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Cheap flights from Sydney to New Zealand from $228

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 18/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — AKL
22 Apr — 29 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 March 2026.

Mon 11/507:05
SYD
-
HLZ
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Thu 14/513:05
HLZ
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 30m
Jetstar
Deal found 21/3$403
Thu 7/507:05
SYD
-
HLZ
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Thu 14/513:05
HLZ
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 30m
Jetstar
Deal found 18/3$405
Mon 18/507:05
SYD
-
HLZ
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Sat 23/513:05
HLZ
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 30m
Jetstar
Deal found 21/3$427
Sat 2/507:05
SYD
-
HLZ
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Sat 9/513:05
HLZ
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 30m
Jetstar
Deal found 18/3$430
Mon 4/511:00
SYD
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 05m
Jetstar
Mon 11/506:15
AKL
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 20/3$519
Thu 14/509:05
SYD
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 05m
Jetstar
Tue 19/512:40
AKL
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 23/3$526
Thu 18/607:05
SYD
-
HLZ
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Sat 18/713:05
HLZ
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 30m
Jetstar
Deal found 22/3$533
Fri 1/518:35
SYD
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 05m
Jetstar
Fri 15/512:40
AKL
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 22/3$547
Fri 15/506:20
SYD
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 17/507:00
AKL
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3$550
Sun 3/506:20
SYD
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/520:05
AKL
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3$552
Fri 1/518:35
SYD
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 13/520:05
AKL
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3$554
Tue 12/506:20
SYD
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 16/520:05
AKL
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3$555

Find flight deals from Sydney to New Zealand

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sydney to New Zealand flight deals. Data was last updated 23 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$401

One-way from

$228

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$588

Good round-trip deal

$304 or less

Good one-way deal

$223 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 2/5-9/5
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 30m total
  • Sydney to New Zealand
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 18/5
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 00m total
  • Sydney to New Zealand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($137 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to New Zealand.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to New Zealand.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to New Zealand that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 23 March 2026.
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SydneyHamilton

SYD - HLZ

SYDHLZ

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 11/5

07:05-12:05

Nonstop3h 00m

Hamilton

Thu 14/5

13:05-14:35

Nonstop3h 30m

$403

SydneyHamilton

SYD - HLZ

SYDHLZ

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 7/5

07:05-12:05

Nonstop3h 00m

Hamilton

Thu 14/5

13:05-14:35

Nonstop3h 30m

$405

SydneyHamilton

SYD - HLZ

SYDHLZ

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 18/6

07:05-12:05

Nonstop3h 00m

Hamilton

Sat 18/7

13:05-14:35

Nonstop3h 30m

$533

SydneyAuckland

SYD - AKL

SYDAKL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 7/5

09:05-14:10

Nonstop3h 05m

Auckland Intl

Sat 9/5

06:15-08:05

Nonstop3h 50m

$557

SydneyAuckland

SYD - AKL

SYDAKL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 1/5

06:20-11:25

Nonstop3h 05m

Auckland Intl

Fri 8/5

12:40-14:20

Nonstop3h 40m

$557

SydneyAuckland

SYD - AKL

SYDAKL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 24/4

06:20-11:25

Nonstop3h 05m

Auckland Intl

Mon 27/4

06:15-08:05

Nonstop3h 50m

$557

SydneyHamilton

SYD - HLZ

SYDHLZ

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/4

07:05-12:10

Nonstop3h 05m

Hamilton

Mon 27/4

13:05-14:40

Nonstop3h 35m

$561

SydneyAuckland

SYD - AKL

SYDAKL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/5

06:20-11:25

Nonstop3h 05m

Auckland Intl

Wed 20/5

06:15-08:05

Nonstop3h 50m

$561
Fastest return journey

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 5/8

06:15-11:10

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 10/8

17:45-19:00

Nonstop3h 15m

$600

SydneyHamilton

SYD - HLZ

SYDHLZ

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 7/5

07:05-12:05

Nonstop3h 00m

Hamilton

Thu 14/5

13:55-21:50

2 stops9h 55m

$619

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to New Zealand

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to New Zealand

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to New Zealand (average of $195). Flying from Sydney to New Zealand in January is currently the most expensive (average of $274). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SYD to NZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to New Zealand. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 March 2026.

When flying from Sydney to New Zealand, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 27% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sydney to New Zealand?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to New Zealand. Price data was last updated on 14 March 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to New Zealand flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Sydney to New Zealand

Explore weekly flight availability from Sydney to New Zealand. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 23 March 2026.

The most flights from SYD to NZ0 are scheduled on a Saturday (109 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (78 on average).

How often are flights from Sydney to New Zealand delayed?

About 25% of weekly flights between Sydney and New Zealand have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 113 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney to New Zealand flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney to New Zealand flights?

Over the past year, Jetstar have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 19% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Zealand. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New Zealand. Reviews last updated 23 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Sydney to New Zealand 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,541 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,541 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,541 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
618 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,541 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,008 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,541 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,917 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,541 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
533 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,541 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to New Zealand. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to New Zealand?

    Located just 7.5 km from the city centre, Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to New Zealand from Sydney.

  • How popular is this Sydney to New Zealand flight route?

    The Sydney Kingsford Smith to New Zealand flight path was viewed by 1,718 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to New Zealand?

    Departing from Sydney to New Zealand will take you 3h. The distance between Sydney and New Zealand is about 2211 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to New Zealand one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Sydney to New Zealand are Jetstar ($186), LATAM Airlines ($266), and China Eastern ($285).

  • What are the most popular routes from Sydney to New Zealand?

    The most popular route from Sydney to New Zealand is Sydney Kingsford Smith - Queenstown Intl. You may also consider Sydney Kingsford Smith - Auckland Intl or Sydney Kingsford Smith - Christchurch.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sydney to New Zealand?

    Consider Air India (95%), Jetstar (76%) or IndiGo (76%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Sydney to New Zealand.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to New Zealand?

    While on average a flight from Sydney to New Zealand is generally $409, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $266. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Queenstown Intl), you can expect to pay $593 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to New Zealand?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to New Zealand 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 New Zealand?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to New Zealand (average of $195). Flying from Sydney to New Zealand in January is currently the most expensive (average of $274). 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 6 airlines flying from Sydney to New Zealand

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$223Average$545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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JetstarCheapest$228Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapest$246Average$573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$256Average$679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$345Average$714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$436Average$802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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