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 10/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZQN — SYD
15 Oct — 22 Oct1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Queenstown Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in May or June, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Monday
Cheap 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 September 2025.
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 September 2025.
Thu 23/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 29/1006:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$506
Sat 25/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sun 26/1006:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$510
Wed 22/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 29/1006:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$553
Wed 29/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Mon 3/1115:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$557
Thu 16/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 22/1006:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$558
Tue 21/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 28/1015:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$570
Tue 21/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 29/1006:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$572
Wed 29/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 5/1106:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 13/9$577
Tue 28/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 4/1115:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$578
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 September 2025.
Thu 23/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 29/1006:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$506
Thu 23/1007:05ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 25mEmirates
Thu 30/1016:05SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mEmirates
Deal found 14/9$600
Sat 25/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sun 26/1006:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$510
Mon 20/1015:25ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mEmirates
Wed 29/1016:05SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mEmirates
Deal found 14/9$600
Sat 14/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 18/306:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$547
Mon 20/1015:25ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mEmirates
Thu 30/1016:05SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mEmirates
Deal found 14/9$600
Wed 29/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 5/1106:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 13/9$577
Thu 23/1007:05ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 25mEmirates
Fri 31/1016:05SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mEmirates
Deal found 14/9$600
Tue 28/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 4/1115:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$580
Tue 21/1007:05ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 25mEmirates
Thu 30/1016:05SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mEmirates
Deal found 14/9$600
Thu 30/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Thu 6/1115:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$594
Tue 3/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 18/206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$620
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 September 2025.
Thu 23/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 29/1006:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$506
Sat 25/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sun 26/1006:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$510
Sat 14/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 18/306:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$547
Wed 22/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 29/1006:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$553
Wed 29/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Mon 3/1115:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$557
Thu 16/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 22/1006:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$558
Tue 28/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 4/1115:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 12/9$560
Tue 21/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 28/1015:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$570
Last-minute flights from Queenstown to Sydney
Discover last-minute flight deals from Queenstown to Sydney. Data last updated 15 September 2025 and is based on user searches.
Thu 16/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 22/1006:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$558
Tue 21/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 28/1015:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$570
Tue 21/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 29/1006:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$572
Wed 22/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 29/1006:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$553
Thu 23/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 29/1006:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$506
Sat 25/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sun 26/1006:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$510
Tue 28/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 4/1115:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$578
Wed 29/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Mon 3/1115:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$557
Wed 29/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 5/1106:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 13/9$577
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 September 2025.
Tue 10/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$248
Fri 19/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$250
Thu 26/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$253
Wed 25/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$255
Tue 9/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$257
Fri 12/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 13/9$263
Sun 26/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$267
Fri 14/1120:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$270
Fri 27/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$273
Tue 2/1213:35ZQN - SYD
1 stop9h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9$277
Sat 20/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$278
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Queenstown to Sydney that are best for you.
Fly from
Queenstown
Fly to
Sydney
Route
Departure
Return
Price
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Thu 23/10
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 29/10
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
$506
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Sat 25/10
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 26/10
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
$510
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Sat 14/3
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 18/3
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
$547
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Wed 29/10
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 5/11
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
$577
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Tue 28/10
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 4/11
15:00-19:55
Nonstop2h 55m
$580
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Thu 30/10
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 6/11
15:00-19:55
Nonstop2h 55m
$594
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Thu 23/10
07:05-08:30
Nonstop3h 25m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 30/10
16:05-21:05
Nonstop3h 00m
$600
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Mon 20/10
15:25-16:40
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 29/10
16:05-21:05
Nonstop3h 00m
$600
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Mon 20/10
15:25-16:40
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 30/10
16:05-21:05
Nonstop3h 00m
$600
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Thu 23/10
07:05-08:30
Nonstop3h 25m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 31/10
16:05-21:05
Nonstop3h 00m
$600
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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 September 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Queenstown to Sydney, you should look to book at least 50 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Sydney (average of $268). Flying from Queenstown to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 September 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 74% 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 14 September 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. Monday 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 September 2025.
The most flights from ZQN to SYD are scheduled on a Sunday (29 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 on average).
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 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.
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 15 September 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.
Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
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 24 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 2,676 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?
Virgin Australia, at $308, was found to be the cheapest airline from Queenstown to Sydney.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Jetstar and Qantas Airways. Users have found that Virgin Australia is 49% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
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: Virgin Australia (78%), American Airlines (77%), China Airlines( 77%).
What are the cheapest flights from Queenstown to Sydney?
The cheapest flight price from Queenstown to Sydney is $248. On average you can expect to pay $1,113. The most popular route, (Queenstown Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith), can usually be booked for $510.
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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Sydney (average of $268). Flying from Queenstown to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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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Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Queenstown to Sydney. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 15 September 2025.
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