Flying from Tauranga City Airport (TRG) to Nelson Airport (NSN): what you need to know
Your TRG to NSN flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak month like March? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tauranga City Airport (TRG) to Nelson Airport (NSN)
$147 is the lowest price for a one-way Tauranga City Airport to Nelson Airport flight. Return flights start from $329. These prices may change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from TRG to NSN if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from Tauranga City Airport to Nelson Airport.
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Handy information about Tauranga City Airport (TRG)
When it comes to Tauranga City Airport's on-time performance, 66.1% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Tauranga City Airport from central Tauranga, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near TRG. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Tauranga City Airport to Nelson Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Nelson Airport (NSN)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Tauranga City Airport to Nelson Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near NSN instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Nelson Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from GO Rentals, Ezi or Snap to explore Nelson and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Nelson Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Nelson Airport (NSN) to central Nelson
Nelson Airport is approximately 2 kilometres from central Nelson. The drive time takes around 5 minutes.
It takes roughly 20 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Nelson Airport (NSN)
June is the busiest month for flights from Tauranga City Airport to Nelson Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Nelson in April.
The warmest month in Nelson is January, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your flights from Tauranga City Airport to Nelson Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from TRG to NSN in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of New Zealand
Nelson is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand waiting to be discovered. About 121 kilometres east of Nelson, a visit to Wellington will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
Around 274 kilometres south of Nelson, Christchurch is another essential stop in New Zealand. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Little River Rail Station, The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.
