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Cheap flights from Sydney to Nelson from $507

SYD — NSN
5 Dec — 12 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Nelson

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Nelson

Thu 26/1110:55 -
1 stop5h 50m
Wed 2/1206:00 -
1 stop17h 50m
Deal found 4/11$877
Thu 10/1220:25 -
1 stop10h 35m
Thu 31/1209:40 -
1 stop24h 10m
Deal found 4/11$922
Thu 10/1220:25 -
1 stop14h 10m
Tue 22/1216:15 -
1 stop7h 35m
Deal found 1/11$943
Sun 27/1218:15 -
1 stop13h 55m
Thu 31/1207:35 -
1 stop26h 15m
Deal found 3/11$977

Find flight deals from Sydney to Nelson

Round-trip from

$740

One-way from

$507

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$846
24/1-3/2
  • 24/1-3/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 15m total
  • Sydney to Nelson
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 28/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 20m total
  • Sydney to Nelson
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($36 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($51 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
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SydneyNelson

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 28/11

18:15-15:35

1 stop19h 20m

Nelson

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$507
Fastest return journey

SydneyNelson

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/1

18:40-09:30

1 stop12h 50m

Nelson

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$554

SydneyNelson

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/1

18:55-17:10

1 stop20h 15m

Nelson

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$569

SydneyNelson

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 6/1

18:30-11:15

2 stops14h 45m

Nelson

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$634

SydneyNelson

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 4/1

19:15-10:10

2 stops12h 55m

Nelson

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$660

SydneyNelson

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 24/12

18:15-10:10

1 stop13h 55m

Nelson

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$689

SydneyNelson

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 24/1

12:30-11:15

2 stops44h 45m

Nelson

Wed 3/2

06:30-19:00

1 stop14h 30m

$740

SydneyNelson

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 21/1

11:50-20:35

1 stop6h 45m

Nelson

Mon 25/1

17:45-07:50

1 stop16h 05m

$820

SydneyNelson

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 21/1

14:05-10:10

2 stops18h 05m

Nelson

Tue 26/1

06:30-18:15

1 stop13h 45m

$824

SydneyNelson

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NSN Nelson

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 10/12

19:25-12:40

2 stops15h 15m

Nelson

Thu 31/12

15:20-21:50

1 stop8h 30m

$952

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Nelson

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Nelson?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Nelson (average of $763). Flying from Sydney to Nelson in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,333). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to Nelson?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Sydney to Nelson flights typically cost between $817 and $1,005 in January.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $740 on Multiple Airlines (24 Jan–3 Feb).

Reviews of airlines servicing Nelson

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand from Sydney to Nelson to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
682 reviews
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Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Blair,Oct 2026

WLG - AKL

The chicken dish was okay but kind of weird unlike the chicken penne on my trip home which was delicious.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
682 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
682 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Blair,Oct 2026

WLG - AKL

The chicken dish was okay but kind of weird unlike the chicken penne on my trip home which was delicious.

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Nelson?

    There are many flights that can get you from Sydney to Nelson in 6h 45m. Fly via Air New Zealand to get the fastest option. The distance between Sydney and Nelson is about 2099 km.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Sydney to Nelson round-trip?

    According to our current data, Air New Zealand ($686), offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Nelson. Air New Zealand is priced at 27% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Nelson that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Nelson flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Nelson?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Nelson.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Nelson?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Nelson by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Nelson?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Nelson (average of $763). Flying from Sydney to Nelson in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,333). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Sydney to Nelson

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$686Average$911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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