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 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.

$328 Cheap Flights from Nelson to Sydney in 2026

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09:30 - 17:05NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

9h 35m1 stop Christchurch

19:20 - 15:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

18h 25m1 stop Auckland Intl

$775Air New Zealand

Mon, 14 Sep - Tue, 22 Sep

09:30 - 08:10NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 40m1 stop Christchurch

19:20 - 16:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

19h 35m1 stop Auckland Intl

$814Air New Zealand

Fri, 18 Sep - Tue, 22 Sep

14:55 - 21:50NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

8h 55m2 stops Wellington Auckland Intl

19:20 - 10:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

13h 15m1 stop Auckland Intl

$828Air New Zealand

Mon, 14 Sep - Tue, 22 Sep

12:10 - 17:05NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

6h 55m1 stop Christchurch

19:20 - 08:05SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

10h 45m1 stop Auckland Intl

$831Air New Zealand

Mon, 14 Sep - Tue, 22 Sep

06:15 - 17:45NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

13h 30m1 stop Wellington

19:20 - 08:05SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

10h 45m1 stop Auckland Intl

$832Air New Zealand

Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct

16:20 - 08:45NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

18h 25m2 stops Wellington Auckland Intl

19:20 - 12:20SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

15h 00m1 stop Auckland Intl

$839Air New Zealand

Mon, 14 Sep - Tue, 22 Sep

15:00 - 07:50NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

18h 50m1 stop Wellington

19:25 - 16:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

19h 30m1 stop Auckland Intl

$855Air New Zealand

Sat, 26 Dec - Fri, 15 Jan

06:30 - 13:15NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

8h 45m1 stop Auckland Intl

19:20 - 09:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

12h 15m1 stop Auckland Intl

$859Air New Zealand

Tue, 6 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct

16:20 - 07:50NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

17h 30m1 stop Wellington

07:30 - 19:15SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

9h 45m2 stops Auckland Intl Wellington

$860Air New Zealand

Sat, 26 Dec - Fri, 15 Jan

06:30 - 13:15NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

8h 45m1 stop Auckland Intl

19:20 - 10:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

12h 50m2 stops Auckland Intl Wellington

$862Air New Zealand

Tue, 6 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct

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Air New Zealand flights from Nelson to Sydney

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Air New Zealand

14 Sept

NSN09:30Nelson

9h 35m

1 stop

SYD17:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

22 Sept

SYD19:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

18h 25m

1 stop

NSN15:45Nelson

$775

Air New Zealand

18 Sept

NSN09:30Nelson

24h 40m

1 stop

SYD08:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

22 Sept

SYD19:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

19h 35m

1 stop

NSN16:55Nelson

$814

Air New Zealand

14 Sept

NSN14:55Nelson

8h 55m

2 stops

SYD21:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

22 Sept

SYD19:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

13h 15m

1 stop

NSN10:35Nelson

$828

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Mon 14/9

09:30-17:05

1 stop9h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 22/9

19:20-15:45

1 stop18h 25m

$775

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NSN Nelson - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

NSNSYD

Nelson

Fri 18/9

09:30-08:10

1 stop24h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 22/9

19:20-16:55

1 stop19h 35m

$814

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NSN Nelson - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

NSNSYD

Nelson

Mon 14/9

14:55-21:50

2 stops8h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 22/9

19:20-10:35

1 stop13h 15m

$828

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NSN Nelson - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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Nelson

Mon 14/9

12:10-17:05

1 stop6h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 22/9

19:20-08:05

1 stop10h 45m

$831

NelsonSydney

NSN Nelson - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

NSNSYD

Nelson

Wed 7/10

06:15-17:45

1 stop13h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 14/10

19:20-08:05

1 stop10h 45m

$832

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NSN Nelson - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

NSNSYD

Nelson

Mon 14/9

16:20-08:45

2 stops18h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 22/9

19:20-12:20

1 stop15h 00m

$839

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NSN Nelson - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

NSNSYD

Nelson

Sat 26/12

15:00-07:50

1 stop18h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 15/1

19:25-16:55

1 stop19h 30m

$855

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NSN Nelson - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

NSNSYD

Nelson

Tue 6/10

06:30-13:15

1 stop8h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 13/10

19:20-09:35

1 stop12h 15m

$859

NelsonSydney

NSN Nelson - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

NSNSYD

Nelson

Sat 26/12

16:20-07:50

1 stop17h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 15/1

07:30-19:15

2 stops9h 45m

$860

NelsonSydney

NSN Nelson - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

NSNSYD

Nelson

Tue 6/10

06:30-13:15

1 stop8h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 13/10

19:20-10:10

2 stops12h 50m

$862

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

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $746 to $899.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $775.

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 $537. If you aren’t able to travel to Sydney during the month of October, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $699.

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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Best price found	$328
Fastest flight time	8h 45m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Sydney from Nelson in the past 72 hours is $328. The best return flight deal from Nelson to Sydney found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $775.

The fastest flight from Nelson to Sydney takes 8h 45m

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 8h 45m.
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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