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Why spend more when you can save? Enjoy discounts of up to 45% on drive-up prices by booking your airport parking at Nelson online with Parkhero. Our platform allows you to search, compare, and find the best deals on a variety of off-site parking options at Nelson Airport.
Whether you need short-term or long-term parking, covered or uncovered, booking online is the best way to secure your spot. The earlier you reserve, the more you can save. Parkhero offers a range of excellent value parking solutions to fit all budgets and durations.
Choose from convenient park-and-ride shuttle services that will take you to your terminal and back, or opt for parking facilities within easy walking distance to the airport. Pre-booking your parking online is quick and easy, taking just 3 minutes through our secure checkout - no account 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: 2 - 3 min | Info |
| Main Car Park | $136.00 | Walk: 1 - 2 min | Info |
Rates may change without notice, but were accurate at publication. Shown rates include online and drive-up options, which may vary at booking. Compare car parks above or check Nelson Airport's official website for the latest 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.
Nelson Airport offers two on-site parking options: the Value Car Park and the Main Car Park, along with a designated Drop-Off Lane (P2). Parking cannot be reserved in advance, but there are plenty of spaces available. Payment can be made on arrival using one of three convenient payment methods.
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 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 at Nelson Airport 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 for 7 days.
The P2 Drop-Off Lane 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 car parks for free, for 15 minutes.
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.
