Nelson to Christchurch (NSN–CHC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
NSN–CHC is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air New Zealand leads the route. The flight covers 155 miles in approximately 0h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 2 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZ Air New Zealand Also: SQ | 28 | AT7, DH3 | 0h55-1h | – | Star Alliance | SQ |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Christchurch from Nelson
| Metric | NSN→CHC | WLG→CHC | PMR→CHC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from NSN | – | 82 mi | 142 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 7 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 34 | 229 | 29 |
| Flight time | 0h 55m | 0h 50m | 1h 25m |
Travel Essentials
NSN: NZST · CHC: NZST
When it's 6:00 PM in Nelson, it's 6:00 PM in Christchurch.
NSN–CHC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from NSN to CHC
Nelson Airport (NSN) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) are connected by nonstop service from Air New Zealand. With 34 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
NSN to CHC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from NSN to CHC ranges from 0 hours 55 minutes to 1 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 155 miles (250 km). There are approximately 34 weekly flights outbound and 23 return, totaling 57 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
2 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 13 hours via WLG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Wellington (WLG), Palmerston North (PMR) and (HKK).