Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Nelson Airport (NSN): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your LHR to NSN flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Nelson Airport (NSN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Nelson Airport flight is Rs199,640. A return ticket is currently Rs314,508. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LHR to NSN if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Nelson Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from LHR to NSN.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of the departures from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach London Heathrow Airport from central London, it'll take around 55 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near LHR. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Nelson Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Nelson Airport (NSN)
Book a hotel close to NSN if you're taking a late London Heathrow Airport to Nelson Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Nelson Airport rental car and discover Nelson and beyond with your own set of wheels. GO Rentals, Ezi and Snap are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Nelson Airport around one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Nelson Airport (NSN) to central Nelson
From Nelson Airport, Nelson is approximately 2 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Nelson Airport (NSN)
June is the most popular month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Nelson Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Nelson in April.
When reserving your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Nelson Airport, consider the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Nelson, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC to 24ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LHR to NSN in July. Temperatures average between 3ºC and 12ºC then.
Explore more of New Zealand
Wellington is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be explored after you've seen Nelson. Around 121 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
If you're looking to explore another corner of New Zealand, consider Christchurch, about 274 kilometres south of Nelson. Little River Rail Station, The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden are key highlights.
