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Cheap flights from Sydney to Nelson from $384

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Sydney to Nelson departing on 13/3. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Air New Zealand Logo
19:15 - 09:30
SYD
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NSN
12h 15m
1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
17:45 - 08:45
NSN
-
SYD
17h 00m
1 stop
$706Air New Zealand
Tue, 3 Mar - Tue, 10 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:05 - 11:15
SYD
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NSN
26h 10m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:45 - 17:40
NSN
-
SYD
5h 55m
1 stop
$740Multiple Airlines
Tue, 3 Mar - Tue, 10 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:15 - 20:45
SYD
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NSN
32h 30m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:15 - 21:50
NSN
-
SYD
7h 35m
1 stop
$746Multiple Airlines
Thu, 26 Mar - Mon, 30 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:20 - 06:50
SYD
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NSN
22h 30m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:10 - 18:25
NSN
-
SYD
24h 15m
2 stops
$749Multiple Airlines
Tue, 3 Mar - Tue, 10 Mar
Air New Zealand Logo
19:20 - 08:05
SYD
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NSN
10h 45m
1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
11:55 - 21:50
NSN
-
SYD
11h 55m
1 stop
$807Air New Zealand
Tue, 7 Apr - Fri, 10 Apr
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:20 - 09:30
SYD
-
NSN
24h 10m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:10 - 18:25
NSN
-
SYD
24h 15m
2 stops
$810Multiple Airlines
Tue, 3 Mar - Tue, 10 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:00 - 07:50
SYD
-
NSN
20h 50m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:55 - 19:10
NSN
-
SYD
12h 15m
2 stops
$822Multiple Airlines
Thu, 26 Mar - Mon, 30 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:20 - 19:20
SYD
-
NSN
11h 00m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:30 - 17:30
NSN
-
SYD
13h 00m
1 stop
$827Multiple Airlines
Tue, 7 Apr - Fri, 10 Apr
Air New Zealand Logo
09:55 - 20:45
SYD
-
NSN
8h 50m
2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
16:20 - 21:50
NSN
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SYD
7h 30m
2 stops
$1,062Air New Zealand
Tue, 7 Apr - Fri, 10 Apr

Air New Zealand flights from Sydney to Nelson

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Sydney to Nelson flight tickets
Air New Zealand
3 Mar
SYD19:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
12h 15m
1 stop
NSN09:30Nelson
10 Mar
NSN17:45Nelson
17h 00m
1 stop
SYD08:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
$706
Air New Zealand
7 Apr
SYD19:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
10h 45m
1 stop
NSN08:05Nelson
10 Apr
NSN11:55Nelson
11h 55m
1 stop
SYD21:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$807
Air New Zealand
7 Apr
SYD09:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
8h 50m
2 stops
NSN20:45Nelson
10 Apr
NSN16:20Nelson
7h 30m
2 stops
SYD21:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,062

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to Nelson that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 19 January 2026.
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SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/3

19:15-09:30

1 stop12h 15m

Nelson

Tue 10/3

17:45-08:45

1 stop17h 00m

$706

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/3

07:05-11:15

2 stops26h 10m

Nelson

Tue 10/3

13:45-17:40

1 stop5h 55m

$740

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 26/3

10:15-20:45

2 stops32h 30m

Nelson

Mon 30/3

16:15-21:50

1 stop7h 35m

$746

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/3

06:20-06:50

2 stops22h 30m

Nelson

Tue 10/3

20:10-18:25

2 stops24h 15m

$749

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/4

19:20-08:05

1 stop10h 45m

Nelson

Fri 10/4

11:55-21:50

1 stop11h 55m

$807

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/3

07:20-09:30

3 stops24h 10m

Nelson

Tue 10/3

20:10-18:25

2 stops24h 15m

$810

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 26/3

09:00-07:50

2 stops20h 50m

Nelson

Mon 30/3

08:55-19:10

2 stops12h 15m

$822

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/4

06:20-19:20

2 stops11h 00m

Nelson

Fri 10/4

06:30-17:30

1 stop13h 00m

$827

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/4

09:55-20:45

2 stops8h 50m

Nelson

Fri 10/4

16:20-21:50

2 stops7h 30m

$1,062

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 13/3

06:20-09:30

1 stop25h 10m

$384

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Fastest flight time

10h 45m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Sydney to Nelson takes 10h 45m
There are no direct flights from Sydney to Nelson. There are no popular flight routes from Sydney to Nelson.
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  • 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 10h 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.

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  • 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?

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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $541Free cancellationRating
8.0
572 reviews
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