Fly private between Nelson and Wellington from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Nelson (NSN) to Wellington (WLG) and Wellington to Nelson — timed and priced alike.
Nelson and Wellington lie approximately 132 km apart (82 mi / 71 nm) on a direct routing.
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Guide pricing for Nelson–Wellington spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (NZD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 40 min | 36 min – 44 min | NZ$13,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 35 min | 32 min – 39 min | NZ$15,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (NZD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 40 min | NZ$13,000 – NZ$18,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 39 min | NZ$15,000 – NZ$20,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (NZD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 35 min | NZ$15,000 – NZ$22,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 35 min | NZ$17,000 – NZ$24,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 34 min | NZ$19,000 – NZ$26,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Nelson–Wellington charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Nelson, New Zealand: Nelson Airport.
Wellington, New Zealand: Wellington International Airport.
| Nelson Airport | Wellington International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | NZNS / NSN | NZWN / WLG |
| Longest hard runway | 4,420 ft | 6,352 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 17 ft | 41 ft |
The shorter runway on this pairing is 4,420 ft at Nelson Airport, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 2,920 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,635 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 2,420 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,535 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 1,220 ft spare |
2,180 km 2,015 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 1,520 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,245 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 1,420 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,735 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 2,920 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,815 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 3,220 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,315 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 920 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,535 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 1,142 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,485 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 220 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,735 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 1,156 ft short |
4,600 km 4,435 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 510 ft short |
5,926 km 5,761 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 480 ft short |
6,400 km 6,235 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 272 ft short |
7,220 km 7,055 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 1,020 ft short |
7,400 km 7,235 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 880 ft short |
7,800 km 7,635 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 370 ft short |
7,400 km 7,235 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,580 ft short |
14,260 km 14,095 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 1,380 ft short |
11,112 km 10,947 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,580 ft short |
12,960 km 12,795 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 380 ft short |
11,945 km 11,780 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Woodbourne Airport (4,675 ft, 59 km) · Motueka Airport (2,562 ft, 28 km) · Picton Aerodrome · Eves Valley Heliport · Paraparaumu Airport (4,429 ft, 49 km) · Martinborough Airport · Marlborough Sounds Water Aerodrome · Queens Wharf Heliport
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from Nelson to Wellington.
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
Every aircraft and crew we place is from a certified, audited operator. You fly with professionals, not unknowns.
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
The Nelson to Wellington route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 40 min gate to gate over 132 km (82 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Nelson–Wellington departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Wellington to Nelson runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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