To Nelson

Cheap Flights from Palmerston North to Nelson

Browse current best options from Palmerston North. Become a member to unlock all deals and get alerts when new deals appear.

Deals from

Palmerston North

RatePunk searches hundreds of travel sites at once for deals on flights to Nelson

Prices updated 24 days ago

486,190 searches this week

171 airlines compared

80%+ AI score for best value

Fares are subject to change and may not be available for all dates. (Data last updated May 29, 2026.)

Today’s best flight deals from Palmerston North to Nelson

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Palmerston North to Nelson

Round trip

Sort by: Cheapest

December 7 - December 9

Cheapest

Best

PMR - Nelson

$283

$279

Round trip

October 14 - October 29

Cheapest

Earliest

PMR - Nelson

$233

$279

Round trip

October 14 - October 28

Cheapest

Earliest

PMR - Nelson

$235

$279

Round trip

December 7 - December 15

PMR - Nelson

$286

$283

Round trip

December 7 - December 8

PMR - Nelson

$283

Round trip

December 7 - December 10

PMR - Nelson

$283

Round trip

November 28 - December 9

PMR - Nelson

$245

$283

Round trip

November 3 - November 12

PMR - Nelson

$240

$286

Round trip

November 16 - December 9

PMR - Nelson

$231

$287

Round trip

October 14 - November 12

Earliest

PMR - Nelson

$231

$287

Round trip

Unlock all 500+ flight deals to Nelson and get alerts when great deals appear

Route Intelligence — 486,190 Searches this Week

Insights for flights from Palmerston North to Nelson

The distance from Palmerston North to Nelson is 229 kilometers, making this a short-haul route. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Palmerston North to Nelson, fares typically range from $227–$308, with a median of $273. Right now, fares are below the typical level, and about 6% of recent fares were classified as a good price.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Palmerston North to Nelson? The most affordable month to fly is August, with a median fare of $175. Following closely, June offers a median fare of $232, and July presents a median fare of $268.

Most itineraries from Palmerston North to Nelson connect at least once, with 0% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 1.

How long is the flight from Palmerston North to Nelson? A typical journey from Palmerston North to Nelson takes approximately 5h 35m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stopover.

How much is a round trip from Palmerston North to Nelson

Regular price: $238 - $413

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Palmerston North to Nelson is between $238 and $413. The current lowest deal is $279 with Air New Zealand for travel from Dec 7-Dec 9.

now $279

Low $238

High $413

The cheapest time to fly from Palmerston North to Nelson

The cheapest month to fly from PMR to NSN is August, with a median price of $175. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $337. Prices are generally lower from April to December.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $175

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $337

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Palmerston North to Nelson

Air New Zealand

Last-minute flights going from Palmerston North to Nelson

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

PMR - Nelson

Palmerston North (PMR) - Nelson (NSN)

$157

$361

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

PMR - Nelson

Palmerston North (PMR) - Nelson (NSN)

Air New Zealand

$263

$627

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

PMR - Nelson

Palmerston North (PMR) - Nelson (NSN)

Air New Zealand

$268

$633

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

PMR - Nelson

Palmerston North (PMR) - Nelson (NSN)

Air New Zealand

$263

$639

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

PMR - Nelson

Palmerston North (PMR) - Nelson (NSN)

Air New Zealand

$268

$661

One-way

Thu, Jul 9

⌛ Last-Minute

PMR - Nelson

Palmerston North (PMR) - Nelson (NSN)

Air New Zealand

$224

$643

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Palmerston North to Nelson

2 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 9

$283 → $279

8 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 15

$286 → $283

1 night

Dec 7 - Dec 8

$283 → $283

3 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 10

$283 → $283

Popular Airports to fly from Palmerston North to Nelson

Palmerston North - Nelson route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Palmerston North to Nelson are below the typical level at $279.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly from Palmerston North to Nelson, with a median price of $175.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 5h 35m on average.

The median flight duration for connecting flights from Palmerston North to Nelson is 5h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Air New Zealand offers connecting flights.

Air New Zealand offers connecting flights from Palmerston North to Nelson; direct flights are not available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air New Zealand is the main carrier on this route.

Air New Zealand is the primary airline offering connecting flights from Palmerston North to Nelson.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Deals for flights from Palmerston North to Nelson appear frequently, about 0.5 times per day.

Palmerston North main airports to depart from

Palmerston North (PMR)

Cheapest

Palmerston North Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Nelson.

📍 ~4 km from Palmerston North city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$279

Nelson main airports to arrive at

Nelson (NSN)

Cheapest

Nelson Airport is a convenient arrival point for travelers heading to Nelson and the surrounding Tasman region.

📍 ~8 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$279

Airports nearby Nelson used as alternative

Woodbourne (BHE)

Woodbourne is a convenient alternative for domestic travel within the South Island.

📍 ~65 km from Nelson (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$288

Christchurch International (CHC)

Cheapest

Christchurch International offers a wider range of domestic and international destinations for your trip.

📍 ~240 km from Nelson (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$135

Wellington International (WLG)

Wellington International is a major national hub with frequent connections, though it requires a ferry crossing.

📍 ~105 km from Nelson (reachable by ferry)

💸 Flights from ~$244

Hokitika (HKK)

Hokitika provides an alternative for West Coast connections, avoiding the need for a ferry.

📍 ~190 km from Nelson (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$275

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Nelson

Nelson, New Zealand

27% AI deal score

$639

From PMR

Elite

Jun 19

Nelson, New Zealand

27% AI deal score

$661

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nelson

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can often reveal better deals. Looking into flights with layovers may also present lower-cost options.

Booking flights in advance, often several weeks or months before your intended travel date, can sometimes result in lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you identify a good booking window. Mid-week travel can also sometimes be more economical.

Comparing flights from nearby airports can sometimes offer more options or potentially lower fares. While it may add to your travel time, checking alternative departure or arrival points could lead to savings. Always factor in the cost and convenience of ground transportation to and from these airports.

Related routes

Consider alternative routes from Palmerston North

Flights from Palmerston North to Auckland Flights from Palmerston North to Christchurch Flights from Palmerston North to Dunedin Flights from Palmerston North to Hamilton Flights from Palmerston North to Invercargill Flights from Palmerston North to Queenstown Flights from Palmerston North to Tauranga Flights from Palmerston North to Wellington Flights from Palmerston North to Whangarei

Cheap Flights from Palmerston North to Nelson

Today’s best flight deals from Palmerston North to Nelson

Unlock all 500+ flight deals to Nelson and get alerts when great deals appear

Route Intelligence — 486,190 Searches this Week

Insights for flights from Palmerston North to Nelson

How much is a round trip from Palmerston North to Nelson

The cheapest time to fly from Palmerston North to Nelson

Direct flights from Palmerston North to Nelson

Last-minute flights going from Palmerston North to Nelson

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Palmerston North to Nelson

Popular Airports to fly from Palmerston North to Nelson

Palmerston North - Nelson route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

August is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Connecting flights take 5h 35m on average.

Air New Zealand offers connecting flights.

Air New Zealand is the main carrier on this route.

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Palmerston North main airports to depart from

Nelson main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Nelson used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Nelson

Best Elite deals to Nelson

Dec 07

Dec 07

Dec 07

Dec 07

Oct 14

Oct 14

Nov 28

Nov 03

Nov 16

Oct 14

Nov 17

Nov 24

Nov 16

Nov 16

Nov 16

Nov 16

Oct 27

Oct 27

Oct 27

Aug 25

Oct 06

Oct 06

Oct 07

Oct 07

Oct 31

Oct 31

Nov 05

Sep 24

Oct 23

Jul 09

Jul 09

Jun 19

Oct 26

Jun 19

Jun 19

Jun 19

Jun 19

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nelson

How can I find cheap flights from Palmerston North to Nelson?

How can I find cheap flights from Palmerston North to Nelson?

When should I book flights from Palmerston North to Nelson?

When should I book flights from Palmerston North to Nelson?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Palmerston North to Nelson?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Palmerston North to Nelson?

Are direct flights from Palmerston North to Nelson always the best option?

Are direct flights from Palmerston North to Nelson always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Palmerston North to Nelson flights?

Can flexible travel dates help on Palmerston North to Nelson flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Palmerston North to Nelson flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Palmerston North to Nelson flights?

Related routes

Consider alternative routes from Palmerston North