Which airlines fly to Nelson?

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Nelson from Sydney according to our data. Air New Zealand is the first choice among our users, with 52% 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.

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

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

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

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

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

There is 1 operator available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Nelson Airport as of August 2026.

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

$394 Cheap Flights from Sydney to Nelson in 2026

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06:20 - 15:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

7h 25m1 stop Auckland Intl

09:30 - 18:10NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

10h 40m1 stop Christchurch

$724Multiple Airlines

Tue, 15 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep

06:20 - 15:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

7h 25m1 stop Auckland Intl

06:15 - 21:50NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

17h 35m2 stops Wellington Auckland Intl

$752Multiple Airlines

Tue, 15 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep

07:10 - 19:20SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

10h 10m2 stops Hamilton Wellington

17:55 - 17:45NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 50m1 stop Wellington

$759Multiple Airlines

Sat, 12 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep

07:50 - 16:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

7h 05m1 stop Auckland Intl

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

16h 05m1 stop Christchurch

$777Air New Zealand

Tue, 20 Oct - Mon, 18 Jan

07:50 - 16:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

7h 05m1 stop Auckland Intl

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

16h 05m1 stop Christchurch

$779Air New Zealand

Tue, 20 Oct - Mon, 18 Jan

09:05 - 12:20SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

25h 15m1 stop Auckland Intl

12:20 - 17:45NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

7h 25m1 stop Wellington

$782Multiple Airlines

Wed, 9 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep

07:50 - 20:05SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

10h 15m2 stops Auckland Intl Christchurch

15:20 - 21:50NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

8h 30m1 stop Auckland Intl

$783Air New Zealand

Tue, 20 Oct - Mon, 18 Jan

07:50 - 16:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

7h 05m1 stop Auckland Intl

18:25 - 08:35NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 10m1 stop Auckland Intl

$783Air New Zealand

Tue, 20 Oct - Mon, 18 Jan

09:55 - 20:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

8h 50m2 stops Auckland Intl Wellington

17:45 - 07:35NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

15h 50m1 stop Christchurch

$797Multiple Airlines

Wed, 9 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep

07:10 - 15:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NSN Nelson

30h 00m2 stops Hamilton Wellington

12:10 - 18:40NSN Nelson-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

8h 30m1 stop Christchurch

$808Multiple Airlines

Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep

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Qantas Airways flights from Sydney to Nelson

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Qantas Airways

17 Nov

SYD09:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

7h 35m

1 stop

NSN19:15Nelson

19 Nov

NSN13:10Nelson

6h 30m

1 stop

SYD17:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,016

Qantas Airways

17 Nov

SYD09:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

7h 35m

1 stop

NSN19:15Nelson

19 Nov

NSN13:45Nelson

5h 55m

1 stop

SYD17:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,017

Qantas Airways

17 Nov

SYD09:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

7h 35m

1 stop

NSN19:15Nelson

19 Nov

NSN13:45Nelson

5h 55m

1 stop

SYD17:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,043

Air New Zealand flights from Sydney to Nelson

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

Air New Zealand

20 Oct

SYD07:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

7h 05m

1 stop

NSN16:55Nelson

18 Jan

NSN17:45Nelson

16h 05m

1 stop

SYD07:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

$777

Air New Zealand

20 Oct

SYD07:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

7h 05m

1 stop

NSN16:55Nelson

18 Jan

NSN17:45Nelson

16h 05m

1 stop

SYD07:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

$779

Air New Zealand

20 Oct

SYD07:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

7h 05m

1 stop

NSN16:55Nelson

18 Jan

NSN18:25Nelson

16h 10m

1 stop

SYD08:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

$783

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 15/9

06:20-15:45

1 stop7h 25m

Nelson

Wed 23/9

09:30-18:10

1 stop10h 40m

$724

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 15/9

06:20-15:45

1 stop7h 25m

Nelson

Wed 23/9

06:15-21:50

2 stops17h 35m

$752

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 12/9

07:10-19:20

2 stops10h 10m

Nelson

Sat 19/9

17:55-17:45

1 stop25h 50m

$759

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/10

07:50-16:55

1 stop7h 05m

Nelson

Mon 18/1

17:45-07:50

1 stop16h 05m

$777

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/10

07:50-16:55

1 stop7h 05m

Nelson

Mon 18/1

17:45-07:50

1 stop16h 05m

$779

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/9

09:05-12:20

1 stop25h 15m

Nelson

Mon 14/9

12:20-17:45

1 stop7h 25m

$782

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/10

07:50-20:05

2 stops10h 15m

Nelson

Mon 18/1

15:20-21:50

1 stop8h 30m

$783

SydneyNelson

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/10

07:50-16:55

1 stop7h 05m

Nelson

Mon 18/1

18:25-08:35

1 stop16h 10m

$783

SydneyNelson

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/9

09:55-20:45

2 stops8h 50m

Nelson

Mon 14/9

17:45-07:35

1 stop15h 50m

$797

SydneyNelson

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 10/9

07:10-15:10

2 stops30h 00m

Nelson

Thu 17/9

12:10-18:40

1 stop8h 30m

$808

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $763 to $871.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $724.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Nelson?

The cheapest month to fly to Nelson from Sydney is in June. Flight prices, which tend to average around $753, 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 Sydney to Nelson during January average around $759.

How have Sydney to Nelson flight prices changed over time?

When to book flights from Sydney to Nelson

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

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Fastest flight time	0h 45m
Direct flights	Mon
Airports in Nelson	1 airport

The fastest flight from Sydney to Nelson takes 0h 45m

Direct flights go from Sydney to Nelson on Monday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There is 1 airport in Nelson. From Sydney there are direct flights to Nelson (NSN).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Sydney to Nelson

How far is Sydney Kingsford Smith to Nelson by plane?
The distance between Sydney Kingsford Smith and Nelson is about 2103.0 km. Typically, this will take 0h 45m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Nelson Airport?
Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Nelson Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Nelson Airport?
There is 1 operator available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Nelson Airport as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Nelson 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 Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport 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.
What is the most popular airline from Sydney to Nelson?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Sydney and Nelson, the leading airline is Air New Zealand, making up 100% of the total bookings.

Best airlines flying from Sydney to Nelson

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $645	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 662 reviews		Search Air New Zealand flights

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