What is the cheapest airline that flies from New South Wales to Nelson?

Air New Zealand is the most popular carrier operating from New South Wales to Nelson

Which airlines fly to Nelson?

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Nelson from New South Wales according to our data. Air New Zealand is the first choice among our users, with 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Nelson. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Nelson on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New South Wales to Nelson Airport?

Prices for flights from New South Wales to Nelson Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New South Wales to Nelson Airport?

There is 1 operator available for flights from New South Wales to Nelson Airport as of October 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from New South Wales to Nelson Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New South Wales to Nelson Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nelson Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Nelson Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$389 Cheap Flights from New South Wales to Nelson in 2026/27

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09:55 - 18:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

6h 40m1 stop Auckland Intl

06:30 - 21:50NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

17h 20m1 stop Auckland Intl

$690Air New Zealand

Thu, 26 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec

18:15 - 09:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

12h 55m1 stop Wellington

14:35 - 07:50NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

19h 15m1 stop Christchurch

$723Air New Zealand

Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov

06:25 - 19:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

11h 25m1 stop Auckland Intl

14:35 - 10:40NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

22h 05m1 stop Christchurch

$769Multiple Airlines

Tue, 24 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

09:00 - 18:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

7h 35m1 stop Auckland Intl

17:45 - 07:50NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 05m1 stop Christchurch

$770Multiple Airlines

Sat, 6 Mar - Sat, 13 Mar

19:25 - 09:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

11h 45m2 stops Auckland Intl Wellington

11:05 - 21:50NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

12h 45m1 stop Auckland Intl

$792Air New Zealand

Thu, 26 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec

18:15 - 09:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

12h 55m1 stop Wellington

14:35 - 07:50NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

19h 15m1 stop Christchurch

$793Air New Zealand

Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov

07:30 - 20:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

11h 15m2 stops Auckland Intl Wellington

14:35 - 07:50NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

19h 15m1 stop Christchurch

$795Air New Zealand

Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov

07:30 - 18:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

9h 05m1 stop Auckland Intl

16:15 - 21:50NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

7h 35m1 stop Auckland Intl

$803Air New Zealand

Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

14:05 - 15:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

23h 40m1 stop Auckland Intl

19:05 - 08:35NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

15h 30m1 stop Auckland Intl

$805Air New Zealand

Fri, 6 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov

09:55 - 21:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

9h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl

19:20 - 09:45NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 25m1 stop Christchurch

$806Air New Zealand

Thu, 26 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

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Air New Zealand flights from New South Wales to Nelson

Our best Air New Zealand deals on New South Wales to Nelson flight tickets

Air New Zealand

26 Nov

SYD09:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

6h 40m

1 stop

NSN18:35Nelson

3 Dec

NSN06:30Nelson

17h 20m

1 stop

SYD21:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

$690

Air New Zealand

10 Nov

SYD18:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

12h 55m

1 stop

NSN09:10Nelson

17 Nov

NSN14:35Nelson

19h 15m

1 stop

SYD07:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

$723

Air New Zealand

26 Nov

SYD19:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

11h 45m

2 stops

NSN09:10Nelson

3 Dec

NSN11:05Nelson

12h 45m

1 stop

SYD21:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

$792

Qantas Airways flights from New South Wales to Nelson

Our best Qantas Airways deals on New South Wales to Nelson flight tickets

Qantas Airways

1 Mar

SYD09:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

7h 35m

1 stop

NSN19:15Nelson

5 Mar

NSN13:10Nelson

6h 30m

1 stop

SYD17:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

$900

Qantas Airways

1 Mar

SYD09:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

7h 35m

1 stop

NSN19:15Nelson

5 Mar

NSN13:10Nelson

6h 30m

1 stop

SYD17:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,014

Qantas Airways

1 Mar

SYD18:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

20h 15m

1 stop

NSN17:10Nelson

5 Mar

NSN13:10Nelson

6h 30m

1 stop

SYD17:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,029

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 26/11

09:55-18:35

1 stop6h 40m

Nelson

Thu 3/12

06:30-21:50

1 stop17h 20m

$690

SydneyNelson

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/11

18:15-09:10

1 stop12h 55m

Nelson

Tue 17/11

14:35-07:50

1 stop19h 15m

$723

SydneyNelson

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/11

06:25-19:50

1 stop11h 25m

Nelson

Tue 1/12

14:35-10:40

1 stop22h 05m

$769

SydneyNelson

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 6/3

09:00-18:35

1 stop7h 35m

Nelson

Sat 13/3

17:45-07:50

1 stop16h 05m

$770

SydneyNelson

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 26/11

19:25-09:10

2 stops11h 45m

Nelson

Thu 3/12

11:05-21:50

1 stop12h 45m

$792

SydneyNelson

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/11

18:15-09:10

1 stop12h 55m

Nelson

Tue 17/11

14:35-07:50

1 stop19h 15m

$793

SydneyNelson

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/11

07:30-20:45

2 stops11h 15m

Nelson

Tue 17/11

14:35-07:50

1 stop19h 15m

$795

Fastest return journey

SydneyNelson

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 25/11

07:30-18:35

1 stop9h 05m

Nelson

Wed 2/12

16:15-21:50

1 stop7h 35m

$803

SydneyNelson

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/11

14:05-15:45

1 stop23h 40m

Nelson

Fri 20/11

19:05-08:35

1 stop15h 30m

$805

SydneyNelson

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 26/11

09:55-21:45

1 stop9h 50m

Nelson

Wed 2/12

19:20-09:45

1 stop16h 25m

$806

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Nelson?

The cheapest month to fly to Nelson from New South Wales is in June. Flight prices, which tend to average around $766, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Nelson in June, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from New South Wales to Nelson during January average around $772.

Can stopping save me money on New South Wales to Nelson flights?

You could potentially save up to 36% on your flight if you consider stops on a New South Wales to Nelson flight.

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Best price found	$389
Fastest flight time	6h 40m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Nelson from New South Wales in the past 72 hours is $389. The best return flight deal from New South Wales to Nelson found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $690.

The fastest flight from New South Wales to Nelson takes 6h 40m

There are no direct flights from New South Wales to Nelson. There are no popular flight routes from New South Wales to Nelson.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from New South Wales to Nelson

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New South Wales to Nelson Airport?
Prices for flights from New South Wales to Nelson Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New South Wales to Nelson Airport?
There is 1 operator available for flights from New South Wales to Nelson Airport as of October 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from New South Wales to Nelson Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New South Wales to Nelson Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nelson Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Nelson Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from New South Wales to Nelson

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $689	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 671 reviews		Search Air New Zealand flights

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