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 26/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — ZQN
8 Feb — 15 Feb1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Queenstown Intl are usually found in May or March, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday
Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Queenstown
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to Queenstown (ZQN). 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 9 January 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 January 2026.
Sun 15/306:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Wed 18/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$419
Fri 1/506:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Fri 15/520:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 6/1$428
Tue 17/315:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Fri 20/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 5/1$437
Wed 25/206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Thu 12/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 6/1$448
Fri 15/506:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Mon 18/517:45ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$451
Mon 2/215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Wed 4/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 6/1$454
Sun 8/306:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Wed 11/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 6/1$455
Wed 25/306:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Wed 1/420:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 5/1$467
Fri 13/306:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Tue 17/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 6/1$469
Wed 11/306:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Wed 18/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$470
Sun 14/606:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Sat 20/617:45ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 8/1$472
Best flights from Sydney to Queenstown
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Sydney to Queenstown that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 9 January 2026.
Fri 1/506:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Fri 15/520:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$430
Wed 25/206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Thu 12/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 6/1$448
Sun 8/306:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Thu 12/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$451
Wed 20/506:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Fri 5/620:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$451
Fri 15/506:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Mon 18/517:45ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$451
Sun 10/506:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Wed 20/520:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 8/1$451
Mon 8/611:50SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Fri 12/620:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 8/1$451
Thu 19/315:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Fri 20/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 8/1$451
Mon 16/315:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Tue 17/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$470
Sun 14/606:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Sat 20/617:45ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 8/1$472
Mon 2/215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Wed 4/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$481
Direct flights from Sydney to Queenstown
Explore direct flight options from Sydney to Queenstown based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 9 January 2026.
Sun 15/306:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Wed 18/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$419
Thu 11/611:50SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Tue 16/617:45ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 8/1$428
Fri 1/506:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Fri 15/520:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$430
Tue 31/311:50SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Sat 4/417:45ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 9/1$434
Wed 25/206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Thu 12/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 6/1$448
Tue 10/315:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Sat 14/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 9/1$449
Fri 15/506:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Mon 18/517:45ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$451
Sun 8/306:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Wed 11/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 9/1$458
Fri 17/406:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Mon 27/417:45ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 9/1$463
Wed 11/306:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Wed 18/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$470
Fri 6/306:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Sun 8/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 8/1$472
Last-minute flights from Sydney to Queenstown
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sydney to Queenstown. Data last updated 9 January 2026 and is based on user searches.
Wed 28/113:20SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$494
Thu 29/115:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Tue 3/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 6/1$513
Fri 30/106:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Wed 4/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$518
Sat 31/115:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Wed 4/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 6/1$507
Sun 1/206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Wed 4/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 6/1$478
Sun 1/206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Fri 6/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 6/1$498
Mon 2/215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Wed 4/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 6/1$454
Wed 25/206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Thu 12/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 6/1$448
One-way flights from Sydney to Queenstown
Search for one-way flight options from Sydney to Queenstown. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 9 January 2026.
Mon 9/315:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 8/1$301
Mon 23/215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 5/1$303
Sun 1/206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 6/1$304
Fri 27/206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 5/1$306
Sun 18/106:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 5/1$310
Fri 30/106:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$313
Thu 5/220:15SYD - ZQN
1 stop10h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$318
Sun 22/206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$319
Wed 28/117:55SYD - ZQN
1 stop13h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$322
Mon 23/321:45SYD - ZQN
1 stop12h 50mJetstar
Deal found 8/1$324
Mon 26/121:45SYD - ZQN
1 stop12h 50mJetstar
Deal found 6/1$325
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to Queenstown 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 9 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to Queenstown that are best for you.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 1/5
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
Queenstown Intl
Fri 15/5
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
$430
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 25/2
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
Queenstown Intl
Thu 12/3
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
$448
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 8/3
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
Queenstown Intl
Thu 12/3
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
$451
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 20/5
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
Queenstown Intl
Fri 5/6
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
$451
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 15/5
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
Queenstown Intl
Mon 18/5
17:45-19:00
Nonstop3h 15m
$451
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 10/5
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 20/5
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
$451
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 8/6
11:50-16:45
Nonstop2h 55m
Queenstown Intl
Fri 12/6
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
$451
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 19/3
15:00-19:55
Nonstop2h 55m
Queenstown Intl
Fri 20/3
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
$451
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 16/3
15:00-19:55
Nonstop2h 55m
Queenstown Intl
Tue 17/3
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
$470
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 14/6
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
Queenstown Intl
Sat 20/6
17:45-19:00
Nonstop3h 15m
$472
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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Queenstown
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney 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 2 January 2026.
The best time to book flights from Sydney 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.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Queenstown?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Queenstown (average of $198). Flying from Sydney to Queenstown in October is currently the most expensive (average of $345). 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 SYD to ZQN?
Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to Queenstown. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 9 January 2026.
When flying from Sydney to Queenstown, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
Weekly flight availability from Sydney to Queenstown
Explore weekly flight availability from Sydney to Queenstown. 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 9 January 2026.
The most flights from SYD to ZQN are scheduled on a Thursday (36 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (25 on average).
How often are flights from Sydney to Queenstown delayed?
About 15% of weekly flights between Sydney and Queenstown have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 101 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney to Queenstown flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney to Queenstown flights?
Over the past year, Virgin Australia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.
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 9 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia from Sydney to Queenstown to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Related info for your journey
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What airports do I use to fly from Sydney to Queenstown?
If you wish to fly to Queenstown from Sydney, then you need to book flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Queenstown Intl. There are 30 flights from Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Queenstown Intl (ZQN) per day to choose from. Flights to Queenstown from Kingsford Smith are available from 5 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 2h 55m is how long a nonstop flight from Sydney to Queenstown Intl typically takes.
How popular is this Sydney to Queenstown flight route?
The Sydney Kingsford Smith to Queenstown Intl flight path was viewed by 5,526 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 Sydney to Queenstown?
A quick flight from Sydney to Queenstown can take about 2h 55m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $430. The distance from Sydney to Queenstown is about 1938 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Queenstown round-trip?
According to our current data, Jetstar ($220), Virgin Australia ($280), and Air New Zealand ($308) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Queenstown. Jetstar is priced at 60% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Queenstown one-way?
For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $217. Users have also found prices from $249 and $255 on Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia, respectively.
What are the most reliable airlines from Sydney to Queenstown?
Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Sydney to Queenstown on time: Hawaiian Airlines (90%), Etihad Airways (87%), Virgin Australia (84%).
What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Queenstown?
On average you can expect to pay $474 for a flight from Sydney to Queenstown. The cheapest flight overall is $269 while the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Queenstown Intl) is currently priced at $428.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Queenstown?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Queenstown 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 Sydney to Queenstown?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Queenstown (average of $198). Flying from Sydney to Queenstown in October is currently the most expensive (average of $345). 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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