Nelson to Wellington (NSN–WLG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
NSN–WLG is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air New Zealand and Snowbird Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 82 miles in approximately 0h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 2 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZ Air New Zealand | 19 | DH3 | 0h40 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| S8 Snowbird Airlines | 12 | CNC | 0h45 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Wellington from Nelson
| Metric | NSN→WLG | BHE→WLG | CHC→WLG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from NSN | – | 37 mi | 155 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 31 | 18 | 226 |
| Flight time | 0h 40m | 0h 30m | 0h 48m |
Travel Essentials
NSN: NZDT · WLG: NZDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Nelson, it's 6:00 PM in Wellington.
NSN–WLG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from NSN to WLG
Nelson Airport (NSN) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) are connected by nonstop service from Air New Zealand and Snowbird Airlines. With 31 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
NSN to WLG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from NSN to WLG ranges from 0 hours 40 minutes to 0 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 82 miles (132 km). There are approximately 31 weekly flights outbound and 19 return, totaling 50 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
2 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 14 hours via AKL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Blenheim (BHE), Christchurch (CHC) and New Plymouth (NPL).