NSN
Nelson
New Zealand
2,099 km
1,304 miles
SYD
Sydney
Australia
Distance
2,099 km
1,304 mi / 1,133 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
286°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

NSN SYD
Airport Name Nelson Airport Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
IATA Code NSN SYD
ICAO Code NZNS YSSY
City Nelson Sydney
Country New Zealand Australia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Australia/Sydney
Elevation 17 ft 21 ft
Coordinates -41.300000, 173.220000 -33.950000, 151.180000

Nelson (NSN) to Sydney (SYD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Nelson Airport (NSN) in Nelson, New Zealand to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 2,099 kilometers (1,304 miles / 1,133 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west northwest at a heading of 286°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting New Zealand with Australia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:38 in Nelson, it's 08:38 in Sydney.

The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Nelson (NSN) follows a heading of 119° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Nelson Airport (NSN) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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