Question 1

How long does a flight from Nelson to Christchurch take?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights cover the 402 km separating Nelson to Christchurch in about 0h 55m. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 2

How many flights are there between Nelson and Christchurch per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 4 and 7 direct flights that take off from Nelson and land in Christchurch, with an average flight time of 0h 55m. The most common departure time is 08:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 44 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Tuesday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

What is the cheapest flight from Nelson to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Nelson to Christchurch was $46 for a one-way ticket and $104 for a return. <a href='/flight-routes/Nelson-NSN/Christchurch-CHC'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nelson to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Christchurch on a Saturday and more expensive on a Monday. On your return trip to Nelson, you should consider flying back on a Tuesday, and avoid Wednesdays for better deals. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 5

Which airports will I be using when flying from Nelson to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

Nelson airport is called Nelson and the only airport in Christchurch is Christchurch. <a href='/flight-routes/Nelson-NSN/Christchurch-CHC'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 6

What’s the earliest departure time from Nelson to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Nelson at 06:30 and will be landing in Christchurch at 07:25.

Question 7

What’s the latest departure time from Nelson to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Nelson to Christchurch jets off at 20:00 and lands at 20:55.

Question 8

Which airlines fly direct between Nelson and Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

There is just one airline that flies from Nelson to Christchurch direct and that is Air New Zealand. The best return deal found from Air New Zealand for the route is $154.

Question 9

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Nelson to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

The De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8-300 Dash 8 / 8Q is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Nelson to Christchurch flight route.

Question 10

Which airline alliances offer flights from Nelson to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Nelson and Christchurch, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

Question 11

On which days can I fly direct from Nelson to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

There are direct flights from Nelson to Christchurch on a daily basis.

Question 12

What is the cheapest month to fly from Nelson to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Nelson to Christchurch is September, where tickets cost $209 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $440 and $342 respectively.

Question 13

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Nelson to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Nelson to Christchurch. <a href='/flight-routes/Nelson-NSN/Christchurch-CHC'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 14

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Nelson to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Christchurch from Nelson is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now. <a href='/flight-routes/Nelson-NSN/Christchurch-CHC'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 15

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Nelson to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Christchurch with an airline and back to Nelson with another airline. <a href='/flight-routes/Nelson-NSN/Christchurch-CHC'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 16

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Nelson to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Christchurch from Nelson up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href='/flight-routes/Nelson-NSN/Christchurch-CHC'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 17

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Nelson and Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 18

How far in advance should I book a flight from Nelson to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Nelson to Christchurch, you should book around 6 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

Question 19

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Nelson to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

No, with an average price for the route of $370, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nelson to Christchurch?

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Christchurch on a Saturday and more expensive on a Monday. On your return trip to Nelson, you should consider flying back on a Tuesday, and avoid Wednesdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Nelson to Christchurch?

The cheapest month for flights from Nelson to Christchurch is September, where tickets cost $209 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $440 and $342 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Nelson to Christchurch?

No, with an average price for the route of $370, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Nelson to Christchurch?

To get a below average price on the flight from Nelson to Christchurch, you should book around 6 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

Which airlines fly direct between Nelson and Christchurch?

There is just one airline that flies from Nelson to Christchurch direct and that is Air New Zealand. The best return deal found from Air New Zealand for the route is $154.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Nelson and Christchurch?

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How many flights are there between Nelson and Christchurch per day?

How long does a flight from Nelson to Christchurch take?

Direct flights cover the 402 km separating Nelson to Christchurch in about 0h 55m.

What’s the earliest departure time from Nelson to Christchurch?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Nelson at 06:30 and will be landing in Christchurch at 07:25.

What’s the latest departure time from Nelson to Christchurch?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Nelson to Christchurch jets off at 20:00 and lands at 20:55.

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What is the cheapest flight from Nelson to Christchurch?

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Nelson to Christchurch was $46 for a one-way ticket and $104 for a return.

Which airports will I be using when flying from Nelson to Christchurch?

Nelson airport is called Nelson and the only airport in Christchurch is Christchurch.

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Nelson to Christchurch?

The De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8-300 Dash 8 / 8Q is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Nelson to Christchurch flight route.

Which airline alliances offer flights from Nelson to Christchurch?

Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Nelson and Christchurch, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

On which days can I fly direct from Nelson to Christchurch?

There are direct flights from Nelson to Christchurch on a daily basis.

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Nelson to Christchurch?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Nelson to Christchurch.

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Nelson to Christchurch?

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Christchurch from Nelson is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Nelson to Christchurch?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Christchurch with an airline and back to Nelson with another airline.

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Nelson to Christchurch?

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Christchurch from Nelson up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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