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.

Thu, Aug 27 - Mon, Aug 31
CHC
Christchurch Intl.
HKK
Hokitika
$159 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Thu, Aug 27 from Christchurch Intl. to Hokitika, returning Mon, Aug 31, priced at $159 found 7 hours ago
Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21
CHC
Christchurch Intl.
NSN
Nelson
$161 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$161
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sat, Nov 14 from Christchurch Intl. to Nelson, returning Sat, Nov 21, priced at $161 found 2 days ago
Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21
CHC
Christchurch Intl.
NSN
Nelson
$170 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$170
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sat, Nov 14 from Christchurch Intl. to Nelson, returning Sat, Nov 21, priced at $170 found 2 days ago
Thu, Aug 27 - Mon, Aug 31
CHC
Christchurch Intl.
HKK
Hokitika
$175 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$175
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Thu, Aug 27 from Christchurch Intl. to Hokitika, returning Mon, Aug 31, priced at $175 found 7 hours ago
Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21
CHC
Christchurch Intl.
NSN
Nelson
$176 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$176
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sat, Nov 14 from Christchurch Intl. to Nelson, returning Sat, Nov 21, priced at $176 found 2 days ago
Mon, Dec 21 - Fri, Dec 25
CHC
Christchurch Intl.
NSN
Nelson
$189 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$189
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Mon, Dec 21 from Christchurch Intl. to Nelson, returning Fri, Dec 25, priced at $189 found 6 days ago
Mon, Dec 21 - Fri, Dec 25
CHC
Christchurch Intl.
NSN
Nelson
$197 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$197
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Mon, Dec 21 from Christchurch Intl. to Nelson, returning Fri, Dec 25, priced at $197 found 6 days ago
Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21
CHC
Christchurch Intl.
NSN
Nelson
$202 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$202
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sat, Nov 14 from Christchurch Intl. to Nelson, returning Sat, Nov 21, priced at $202 found 2 days ago
Thu, Feb 25 - Sun, Mar 7
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
NSN
Nelson
$1,236 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$1,236
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Thu, Feb 25 from Los Angeles Intl. to Nelson, returning Sun, Mar 7, priced at $1,236 found 19 hours ago
Thu, Feb 25 - Sun, Mar 7
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
NSN
Nelson
$1,321 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$1,321
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Thu, Feb 25 from Los Angeles Intl. to Nelson, returning Sun, Mar 7, priced at $1,321 found 19 hours ago
Thu, Mar 4 - Sat, Mar 20
PDX
Portland Intl.
NSN
Nelson
$1,373 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,373
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Mar 4 from Portland Intl. to Nelson, returning Sat, Mar 20, priced at $1,373 found 3 days ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
CHCHokitikaAugust 27 to August 31$159
AKLNelsonSeptember 3 to September 6$179
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
HLZNelsonAugust 7 to August 14$420
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best West Coast Flight and Hotel Packages

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Franz Josef Top 10 Holiday Park
3.0-star property

Franz Josef Top 10 Holiday Park

Aug 1 - Aug 3

2 night stay

Wellington (WLG) to Hokitika (HKK)

Air New Zealand • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $520, price is now $497 per person
$497
per person
found 21 hours ago
Lake Matheson Motel
4.0-star property

Lake Matheson Motel

Aug 1 - Aug 3

2 night stay

Wellington (WLG) to Hokitika (HKK)

Air New Zealand • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $572, price is now $529 per person
$529
per person
found 21 hours ago
Rainforest Deluxe
5.0-star property

Rainforest Deluxe

Aug 1 - Aug 3

2 night stay

Wellington (WLG) to Hokitika (HKK)

Air New Zealand • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $688, price is now $643 per person
$643
per person
found 21 hours 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)
"Dinner is great. Price is good. East stopover accommodation."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 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 Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest and Lake Matheson are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (312 reviews)
"Staff was incredible, super cute animals on the property, heated bed sheets, awesome shower and overall an amazing experience"

Reviewed on Jul 23, 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.
8.2/10 Very Good! (682 reviews)
"Great place to stay"

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2026

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Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

4 out of 5
4237 State Highway 6 Punakaiki
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Punakaiki. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Pancake Rocks and Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (845 reviews)
"One night stay, a perfect location, lovely room and lovely restaurant meals."

Reviewed on Jul 24, 2026

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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 $159. 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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