Originair

We are excited to be partnering with Nelson Airport New Zealand for this promotion by providing flights from Wellington to Nelson & return for the Ciderfest!

Looking for something to eat before you leave Nelson or when you arrive? Check out Marty's Meats Smash Burgers, they are located just before the barrier arms at Nelson Airport. Great fresh burgers, chips etc and friendly staff.

Enjoy sitting at their picnic tables in the sunshine before leaving or when you arrive. Lovely, relaxing atmosphere.

NEW CAR RENTAL PARTNERSHIP

We are proud to announce a new partnership with Cross Country Rentals, making the fly, drive experience even easier.

As an Originair passenger you can save 15% on Cross Country rental vehicles from Palmerston North, and Christchurch.

Simply book through their website using promo code ORIGIN and then present your valid eticket when collecting your vehicle on your day of travel.

Fly with Originair, Drive with Cross Country.

Travel further with two proudly New Zealand owned businesses.

Whether you are travelling for business or visiting family and friends, this will help get you from the airport to when you need to be.

We have teamed up with the Palmerston North City Council to provide flights for their Win a Weekend in Palmy promotion, follow the link below to complete the entry form to enter.

🌟 WIN A WEEKEND IN PALMY! 🌟

Dreaming of a getaway? We're giving one lucky winner the chance to experience the ultimate Palmy escape for two, with a prize package valued at $3,500!

Your prize includes:
✈️ Return flights from Nelson to Palmerston North with Originair
🚗 Rental car
🏡 Two-night stay in a Super King Suite at Hiwinui Estate
🎟️ Two tickets to Salud!
💆 Two one-hour massages
♨️ One-hour private hot pool experience at The Lakehouse Retreat
🍳 Cooked breakfast each morning
🍽️ Dinner at Little Savanna

From indulgent dining and relaxation to local experiences and city vibes, this is your chance to discover why there's so much to love about Palmy.

👉 Enter now via our online entry form: https://www.pncc.govt.nz/Online-forms/Win-a-weekend-in-Palmy?transfer=50fedb78-3435-4921-8573-36a020d1d2f1

💬 Tag the person you'd bring along for the perfect weekend away!

📅 Entries close 25 September 2026
🎉 Winner drawn 29 September 2026

Don't miss your chance to win this incredible $3,500 getaway package!

Win a weekend in Palmy Dreaming of a getaway? We're giving one lucky couple the chance to experience the ultimate Palmy escape for two, with a prize package valued at $3,500.

*** One off charter repositioning flight see below for details. ***

TOMORROW, Tuesday 15 September
Wellington to Nelson departing at 9.10am

✈️ Jump on our quick flight across the Strait and be in sunny Nelson for morning tea. 🌞 fares starting at only $99!!

Book now at

Originair - NZ Airline Experience seamless travel with Originair. Enjoy the comfort of an 18-seat aircraft, a professional 2-pilot crew, and convenient schedules. Perfect for group travel, business trips, and private charters.

We recently ran a promotion with New World Westport to win your airfare back in New World vouchers.

We have drawn the winner, and she collected her voucher today.

Congratulations to Anne Kilkolly, and thanks to New World Westport! What a fantastic prize.

Have you spotted our banner with the friendly team at New World Westport? 🛒✈️

To celebrate our connection with the Buller region, we’re giving you the chance to BE IN TO WIN your airfare back in a New World Gift Card!

Book and fly on any Originair route between Westport ⇄ Wellington before 29th August 2026 to automatically enter the draw. (Conditions apply)

This route is a vital lifeline connecting our community to the capital and beyond for essential healthcare, business, and travel.

👉 Book your flights now: https://originair.co.nz/

What’s your main reason for flying this route—business, health, family, or travel? Let us know below! 👇

1 in 3 Kiwis will receive a cancer diagnosis in their lifetime, and every day, 81 New Zealanders hear the words, "you have cancer." Together, we can help ensure no one has to face cancer alone. 💛

This August, Originair is proud to support Cancer Society Nelson Tasman for Daffodil Day. Every dollar raised stays right here in our community, helping fund vital services including support groups, counselling, grocery and petrol vouchers, rehabilitation programmes, and education on cancer risk reduction and early detection.

If you're flying with us to or from Nelson this month, you can drop your spare change into the donation box at the Nelson Airport check-in counter until Daffodil Day on 28 August. You can also scan the QR code on our check-in flyer to make a donation online.

We're also donating two return flights between Nelson and Wellington to support the Nelson Vintage Car Club Daffodil Rally for Cancer Show & Shine Raffle.

Pictured here are our Customer Service Manager, Tania, and Pilot, Kaleb, ready to welcome you. Every donation helps make a difference—let's get behind this great local cause. 🌼✈️