Flying from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) 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 tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your ZQN to NSN flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Nelson Airport (NSN)
Rs29,192 is the lowest price for a one-way Queenstown Airport to Nelson Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs61,239. These fares can change depending on demand.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ZQN to NSN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Queenstown Airport to Nelson Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from ZQN to NSN by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Queenstown Airport to Nelson Airport.
Handy information about Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
The address for ZQN is P.O. Box 64.
Of all flights departing from Queenstown Airport, 79.18% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Queenstown Airport from central Queenstown, it'll take around 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Queenstown Airport to Nelson Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near ZQN:
Arriving at Nelson Airport (NSN)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Queenstown Airport to Nelson Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near NSN instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Nelson Airport rental car. Book your wheels from GO Rentals, Ezi or Snap and find adventure across Nelson and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Nelson Airport about one week before travelling.
Getting from Nelson Airport (NSN) to central Nelson
From Nelson Airport, Nelson is approximately 2 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 20 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Nelson Airport (NSN)
The quietest month for a flight from Queenstown Airport to Nelson Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Nelson based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Queenstown Airport to Nelson Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Nelson, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 24ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from ZQN to NSN in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC and 12ºC on average.
Explore more of New Zealand
Nelson has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of New Zealand you should also see. About 121 kilometres east of Nelson, a trip to Wellington will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
Christchurch is another well-known destination in New Zealand and is around 274 kilometres south of Nelson. No trip is complete without experiencing Little River Rail Station, The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.
