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Cheap flights from Sydney to Nelson from $379

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 10/4. 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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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
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SYD
24h 15m
2 stops
$748Multiple Airlines
Tue, 17 Mar - Tue, 24 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:20 - 16:55
SYD
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NSN
8h 35m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:00 - 08:00
NSN
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SYD
21h 00m
2 stops
$752Multiple Airlines
Tue, 17 Mar - Tue, 24 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:20 - 17:05
SYD
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NSN
31h 45m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:10 - 18:25
NSN
-
SYD
24h 15m
2 stops
$766Multiple Airlines
Tue, 17 Mar - Tue, 24 Mar
Air New Zealand Logo
19:15 - 11:10
SYD
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NSN
13h 55m
1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
13:10 - 17:40
NSN
-
SYD
6h 30m
1 stop
$861Air New Zealand
Thu, 5 Mar - Tue, 10 Mar
Air New Zealand Logo
19:15 - 09:10
SYD
-
NSN
11h 55m
2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
17:45 - 08:45
NSN
-
SYD
17h 00m
1 stop
$880Air New Zealand
Thu, 5 Mar - Tue, 10 Mar
Air New Zealand Logo
17:55 - 09:10
SYD
-
NSN
13h 15m
2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
09:25 - 21:45
NSN
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SYD
14h 20m
2 stops
$963Air New Zealand
Thu, 5 Mar - Tue, 10 Mar

Air New Zealand flights from Sydney to Nelson

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Sydney to Nelson flight tickets
Air New Zealand
5 Mar
SYD19:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
13h 55m
1 stop
NSN11:10Nelson
10 Mar
NSN13:10Nelson
6h 30m
1 stop
SYD17:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
$861
Air New Zealand
5 Mar
SYD19:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
11h 55m
2 stops
NSN09:10Nelson
10 Mar
NSN17:45Nelson
17h 00m
1 stop
SYD08:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
$880
Air New Zealand
5 Mar
SYD17:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
13h 15m
2 stops
NSN09:10Nelson
10 Mar
NSN09:25Nelson
14h 20m
2 stops
SYD21:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
$963

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SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/3

06:20-06:50

2 stops22h 30m

Nelson

Tue 24/3

20:10-18:25

2 stops24h 15m

$748

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/3

06:20-16:55

1 stop8h 35m

Nelson

Tue 24/3

13:00-08:00

2 stops21h 00m

$752

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/3

07:20-17:05

3 stops31h 45m

Nelson

Tue 24/3

20:10-18:25

2 stops24h 15m

$766

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/3

19:15-11:10

1 stop13h 55m

Nelson

Tue 10/3

13:10-17:40

1 stop6h 30m

$861

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/3

19:15-09:10

2 stops11h 55m

Nelson

Tue 10/3

17:45-08:45

1 stop17h 00m

$880

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/3

17:55-09:10

2 stops13h 15m

Nelson

Tue 10/3

09:25-21:45

2 stops14h 20m

$963

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 10/4

18:35-08:05

1 stop11h 30m

$379

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 12/4

06:20-08:05

1 stop23h 45m

$423

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 10/4

06:20-18:45

2 stops10h 25m

$432

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/4

11:00-10:35

1 stop21h 35m

$446

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How have Sydney to Nelson flight prices changed over time?

As of February 2026, prices for Sydney to Nelson flights are approximately 6% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time

12h 15m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Sydney to Nelson takes 12h 15m
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 12h 15m 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 $519Free cancellationRating
8.0
578 reviews
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