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Cheap flights from Queenstown to Sydney from $260

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 7/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZQN — SYD
31 Mar — 7 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Queenstown Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in May or February, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Sunday

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 26 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$476

One-way from

$260

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$625

Good round-trip deal

$1,228 or less

Good one-way deal

$455 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 9/5-16/5
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 10m total
  • Queenstown to Sydney
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 7/9
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 15m total
  • Queenstown to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($130 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($34 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Queenstown Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Queenstown Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
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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 26 March 2025.

Wed 14/520:40ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 21/506:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 26/3$477
Fri 9/514:25ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mVirgin Australia
Fri 16/508:30SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/3$592
Fri 4/417:40ZQN - SYD
1 stop6h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/406:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3$629
Wed 1/1011:25ZQN - SYD
1 stop8h 15mAir New Zealand
Wed 29/1019:15SYD - ZQN
1 stop11h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/3$826
Sat 10/515:25ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mEmirates
Sat 17/519:30SYD - ZQN
1 stop15h 10mEmirates
Deal found 26/3$1,069

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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 26 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Queenstown to Sydney that are best for you.

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Queenstown

Fly to

Sydney

Route

Departure

Return

Price

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Wed 14/5

20:40-21:55

Nonstop3h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 21/5

06:15-11:10

Nonstop2h 55m

$477

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Fri 9/5

14:25-15:45

Nonstop3h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 16/5

08:30-13:30

Nonstop3h 00m

$592

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Sat 5/4

17:40-08:25

1 stop16h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/4

06:15-11:10

Nonstop2h 55m

$651

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Wed 21/5

11:25-21:40

2 stops12h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 28/5

17:55-09:40

1 stop13h 45m

$829

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Sat 10/5

15:25-16:40

Nonstop3h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 17/5

09:35-14:30

Nonstop2h 55m

$968

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Sun 7/9

20:40-21:55

Nonstop3h 15m

$260

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Thu 29/5

12:40-17:50

1 stop7h 10m

$298

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Thu 3/4

17:40-21:55

1 stop6h 15m

$303

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Fri 30/5

16:50-09:35

1 stop18h 45m

$327

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Mon 26/5

08:55-08:15

1 stop25h 20m

$368

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Best time to book a flight from Queenstown to Sydney

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Queenstown to Sydney

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 21 March 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Queenstown to Sydney, you should look to book at least 84 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 26 March 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 at midday, which can drop the price by up to 39% 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 23 March 2025.

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

Rainfall in Sydney by month

Plan your trip to Sydney by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sydney ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Sydney when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Sydney by month

Plan your trip to Sydney by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sydney, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

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 26 March 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Queenstown to Sydney, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
456 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
811 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,749 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
395 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

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

  • 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 15 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 2,213 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Queenstown to Sydney round-trip?

    Jetstar, at $476, 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 26% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $260 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Virgin Australia and LATAM Airlines, with prices starting from $303 and $327, 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 (95%), Virgin Australia (92%), Jetstar( 90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Queenstown to Sydney?

    The cheapest flight price from Queenstown to Sydney is $242. On average you can expect to pay $1,145. The most popular route, (Queenstown Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith), can usually be booked for $488.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Queenstown to Sydney?

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

  • 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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Fly from Queenstown to Sydney on these airlines

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Top 4 airlines flying from Queenstown to Sydney

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 26 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$299Average$695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$305Average$638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$358Average$734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$366Average$806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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