Cheap Flights to West Coast from $79 (2026/2027)

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How Much Does it Cost To Fly To West Coast?

Prices found within past 7 days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Sun, Feb 14 - Sun, Feb 14
CHC
Christchurch Intl.
NSN
Nelson
$158 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$158
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sun, Feb 14 from Christchurch Intl. to Nelson, returning Sun, Feb 14, priced at $158 found 5 days ago
Sun, Feb 14 - Sun, Feb 14
CHC
Christchurch Intl.
NSN
Nelson
$165 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$165
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sun, Feb 14 from Christchurch Intl. to Nelson, returning Sun, Feb 14, priced at $165 found 5 days ago
Tue, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 14
AKL
Auckland Intl.
NSN
Nelson
$173 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$173
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Tue, Jan 12 from Auckland Intl. to Nelson, returning Thu, Jan 14, priced at $173 found 2 days ago
Thu, Apr 29 - Sun, May 9
AKL
Auckland Intl.
NSN
Nelson
$179 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$179
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Thu, Apr 29 from Auckland Intl. to Nelson, returning Sun, May 9, priced at $179 found 4 days ago
Sun, Feb 14 - Sun, Feb 14
CHC
Christchurch Intl.
NSN
Nelson
$181 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$181
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sun, Feb 14 from Christchurch Intl. to Nelson, returning Sun, Feb 14, priced at $181 found 5 days ago
Sun, Feb 14 - Sun, Feb 14
CHC
Christchurch Intl.
NSN
Nelson
$184 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$184
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sun, Feb 14 from Christchurch Intl. to Nelson, returning Sun, Feb 14, priced at $184 found 5 days ago
Thu, Apr 29 - Sun, May 9
AKL
Auckland Intl.
NSN
Nelson
$186 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$186
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Thu, Apr 29 from Auckland Intl. to Nelson, returning Sun, May 9, priced at $186 found 4 days ago
Tue, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 14
AKL
Auckland Intl.
NSN
Nelson
$188 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Tue, Jan 12 from Auckland Intl. to Nelson, returning Thu, Jan 14, priced at $188 found 2 days ago
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
NSN
Nelson
$1,254 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$1,254
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Tue, Nov 24 from Los Angeles Intl. to Nelson, returning Tue, Dec 1, priced at $1,254 found 19 hours ago
Wed, Dec 2 - Thu, Dec 10
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
NSN
Nelson
$1,734 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$1,734
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Wed, Dec 2 from San Francisco Intl. to Nelson, returning Thu, Dec 10, priced at $1,734 found 18 hours ago
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
ABQ
Albuquerque Intl. Sunport
NSN
Nelson
$1,739 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$1,739
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Tue, Dec 8 from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport to Nelson, returning Tue, Dec 15, priced at $1,739 found 17 hours ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
AKLNelsonJanuary 12 to January 14$173
CHCNelsonDecember 2 to December 4$199
CHCHokitikaDecember 10 to December 13$204
MELNelsonNovember 1 to November 9$647
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
AKLNelsonOctober 9 to October 12$341
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best West Coast Flight and Hotel Packages

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Harbourside Nelson
4.0-star property

Harbourside Nelson

Nov 19 - Nov 24

5 night stay

Sydney (SYD) to Nelson (NSN)

Air New Zealand • Non-stop • Coach

Nelson (NSN) to Sydney (SYD)

Qantas Airways • Non-stop • Coach
Price was $1,082, price is now $951 per person
$951
per person
found 1 day ago
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
3.5-star property

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Nov 19 - Nov 24

5 night stay

Sydney (SYD) to Nelson (NSN)

Air New Zealand • Non-stop • Coach

Nelson (NSN) to Sydney (SYD)

Qantas Airways • Non-stop • Coach
Price was $1,048, price is now $960 per person
$960
per person
found 1 day ago
The Sails Nelson
5.0-star property

The Sails Nelson

Nov 19 - Nov 24

5 night stay

Sydney (SYD) to Nelson (NSN)

Air New Zealand • Non-stop • Coach

Nelson (NSN) to Sydney (SYD)

Qantas Airways • Non-stop • Coach
Price was $1,046, price is now $979 per person
$979
per person
found 1 day ago
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Beachfront Hotel

Beachfront Hotel

3.5 out of 5
111 Revell Street Hokitika
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Hokitika. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Hokitika Glass Studio and The Gold Room are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"I loved being able to walk out to the beach out my door. Everything was clean and comfortable. Heated towel racks and floor was a bonus. Reception was super nice!"

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2026

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Rainforest Retreat

Rainforest Retreat

4 out of 5
46 Cron Street Franz Josef Glacier
Stay at this holiday park in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Popular attractions Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Waiho Hot Tubs are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (967 reviews)
"This place is stunning. The treehouse 2 BR cabin is amazing, with beautiful furnishings and everything you need. The hot tub on a cold spring night was a treat. Beautiful trees & foliage surround each cabin, so you feel like you're in a private, secluded spot."

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2026

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Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

4 out of 5
209 Cook Flat Road Fox Glacier
Stay at this motel in Fox Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Lake Matheson and Lake Matheson are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (318 reviews)
"Location to Fox Glacier. The young man who checked us in was a delightful. He gave us info about the area that we were unaware of. Room clean. Amenities were great. Views unbelievable!"

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2026

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Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

4 out of 5
36 Main Road, State Highway 6 Franz Josef Glacier
Stay at this hotel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Glacier Hot Pools are located nearby.
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the cheapest flight to West Coast?
Based on prices found over the last seven days on Travelocity, a roundtrip flight to West Coast started at as little as $158. If you're flexible with your dates, it's easier to snap up a great bargain. This price was available on Travelocity for flights to West Coast departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
What is the cheapest month to fly to West Coast?
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