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Cheap flights from Sydney to New Zealand from $298

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — AKL
13 Jan — 20 Jan1
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 14 December 2025.

Mon 15/1211:00SYD - ZQN
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Fri 19/1214:00ZQN - SYD
1 stop6h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 14/12$720
Mon 15/1211:00SYD - ZQN
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Mon 22/1217:30ZQN - SYD
1 stop6h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/12$756
Sat 13/1219:00SYD - ZQN
1 stop16h 10mVirgin Australia
Wed 17/1214:00ZQN - SYD
1 stop7h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/12$777
Sun 14/1221:30SYD - ZQN
1 stop19h 30mVirgin Australia
Thu 18/1215:05ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 13/12$794
Sat 13/1219:00SYD - ZQN
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12$796
Mon 29/1220:00SYD - ZQN
1 stop18h 40mVirgin Australia
Wed 7/119:50ZQN - SYD
1 stop16h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/12$802
Wed 24/1219:30SYD - ZQN
1 stop15h 40mVirgin Australia
Sat 27/1219:30ZQN - SYD
1 stop17h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 13/12$808
Mon 29/1219:15SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/106:00AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$808
Fri 12/1221:30SYD - ZQN
1 stop17h 10mVirgin Australia
Wed 17/1214:00ZQN - SYD
1 stop10h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/12$811
Thu 25/1216:20SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 25/216:45AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12$813
Fri 12/1221:30SYD - ZQN
1 stop17h 10mVirgin Australia
Mon 15/1219:50ZQN - SYD
1 stop15h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/12$821
Wed 24/1217:00SYD - ZQN
1 stop18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/107:00ZQN - SYD
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12$825

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 14 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$341

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$763

Good round-trip deal

$447 or less

Good one-way deal

$224 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 27/1-3/2
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 30m total
  • Sydney to New Zealand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($131 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($31 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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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 14 December 2025.
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SydneyHamilton

SYD - HLZ

SYDHLZ

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 21/2

07:05-12:05

Nonstop3h 00m

Hamilton

Sat 28/2

13:05-14:35

Nonstop3h 30m

$298

SydneyHamilton

SYD - HLZ

SYDHLZ

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 27/1

07:05-12:05

Nonstop3h 00m

Hamilton

Tue 3/2

13:05-14:35

Nonstop3h 30m

$341

SydneyHamilton

SYD - HLZ

SYDHLZ

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/1

07:05-12:05

Nonstop3h 00m

Hamilton

Sat 31/1

13:05-14:35

Nonstop3h 30m

$400

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 12/5

11:50-16:45

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 20/5

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

$515

SydneyAuckland

SYD - AKL

SYDAKL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 2/5

11:00-16:05

Nonstop3h 05m

Auckland Intl

Sun 3/5

12:40-14:30

Nonstop3h 50m

$515

SydneyAuckland

SYD - AKL

SYDAKL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/5

11:00-16:05

Nonstop3h 05m

Auckland Intl

Fri 29/5

12:40-14:30

Nonstop3h 50m

$515

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 21/4

11:50-16:45

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 28/4

17:45-19:00

Nonstop3h 15m

$537

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 11/6

11:50-16:45

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 13/6

17:45-19:00

Nonstop3h 15m

$537

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 22/2

06:15-11:10

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 25/2

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

$549

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/2

06:15-11:10

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 10/2

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

$549

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to New Zealand

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Zealand from Sydney with our price prediction graph.
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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to New Zealand (average of $189). Flying from Sydney to New Zealand in April is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 14 December 2025.

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 35% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 6 December 2025.

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 afternoons 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 14 December 2025.

The most flights from SYD to NZ0 are scheduled on a Friday (101 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (68 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 117 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?

Monday 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, LATAM Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 5% 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 14 December 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Air New Zealand, andLATAM Airlines 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
3,440 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,440 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,440 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
552 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,440 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,891 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,440 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
946 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,440 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
491 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,440 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

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 1,907 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 ($269), and Air New Zealand ($274).

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

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

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

    Consider Cathay Pacific (100%), Air India (89%) or Japan Airlines (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 $615, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $278. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Auckland Intl), you can expect to pay $462 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to New Zealand (average of $189). Flying from Sydney to New Zealand in April is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 8 airlines flying from Sydney to New Zealand

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China EasternCheapest$253Average$656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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JetstarCheapest$259Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$287Average$681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapest$290Average$582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapest$407Average$725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$463Average$802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$475Average$910FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$565Average$741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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