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

Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers 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 46% 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 December 2025.

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.

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09:25 - 07:50

NSN

SYD

24h 25m1 stop

07:45 - 14:30

SYD

NSN

28h 45m1 stop

$832Air New Zealand

Sun, 18 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan

17:45 - 08:45

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SYD

17h 00m1 stop

07:45 - 18:35

SYD

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8h 50m1 stop

$854Air New Zealand

Mon, 19 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb

17:45 - 08:45

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SYD

17h 00m1 stop

07:45 - 18:35

SYD

NSN

8h 50m1 stop

$855Air New Zealand

Mon, 19 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb

07:45 - 12:40

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SYD

6h 55m1 stop

19:15 - 09:30

SYD

NSN

12h 15m1 stop

$890Air New Zealand

Mon, 19 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb

11:55 - 21:00

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SYD

11h 05m1 stop

21:45 - 19:05

SYD

NSN

19h 20m2 stops

$891Multiple Airlines

Sun, 18 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan

06:40 - 07:50

NSN

SYD

27h 10m1 stop

07:45 - 20:45

SYD

NSN

11h 00m2 stops

$896Air New Zealand

Mon, 19 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb

06:40 - 07:50

NSN

SYD

27h 10m1 stop

17:55 - 09:10

SYD

NSN

13h 15m2 stops

$909Air New Zealand

Mon, 19 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb

12:00 - 21:30

NSN

SYD

11h 30m2 stops

06:05 - 17:30

SYD

NSN

9h 25m2 stops

$1,253Qantas Airways

Mon, 19 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb

12:00 - 21:30

NSN

SYD

11h 30m2 stops

06:05 - 17:30

SYD

NSN

9h 25m2 stops

$1,256Qantas Airways

Mon, 19 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb

12:00 - 21:30

NSN

SYD

11h 30m2 stops

06:05 - 17:30

SYD

NSN

9h 25m2 stops

$1,259Qantas Airways

Mon, 19 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb

Air New Zealand flights from Nelson to Sydney

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Air New Zealand

18 Jan

NSN09:25Nelson

24h 25m

1 stop

SYD07:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

25 Jan

SYD07:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 45m

1 stop

NSN14:30Nelson

$832

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Air New Zealand

19 Jan

NSN17:45Nelson

17h 00m

1 stop

SYD08:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

1 Feb

SYD07:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

8h 50m

1 stop

NSN18:35Nelson

$854

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Air New Zealand

19 Jan

NSN17:45Nelson

17h 00m

1 stop

SYD08:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

1 Feb

SYD07:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

8h 50m

1 stop

NSN18:35Nelson

$855

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Qantas Airways flights from Nelson to Sydney

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Qantas Airways

19 Jan

NSN12:00Nelson

11h 30m

2 stops

SYD21:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

1 Feb

SYD06:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

9h 25m

2 stops

NSN17:30Nelson

$1,253

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Qantas Airways

19 Jan

NSN12:00Nelson

11h 30m

2 stops

SYD21:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

1 Feb

SYD06:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

9h 25m

2 stops

NSN17:30Nelson

$1,256

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Qantas Airways

19 Jan

NSN12:00Nelson

11h 30m

2 stops

SYD21:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

1 Feb

SYD06:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

9h 25m

2 stops

NSN17:30Nelson

$1,259

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NSN - SYD

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Nelson

Sun 18/1

09:25-07:50

1 stop24h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 25/1

07:45-14:30

1 stop28h 45m

$832

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Mon 19/1

17:45-08:45

1 stop17h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/2

07:45-18:35

1 stop8h 50m

$854

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Mon 19/1

17:45-08:45

1 stop17h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/2

07:45-18:35

1 stop8h 50m

$855

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Mon 19/1

07:45-12:40

1 stop6h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/2

19:15-09:30

1 stop12h 15m

$890

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Sun 18/1

11:55-21:00

1 stop11h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 25/1

21:45-19:05

2 stops19h 20m

$891

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Mon 19/1

06:40-07:50

1 stop27h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/2

07:45-20:45

2 stops11h 00m

$896

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Mon 19/1

06:40-07:50

1 stop27h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/2

17:55-09:10

2 stops13h 15m

$909

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Mon 19/1

12:00-21:30

2 stops11h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/2

06:05-17:30

2 stops9h 25m

$1,253

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Mon 19/1

12:00-21:30

2 stops11h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/2

06:05-17:30

2 stops9h 25m

$1,256

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Mon 19/1

12:00-21:30

2 stops11h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/2

06:05-17:30

2 stops9h 25m

$1,259

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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 $579. If you aren’t able to travel to Sydney during the month of August, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $648.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Sydney?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Sydney is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from Nelson to Sydney in the morning for as low as $873. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at midday when prices are $1,388 on average. Flights to Sydney from Nelson at midday are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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.

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Fastest flight time	24h 25m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Nelson to Sydney takes 24h 25m

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

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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 6h 55m.
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 December 2025.
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

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $566	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 549 reviews		Search Air New Zealand flights

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Wollongong

Terrigal

Katoomba

Penrith

Lithgow

Leura

Manly

Bondi Beach

Coogee

Cronulla

Randwick

Charlestown

Newport

Swansea

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