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$305+ Cheap flights to Queenstown

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 15/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— ZQN
1 Jan — 8 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights to Queenstown
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 2 December 2025.

Tue 9/1215:00SYD - ZQN
1 stop23h 40mVirgin Australia
Mon 22/1219:30ZQN - SYD
1 stop14h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 1/12$663
Tue 2/1207:00SYD - ZQN
1 stop7h 40mVirgin Australia
Tue 9/1217:30ZQN - SYD
1 stop6h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 29/11$704
Tue 16/1209:00SYD - ZQN
1 stop7h 35mVirgin Australia
Wed 24/1217:30ZQN - SYD
1 stop6h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 30/11$707
Tue 16/1209:00SYD - ZQN
1 stop7h 35mVirgin Australia
Sat 20/1219:30ZQN - SYD
1 stop24h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 30/11$715
Sun 14/1215:00SYD - ZQN
1 stop23h 40mVirgin Australia
Thu 18/1215:05ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 30/11$719
Tue 16/1209:00SYD - ZQN
1 stop7h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/1215:35ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/11$728
Wed 3/1206:00SYD - ZQN
1 stop8h 40mVirgin Australia
Wed 10/1217:30ZQN - SYD
1 stop6h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 1/12$730
Tue 9/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/1217:30ZQN - SYD
1 stop6h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12$739
Wed 31/1206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/117:30ZQN - SYD
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/11$745

Flights to Queenstown in 2025

Find the latest flights to Queenstown in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 2 December 2025.

Return from

$399

One-way from

$305

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$702

Good round-trip deal

$510 or less

Good one-way deal

$305 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 5/5-15/5
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 10m total
  • Sydney to Queenstown
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/1
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 55m total
  • Sydney to Queenstown
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($62 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in December 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Queenstown Intl.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 22/2

06:15-11:10

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 26/2

13:35-22:15

1 stop10h 40m

$467

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 27/1

15:00-19:55

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 10/2

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

$469

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/3

06:20-16:50

1 stop8h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 5/3

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

$489

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/2

15:00-19:55

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 24/2

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

$518

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 30/1

06:15-11:10

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 3/2

13:35-22:15

1 stop10h 40m

$557

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 22/2

06:15-11:10

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 26/2

11:25-21:45

2 stops12h 20m

$560

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/2

09:00-14:05

Nonstop3h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 11/2

20:25-08:45

1 stop14h 20m

$594

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 21/1

09:15-14:15

Nonstop3h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 28/1

17:30-22:25

1 stop6h 55m

$640

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/2

19:15-10:40

2 stops13h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 24/2

09:20-18:05

1 stop10h 45m

$661

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 22/2

17:55-08:20

1 stop12h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 26/2

11:25-21:45

2 stops12h 20m

$663

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When is the best time to book a flight to Queenstown?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on 28 November 2025.

The best time to book flights to Queenstown is 61 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Queenstown?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on 29 November 2025.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Queenstown should consider flying on Tuesday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Monday evenings, when prices are usually at their highest.

Reviews of airlines servicing Queenstown

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Queenstown. 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 Queenstown. Reviews last updated 2 December 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia to New Zealand to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,432 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,June 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,432 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,432 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,June 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
540 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,432 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,June 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
425 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,432 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,June 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
946 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,432 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,June 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
488 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,432 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,June 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

FAQs about flying to Queenstown

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Queenstown?

    Travellers will need to book flights to Queenstown Intl (ZQN) if they wish to fly to Queenstown. The Queenstown airport is 6.3 km from the city centre. 5 airlines have flights to Queenstown Intl from Sydney on a daily basis. Booking flights to Queenstown Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 27 flights from Sydney per day.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Queenstown if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Queenstown on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Queenstown?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Jetstar is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Queenstown.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Queenstown?

    Queenstown Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Queenstown. One-way flights to Queenstown Intl typically cost $71, while return flights cost around $156.

  • How much is a return flight to Queenstown?

    A return flight to Queenstown will typically cost around $222, however they can be found for as little as $156.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Queenstown depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Queenstown, Melbourne offers the quickest one-way flight (1 hour 0 minutes).

  • Does Queenstown Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Queenstown Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Queenstown Intl?

    Yes. Queenstown Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Brand new with stunning views and lake access. Handy location out of the traffic is the closest property to Queenstown Intl (0.0 km away from Queenstown Intl).

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