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Save up to 65% on drive-up prices by booking Airport Parking Nelson online. With Parkhero you can search, compare, and save on a range of off-site car parking Nelson Airport.
Whether you’re looking for short- or long-term uncovered or covered parking Nelson Airport, it's best to book online. The further in advance you reserve your space, the more you can save. There are many great value parking options to be found on Parkhero, for all budgets and timeframes.
Choose between park and ride shuttle services which take you to your terminal and back, or facilities within easy walking distance to the airport. Pre-booking Nelson car storage online is simple, and takes just two minutes with our secure checkout. No account is needed!
At Parkhero, we know that when it comes to finding the best parking at Nelson Airport, most people just want to book with a reliable, trustworthy, and affordable car park, to keep their vehicle safe and secure whilst they’re away. It is our mission to help travellers, not just in Nelson, but in all of New Zealand find exactly that.
| 🚘 | Number of car parks available | 2 |
| ✔️ | Best rated | Value Car Park |
| 💰 | Cheapest option | Value Car Park |
| 📏 | Closest to the airport | Main Car Park |
Nelson airport parking costs vary depending on the duration of your trip, the distance between the car park and the terminals, as well as if the car park is covered or open-air. No need to stress, though, we have you covered! We have accumulated all nelson airport parking rates for both short and long term parking at Nelson Airport. To get an accurate quote for your trip away, enter your travel dates into the search bar above, and viola, you will be presented with available car parks. If you are not ready to book yet, and would rather check on the prices offered, simply glance over the table below and find the car park that suits your budget and needs.
| Car Park | Cost per Week | Service + Travel Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Value Car Park | $112.00 | Walk: 5 min | - |
| Main Car Park | $136.00 | Walk: 2 - 5 min | - |
Please note that these rates are subject to change without notice, but were verified in June 2024. Compare car parks in Nelson in the search bar above, or consult the official Nelson Airport website to see the most updated rates.
As the fourth busiest airport in New Zealand, Nelson Airport offers travellers a range of car parks to book with, both on-site and off-site, covered and uncovered, and available for short or long-term parking. On-site car parks will be owned and operated by Nelson Airport and generally be more expensive than off-site car parks as they are in closer proximity to the airport terminals.
Off-site car parks, on the other hand, are operated by private companies are going to be more affordably priced, as they are not located on airport grounds. To make up for the distance, most, if not all off-site car parks offer complimentary shuttle transfers to and from Nelson airport.
Off-site parking, otherwise known as shuttle parking or ‘park and ride’, is one of the most economical ways to park your car when departing from the airport. All you have to do is book your space in advance online and then drive to the parking lot Nelson Airport before your flight.
You’ll then be asked to check in your car by showing the car park staff your Parkhero booking confirmation, and then board the shuttle bus to the airport. You’ll receive help with your luggage, and further instructions on where to meet the driver on your return to Nelson. The car parks that offer shuttle transfers also tend to offer the cheapest Nelson airport parking fees and be the most hassle-free option for airport parking!
Arrival: On the day of departure, simply drive to the address of the chosen car park. You can park your car here, and you will then be taken to the airport as quickly as possible in one of the shuttle buses from the car park.
Return: On the day of return, after landing, contact the car park by phone, then a shuttle bus will be driven to the airport to pick you up and take you back to the car park.
There are two on-site car parks at NSN Airport, the Value Parking Car Park and the Main Parking Car Park, plus the designated Drop Off Lane P2. If you would like to book your parking at any of these facilities, you will need to do so upon arrival at the car park. At present, it is not possible to reserve a parking space through Parkhero or online at the official Nelson Airport website. There are, however, plenty of spots and three payment options to choose from when paying upon arrival at the car park.
Arrival: You simply drive to the car park. On arrival, you can pay via Paywave or Credit Card by scanning your card at the machine by the entry gate. If you prefer to pay in cash, or with EFTPOS, take a ticket at the entry gate and insert that ticket at the entry gate. You may then pay for your ticket at the payment machine in front of the terminals with your choice of payment method. Be sure to keep the ticket somewhere safe whilst away, as you will need it to exit the car park upon your return.
Return: You walk back to the car park, get in your car and leave the car park using the same credit card or Paywave you entered the car park with. If you acquired a ticket on your entry into the car park, exit the car park by inserting that same ticket into the machine at the exit gate.
The Value Long Term Car Park is located off the main loop road, to the left of the airport, Value airport parking is an open air, budget facility comprising 250 spaces. There is limited lighting and basic CCTV coverage. If you are looking for on-site parking at Nelson airport, consider this as a budget-conscious option as it offers affordable Nelson airport parking rates. The car park is within walking distance of the airport terminals and has Nelson airport parking rates starting at $2.00 per hour, or part thereof up to $13.00 per day, and $75.00 per week.
The Main Car Park has approximately 500 parking bays in the uncovered Main Car Park, which is located within the main loop road. It is not the cheapest car park if you are looking for long term parking at Nelson airport, but it does have spaces that are sealed, well lit, and protected by good CCTV coverage. The Main Car Park is within walking distance of the terminal building, and fees start at $4.30 per hour, or part thereof, and extend up to $17.00 per day, and $119.00 a week.
Drop-Off Lane P2 is a designated area located in front of the terminal and is only for immediate drop offs as there is a 2 minute time limit.
Unfortunately, there is no valet parking at Nelson Airport at present.
If you are looking to drop off or pick-up passengers, you may utilize the designated drop-off lane directly in front of the terminal at Nelson Airport, located parallel to the Taxi lane. To use this lane, the driver must stay in the car, and keep the car on while passengers exit. If you would like a bit longer to say goodbye to or wait for your loved ones, you may park at any of the Nelson airport parkings for 15 minutes free. After 15 minutes, you will be charged $2.70 per hour at the Value car park, and $4.30 per hour at the main car park.
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While we’ve made every attempt to report on Nelson Airport parking fees accurately, prices do fluctuate over time and are subject to change without notice, but were accurate at the time of publication for 1 week (8 days). Please note that it is not possible to book official Nelson Airport parking through Parkhero at present.
