Which airlines fly to Sydney?

Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Sydney from Nelson according to our data. Qantas Airways is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Sydney. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Sydney on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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 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.

$303 Cheap Flights from Nelson to Sydney in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Nelson and Sydney?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $801 to $751. The lowest price recently found on this route was $632.

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14:55 - 08:45

NSN

SYD

19h 50m

2 stops

09:10 - 17:10

SYD

NSN

6h 00m

1 stop

$632Air New Zealand

Tue, 1 Sep - Thu, 10 Sep

08:35 - 21:50

NSN

SYD

15h 15m

1 stop

19:20 - 09:35

SYD

NSN

12h 15m

1 stop

$635Air New Zealand

Tue, 1 Sep - Thu, 10 Sep

16:15 - 21:50

NSN

SYD

7h 35m

1 stop

07:50 - 16:55

SYD

NSN

7h 05m

1 stop

$639Air New Zealand

Fri, 19 Jun - Sun, 21 Jun

10:05 - 21:50

NSN

SYD

13h 45m

1 stop

17:55 - 09:00

SYD

NSN

13h 05m

1 stop

$640Air New Zealand

Wed, 10 Jun - Mon, 15 Jun

16:20 - 21:50

NSN

SYD

7h 30m

2 stops

19:20 - 09:10

SYD

NSN

11h 50m

2 stops

$643Air New Zealand

Tue, 1 Sep - Thu, 10 Sep

08:35 - 08:45

NSN

SYD

26h 10m

1 stop

07:50 - 19:20

SYD

NSN

9h 30m

2 stops

$663Air New Zealand

Wed, 10 Jun - Mon, 15 Jun

19:05 - 21:50

NSN

SYD

28h 45m

1 stop

07:50 - 20:05

SYD

NSN

10h 15m

2 stops

$702Air New Zealand

Fri, 19 Jun - Sun, 21 Jun

13:10 - 21:50

NSN

SYD

10h 40m

2 stops

07:50 - 20:45

SYD

NSN

10h 55m

2 stops

$705Air New Zealand

Wed, 10 Jun - Mon, 15 Jun

09:30 - 08:10

NSN

SYD

24h 40m

1 stop

19:20 - 08:05

SYD

NSN

10h 45m

1 stop

$747Air New Zealand

Thu, 4 Jun - Tue, 9 Jun

16:20 - 08:45

NSN

SYD

18h 25m

2 stops

19:20 - 11:20

SYD

NSN

14h 00m

1 stop

$768Air New Zealand

Thu, 4 Jun - Tue, 9 Jun

Air New Zealand flights from Nelson to Sydney

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

Air New Zealand

1 Sept

NSN14:55Nelson

19h 50m

2 stops

SYD08:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

10 Sept

SYD09:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

6h 00m

1 stop

NSN17:10Nelson

$632

Air New Zealand

1 Sept

NSN08:35Nelson

15h 15m

1 stop

SYD21:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

10 Sept

SYD19:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

12h 15m

1 stop

NSN09:35Nelson

$635

Air New Zealand

19 June

NSN16:15Nelson

7h 35m

1 stop

SYD21:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

21 June

SYD07:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

7h 05m

1 stop

NSN16:55Nelson

$639

Qantas Airways flights from Nelson to Sydney

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Nelson to Sydney flight tickets

Qantas Airways

31 July

NSN12:10Nelson

8h 00m

1 stop

SYD18:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

4 Aug

SYD18:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

22h 35m

1 stop

NSN19:20Nelson

$822

Qantas Airways

31 July

NSN09:30Nelson

13h 00m

2 stops

SYD20:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

4 Aug

SYD07:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

7h 45m

1 stop

NSN16:55Nelson

$1,018

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NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Tue 1/9

14:55-08:45

2 stops19h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 10/9

09:10-17:10

1 stop6h 00m

$632

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Tue 1/9

08:35-21:50

1 stop15h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 10/9

19:20-09:35

1 stop12h 15m

$635

Fastest return journey

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Fri 19/6

16:15-21:50

1 stop7h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 21/6

07:50-16:55

1 stop7h 05m

$639

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Wed 10/6

10:05-21:50

1 stop13h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 15/6

17:55-09:00

1 stop13h 05m

$640

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Tue 1/9

16:20-21:50

2 stops7h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 10/9

19:20-09:10

2 stops11h 50m

$643

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Wed 10/6

08:35-08:45

1 stop26h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 15/6

07:50-19:20

2 stops9h 30m

$663

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Fri 19/6

19:05-21:50

1 stop28h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 21/6

07:50-20:05

2 stops10h 15m

$702

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Wed 10/6

13:10-21:50

2 stops10h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 15/6

07:50-20:45

2 stops10h 55m

$705

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Thu 4/6

09:30-08:10

1 stop24h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 9/6

19:20-08:05

1 stop10h 45m

$747

NelsonSydney

NSN - SYD

NSNSYD

Nelson

Thu 4/6

16:20-08:45

2 stops18h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 9/6

19:20-11:20

1 stop14h 00m

$768

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Nelson and Sydney?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Sydney?

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sydney from Nelson, with most prices found around $541. If you aren’t able to travel to Sydney during the month of October, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $645.

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Fastest flight time	5h 55m
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The fastest flight from Nelson to Sydney takes 5h 55m

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Nelson to Sydney

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 5h 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 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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