Flying from London to Nelson Airport (NSN): What you need to know
When planning a flight from London to Nelson Airport (NSN), you'll have a good choice of airports to leave from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Nelson is 13 hours ahead of London. Nelson Airport is located in Nelson, which operates on the UTC+13 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to NSN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
With more travellers during high season, plan to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
LHR is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London to Nelson Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just what you're after:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.18% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can get to LGW from the centre of London in approximately 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your London to NSN flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance rate of 69.26%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that leave from this airport reach their destination on time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is around 64 kilometres from central London. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about taking public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Sleep a little longer and still make your London to Nelson Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Stansted Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out early:
The on-time performance rating of STN is 64.73%. In other words, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Nelson Airport (NSN)
Have a late flight from London to Nelson Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near NSN and get cosy, quick:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Nelson Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from GO Rentals, Ezi or Snap to explore Nelson and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride around one week ahead of your London to Nelson Airport flight.
Getting from Nelson Airport (NSN) to central Nelson
Nelson Airport to central Nelson is about 2 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Nelson Airport (NSN)
Right now, RM4,144 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Nelson Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM7,980. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to NSN. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your London to Nelson Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from London to Nelson Airport (NSN)
June is the most popular month for flights from London to Nelson Airport (NSN). Visit Nelson in April for a quieter experience.
When booking your London to NSN plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Nelson, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from London to Nelson Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Nelson
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Nelson right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from London to Nelson Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Centre of New Zealand, Helibike Nelson and Maitai Esplanade are popular attractions which should feature on any good Nelson itinerary.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've done Nelson, now it's time to discover other corners of New Zealand. Travel about 129 kilometres east to Wellington to tick off its top attractions. From Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa) to Hobbit's Hideaway and Wellington Botanic Gardens, your itinerary will be busy.
Christchurch is another sought-after destination in New Zealand and is around 274 kilometres south of Nelson. No journey is complete without visiting Mount Herbert/Te Ahu Patiki, Purau Bay and The Monument Track (North).