Which airports can I use when flying from Dublin to Nelson?

Flights from Dublin to Nelson usually depart from Dublin (DUB) and arrive at Nelson (NSN).

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dublin to Nelson?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 57% on the Dublin to Nelson route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at €1,056 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at €2,417, a difference of €1,361. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Do I need a passport to fly from Dublin 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 Dublin 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 €1,332 to €5,320. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Dublin to Nelson looking right now?

One-way fares from Dublin to Nelson are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about €1,108, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Dublin and Nelson?

Nelson is 11 hours ahead of Dublin (New Zealand Time vs Irish 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 €12 for economy cars. Top options include: • EZI • Snap Rentals • Thrifty • Apex • Budget

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Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

09:00 - 21:45DUB Dublin-NSN Nelson

47h 45m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Auckland Intl

11:55 - 06:15NSN Nelson-DUB Dublin

55h 20m2 stops Auckland Intl Shanghai Pu Dong

€1,332Multiple Airlines

Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

12:10 - 18:35DUB Dublin-NSN Nelson

41h 25m3 stops Zurich Singapore Changi Auckland Intl

06:30 - 11:20NSN Nelson-DUB Dublin

41h 50m3 stops Auckland Intl Singapore Changi Zurich

€1,521Multiple Airlines

Sun, 25 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov

12:30 - 09:25DUB Dublin-NSN Nelson

31h 55m2 stops San Francisco Auckland Intl

10:05 - 11:30NSN Nelson-DUB Dublin

38h 25m2 stops Auckland Intl San Francisco

€1,653Multiple Airlines

Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

17:15 - 13:55DUB Dublin-NSN Nelson

31h 40m3 stops Frankfurt am Main Hong Kong Intl Auckland Intl

13:25 - 08:25NSN Nelson-DUB Dublin

32h 00m3 stops Auckland Intl Singapore Changi Frankfurt am Main

€1,664Multiple Airlines

Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

20:40 - 10:35DUB Dublin-NSN Nelson

48h 55m3 stops London Heathrow San Francisco Auckland Intl

17:30 - 14:40NSN Nelson-DUB Dublin

34h 10m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles

€1,824Multiple Airlines

Sun, 25 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov

08:05 - 09:00DUB Dublin-NSN Nelson

35h 55m3 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Melbourne Christchurch

07:45 - 06:30NSN Nelson-DUB Dublin

35h 45m3 stops Auckland Intl Melbourne Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

€1,849Multiple Airlines

Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

20:50 - 20:45DUB Dublin-NSN Nelson

34h 55m3 stops Dubai Intl Auckland Intl Wellington

11:05 - 18:55NSN Nelson-DUB Dublin

44h 50m2 stops Auckland Intl Dubai Intl

€1,935Multiple Airlines

Wed, 4 Nov - Thu, 17 Dec

07:45 - 09:25DUB Dublin-NSN Nelson

36h 40m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Adelaide Auckland Intl

06:30 - 06:00NSN Nelson-DUB Dublin

36h 30m3 stops Auckland Intl Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl

€1,947Multiple Airlines

Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

20:50 - 16:55DUB Dublin-NSN Nelson

31h 05m2 stops Dubai Intl Auckland Intl

06:30 - 11:20NSN Nelson-DUB Dublin

41h 50m2 stops Auckland Intl Dubai Intl

€1,963Multiple Airlines

Wed, 4 Nov - Thu, 17 Dec

20:40 - 09:25DUB Dublin-NSN Nelson

47h 45m3 stops London Heathrow Los Angeles Auckland Intl

17:30 - 14:40NSN Nelson-DUB Dublin

34h 10m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles

€1,983Multiple Airlines

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When to book flights from Dublin to Nelson

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dublin 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 Dublin to Nelson?
Flights from Dublin to Nelson usually depart from Dublin (DUB) and arrive at Nelson (NSN).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dublin to Nelson?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 57% on the Dublin to Nelson route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at €1,056 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at €2,417, a difference of €1,361. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
Do I need a passport to fly from Dublin 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 Dublin 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 €1,332 to €5,320. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Dublin to Nelson looking right now?
One-way fares from Dublin to Nelson are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about €1,108, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between Dublin and Nelson?
Nelson is 11 hours ahead of Dublin (New Zealand Time vs Irish 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 €12 for economy cars. Top options include:
• EZI
• Snap Rentals
• Thrifty
• Apex
• Budget

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average €1,056 – about €1,361 less than Saturday (56% 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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