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Scheduled Flights

Golden Bay Air scheduled flights route map between Wellington and Takaka, Nelson and Takaka, Karamea and Takaka and Karamea and Nelson

Our Flight Routes

Golden Bay Air operates year-round scheduled flights between Wellington, Karamea, Nelson and Takaka in Golden Bay—a hidden corner of New Zealand, rich in history, the arts and extraordinary natural beauty.

Our routes are amongst the most scenic in Aotearoa New Zealand. Departing Wellington the intricate Marlborough Sounds spread out beneath you, from Karamea you track through the peaks of Kahurangi National Park, and from Nelson you'll fly over golden sand beaches of Abel Tasman National Park.

Flying at the perfect height for great viewing, you can wear a two-way headset to listen to the pilot's route commentary and chat with other passengers.

So come fly with us—it's not just the destination—it’s also the journey...

Select a route below to view our schedule:

Wellington⇄Takaka Scheduled Flights

Experience breathtaking views on Golden Bay Air’s 60-minute flight between Wellington and Takaka. Connect seamlessly to daily flights to Karamea and shuttle services to the Heaphy Track and Abel Tasman National Park. Rental cars available at Takaka Airport.

Download Wellington-Takaka Schedule

Wellington→Takaka
Period Depart Arrive Days
1 May-2 Jun 9:30am 10:40am Mo Tu Sa
3:30pm 4:40pm We Th Fr Su
3 Jun-4 Aug 9:00am 10:10am Mo Tu
3:30pm 4:40pm Th Fr Su
5 Aug-1 Sep   –   – No Flights
2 Sep-28 Sep 9:00am 10:10am Mo Tu Sa
4:30pm 5:40pm We Th Fr Su
29 Sep-13 Oct 9:00am 10:10am Mo Tu Sa
5:30pm 6:40pm We Th Fr Su
14 Oct-18 Dec 9:00am 10:10am Mo Tu Th Sa
6:00pm 7:10pm We Th Fr Su
19 Dec-5 Jan 9:00am 10:10am Mo Tu Th Fr Sa Su
6:00pm 7:10pm Mo Th Fr Sa Su
6 Jan-17 Mar 9:00am 10:10am Mo Tu Th Fr Sa
6:00pm 7:10pm Mo We Th Fr Su
18 Mar-6 Apr 9:00am 10:10am Mo Tu Fr Sa
5:30pm 6:40pm Mo We Th Fr Su
7 Apr-30 Apr 9:00am 10:10am Mo Tu Fr Sa
4:00pm 5:10pm We Th Fr Su
Takaka→Wellington
Period Depart Arrive Days
1 May-2 Jun 8:00am 9:00am Mo Tu Sa
2:00pm 3:00pm We Th Fr Su
3 Jun-4 Aug 8:00am 9:00am Mo Tu
2:00pm 3:00pm Th Fr Su
5 Aug-1 Sep   –   – No Flights
2 Sep-28 Sep 7:30am 8:30am Mo Tu Sa
3:00pm 4:00pm We Th Fr Su
29 Sep-13 Oct 7:30am 8:30am Mo Tu Sa
4:00pm 5:00pm We Th Fr Su
14 Oct-18 Dec 7:30am 8:30am Mo Tu Th Sa
4:30pm 5:30pm We Th Fr Su
19 Dec-5 Jan 7:30am 8:30am Mo Tu Th Fr Sa Su
4:30pm 5:30pm Mo Th Fr Sa Su
6 Jan-17 Mar 7:30am 8:30am Mo Tu Th Fr Sa
4:30pm 5:30pm Mo We Th Fr Su
18 Mar-6 Apr 7:30am 8:30am Mo Tu Fr Sa
4:00pm 5:00pm Mo We Th Fr Su
7 Apr-30 Apr 7:30am 8:30am Mo Tu Fr Sa
2:30pm 3:30pm We Th Fr Su
Fares and Baggage
Standard
Adult Child (2-11yr) Infant (<2yr)
$239pp $199pp Free
  • Baggage Allowance 7kg. Excess baggage can be added for $3 per kg at time of booking or $5 per kg if added at check-in, subject to availability
  • Fares $20 additional on and around public holidays

Nelson⇄Takaka Scheduled Flights

Our scheduled flights between Nelson and Takaka route provide a convenient and scenic connection with other regions and services, including our own Heaphy Track, Abel Tasman and shuttle services. Rental cars available at Takaka Airport.

Nelson→Takaka
Period Depart Arrive Days
1 May-4 Aug 9:40am 10:10am We Th Fr Su
3:20pm 3:50pm Mo Tu Sa
5 Aug-1 Sep   –   – On demand
2 Sep-13 Oct 9:40am 10:10am We Th Fr Su
3:20pm 3:50pm Mo Tu Sa
14 Oct-18 Dec 9:40am 10:10am We Th Fr Su
3:20pm 3:50pm Daily
19 Dec-30 Apr 3:20pm 3:50pm Daily
Takaka→Nelson
Period Depart Arrive Days
1 May-4 Aug 8:40am 9:10am We Th Fr Su
2:20pm 2:50pm Mo Tu Sa
5 Aug-1 Sep   –   – On demand
2 Sep-13 Oct 8:40am 9:10am We Th Fr Su
2:20pm 2:50pm Mo Tu Sa
14 Oct-18 Dec 8:40am 9:10am We Th Fr Su
2:20pm 2:50pm Daily
19 Dec-30 Apr 2:20pm 2:50pm Daily
Fares and Baggage
Standard
$229
  • Minimum 2 fares per flight. Baggage Allowance 7kg. Excess baggage can be added for $3 per kg at time of booking or $5 per kg if added at check-in, subject to availability
$99 Specials! Available on selected Takaka➝Karamea flights. Check availability

Karamea⇄Takaka Scheduled Flights

Golden Bay Air flights between Takaka and Karamea are the quickest and most spectacular way to access remote Karamea. Connect with our shuttles on a Heaphy Track walking or biking adventure or explore untouched wilderness, including the famed Oparara. Takaka to Karamea flights are often available as flight specials.

Karamea→Takaka
Period Depart Arrive Days
1 May-4 Aug 1:00pm 1:30pm Th Fri Su
1:30pm 2:00pm Mo Tu We Sa
5 Aug-25 Aug    –    – On demand
26 Aug-30 Apr 1:30pm 2:00pm Daily
Takaka→Karamea
Period Depart Arrive Days
1 May-4 Aug 12:00pm 12:30pm Th Fri Su
12:30pm 1:00pm Mo Tu We Sa
5 Aug-25 Aug    –    – On demand
26 Aug-30 Apr 12:30pm 1:00pm Daily
Fares and Baggage
Standard
$249
  • Minimum 2 fares per flight. Baggage Allowance 7kg. Excess baggage can be added for $3 per kg at time of booking or $5 per kg if added at check-in, subject to availability
$99 Specials! Available on selected Takaka➝Karamea flights. Check availability

Karamea⇄Nelson Scheduled Flights

Fly between Karamea and Nelson with incredible views over the Kahurangi National Park. These flights combine with our Nelson shuttles to Brown Hut to provide convenient return transport for Heaphy Track walkers and bikers

Karamea→Nelson
Period Depart Arrive Days
1 May-4 Aug 1:30pm 2:50pm Mo Tu Sa
5 Aug-1 Sep    –    – On demand
2 Sep-13 Oct 1:30pm 2:50pm Mo Tu Sa
14 Oct-30 Apr 1:30pm 2:50pm Daily
Nelson→Karamea
Period Depart Arrive Days
1 May-4 Aug 9:40am 12:30pm We Th Fr Su
5 Aug-1 Sep    –    – On demand
2 Sep-18 Dec 9:40am 1:00pm We Th Fr Su
19 Dec-30 Apr    –    – On demand
Fares and Baggage
Standard Thru Fare Saver
$478 $399
  • Minimum 2 fares per flight. Baggage Allowance 7kg. Excess baggage can be added for $3 per kg at time of booking or $5 per kg if added at check-in, subject to availability
$99 Specials! Available on selected Nelson➝Takaka and Takaka➝Karamea flights. Check availability

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Testimonials

"Awesome service from these guys. Very professional team with great local knowledge. I recommend GBA for any flights from Wellington into and around the top of the South."
Craig, Kapiti Coast

"Awesome job by Golden Bay Air to organise a group trip (mainly out of Wellington) for the weekend to mountain bike the Heaphy. "
Matt, Wellington

"To have a direct link to our capital city is invaluable to Golden Bay...love it! Quick and easy booking and always friendly service 😉👍"
Neville, Takaka

An excellent scenic tour, the pilot was knowledgeable, personable, and keen to make sure we had a good experience. We enjoyed it very much and would strongly recommend it."
Simon, Auckland

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