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Nelson.1.966 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Nov, returning Wed, 10 Dec.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Manchester on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in Nelson.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Nelson on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.966 €, select.
Nelson.1.975 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Sep, returning Sun, 28 Sep.Return flight with Qatar Airways and Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Manchester on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in Nelson.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Nelson on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.975 €, select.
Nelson.1.999 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Jan, returning Tue, 10 Feb.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Manchester on Tue, 13 Jan, arriving in Nelson.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Nelson on Tue, 10 Feb, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.999 €, select.
Nelson.2.023 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Dec, returning Tue, 20 Jan.Return flight with Singapore Airlines and Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Manchester on Tue, 30 Dec, arriving in Nelson.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Nelson on Tue, 20 Jan, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From 2.023 €, select.
Nelson.2.053 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Jan, returning Fri, 23 Jan.Return flight with Singapore Airlines and Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Manchester on Fri, 2 Jan, arriving in Nelson.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Nelson on Fri, 23 Jan, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From 2.053 €, select.
Nelson.2.133 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Feb, returning Fri, 27 Feb.Return flight with Singapore Airlines and Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Manchester on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in Nelson.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Nelson on Fri, 27 Feb, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From 2.133 €, select.
Nelson.2.136 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct, returning Sun, 12 Oct.Return flight with Cathay Pacific and Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Manchester on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Nelson.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Nelson on Sun, 12 Oct, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From 2.136 €, select.
Nelson.2.238 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Jun, returning Fri, 6 Jun.Return flight with Qatar Airways and Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Manchester on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in Nelson.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Nelson on Fri, 6 Jun, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From 2.238 €, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Manchester to Nelson flights are currently cheapest in September.
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Manchester to Nelson: Alternative routes

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Manchester to Nelson: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found1.966 €
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Manchester to Nelson: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Manchester to Nelson is 1.966 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Manchester to Nelson. But we found flights with one or more stops from 1.966 €.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Manchester to Nelson.
The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Nelson is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Manchester Airport to Nelson Airport on Wednesday, 26 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Manchester Airport and Nelson Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Nelson but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Nelson is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air New Zealand offers the cheapest flight tickets to Nelson.

Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Nelson Airport (NSN): what you need to know

  • To ensure you get on your MAN to NSN flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Nelson Airport (NSN)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to Nelson Airport flight is 1.044 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 1.966 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MAN to NSN if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from Manchester Airport to Nelson Airport.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from MAN to NSN is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Manchester Airport to Nelson Airport.

Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • When it comes to Manchester Airport's on-time performance, 59.39% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • Central Manchester to Manchester Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near MAN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to Nelson Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Nelson Airport (NSN)

  • Consider staying in a hotel near NSN if you have a late Manchester Airport to Nelson Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Pick up a Nelson Airport rental car and discover Nelson and beyond with your own wheels. GO Rentals, Ezi and Snap are popular providers you can book with here.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Nelson Airport around one week before your departure date.

Getting from Nelson Airport (NSN) to central Nelson

  • Nelson Airport is approximately 2 kilometres from central Nelson. The drive time takes around 5 minutes.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.

When to fly to Nelson Airport (NSN)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Manchester Airport to Nelson Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Nelson based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • Lock in your flight from Manchester Airport to Nelson Airport for January if you want to visit Nelson during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).

  • July sees average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAN to NSN around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of New Zealand

  • Nelson is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand just waiting to be explored. Around 121 kilometres east of Nelson, a visit to Wellington will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.

  • Around 274 kilometres south of Nelson, Christchurch is another essential stop in New Zealand. Experience major highlights starting with Little River Rail Station, The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.

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