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SYD — ZQN
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
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 June, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday
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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 17 September 2026.
Tue 27/1006:15 -
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Fri 30/1020:50 -
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Deal found 15/9$503
Fri 23/1006:15 -
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Tue 27/1020:50 -
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Deal found 15/9$520
Tue 27/1006:15 -
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Tue 3/1120:50 -
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Deal found 13/9$522
Thu 22/1011:35 -
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Mon 26/1015:45 -
Nonstop3h 20m
Deal found 17/9$525
Sun 18/1006:15 -
Nonstop2h 55m
Tue 27/1020:50 -
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Deal found 13/9$532
Tue 27/1006:15 -
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Wed 4/1120:50 -
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Deal found 16/9$534
Sun 11/1006:15 -
Nonstop2h 55m
Fri 16/1020:50 -
Nonstop3h 15m
Deal found 13/9$536
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 17 September 2026.
Tue 27/1006:15 -
Nonstop2h 55m
Fri 30/1020:50 -
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Deal found 15/9$503
Thu 22/1011:35 -
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Sun 1/1107:00 -
1 stop16h 50m
Deal found 14/9$652
Tue 3/1106:15 -
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Tue 10/1120:50 -
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Deal found 14/9$587
Mon 18/106:15 -
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Mon 25/120:50 -
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Deal found 13/9$587
Mon 15/306:15 -
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Tue 30/320:50 -
Nonstop3h 15m
Deal found 12/9$593
Wed 14/1006:15 -
Nonstop2h 55m
Wed 21/1020:50 -
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Deal found 16/9$594
Thu 14/106:15 -
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Mon 18/120:50 -
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Deal found 14/9$608
Tue 15/1206:15 -
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Sun 27/1220:50 -
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Deal found 12/9$657
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Mon 25/120:50 -
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Deal found 13/9$659
Fri 18/1206:15 -
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Fri 25/1220:50 -
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Deal found 13/9$688
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 17 September 2026.
Tue 27/1006:15 -
Nonstop2h 55m
Fri 30/1020:50 -
Nonstop3h 20m
Deal found 15/9$503
Fri 23/1006:15 -
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Tue 27/1020:50 -
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Deal found 15/9$520
Tue 27/1006:15 -
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Tue 3/1120:50 -
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Deal found 13/9$522
Thu 22/1011:35 -
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Mon 26/1015:45 -
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Deal found 17/9$525
Sun 18/1006:15 -
Nonstop2h 55m
Tue 27/1020:50 -
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Deal found 13/9$532
Tue 27/1006:15 -
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Wed 4/1120:50 -
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Deal found 16/9$534
Sun 11/1006:15 -
Nonstop2h 55m
Fri 16/1020:50 -
Nonstop3h 15m
Deal found 13/9$536
Last-minute flights from Sydney to Queenstown
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sydney to Queenstown. Data last updated 17 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
Sun 11/1006:15 -
Nonstop2h 55m
Fri 16/1020:50 -
Nonstop3h 15m
Deal found 13/9$536
Sun 18/1006:15 -
Nonstop2h 55m
Tue 27/1020:50 -
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Deal found 13/9$532
Thu 22/1011:35 -
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Mon 26/1015:45 -
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Deal found 17/9$525
Fri 23/1006:15 -
Nonstop2h 55m
Tue 27/1020:50 -
Nonstop3h 20m
Deal found 15/9$520
Tue 27/1006:15 -
Nonstop2h 55m
Fri 30/1020:50 -
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Deal found 15/9$503
Tue 27/1006:15 -
Nonstop2h 55m
Tue 3/1120:50 -
Nonstop3h 20m
Deal found 13/9$522
Tue 27/1006:15 -
Nonstop2h 55m
Wed 4/1120:50 -
Nonstop3h 20m
Deal found 16/9$534
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 17 September 2026.
Sun 28/206:15 -
Nonstop2h 55m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
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Deal found 13/9$302
Tue 24/1106:15 -
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Deal found 13/9$303
Mon 8/206:15 -
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Wed 31/1200:00 -
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Deal found 15/9$306
Sat 23/106:15 -
Nonstop2h 55m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
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Deal found 15/9$308
Sun 25/1009:00 -
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Wed 31/1200:00 -
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Deal found 16/9$309
Tue 15/1206:15 -
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Wed 31/1200:00 -
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Deal found 16/9$310
Sun 6/1206:15 -
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Deal found 16/9$312
Wed 9/1206:15 -
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Deal found 13/9$313
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Deal found 16/9$315
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Deal found 15/9$316
Thu 4/206:15 -
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Deal found 14/9$317
Wed 13/106:15 -
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Deal found 15/9$319
Find 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 17 September 2026.
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 17 September 2026.
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SydneyQueenstown
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - ZQN Queenstown Intl
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 23/1
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$308
SydneyQueenstown
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - ZQN Queenstown Intl
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 13/2
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$312
SydneyQueenstown
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - ZQN Queenstown Intl
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 16/11
06:30-11:30
Nonstop3h 00m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$315
SydneyQueenstown
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - ZQN Queenstown Intl
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 13/1
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$319
SydneyQueenstown
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - ZQN Queenstown Intl
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 28/10
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$331
SydneyQueenstown
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - ZQN Queenstown Intl
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 14/2
16:05-21:05
Nonstop3h 00m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$341
SydneyQueenstown
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - ZQN Queenstown Intl
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 9/2
06:10-19:55
1 stop11h 45m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$360
SydneyQueenstown
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - ZQN Queenstown Intl
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 11/11
07:30-16:35
1 stop7h 05m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$361
SydneyQueenstown
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - ZQN Queenstown Intl
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 3/11
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$389
SydneyQueenstown
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - ZQN Queenstown Intl
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 15/12
06:10-19:55
1 stop11h 45m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$397
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Queenstown
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Queenstown?
The best time to book flights from Sydney to Queenstown is 38 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Queenstown (average of $494). Flying from Sydney to Queenstown in December is currently the most expensive (average of $734). 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 17 September 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.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to Queenstown?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Sydney to Queenstown flights typically cost between $493 and $737 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $503 on Jetstar (27 Oct–30 Oct).
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 17 September 2026.
The most flights from SYD to ZQN are scheduled on a Wednesday (29 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 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 96 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, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% 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 17 September 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.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Related info for your journey
Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Queenstown. 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 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 4,040 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 $503. 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 ($267), Virgin Australia ($284), and Air New Zealand ($286) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Queenstown. Jetstar is priced at 54% 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 $241. Users have also found prices from $269 and $284 on Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand, 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: China Airlines (92%), China Eastern (92%), Malaysia Airlines (92%).
What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Queenstown?
On average you can expect to pay $960 for a flight from Sydney to Queenstown. The cheapest flight overall is $291 while the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Queenstown Intl) is currently priced at $513.
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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Queenstown (average of $494). Flying from Sydney to Queenstown in December is currently the most expensive (average of $734). 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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