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Nelson.C$663 per passenger.Departing Fri, May 2, returning Sat, May 10.Round-trip flight with Jetstar and Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Sydney on Fri, May 2, arriving in Nelson.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departing from Nelson on Sat, May 10, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$663, select.
Nelson.C$719 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 9, returning Wed, Jun 18.Round-trip flight with Jetstar and Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Sydney on Mon, Jun 9, arriving in Nelson.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departing from Nelson on Wed, Jun 18, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$719, select.
Nelson.C$725 per passenger.Departing Fri, Nov 7, returning Sat, Nov 15.Round-trip flight with Qantas and Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Sydney on Fri, Nov 7, arriving in Nelson.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departing from Nelson on Sat, Nov 15, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$725, select.
Nelson.C$734 per passenger.Departing Thu, Nov 6, returning Fri, Dec 5.Round-trip flight with LATAM Airlines and Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Sydney on Thu, Nov 6, arriving in Nelson.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departing from Nelson on Fri, Dec 5, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$734, select.
Nelson.C$803 per passenger.Departing Thu, Mar 27, returning Sun, Apr 13.Round-trip flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departing from Sydney on Thu, Mar 27, arriving in Nelson.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departing from Nelson on Sun, Apr 13, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$803, select.
Nelson.C$825 per passenger.Departing Wed, Sep 3, returning Sun, Sep 7.Round-trip flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Sydney on Wed, Sep 3, arriving in Nelson.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Nelson on Sun, Sep 7, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$825, select.
Nelson.C$896 per passenger.Departing Sun, Dec 14, returning Sun, Dec 14.Round-trip flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departing from Sydney on Sun, Dec 14, arriving in Nelson.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departing from Nelson on Sun, Dec 14, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$896, select.
Nelson.C$899 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jan 6, returning Mon, Jan 19.Round-trip flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Sydney on Tue, Jan 6, arriving in Nelson.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Nelson on Mon, Jan 19, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$899, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Nelson flights are currently cheapest in May.
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from C$1,033
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from C$919
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from C$663
Jun
from C$719
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Nov
from C$725
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from C$896
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from C$899

Sydney to Nelson: Alternative routes

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Sydney to Nelson: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundC$663
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Nelson: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Sydney to Nelson is C$663. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Sydney to Nelson. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$663.
There are no flights flying from Sydney to Nelson, as of February 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Nelson is usually February 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Nelson Airport on Friday, May 2, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Sydney Airport and Nelson Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Nelson but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Nelson is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Nelson.

Traveling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Nelson Airport (NSN): what you need to know

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Nelson Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between SYD and NSN include:

    • Wellington International Airport

    • Auckland Airport

    • Christchurch International Airport

  • Remember, you may need a visa to enter New Zealand. Visa regulations can vary and travel documentation requirements frequently change. Before locking in your cheap ticket from SYD to NSN, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Nelson Airport (NSN)

  • C$352 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Nelson Airport. A return flight starts from C$663. These prices can change based on availability and demand.

  • To score cheap flight tickets from SYD to NSN, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Nelson Airport.

  • Getting a cheap ticket from SYD to NSN is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Nelson Airport. Simply enter your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • Located around 18 kilometres from the center of Sydney, Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport can be reached in about 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 27 minutes.

  • Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near SYD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Nelson Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Nelson Airport (NSN)

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Nelson Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near NSN:

Getting from Nelson Airport (NSN) to central Nelson

  • From Nelson Airport, Nelson is approximately 2 kilometres away. It takes around 3 minutes to get to the center driving.

  • It takes around 21 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.

When to fly to Nelson Airport (NSN)

  • June is the busiest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Nelson Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Nelson in April.

  • The warmest month in Nelson is January, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC and 24ºC. Lock in your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Nelson Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • July sees average temperatures of between 3ºC and 12ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from SYD to NSN sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

More about Nelson

  • If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Nelson right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from SYD to NSN:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. World of WearableArt & Classic Cars Museum, Tahunanui Beach and Queen's Gardens are top attractions which should be on any good Nelson itinerary.

Complete your Nelson trip with hotels and a car rental

  • After you've secured your cheap ticket to Nelson Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Nelson getaway.

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