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ZQN — SYD
4 Jan — 11 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 February or May, 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 5 December 2025.
Wed 10/1210:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1216:05SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$977
Mon 22/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/1208:00SYD - ZQN
1 stop6h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,085
Fri 12/1215:05ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mVirgin Australia
Tue 16/1221:30SYD - ZQN
2 stops19h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/12$1,113
Mon 22/1207:00ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mQantas Airways
Mon 22/1216:05SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/12$1,151
Mon 22/1219:30ZQN - SYD
1 stop14h 40mVirgin Australia
Sat 27/1218:00SYD - ZQN
1 stop20h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 3/12$1,173
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 5 December 2025.
Fri 6/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Thu 26/315:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$594
Thu 5/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Thu 26/315:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$615
Wed 4/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Thu 26/315:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$615
Mon 2/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 25/306:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$631
Thu 29/113:35ZQN - SYD
1 stop10h 40mJetstar
Thu 5/215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$650
Thu 22/113:35ZQN - SYD
1 stop10h 40mJetstar
Thu 29/115:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$655
Fri 30/120:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Thu 5/215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 4/12$664
Thu 22/120:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 28/106:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$667
Mon 2/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sun 22/306:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$672
Thu 5/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 24/306:20SYD - ZQN
1 stop8h 30mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$676
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 5 December 2025.
Wed 4/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 25/306:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$567
Fri 6/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 25/306:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$591
Fri 6/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 24/315:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$594
Thu 5/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 25/306:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$612
Wed 4/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 24/315:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$615
Fri 6/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sun 22/306:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$629
Mon 2/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 25/306:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$631
Mon 2/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Thu 26/315:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$636
Fri 6/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Mon 23/315:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$648
Thu 5/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sat 28/315:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$650
Wed 4/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sat 28/315:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$652
Fri 30/120:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Thu 5/215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 4/12$662
Last-minute flights from Queenstown to Sydney
Discover last-minute flight deals from Queenstown to Sydney. Data last updated 5 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Thu 22/113:35ZQN - SYD
1 stop10h 40mJetstar
Thu 29/115:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$655
Thu 22/120:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 28/106:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$667
Tue 27/120:25ZQN - SYD
1 stop24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/115:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$688
Tue 27/117:20ZQN - SYD
1 stop27h 45mAir New Zealand
Sat 31/120:15SYD - ZQN
1 stop18h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/12$714
Thu 29/113:35ZQN - SYD
1 stop10h 40mJetstar
Thu 5/215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$650
Thu 29/113:35ZQN - SYD
1 stop10h 40mJetstar
Wed 4/206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$712
Fri 30/120:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Thu 5/215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 4/12$662
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 5 December 2025.
Thu 5/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$262
Sun 8/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$270
Mon 16/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$272
Sat 14/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$277
Tue 24/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$284
Wed 25/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$288
Fri 3/420:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$291
Fri 27/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$295
Mon 23/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$305
Find flight deals from Queenstown to Sydney
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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 5 December 2025.
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Route
Departure
Return
Price
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Fri 6/3
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 26/3
15:00-19:55
Nonstop2h 55m
$594
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Thu 5/3
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 26/3
15:00-19:55
Nonstop2h 55m
$615
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Wed 4/3
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 26/3
15:00-19:55
Nonstop2h 55m
$615
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Mon 2/3
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 25/3
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
$631
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Thu 29/1
13:35-22:15
1 stop10h 40m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 5/2
15:00-19:55
Nonstop2h 55m
$650
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Thu 22/1
13:35-22:15
1 stop10h 40m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 29/1
15:00-19:55
Nonstop2h 55m
$655
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Fri 30/1
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 5/2
15:00-19:55
Nonstop2h 55m
$664
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Thu 22/1
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 28/1
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
$667
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Mon 2/3
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 22/3
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
$672
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Thu 5/3
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 24/3
06:20-16:50
1 stop8h 30m
$676
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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 28 November 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 $227). Flying from Queenstown to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $473). 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 5 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 29 November 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 5 December 2025.
The most flights from ZQN to SYD are scheduled on a Monday (29 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (29 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.
Melbourne (MEL) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $810.
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 Auckland (AKL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 8h 10m.
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 5 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.
Both my flights from Whangarei to Auckland and Auckland to Vancouver where late by an hour... That created a lot of anxiety that I would make it between flights, and had my husband waiting many hours for me in Vancouver to pick me up. Can there not be another plane on standby for when delays happen. The weather was not stormy, whatever the reason for the delay it happens a lot! Talking to local kiwis. No one is happy about it. The planes are also quite cold. I realise there is a belief that the cold helps one sleep, but that's a myth. It really doesn't. There is a certain warm temperature maybe a touch below body heat that is cosy to sleep. I dressed extra warm, with a t-shit, sweater and feather winter coat, still using the blanket for my legs, to stay warm on the flight back to Vancouver. It was uncomfortable in economy class. Not much room to stretch between two people. Everything else was lovely, the attendants, the food. I wish that there were more signs at the Auckland airport, knowing where to go would have been nice too. When I first landed in Auckland and had to go to domestic, it was my first time after 30 years. I asked someone where do I go? they said follow the line. They didn't say there was a bus, there were no signs saying free bus to and from domestic. It was pouring with rain, my plane again had arrived late from Brisbane, that time, air NZ all the way and I followed the line, hoping it was around the next corner, and the next corner, and the next... arriving soaked! With a few mins to spare to my auckland to whangarei flight. High anxiety that day too. When I went from Vancouver-Auckland-Brisbane. I again was confused with the signs to go international. And walking through the shops, would never have guest that was the way to go. I realise Auckland airport is getting construction done, maybe that will solve the way people go with better signs then. but for now its very confusing. Plus I saw someone purchase maple syrup at customs before their flight, and it was confiscated when they had their carry on bag checked. That doesn't seem right, made not want to purchase anything at customs. If its going to be confiscated. my recharger battery to use on the go to power charge my ipad and phone was confiscated that was over $100, would like my money back. It went from vancouver to brisbane to auckland and whangarei, then whangarei to auckland. but auckland to vancouver my luggage had the lock broken and a note saying they took it. kinda feel violated. Could customs not have called me over and asked me about it, and i could have carried it on in my carryon bag, because it seemed ok when i had it on my carry on, just not my suitcase. I ipad and phone have lithium batteries, didn't seem right. It was for charging when i was up north of newzealand on the beach. taking lots of photos needed it to recharge divices when there was no electricity driving in the car. anyway that was annoying. live and learn.
Both my flights from Whangarei to Auckland and Auckland to Vancouver where late by an hour... That created a lot of anxiety that I would make it between flights, and had my husband waiting many hours for me in Vancouver to pick me up. Can there not be another plane on standby for when delays happen. The weather was not stormy, whatever the reason for the delay it happens a lot! Talking to local kiwis. No one is happy about it. The planes are also quite cold. I realise there is a belief that the cold helps one sleep, but that's a myth. It really doesn't. There is a certain warm temperature maybe a touch below body heat that is cosy to sleep. I dressed extra warm, with a t-shit, sweater and feather winter coat, still using the blanket for my legs, to stay warm on the flight back to Vancouver. It was uncomfortable in economy class. Not much room to stretch between two people. Everything else was lovely, the attendants, the food. I wish that there were more signs at the Auckland airport, knowing where to go would have been nice too. When I first landed in Auckland and had to go to domestic, it was my first time after 30 years. I asked someone where do I go? they said follow the line. They didn't say there was a bus, there were no signs saying free bus to and from domestic. It was pouring with rain, my plane again had arrived late from Brisbane, that time, air NZ all the way and I followed the line, hoping it was around the next corner, and the next corner, and the next... arriving soaked! With a few mins to spare to my auckland to whangarei flight. High anxiety that day too. When I went from Vancouver-Auckland-Brisbane. I again was confused with the signs to go international. And walking through the shops, would never have guest that was the way to go. I realise Auckland airport is getting construction done, maybe that will solve the way people go with better signs then. but for now its very confusing. Plus I saw someone purchase maple syrup at customs before their flight, and it was confiscated when they had their carry on bag checked. That doesn't seem right, made not want to purchase anything at customs. If its going to be confiscated. my recharger battery to use on the go to power charge my ipad and phone was confiscated that was over $100, would like my money back. It went from vancouver to brisbane to auckland and whangarei, then whangarei to auckland. but auckland to vancouver my luggage had the lock broken and a note saying they took it. kinda feel violated. Could customs not have called me over and asked me about it, and i could have carried it on in my carryon bag, because it seemed ok when i had it on my carry on, just not my suitcase. I ipad and phone have lithium batteries, didn't seem right. It was for charging when i was up north of newzealand on the beach. taking lots of photos needed it to recharge divices when there was no electricity driving in the car. anyway that was annoying. live and learn.
Both my flights from Whangarei to Auckland and Auckland to Vancouver where late by an hour... That created a lot of anxiety that I would make it between flights, and had my husband waiting many hours for me in Vancouver to pick me up. Can there not be another plane on standby for when delays happen. The weather was not stormy, whatever the reason for the delay it happens a lot! Talking to local kiwis. No one is happy about it. The planes are also quite cold. I realise there is a belief that the cold helps one sleep, but that's a myth. It really doesn't. There is a certain warm temperature maybe a touch below body heat that is cosy to sleep. I dressed extra warm, with a t-shit, sweater and feather winter coat, still using the blanket for my legs, to stay warm on the flight back to Vancouver. It was uncomfortable in economy class. Not much room to stretch between two people. Everything else was lovely, the attendants, the food. I wish that there were more signs at the Auckland airport, knowing where to go would have been nice too. When I first landed in Auckland and had to go to domestic, it was my first time after 30 years. I asked someone where do I go? they said follow the line. They didn't say there was a bus, there were no signs saying free bus to and from domestic. It was pouring with rain, my plane again had arrived late from Brisbane, that time, air NZ all the way and I followed the line, hoping it was around the next corner, and the next corner, and the next... arriving soaked! With a few mins to spare to my auckland to whangarei flight. High anxiety that day too. When I went from Vancouver-Auckland-Brisbane. I again was confused with the signs to go international. And walking through the shops, would never have guest that was the way to go. I realise Auckland airport is getting construction done, maybe that will solve the way people go with better signs then. but for now its very confusing. Plus I saw someone purchase maple syrup at customs before their flight, and it was confiscated when they had their carry on bag checked. That doesn't seem right, made not want to purchase anything at customs. If its going to be confiscated. my recharger battery to use on the go to power charge my ipad and phone was confiscated that was over $100, would like my money back. It went from vancouver to brisbane to auckland and whangarei, then whangarei to auckland. but auckland to vancouver my luggage had the lock broken and a note saying they took it. kinda feel violated. Could customs not have called me over and asked me about it, and i could have carried it on in my carryon bag, because it seemed ok when i had it on my carry on, just not my suitcase. I ipad and phone have lithium batteries, didn't seem right. It was for charging when i was up north of newzealand on the beach. taking lots of photos needed it to recharge divices when there was no electricity driving in the car. anyway that was annoying. live and learn.
Both my flights from Whangarei to Auckland and Auckland to Vancouver where late by an hour... That created a lot of anxiety that I would make it between flights, and had my husband waiting many hours for me in Vancouver to pick me up. Can there not be another plane on standby for when delays happen. The weather was not stormy, whatever the reason for the delay it happens a lot! Talking to local kiwis. No one is happy about it. The planes are also quite cold. I realise there is a belief that the cold helps one sleep, but that's a myth. It really doesn't. There is a certain warm temperature maybe a touch below body heat that is cosy to sleep. I dressed extra warm, with a t-shit, sweater and feather winter coat, still using the blanket for my legs, to stay warm on the flight back to Vancouver. It was uncomfortable in economy class. Not much room to stretch between two people. Everything else was lovely, the attendants, the food. I wish that there were more signs at the Auckland airport, knowing where to go would have been nice too. When I first landed in Auckland and had to go to domestic, it was my first time after 30 years. I asked someone where do I go? they said follow the line. They didn't say there was a bus, there were no signs saying free bus to and from domestic. It was pouring with rain, my plane again had arrived late from Brisbane, that time, air NZ all the way and I followed the line, hoping it was around the next corner, and the next corner, and the next... arriving soaked! With a few mins to spare to my auckland to whangarei flight. High anxiety that day too. When I went from Vancouver-Auckland-Brisbane. I again was confused with the signs to go international. And walking through the shops, would never have guest that was the way to go. I realise Auckland airport is getting construction done, maybe that will solve the way people go with better signs then. but for now its very confusing. Plus I saw someone purchase maple syrup at customs before their flight, and it was confiscated when they had their carry on bag checked. That doesn't seem right, made not want to purchase anything at customs. If its going to be confiscated. my recharger battery to use on the go to power charge my ipad and phone was confiscated that was over $100, would like my money back. It went from vancouver to brisbane to auckland and whangarei, then whangarei to auckland. but auckland to vancouver my luggage had the lock broken and a note saying they took it. kinda feel violated. Could customs not have called me over and asked me about it, and i could have carried it on in my carryon bag, because it seemed ok when i had it on my carry on, just not my suitcase. I ipad and phone have lithium batteries, didn't seem right. It was for charging when i was up north of newzealand on the beach. taking lots of photos needed it to recharge divices when there was no electricity driving in the car. anyway that was annoying. live and learn.
Both my flights from Whangarei to Auckland and Auckland to Vancouver where late by an hour... That created a lot of anxiety that I would make it between flights, and had my husband waiting many hours for me in Vancouver to pick me up. Can there not be another plane on standby for when delays happen. The weather was not stormy, whatever the reason for the delay it happens a lot! Talking to local kiwis. No one is happy about it. The planes are also quite cold. I realise there is a belief that the cold helps one sleep, but that's a myth. It really doesn't. There is a certain warm temperature maybe a touch below body heat that is cosy to sleep. I dressed extra warm, with a t-shit, sweater and feather winter coat, still using the blanket for my legs, to stay warm on the flight back to Vancouver. It was uncomfortable in economy class. Not much room to stretch between two people. Everything else was lovely, the attendants, the food. I wish that there were more signs at the Auckland airport, knowing where to go would have been nice too. When I first landed in Auckland and had to go to domestic, it was my first time after 30 years. I asked someone where do I go? they said follow the line. They didn't say there was a bus, there were no signs saying free bus to and from domestic. It was pouring with rain, my plane again had arrived late from Brisbane, that time, air NZ all the way and I followed the line, hoping it was around the next corner, and the next corner, and the next... arriving soaked! With a few mins to spare to my auckland to whangarei flight. High anxiety that day too. When I went from Vancouver-Auckland-Brisbane. I again was confused with the signs to go international. And walking through the shops, would never have guest that was the way to go. I realise Auckland airport is getting construction done, maybe that will solve the way people go with better signs then. but for now its very confusing. Plus I saw someone purchase maple syrup at customs before their flight, and it was confiscated when they had their carry on bag checked. That doesn't seem right, made not want to purchase anything at customs. If its going to be confiscated. my recharger battery to use on the go to power charge my ipad and phone was confiscated that was over $100, would like my money back. It went from vancouver to brisbane to auckland and whangarei, then whangarei to auckland. but auckland to vancouver my luggage had the lock broken and a note saying they took it. kinda feel violated. Could customs not have called me over and asked me about it, and i could have carried it on in my carryon bag, because it seemed ok when i had it on my carry on, just not my suitcase. I ipad and phone have lithium batteries, didn't seem right. It was for charging when i was up north of newzealand on the beach. taking lots of photos needed it to recharge divices when there was no electricity driving in the car. anyway that was annoying. live and learn.
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