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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Sydney from $165

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 14/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SYD
4 Jan — 11 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 December 2025.

Thu 25/1206:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sat 17/116:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$535
Tue 23/1215:50AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mJetstar
Sun 11/106:20SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$570
Thu 25/1206:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Tue 30/1218:30SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 4/12$600
Fri 26/1212:45AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 22/119:15SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$602
Sun 14/1212:45AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mJetstar
Tue 30/1218:30SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$606
Wed 17/1206:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/119:15SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$616
Fri 26/1212:45AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mJetstar
Thu 22/106:10SYD - AKL
1 stop6h 35mJetstar
Deal found 4/12$628
Thu 18/1206:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sun 28/1206:20SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 4/12$653
Sat 6/1219:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 35mQantas Airways
Sun 7/1207:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/12$658
Fri 26/1206:05CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 30mEmirates
Thu 22/118:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 00mEmirates
Deal found 2/12$688
Thu 25/1206:05WLG - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mEmirates
Tue 30/1218:40SYD - WLG
Nonstop3h 10mEmirates
Deal found 3/12$720
Thu 25/1206:05WLG - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mQantas Airways
Tue 30/1218:40SYD - WLG
Nonstop3h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/12$732

Find flight deals from New Zealand to Sydney

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Sydney flight deals. Data was last updated 5 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$363

One-way from

$165

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$638

Good round-trip deal

$187 or less

Good one-way deal

$166 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 9/2-16/2
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 30m total
  • New Zealand to Sydney
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  • Jetstar
  • 14/2
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 30m total
  • New Zealand to Sydney
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($19 potential savings vs. average return price).
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HamiltonSydney

HLZ - SYD

HLZSYD

Hamilton

Mon 9/2

13:05-14:35

Nonstop3h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 16/2

07:05-12:05

Nonstop3h 00m

$363

HamiltonSydney

HLZ - SYD

HLZSYD

Hamilton

Mon 2/3

13:05-14:35

Nonstop3h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 7/3

07:05-12:05

Nonstop3h 00m

$407

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Fri 23/1

12:45-14:25

Nonstop3h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 27/1

06:20-11:30

Nonstop3h 10m

$467

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Tue 28/4

12:40-14:30

Nonstop3h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 13/5

09:05-14:10

Nonstop3h 05m

$470

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Wed 21/1

06:15-08:00

Nonstop3h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 30/1

06:20-11:30

Nonstop3h 10m

$475

HamiltonSydney

HLZ - SYD

HLZSYD

Hamilton

Sat 17/1

13:05-14:35

Nonstop3h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 24/1

07:05-12:05

Nonstop3h 00m

$485

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Thu 22/1

06:15-08:00

Nonstop3h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 27/1

06:20-11:30

Nonstop3h 10m

$495

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Fri 27/2

20:00-21:45

Nonstop3h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/3

06:20-11:30

Nonstop3h 10m

$496

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Thu 26/3

16:45-18:25

Nonstop3h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 3/4

18:35-23:40

Nonstop3h 05m

$496

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Mon 9/2

16:45-18:25

Nonstop3h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/2

10:20-15:30

Nonstop3h 10m

$507

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Sydney

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Sydney

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Sydney (average of $138). Flying from New Zealand to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $257). 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 NZ to SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand 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 5 December 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 42% on flights from New Zealand to Sydney by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Zealand to Sydney?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New Zealand to Sydney flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New Zealand to Sydney

Explore weekly flight availability from New Zealand to Sydney. 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 December 2025.

The most flights from NZ0 to SYD are scheduled on a Wednesday (97 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (70 on average).

How often are flights from New Zealand to Sydney delayed?

About 17% of weekly flights between New Zealand and Sydney have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 115 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New Zealand to Sydney flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday 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 New Zealand to Sydney flights?

Over the past year, Emirates have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 3% of flights being delayed.

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 5 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, LATAM Airlines, andQantas Airways from New Zealand to Sydney. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
544 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Annabel,Dec 2025

WRE - AKL

Both my flights from Whangarei to Auckland and Auckland to Vancouver where late by an hour... That created a lot of anxiety that I would make it between flights, and had my husband waiting many hours for me in Vancouver to pick me up. Can there not be another plane on standby for when delays happen. The weather was not stormy, whatever the reason for the delay it happens a lot! Talking to local kiwis. No one is happy about it. The planes are also quite cold. I realise there is a belief that the cold helps one sleep, but that's a myth. It really doesn't. There is a certain warm temperature maybe a touch below body heat that is cosy to sleep. I dressed extra warm, with a t-shit, sweater and feather winter coat, still using the blanket for my legs, to stay warm on the flight back to Vancouver. It was uncomfortable in economy class. Not much room to stretch between two people. Everything else was lovely, the attendants, the food. I wish that there were more signs at the Auckland airport, knowing where to go would have been nice too. When I first landed in Auckland and had to go to domestic, it was my first time after 30 years. I asked someone where do I go? they said follow the line. They didn't say there was a bus, there were no signs saying free bus to and from domestic. It was pouring with rain, my plane again had arrived late from Brisbane, that time, air NZ all the way and I followed the line, hoping it was around the next corner, and the next corner, and the next... arriving soaked! With a few mins to spare to my auckland to whangarei flight. High anxiety that day too. When I went from Vancouver-Auckland-Brisbane. I again was confused with the signs to go international. And walking through the shops, would never have guest that was the way to go. I realise Auckland airport is getting construction done, maybe that will solve the way people go with better signs then. but for now its very confusing. Plus I saw someone purchase maple syrup at customs before their flight, and it was confiscated when they had their carry on bag checked. That doesn't seem right, made not want to purchase anything at customs. If its going to be confiscated. my recharger battery to use on the go to power charge my ipad and phone was confiscated that was over $100, would like my money back. It went from vancouver to brisbane to auckland and whangarei, then whangarei to auckland. but auckland to vancouver my luggage had the lock broken and a note saying they took it. kinda feel violated. Could customs not have called me over and asked me about it, and i could have carried it on in my carryon bag, because it seemed ok when i had it on my carry on, just not my suitcase. I ipad and phone have lithium batteries, didn't seem right. It was for charging when i was up north of newzealand on the beach. taking lots of photos needed it to recharge divices when there was no electricity driving in the car. anyway that was annoying. live and learn.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
544 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
544 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Annabel,Dec 2025

WRE - AKL

Both my flights from Whangarei to Auckland and Auckland to Vancouver where late by an hour... That created a lot of anxiety that I would make it between flights, and had my husband waiting many hours for me in Vancouver to pick me up. Can there not be another plane on standby for when delays happen. The weather was not stormy, whatever the reason for the delay it happens a lot! Talking to local kiwis. No one is happy about it. The planes are also quite cold. I realise there is a belief that the cold helps one sleep, but that's a myth. It really doesn't. There is a certain warm temperature maybe a touch below body heat that is cosy to sleep. I dressed extra warm, with a t-shit, sweater and feather winter coat, still using the blanket for my legs, to stay warm on the flight back to Vancouver. It was uncomfortable in economy class. Not much room to stretch between two people. Everything else was lovely, the attendants, the food. I wish that there were more signs at the Auckland airport, knowing where to go would have been nice too. When I first landed in Auckland and had to go to domestic, it was my first time after 30 years. I asked someone where do I go? they said follow the line. They didn't say there was a bus, there were no signs saying free bus to and from domestic. It was pouring with rain, my plane again had arrived late from Brisbane, that time, air NZ all the way and I followed the line, hoping it was around the next corner, and the next corner, and the next... arriving soaked! With a few mins to spare to my auckland to whangarei flight. High anxiety that day too. When I went from Vancouver-Auckland-Brisbane. I again was confused with the signs to go international. And walking through the shops, would never have guest that was the way to go. I realise Auckland airport is getting construction done, maybe that will solve the way people go with better signs then. but for now its very confusing. Plus I saw someone purchase maple syrup at customs before their flight, and it was confiscated when they had their carry on bag checked. That doesn't seem right, made not want to purchase anything at customs. If its going to be confiscated. my recharger battery to use on the go to power charge my ipad and phone was confiscated that was over $100, would like my money back. It went from vancouver to brisbane to auckland and whangarei, then whangarei to auckland. but auckland to vancouver my luggage had the lock broken and a note saying they took it. kinda feel violated. Could customs not have called me over and asked me about it, and i could have carried it on in my carryon bag, because it seemed ok when i had it on my carry on, just not my suitcase. I ipad and phone have lithium batteries, didn't seem right. It was for charging when i was up north of newzealand on the beach. taking lots of photos needed it to recharge divices when there was no electricity driving in the car. anyway that was annoying. live and learn.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,890 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
544 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Annabel,Dec 2025

WRE - AKL

Both my flights from Whangarei to Auckland and Auckland to Vancouver where late by an hour... That created a lot of anxiety that I would make it between flights, and had my husband waiting many hours for me in Vancouver to pick me up. Can there not be another plane on standby for when delays happen. The weather was not stormy, whatever the reason for the delay it happens a lot! Talking to local kiwis. No one is happy about it. The planes are also quite cold. I realise there is a belief that the cold helps one sleep, but that's a myth. It really doesn't. There is a certain warm temperature maybe a touch below body heat that is cosy to sleep. I dressed extra warm, with a t-shit, sweater and feather winter coat, still using the blanket for my legs, to stay warm on the flight back to Vancouver. It was uncomfortable in economy class. Not much room to stretch between two people. Everything else was lovely, the attendants, the food. I wish that there were more signs at the Auckland airport, knowing where to go would have been nice too. When I first landed in Auckland and had to go to domestic, it was my first time after 30 years. I asked someone where do I go? they said follow the line. They didn't say there was a bus, there were no signs saying free bus to and from domestic. It was pouring with rain, my plane again had arrived late from Brisbane, that time, air NZ all the way and I followed the line, hoping it was around the next corner, and the next corner, and the next... arriving soaked! With a few mins to spare to my auckland to whangarei flight. High anxiety that day too. When I went from Vancouver-Auckland-Brisbane. I again was confused with the signs to go international. And walking through the shops, would never have guest that was the way to go. I realise Auckland airport is getting construction done, maybe that will solve the way people go with better signs then. but for now its very confusing. Plus I saw someone purchase maple syrup at customs before their flight, and it was confiscated when they had their carry on bag checked. That doesn't seem right, made not want to purchase anything at customs. If its going to be confiscated. my recharger battery to use on the go to power charge my ipad and phone was confiscated that was over $100, would like my money back. It went from vancouver to brisbane to auckland and whangarei, then whangarei to auckland. but auckland to vancouver my luggage had the lock broken and a note saying they took it. kinda feel violated. Could customs not have called me over and asked me about it, and i could have carried it on in my carryon bag, because it seemed ok when i had it on my carry on, just not my suitcase. I ipad and phone have lithium batteries, didn't seem right. It was for charging when i was up north of newzealand on the beach. taking lots of photos needed it to recharge divices when there was no electricity driving in the car. anyway that was annoying. live and learn.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
544 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Annabel,Dec 2025

WRE - AKL

Both my flights from Whangarei to Auckland and Auckland to Vancouver where late by an hour... That created a lot of anxiety that I would make it between flights, and had my husband waiting many hours for me in Vancouver to pick me up. Can there not be another plane on standby for when delays happen. The weather was not stormy, whatever the reason for the delay it happens a lot! Talking to local kiwis. No one is happy about it. The planes are also quite cold. I realise there is a belief that the cold helps one sleep, but that's a myth. It really doesn't. There is a certain warm temperature maybe a touch below body heat that is cosy to sleep. I dressed extra warm, with a t-shit, sweater and feather winter coat, still using the blanket for my legs, to stay warm on the flight back to Vancouver. It was uncomfortable in economy class. Not much room to stretch between two people. Everything else was lovely, the attendants, the food. I wish that there were more signs at the Auckland airport, knowing where to go would have been nice too. When I first landed in Auckland and had to go to domestic, it was my first time after 30 years. I asked someone where do I go? they said follow the line. They didn't say there was a bus, there were no signs saying free bus to and from domestic. It was pouring with rain, my plane again had arrived late from Brisbane, that time, air NZ all the way and I followed the line, hoping it was around the next corner, and the next corner, and the next... arriving soaked! With a few mins to spare to my auckland to whangarei flight. High anxiety that day too. When I went from Vancouver-Auckland-Brisbane. I again was confused with the signs to go international. And walking through the shops, would never have guest that was the way to go. I realise Auckland airport is getting construction done, maybe that will solve the way people go with better signs then. but for now its very confusing. Plus I saw someone purchase maple syrup at customs before their flight, and it was confiscated when they had their carry on bag checked. That doesn't seem right, made not want to purchase anything at customs. If its going to be confiscated. my recharger battery to use on the go to power charge my ipad and phone was confiscated that was over $100, would like my money back. It went from vancouver to brisbane to auckland and whangarei, then whangarei to auckland. but auckland to vancouver my luggage had the lock broken and a note saying they took it. kinda feel violated. Could customs not have called me over and asked me about it, and i could have carried it on in my carryon bag, because it seemed ok when i had it on my carry on, just not my suitcase. I ipad and phone have lithium batteries, didn't seem right. It was for charging when i was up north of newzealand on the beach. taking lots of photos needed it to recharge divices when there was no electricity driving in the car. anyway that was annoying. live and learn.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
544 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Annabel,Dec 2025

WRE - AKL

Both my flights from Whangarei to Auckland and Auckland to Vancouver where late by an hour... That created a lot of anxiety that I would make it between flights, and had my husband waiting many hours for me in Vancouver to pick me up. Can there not be another plane on standby for when delays happen. The weather was not stormy, whatever the reason for the delay it happens a lot! Talking to local kiwis. No one is happy about it. The planes are also quite cold. I realise there is a belief that the cold helps one sleep, but that's a myth. It really doesn't. There is a certain warm temperature maybe a touch below body heat that is cosy to sleep. I dressed extra warm, with a t-shit, sweater and feather winter coat, still using the blanket for my legs, to stay warm on the flight back to Vancouver. It was uncomfortable in economy class. Not much room to stretch between two people. Everything else was lovely, the attendants, the food. I wish that there were more signs at the Auckland airport, knowing where to go would have been nice too. When I first landed in Auckland and had to go to domestic, it was my first time after 30 years. I asked someone where do I go? they said follow the line. They didn't say there was a bus, there were no signs saying free bus to and from domestic. It was pouring with rain, my plane again had arrived late from Brisbane, that time, air NZ all the way and I followed the line, hoping it was around the next corner, and the next corner, and the next... arriving soaked! With a few mins to spare to my auckland to whangarei flight. High anxiety that day too. When I went from Vancouver-Auckland-Brisbane. I again was confused with the signs to go international. And walking through the shops, would never have guest that was the way to go. I realise Auckland airport is getting construction done, maybe that will solve the way people go with better signs then. but for now its very confusing. Plus I saw someone purchase maple syrup at customs before their flight, and it was confiscated when they had their carry on bag checked. That doesn't seem right, made not want to purchase anything at customs. If its going to be confiscated. my recharger battery to use on the go to power charge my ipad and phone was confiscated that was over $100, would like my money back. It went from vancouver to brisbane to auckland and whangarei, then whangarei to auckland. but auckland to vancouver my luggage had the lock broken and a note saying they took it. kinda feel violated. Could customs not have called me over and asked me about it, and i could have carried it on in my carryon bag, because it seemed ok when i had it on my carry on, just not my suitcase. I ipad and phone have lithium batteries, didn't seem right. It was for charging when i was up north of newzealand on the beach. taking lots of photos needed it to recharge divices when there was no electricity driving in the car. anyway that was annoying. live and learn.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
488 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
544 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Annabel,Dec 2025

WRE - AKL

Both my flights from Whangarei to Auckland and Auckland to Vancouver where late by an hour... That created a lot of anxiety that I would make it between flights, and had my husband waiting many hours for me in Vancouver to pick me up. Can there not be another plane on standby for when delays happen. The weather was not stormy, whatever the reason for the delay it happens a lot! Talking to local kiwis. No one is happy about it. The planes are also quite cold. I realise there is a belief that the cold helps one sleep, but that's a myth. It really doesn't. There is a certain warm temperature maybe a touch below body heat that is cosy to sleep. I dressed extra warm, with a t-shit, sweater and feather winter coat, still using the blanket for my legs, to stay warm on the flight back to Vancouver. It was uncomfortable in economy class. Not much room to stretch between two people. Everything else was lovely, the attendants, the food. I wish that there were more signs at the Auckland airport, knowing where to go would have been nice too. When I first landed in Auckland and had to go to domestic, it was my first time after 30 years. I asked someone where do I go? they said follow the line. They didn't say there was a bus, there were no signs saying free bus to and from domestic. It was pouring with rain, my plane again had arrived late from Brisbane, that time, air NZ all the way and I followed the line, hoping it was around the next corner, and the next corner, and the next... arriving soaked! With a few mins to spare to my auckland to whangarei flight. High anxiety that day too. When I went from Vancouver-Auckland-Brisbane. I again was confused with the signs to go international. And walking through the shops, would never have guest that was the way to go. I realise Auckland airport is getting construction done, maybe that will solve the way people go with better signs then. but for now its very confusing. Plus I saw someone purchase maple syrup at customs before their flight, and it was confiscated when they had their carry on bag checked. That doesn't seem right, made not want to purchase anything at customs. If its going to be confiscated. my recharger battery to use on the go to power charge my ipad and phone was confiscated that was over $100, would like my money back. It went from vancouver to brisbane to auckland and whangarei, then whangarei to auckland. but auckland to vancouver my luggage had the lock broken and a note saying they took it. kinda feel violated. Could customs not have called me over and asked me about it, and i could have carried it on in my carryon bag, because it seemed ok when i had it on my carry on, just not my suitcase. I ipad and phone have lithium batteries, didn't seem right. It was for charging when i was up north of newzealand on the beach. taking lots of photos needed it to recharge divices when there was no electricity driving in the car. anyway that was annoying. live and learn.

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    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from New Zealand to Sydney are Jetstar ($107), Air New Zealand ($174), and LATAM Airlines ($175).

  • What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to Sydney?

    Most travellers choose Auckland Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith, Wellington - Sydney Kingsford Smith or Christchurch - Sydney Kingsford Smith when deciding on the best route from New Zealand to Sydney.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New Zealand to Sydney?

    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 New Zealand to Sydney on time: Cathay Pacific (86%), Jetstar (73%), LATAM Airlines (71%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New Zealand to Sydney?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $165. While the most popular route (Auckland Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith) can be booked for $399 on average, our data indicates $461 when flying from New Zealand to Sydney.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to Sydney that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Zealand to Sydney flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Sydney?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Zealand to Sydney.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Zealand to Sydney?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to Sydney 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 New Zealand to Sydney?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Sydney (average of $138). Flying from New Zealand to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $257). 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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Top 7 airlines flying from New Zealand to Sydney

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand to Sydney. 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 December 2025.
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JetstarCheapest$193Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China EasternCheapest$210Average$523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapest$228Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$278Average$559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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EmiratesCheapest$302Average$650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$320Average$672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$367Average$673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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