What is the cheapest airline that flies from Nelson to Sydney Kingsford Smith?

Air New Zealand is the most popular carrier operating from Nelson to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Which airlines fly to Sydney?

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Sydney from Nelson according to our data. Air New Zealand is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Sydney. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Sydney on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Nelson Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

Prices for flights from Nelson Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Nelson Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Nelson Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport is 1 as of January 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Nelson Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Nelson Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$249 Cheap Flights from Nelson to Sydney in 2026

1 adult

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names, great deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customise your results.

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

Find the cheapest flights from Nelson to Sydney

Round-trip

One-way

Cheap return flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

17:30 - 07:50

NSN

SYD

16h 20m

1 stop

07:45 - 19:35

SYD

NSN

9h 50m

2 stops

$538Air New Zealand

Sat, 14 Mar - Sat, 28 Mar

17:30 - 07:50

NSN

SYD

16h 20m

1 stop

17:55 - 09:00

SYD

NSN

13h 05m

1 stop

$546Air New Zealand

Sat, 14 Mar - Sat, 28 Mar

19:05 - 08:45

NSN

SYD

15h 40m

1 stop

17:55 - 09:00

SYD

NSN

13h 05m

1 stop

$550Air New Zealand

Fri, 12 Jun - Fri, 19 Jun

10:40 - 17:40

NSN

SYD

9h 00m

1 stop

17:55 - 08:55

SYD

NSN

13h 00m

1 stop

$559Air New Zealand

Wed, 25 Feb - Wed, 4 Mar

16:20 - 08:45

NSN

SYD

18h 25m

2 stops

17:55 - 12:40

SYD

NSN

16h 45m

2 stops

$561Air New Zealand

Fri, 12 Jun - Fri, 19 Jun

16:15 - 21:45

NSN

SYD

7h 30m

1 stop

17:55 - 09:10

SYD

NSN

13h 15m

2 stops

$568Air New Zealand

Wed, 25 Feb - Wed, 4 Mar

13:45 - 21:45

NSN

SYD

10h 00m

2 stops

07:45 - 19:35

SYD

NSN

9h 50m

2 stops

$577Air New Zealand

Sat, 14 Mar - Sat, 28 Mar

14:35 - 21:45

NSN

SYD

9h 10m

2 stops

07:45 - 19:35

SYD

NSN

9h 50m

2 stops

$643Air New Zealand

Wed, 25 Feb - Wed, 4 Mar

17:30 - 07:50

NSN

SYD

16h 20m

1 stop

19:15 - 14:30

SYD

NSN

17h 15m

1 stop

$710Air New Zealand

Wed, 28 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb

17:30 - 07:50

NSN

SYD

16h 20m

1 stop

18:50 - 08:45

SYD

NSN

11h 55m

1 stop

$713Air New Zealand

Sat, 31 Jan - Fri, 6 Feb

Qantas Airways flights from Nelson to Sydney

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Nelson to Sydney flight tickets

Qantas Airways

28 May

NSN14:50Nelson

8h 00m

1 stop

SYD20:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

29 May

SYD18:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

22h 35m

1 stop

NSN19:20Nelson

$726

Qantas Airways

28 May

NSN14:50Nelson

8h 00m

1 stop

SYD20:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

29 May

SYD18:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

22h 35m

1 stop

NSN19:20Nelson

$787

Qantas Airways

28 May

NSN14:50Nelson

8h 00m

1 stop

SYD20:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

29 May

SYD06:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

12h 25m

2 stops

NSN20:25Nelson

$865

Air New Zealand flights from Nelson to Sydney

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Nelson to Sydney flight tickets

Air New Zealand

14 Mar

NSN17:30Nelson

16h 20m

1 stop

SYD07:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

28 Mar

SYD07:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

9h 50m

2 stops

NSN19:35Nelson

$538

Air New Zealand

14 Mar

NSN17:30Nelson

16h 20m

1 stop

SYD07:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

28 Mar

SYD17:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

13h 05m

1 stop

NSN09:00Nelson

$546

Air New Zealand

12 June

NSN19:05Nelson

15h 40m

1 stop

SYD08:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

19 June

SYD17:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

13h 05m

1 stop

NSN09:00Nelson

$550

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Sat 14/3

17:30-07:50

1 stop16h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 28/3

07:45-19:35

2 stops9h 50m

$538

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Sat 14/3

17:30-07:50

1 stop16h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 28/3

17:55-09:00

1 stop13h 05m

$546

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Fri 12/6

19:05-08:45

1 stop15h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 19/6

17:55-09:00

1 stop13h 05m

$550

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Wed 25/2

10:40-17:40

1 stop9h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/3

17:55-08:55

1 stop13h 00m

$559

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Fri 12/6

16:20-08:45

2 stops18h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 19/6

17:55-12:40

2 stops16h 45m

$561

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Wed 25/2

16:15-21:45

1 stop7h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/3

17:55-09:10

2 stops13h 15m

$568

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Sat 14/3

13:45-21:45

2 stops10h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 28/3

07:45-19:35

2 stops9h 50m

$577

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Wed 25/2

14:35-21:45

2 stops9h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/3

07:45-19:35

2 stops9h 50m

$643

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Wed 28/1

17:30-07:50

1 stop16h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/2

19:15-14:30

1 stop17h 15m

$710

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Sat 31/1

17:30-07:50

1 stop16h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/2

18:50-08:45

1 stop11h 55m

$713

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Nelson to Sydney

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

Prices

Airlines

What is the cheapest month to fly to Sydney?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sydney from Nelson, with most prices found around $572. If you aren’t able to travel to Sydney during the month of August, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $687.

How have Nelson to Sydney flight prices changed over time?

When to book flights from Nelson to Sydney

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Nelson to Sydney according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

Estimated return price

Cheap Nelson to Sydney (NSN to SYD) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Nelson to Sydney

Fastest flight time	8h 00m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Nelson to Sydney takes 8h 00m

There are no direct flights from Nelson to Sydney. There are no popular flight routes from Nelson to Sydney.

Search flight deals

How far is Nelson to Sydney Kingsford Smith by plane?
There are 2103.0 km between Nelson and Sydney Kingsford Smith. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 8h 00m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Nelson Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
Prices for flights from Nelson Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Nelson Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Nelson Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport is 1 as of January 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Nelson Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Nelson Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Nelson to Sydney?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Nelson and Sydney, the leading airline is Air New Zealand, making up 100% of the total bookings.

Best airlines flying from Nelson to Sydney

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Nelson to Sydney with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $560	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 570 reviews		Search Air New Zealand flights

Parramatta

Wollongong

Penrith

Terrigal

Katoomba

Lithgow

Leura

Manly

Bondi Beach

Coogee

Cronulla

Randwick

Charlestown

Newport

Swansea

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Nelson to Sydney?

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Sydney from Nelson.

Can I find flights from Nelson to Sydney with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from Nelson to Sydney with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

How can momondo help me find flights from Nelson to Sydney?

momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to Sydney from Nelson. Filter by price, airline, airports, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Nelson to Sydney right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Sydney from Nelson. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.