Which airports can I use when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Nelson?

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Nelson usually depart from London Gatwick (LGW) and arrive at Nelson (NSN).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Nelson?

Only Economy class is available on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Nelson.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Nelson?

On the London Gatwick Airport to Nelson route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 50%. Saturday is the cheapest day at £975 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at £1,928 – a £953 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

Do I need a passport to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Nelson?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from London Gatwick Airport to Nelson changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £1,019 to £2,881. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from London Gatwick Airport to Nelson looking right now?

One-way fares from London Gatwick Airport to Nelson are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £843, which is 27% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between London Gatwick Airport and Nelson?

Nelson is 11 hours ahead of London Gatwick Airport (New Zealand Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Nelson Airport (NSN)?

Nelson Airport (NSN) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £10 for economy cars. Top options include: • EZI • Snap Rentals • Thrifty • Apex • Budget

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09:50 - 14:45LGW London Gatwick-NSN Nelson

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17:30 - 06:30NSN Nelson-LGW London Gatwick

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17:00 - 14:45LGW London Gatwick-NSN Nelson

56h 45m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Auckland Intl

17:30 - 06:30NSN Nelson-LGW London Gatwick

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17:00 - 15:45LGW London Gatwick-NSN Nelson

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17:30 - 06:30NSN Nelson-LGW London Gatwick

50h 00m2 stops Auckland Intl Shanghai Pu Dong

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18:00 - 21:45LGW London Gatwick-NSN Nelson

39h 45m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Auckland Intl

06:30 - 14:00NSN Nelson-LGW London Gatwick

44h 30m2 stops Auckland Intl Shanghai Pu Dong

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11:35 - 21:45LGW London Gatwick-NSN Nelson

46h 10m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Auckland Intl

06:30 - 14:00NSN Nelson-LGW London Gatwick

44h 30m2 stops Auckland Intl Shanghai Pu Dong

£1,324Multiple Airlines

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09:50 - 16:55LGW London Gatwick-NSN Nelson

42h 05m3 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Sydney Kingsford Smith Auckland Intl

12:10 - 06:30NSN Nelson-LGW London Gatwick

55h 20m3 stops Christchurch Melbourne Guangzhou Baiyun

£1,425Multiple Airlines

Mon, 12 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct

18:00 - 08:05LGW London Gatwick-NSN Nelson

50h 05m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Auckland Intl

09:15 - 15:00NSN Nelson-LGW London Gatwick

41h 45m2 stops Auckland Intl Shanghai Pu Dong

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Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Gatwick to Nelson based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.

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Which airports can I use when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Nelson?
Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Nelson usually depart from London Gatwick (LGW) and arrive at Nelson (NSN).
Which cabin classes can I book on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Nelson?
Only Economy class is available on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Nelson.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Nelson?
On the London Gatwick Airport to Nelson route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 50%. Saturday is the cheapest day at £975 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at £1,928 – a £953 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
Do I need a passport to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Nelson?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from London Gatwick Airport to Nelson changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £1,019 to £2,881. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from London Gatwick Airport to Nelson looking right now?
One-way fares from London Gatwick Airport to Nelson are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £843, which is 27% above the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between London Gatwick Airport and Nelson?
Nelson is 11 hours ahead of London Gatwick Airport (New Zealand Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
Which car hire options are available at Nelson Airport (NSN)?
Nelson Airport (NSN) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £10 for economy cars. Top options include:
• EZI
• Snap Rentals
• Thrifty
• Apex
• Budget

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average £975 – about £953 less than Wednesday (49% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Nelson Airport.
- The Beachcomber Hotel
- The Honest Lawyer, an Ascend Collection Hotel
- ASURE Fountain Resort Motel

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