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 14/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZQN — SYD
14 Jan — 21 Jan1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Queenstown Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in May or February, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Monday
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Cheapest flights from Queenstown to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Queenstown to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 December 2025.
Wed 24/1219:50ZQN - SYD
1 stop14h 05mVirgin Australia
Tue 6/119:00SYD - ZQN
1 stop19h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 13/12$825
Sun 21/1214:00ZQN - SYD
1 stop6h 25mVirgin Australia
Sun 28/1220:00SYD - ZQN
1 stop15h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 13/12$846
Wed 24/1219:50ZQN - SYD
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/115:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/12$856
Wed 24/1215:35ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/1220:00SYD - ZQN
1 stop20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/12$889
Wed 24/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 6/115:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 13/12$909
Wed 24/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 30/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 14/12$923
Tue 23/1214:00ZQN - SYD
1 stop9h 20mVirgin Australia
Fri 26/1219:00SYD - ZQN
1 stop21h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 14/12$933
Mon 22/1219:30ZQN - SYD
1 stop14h 40mVirgin Australia
Fri 26/1219:00SYD - ZQN
1 stop19h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 14/12$971
Sun 21/1217:30ZQN - SYD
1 stop6h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/1216:05SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/12$992
Tue 23/1214:00ZQN - SYD
1 stop6h 25mVirgin Australia
Sat 27/1210:00SYD - ZQN
1 stop6h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 14/12$1,021
Mon 29/1216:30ZQN - SYD
1 stop7h 55mEmirates
Tue 30/1216:05SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mEmirates
Deal found 14/12$1,071
Best flights from Queenstown to Sydney
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Queenstown to Sydney that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 15 December 2025.
Wed 25/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sun 15/306:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 13/12$606
Thu 5/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/219:15SYD - ZQN
1 stop11h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/12$694
Fri 6/216:50ZQN - SYD
1 stop17h 00mAir New Zealand
Sun 15/207:45SYD - ZQN
1 stop9h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 14/12$713
Fri 27/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 17/315:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 13/12$632
Wed 25/215:05ZQN - SYD
1 stop8h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 18/306:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/12$699
Thu 5/215:05ZQN - SYD
1 stop8h 40mAir New Zealand
Wed 11/219:15SYD - ZQN
1 stop11h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 14/12$718
Fri 6/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sun 15/221:45SYD - ZQN
1 stop12h 50mJetstar
Deal found 14/12$668
Thu 29/113:35ZQN - SYD
1 stop9h 35mJetstar
Thu 5/215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 14/12$682
Fri 27/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sat 14/315:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 13/12$691
Mon 23/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sun 15/306:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 13/12$723
Sat 21/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 18/306:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 13/12$725
Thu 26/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 18/306:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 13/12$725
Direct flights from Queenstown to Sydney
Explore direct flight options from Queenstown to Sydney based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 15 December 2025.
Tue 24/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Fri 27/306:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 13/12$572
Tue 24/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 18/306:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 13/12$579
Tue 24/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 17/315:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 13/12$584
Fri 6/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sun 15/206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 14/12$596
Tue 24/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Mon 16/315:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 13/12$606
Fri 27/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 18/306:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 13/12$627
Fri 27/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 17/315:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 13/12$632
Tue 24/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sat 14/315:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 13/12$642
Fri 27/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Mon 16/315:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 13/12$656
Mon 23/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Fri 27/306:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 13/12$661
Tue 24/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Thu 19/315:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 13/12$665
Fri 27/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sat 14/315:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 13/12$691
Last-minute flights from Queenstown to Sydney
Discover last-minute flight deals from Queenstown to Sydney. Data last updated 15 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Sun 21/1214:00ZQN - SYD
1 stop6h 25mVirgin Australia
Sun 28/1220:00SYD - ZQN
1 stop15h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 13/12$846
Sun 21/1217:30ZQN - SYD
1 stop6h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/1216:05SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/12$992
Mon 22/1219:30ZQN - SYD
1 stop16h 10mVirgin Australia
Sat 27/1218:00SYD - ZQN
1 stop22h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 14/12$1,121
Mon 22/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/1218:00SYD - ZQN
1 stop20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/12$1,145
Wed 24/1219:50ZQN - SYD
1 stop14h 05mVirgin Australia
Tue 6/119:00SYD - ZQN
1 stop19h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 13/12$825
Wed 24/1219:50ZQN - SYD
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/115:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/12$856
Wed 24/1215:35ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/1220:00SYD - ZQN
1 stop20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/12$889
Wed 24/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 6/115:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 13/12$909
Wed 24/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 30/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 14/12$923
One-way flights from Queenstown to Sydney
Search for one-way flight options from Queenstown to Sydney. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 15 December 2025.
Thu 14/517:45ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 14/12$257
Tue 3/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 14/12$258
Tue 10/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 14/12$260
Fri 3/420:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 13/12$262
Fri 27/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 14/12$263
Mon 2/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 14/12$270
Sun 17/520:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 14/12$272
Wed 25/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 14/12$276
Find flight deals from Queenstown to Sydney
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Queenstown (ZQN) to Sydney (SYD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 December 2025.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Queenstown to Sydney 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 15 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Queenstown to Sydney that are best for you.
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Route
Departure
Return
Price
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Wed 25/2
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 15/3
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
$606
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Fri 27/2
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 17/3
15:00-19:55
Nonstop2h 55m
$632
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Fri 6/2
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 15/2
21:45-12:35
1 stop12h 50m
$668
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Thu 29/1
13:35-21:10
1 stop9h 35m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 5/2
15:00-19:55
Nonstop2h 55m
$682
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Fri 27/2
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 14/3
15:00-19:55
Nonstop2h 55m
$691
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Thu 5/2
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 11/2
19:15-08:35
1 stop11h 20m
$694
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Wed 25/2
15:05-21:45
1 stop8h 40m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 18/3
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
$699
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Fri 6/2
16:50-07:50
1 stop17h 00m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 15/2
07:45-19:40
1 stop9h 55m
$713
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Thu 5/2
15:05-21:45
1 stop8h 40m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 11/2
19:15-08:35
1 stop11h 20m
$718
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Mon 23/2
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 15/3
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
$723
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Best time to book a flight from Queenstown to Sydney
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Queenstown to Sydney?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Queenstown to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 12 December 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Queenstown to Sydney, you should look to book at least 72 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Queenstown to Sydney?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Sydney (average of $226). Flying from Queenstown to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 ZQN to SYD?
Find hourly flight availability from Queenstown to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 December 2025.
When flying from Queenstown to Sydney, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 71% versus a flight in the afternoon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Queenstown to Sydney?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Queenstown to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2025.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Queenstown to Sydney flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Queenstown to Sydney
Explore weekly flight availability from Queenstown to Sydney. 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 15 December 2025.
The most flights from ZQN to SYD are scheduled on a Tuesday (30 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (24 on average).
How often are flights from Queenstown to Sydney delayed?
About 16% of weekly flights between Queenstown and Sydney have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 114 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Queenstown to Sydney flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Queenstown to Sydney flights?
Over the past year, Jetstar have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Queenstown to Sydney?
Share of one-stop return flights from Queenstown to Sydney chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Auckland (AKL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 33% of one-stop itineraries from Queenstown to Sydney on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Queenstown to Sydney?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Queenstown to Sydney, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Christchurch (CHC) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $890.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Queenstown to Sydney?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Queenstown to Sydney, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Auckland (AKL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 19h 05m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Queenstown to Sydney?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Queenstown to Sydney, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Brisbane (BNE) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 8h 00m.
Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated 15 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Queenstown to Sydney, such as Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall good experience with united . I fly united most part so nothing out of obvious i guess
Related info for your journey
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What airports do I use to fly from Queenstown to Sydney?
If you wish to fly to Sydney from Queenstown, then you need to book flights from Queenstown Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith. There are 29 flights from Queenstown Intl (ZQN) to Kingsford Smith (SYD) per day to choose from. Flights to Sydney from Queenstown Intl are available from 4 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 3h 15m is how long a nonstop flight from Queenstown to Sydney Kingsford Smith typically takes.
How popular is this Queenstown to Sydney flight route?
The Queenstown Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith flight path was viewed by 2,405 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 Queenstown to Sydney?
Airlines like Jetstar fly from Queenstown to Sydney in about 3h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. There are 1938 km between Queenstown and Sydney. All flights are typically direct.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Queenstown to Sydney round-trip?
Jetstar, at $239, was found to be the cheapest airline from Queenstown to Sydney.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand. Users have found that Jetstar is 62% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Queenstown to Sydney one-way?
$196 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia, with prices starting from $239 and $258, respectively.
What are the most reliable airlines from Queenstown to Sydney?
Before booking your flight to Sydney from Queenstown, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Hawaiian Airlines (74%), Virgin Australia (74%), American Airlines( 72%).
What are the cheapest flights from Queenstown to Sydney?
The cheapest flight price from Queenstown to Sydney is $294. On average you can expect to pay $1,578. The most popular route, (Queenstown Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith), can usually be booked for $565.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Queenstown to Sydney?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Queenstown 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 Queenstown to Sydney?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Sydney (average of $226). Flying from Queenstown to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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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