms

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When do you want to depart from Nelson? Adjust your travel dates and explore a wide range of options to Melbourne. With Opodo, you can find the perfect flight from our extensive selection, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable trip. Compare prices, flight durations, and amenities to choose the best option that suits your needs.


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But wait, there's more! Enhance your travel experience by booking a hotel and renting a car along with your flight. It's easier and often cheaper to book everything together. Choose the best offer from Nelson to Melbourne and get ready for an incredible journey. Enjoy your holiday, and remember to fasten your seatbelt. We’re ready for takeoff!

Frequently asked questions about flights from Nelson to Melbourne

How long does the flight take to go from Nelson to Melbourne?
The total flight time between Nelson and Melbourne is of around 4 h and 50 m on average, considering an average distance of 2,443.86 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
On average, how much is the price of a flight from Nelson to Melbourne?
When you fly from Nelson to Melbourne the average price is $578.52. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
How can I find cheap flights from Nelson to Melbourne at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Nelson to Melbourne is $315. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Melbourne expensive to visit compared to Nelson?
If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Melbourne costs an average of 5.10 AUD, 62% more expensive than Nelson, with a fare of 3.15 AUD,
while train tickets costs 66% more in Melbourne: 5.50 AUD against 3.31 AUD in Nelson.
If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 25.00 AUD in Melbourne, 21% more than the 20.69 AUD in Nelson.
The price of the coffee is around 13% more expensive in Melbourne, with an average of 5.38 AUD , while in Nelson the coffee costs 4.76 AUD.
Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Nelson to Melbourne?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Australia may apply when travelling from Nelson. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!

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