Cheap flights from Dunedin to Sydney from $253

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 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUD — SYD
7 Sep — 14 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dunedin to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in July or August, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Dunedin to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dunedin (DUD) 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 2 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$563

One-way from

$253

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$820
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 15/10-22/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 15m total
  • Dunedin to Sydney
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 15/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 00m total
  • Dunedin to Sydney
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($64 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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Cheapest flights from Dunedin to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dunedin to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 September 2025.

Wed 15/1018:45DUD - SYD
1 stop15h 30mAir New Zealand
Wed 22/1017:55SYD - DUD
1 stop11h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/9$563
Thu 16/1019:25DUD - SYD
1 stop28h 15mAir New Zealand
Thu 23/1018:05SYD - DUD
1 stop11h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 31/8$571
Thu 16/1019:25DUD - SYD
1 stop28h 15mAir New Zealand
Tue 21/1018:05SYD - DUD
1 stop17h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 31/8$591
Thu 16/1016:45DUD - SYD
1 stop7h 30mJetstar
Thu 23/1006:00SYD - DUD
1 stop7h 45mJetstar
Deal found 1/9$662
Wed 15/1011:50DUD - SYD
1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/1021:45SYD - DUD
1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/8$693
Thu 11/915:45DUD - SYD
1 stop6h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/1012:50SYD - DUD
1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/8$754
Sat 27/915:45DUD - SYD
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/1012:50SYD - DUD
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/8$765

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Dunedin

Fly to

Sydney

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DunedinSydney

DUD - SYD

DUDSYD

Dunedin

Wed 15/10

18:45-08:15

1 stop15h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/10

17:55-07:40

1 stop11h 45m

$563

DunedinSydney

DUD - SYD

DUDSYD

Dunedin

Thu 16/10

19:25-21:40

1 stop28h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/10

18:05-07:40

1 stop11h 35m

$571

DunedinSydney

DUD - SYD

DUDSYD

Dunedin

Thu 16/10

19:25-21:40

1 stop28h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 21/10

18:05-13:05

1 stop17h 00m

$591

DunedinSydney

DUD - SYD

DUDSYD

Dunedin

Thu 16/10

16:45-22:15

1 stop7h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/10

06:00-15:45

1 stop7h 45m

$662

DunedinSydney

DUD - SYD

DUDSYD

Dunedin

Wed 15/10

11:50-21:40

1 stop11h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/10

21:45-15:45

1 stop16h 00m

$693

DunedinSydney

DUD - SYD

DUDSYD

Dunedin

Sat 27/9

15:45-08:30

1 stop18h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 26/10

12:50-08:45

1 stop17h 55m

$765

DunedinSydney

DUD - SYD

DUDSYD

Dunedin

Thu 25/9

15:45-22:15

1 stop8h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 29/10

21:45-15:45

1 stop16h 00m

$769

DunedinSydney

DUD - SYD

DUDSYD

Dunedin

Wed 15/10

10:15-08:15

1 stop24h 00m

$253

DunedinSydney

DUD - SYD

DUDSYD

Dunedin

Tue 14/10

06:05-17:05

1 stop13h 00m

$258

DunedinSydney

DUD - SYD

DUDSYD

Dunedin

Sun 18/1

16:25-08:45

2 stops18h 20m

$345

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Dunedin to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dunedin to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Dunedin to Sydney may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 66 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dunedin to Sydney?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dunedin to Sydney (average of $129). Flying from Dunedin to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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 DUD to SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from Dunedin 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 2 September 2025.

When flying from Dunedin 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 18% versus a flight in the morning.

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 2 September 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Dunedin to Sydney, such as Air New Zealand. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

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  • How long is the flight from Dunedin to Sydney?

    A quick flight from Dunedin to Sydney can take about 7h 30m. Air New Zealand provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $662. The distance from Dunedin to Sydney is about 2089 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Dunedin to Sydney round-trip?

    Flying on Air New Zealand is currently your cheapest option to Sydney, with prices starting at $537. You may be able to fly from Dunedin to Sydney for 34% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dunedin to Sydney?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dunedin to Sydney (average of $129). Flying from Dunedin to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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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