Christchurch to Nelson (CHC–NSN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
CHC–NSN is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air New Zealand leads the route. The flight covers 155 miles in approximately 1h. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZ Air New Zealand Also: SQ | 30 | AT7, DH3 | 1h | – | Star Alliance | SQ |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Nelson from Christchurch
| Metric | CHC→NSN | WLG→NSN |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from CHC | – | 189 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 37 | 33 |
| Flight time | 1h | 0h 45m |
Travel Essentials
CHC: NZST · NSN: NZST
When it's 6:00 PM in Christchurch, it's 6:00 PM in Nelson.
CHC–NSN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CHC to NSN
Christchurch International Airport (CHC) and Nelson Airport (NSN) are connected by nonstop service from Air New Zealand. With 37 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CHC to NSN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CHC to NSN is about 1 hours gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 155 miles (250 km). There are approximately 37 weekly flights outbound and 43 return, totaling 80 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Wellington and Auckland. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Wellington (WLG).