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Cheap flights from Nelson to Sydney from $386

NSN — SYD
15 Oct — 22 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Nelson to Sydney

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Cheapest flights from Nelson to Sydney

Sun 25/1007:45 -
1 stop16h 05m
Fri 6/1119:25 -
1 stop18h 20m
Deal found 13/9$867
Mon 23/1106:30 -
1 stop13h 45m
Thu 26/1107:30 -
2 stops9h 45m
Deal found 10/9$870
Mon 26/1006:40 -
1 stop6h 00m
Fri 6/1111:50 -
1 stop6h 45m
Deal found 14/9$888
Sun 18/1011:55 -
1 stop22h 50m
Thu 22/1019:20 -
1 stop14h 00m
Deal found 14/9$893
Thu 29/1010:05 -
1 stop13h 45m
Thu 5/1119:25 -
1 stop19h 30m
Deal found 14/9$903
Wed 21/1006:40 -
1 stop27h 30m
Sun 25/1007:30 -
1 stop9h 05m
Deal found 11/9$984
Wed 21/1009:50 -
1 stop9h 45m
Sun 25/1012:30 -
2 stops18h 30m
Deal found 11/9$1,022

Find flight deals from Nelson to Sydney

Round-trip from

$867

One-way from

$386

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$974
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 25/10-6/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 25m total
  • Nelson to Sydney
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26/10-31/12
  • 26/10-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 00m total
  • Nelson to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($125 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($36 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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NelsonSydney

NSN Nelson - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

NSNSYD

Nelson

Mon 26/10

06:40-10:40

1 stop6h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$386

NelsonSydney

NSN Nelson - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

NSNSYD

Nelson

Mon 21/9

14:35-08:10

1 stop19h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$580

NelsonSydney

NSN Nelson - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

NSNSYD

Nelson

Mon 21/9

09:30-22:25

2 stops14h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$625

NelsonSydney

NSN Nelson - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

NSNSYD

Nelson

Sun 18/10

11:55-08:45

1 stop22h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 22/10

19:20-11:20

1 stop14h 00m

$893

NelsonSydney

NSN Nelson - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

NSNSYD

Nelson

Thu 29/10

10:05-21:50

1 stop13h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/11

19:25-16:55

1 stop19h 30m

$903

NelsonSydney

NSN Nelson - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

NSNSYD

Nelson

Wed 21/10

06:40-08:10

1 stop27h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 25/10

07:30-18:35

1 stop9h 05m

$984

NelsonSydney

NSN Nelson - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

NSNSYD

Nelson

Wed 21/10

09:50-17:35

1 stop9h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 25/10

12:30-09:00

2 stops18h 30m

$1,022

NelsonSydney

NSN Nelson - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

NSNSYD

Nelson

Tue 22/12

07:45-21:50

1 stop16h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 29/12

07:30-19:15

2 stops9h 45m

$1,176

NelsonSydney

NSN Nelson - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

NSNSYD

Nelson

Mon 5/10

17:30-19:45

1 stop28h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 14/10

19:20-09:10

2 stops11h 50m

$1,187

NelsonSydney

NSN Nelson - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

NSNSYD

Nelson

Mon 21/9

06:40-16:50

3 stops12h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,303

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson to Sydney (average of $666). Flying from Nelson to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,166). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand from Nelson to Sydney 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
669 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
669 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
669 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Nelson to Sydney?

    Airlines like Air New Zealand fly from Nelson to Sydney in about 22h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . There are 2099 km between Nelson and Sydney.

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

    Air New Zealand, at $667, was found to be the cheapest airline from Nelson to Sydney.. Air New Zealand is currently priced 29% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Nelson to Sydney 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 Nelson to Sydney?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nelson to Sydney (average of $666). Flying from Nelson to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,166). 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 Nelson to Sydney

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Air New ZealandCheapest$667Average$926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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