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 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — ZQN
5 Dec — 12 Dec1
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 82 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Queenstown
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 5 November 2025.
Tue 9/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Wed 17/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 4/11$449
Mon 8/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Thu 11/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 2/11$506
Tue 2/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Wed 17/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/11$521
Sat 6/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Wed 17/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 4/11$540
Tue 9/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Tue 16/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 4/11$549
Sun 7/1206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Wed 17/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 4/11$550
Wed 10/1206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Wed 17/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 4/11$552
Thu 11/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Mon 15/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/11$556
Thu 4/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Sat 13/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/11$570
Wed 26/1121:45SYD - ZQN
1 stop12h 50mJetstar
Thu 4/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/11$581
Mon 8/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Thu 18/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 4/11$590
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 5 November 2025.
Tue 9/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Wed 17/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 4/11$449
Fri 27/209:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mVirgin Australia
Sat 7/315:05ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 3/11$510
Sun 22/309:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mAir New Zealand
Wed 1/415:25ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/11$536
Sun 1/206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Thu 5/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/11$480
Tue 17/206:20SYD - ZQN
1 stop8h 30mJetstar
Thu 19/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/11$530
Mon 2/221:45SYD - ZQN
1 stop12h 50mJetstar
Fri 6/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/11$532
Sat 6/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Wed 17/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 4/11$540
Tue 9/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Tue 16/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 4/11$549
Sun 7/1206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Wed 17/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 4/11$550
Wed 10/1206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Wed 17/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 4/11$552
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 5 November 2025.
Tue 9/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Wed 17/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 4/11$449
Sun 1/306:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Wed 4/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/11$460
Sun 8/206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Thu 19/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/11$466
Tue 17/215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Thu 19/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/11$480
Wed 18/206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Sat 21/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 4/11$484
Mon 16/315:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Thu 19/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/11$489
Wed 18/206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Wed 25/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/11$496
Wed 4/209:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11$501
Tue 27/115:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Thu 5/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/11$504
Mon 8/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Thu 11/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 2/11$506
Thu 12/309:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mVirgin Australia
Tue 17/315:05ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 3/11$507
Mon 2/215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Fri 6/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/11$510
Last-minute flights from Sydney to Queenstown
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sydney to Queenstown. Data last updated 5 November 2025 and is based on user searches.
Wed 26/1121:45SYD - ZQN
1 stop12h 50mJetstar
Thu 4/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/11$581
Tue 2/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Wed 17/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/11$521
Tue 2/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Sat 6/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 2/11$540
Thu 4/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Sat 13/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/11$570
Thu 4/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Mon 8/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 4/11$599
Mon 8/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Thu 11/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 2/11$506
Mon 8/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Fri 12/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 2/11$510
Thu 11/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Mon 15/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/11$556
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 5 November 2025.
Thu 4/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 4/11$321
Wed 31/1206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 4/11$323
Mon 19/121:45SYD - ZQN
1 stop12h 50mJetstar
Deal found 4/11$329
Thu 11/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 3/11$330
Fri 28/1106:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 4/11$335
Mon 1/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 3/11$337
Wed 26/1121:45SYD - ZQN
1 stop12h 50mJetstar
Deal found 4/11$338
Wed 11/216:05SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/11$341
Tue 2/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 3/11$343
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 5 November 2025.
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 5 November 2025.
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
Tue 9/12
15:00-19:55
Nonstop2h 55m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 17/12
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
$449
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 1/2
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
Queenstown Intl
Thu 5/2
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
$480
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 27/2
09:15-14:15
Nonstop3h 00m
Queenstown Intl
Sat 7/3
15:05-16:25
Nonstop3h 20m
$510
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 17/2
06:20-16:50
1 stop8h 30m
Queenstown Intl
Thu 19/2
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
$530
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 2/2
21:45-12:35
1 stop12h 50m
Queenstown Intl
Fri 6/2
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
$532
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 22/3
09:00-14:05
Nonstop3h 05m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 1/4
15:25-16:45
Nonstop3h 20m
$536
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 6/12
15:00-19:55
Nonstop2h 55m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 17/12
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
$540
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 9/12
15:00-19:55
Nonstop2h 55m
Queenstown Intl
Tue 16/12
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
$549
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 7/12
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 17/12
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
$550
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 10/12
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 17/12
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
$552
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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 31 October 2025.
The best time to book flights from Sydney to Queenstown is 82 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Queenstown (average of $204). Flying from Sydney to Queenstown in July is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 5 November 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Sydney to Queenstown at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 24% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Sydney to Queenstown?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on 2 November 2025.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Queenstown flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to Queenstown?
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 5 November 2025.
The most flights from SYD to ZQN are scheduled on a Monday (27 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (21 on average).
How often are flights from Sydney to Queenstown delayed?
About 17% of weekly flights between Sydney and Queenstown have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 103 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, Iranian Naft Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with no flights being classified as 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 5 November 2025.
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 22 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 5,763 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 $449. 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 ($257), Virgin Australia ($336), and Emirates ($401) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Queenstown. Jetstar is priced at 55% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
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 (93%), China Airlines (90%), China Eastern (90%).
What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Queenstown?
On average you can expect to pay $1,169 for a flight from Sydney to Queenstown. The cheapest flight overall is $278 while the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Queenstown Intl) is currently priced at $449.
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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Queenstown (average of $204). Flying from Sydney to Queenstown in July is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 5 airlines that operate flights from Sydney to Queenstown. 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 5 November 2025.
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