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 26/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZQN — SYD
30 Nov — 7 Dec1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Queenstown Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in February or May, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday
Cheap flight deals from Queenstown to Sydney
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Queenstown (ZQN) 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 31 October 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Queenstown to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 October 2025.
Thu 4/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Mon 8/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 30/10$477
Tue 9/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 10/1206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 28/10$478
Thu 25/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 31/1206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$510
Thu 4/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 10/1206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 28/10$534
Thu 4/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 9/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$563
Tue 11/1120:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sun 16/1106:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 28/10$579
Tue 9/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1217:55SYD - ZQN
1 stop13h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/10$594
Best flights from Queenstown to Sydney
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Queenstown to Sydney that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 31 October 2025.
Thu 4/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Mon 8/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 30/10$477
Fri 20/217:30ZQN - SYD
1 stop6h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 22/206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10$585
Fri 20/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sun 22/206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 30/10$487
Thu 25/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 31/1206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 30/10$530
Wed 24/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 31/1206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$534
Thu 4/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 10/1206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 28/10$534
Mon 2/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Mon 9/221:45SYD - ZQN
1 stop12h 50mJetstar
Deal found 30/10$554
Mon 2/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sun 8/206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 30/10$556
Fri 27/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 3/315:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$570
Tue 11/1120:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sun 16/1106:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 28/10$579
Sat 7/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Fri 13/206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 30/10$588
Direct flights from Queenstown to Sydney
Explore direct flight options from Queenstown to Sydney based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 31 October 2025.
Thu 4/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Mon 8/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 30/10$477
Tue 9/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 10/1206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 28/10$478
Thu 25/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 31/1206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$510
Thu 4/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 10/1206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 28/10$534
Thu 4/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 9/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$563
Tue 11/1120:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sun 16/1106:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 28/10$579
Wed 28/120:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/209:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10$585
Thu 25/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 30/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 30/10$617
Wed 24/1215:30ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mQantas Airways
Tue 30/1216:05SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 29/10$641
Last-minute flights from Queenstown to Sydney
Discover last-minute flight deals from Queenstown to Sydney. Data last updated 31 October 2025 and is based on user searches.
Sat 8/1120:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1118:50SYD - ZQN
1 stop21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10$889
Sat 8/1120:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 12/1106:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$941
Sat 8/1120:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1120:10SYD - ZQN
1 stop17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10$984
Sat 8/1114:35ZQN - SYD
2 stops20h 10mAir New Zealand
Wed 12/1118:50SYD - ZQN
1 stop21h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 29/10$1,098
Sat 8/1107:00ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mQantas Airways
Sun 9/1116:05SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 30/10$1,179
Sat 8/1120:30ZQN - SYD
1 stop24h 15mEmirates
Sun 9/1122:00SYD - ZQN
2 stops15h 35mEmirates
Deal found 30/10$1,402
One-way flights from Queenstown to Sydney
Search for one-way flight options from Queenstown to Sydney. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 31 October 2025.
Thu 26/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 30/10$199
Wed 11/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 30/10$206
Fri 6/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 30/10$207
Fri 20/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$210
Wed 4/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 30/10$212
Wed 17/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 28/10$213
Tue 3/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 31/10$216
Fri 12/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$219
Mon 15/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 30/10$221
Mon 9/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$222
Mon 16/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 30/10$227
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customise your flight search to find flights from Queenstown to Sydney 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 31 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Queenstown to Sydney that are best for you.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Thu 4/12
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 8/12
15:00-19:55
Nonstop2h 55m
$477
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Fri 20/2
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 22/2
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
$487
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Thu 25/12
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
$530
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Wed 24/12
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
$534
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Thu 4/12
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 10/12
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
$534
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Mon 2/2
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 9/2
21:45-12:35
1 stop12h 50m
$554
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Mon 2/2
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 8/2
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
$556
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Fri 27/2
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 3/3
15:00-19:55
Nonstop2h 55m
$570
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Tue 11/11
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 16/11
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
$579
QueenstownSydney
ZQN - SYD
ZQNSYD
Queenstown Intl
Fri 20/2
17:30-22:25
1 stop6h 55m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 22/2
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
$585
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Best time to book a flight from Queenstown to Sydney
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Queenstown to Sydney?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Queenstown to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 24 October 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from Queenstown to Sydney may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 72 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 Queenstown to Sydney?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Sydney (average of $199). Flying from Queenstown to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $361). 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 ZQN to SYD?
Find hourly flight availability from Queenstown 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 31 October 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Queenstown to Sydney in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 42% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Queenstown to Sydney?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Queenstown to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 26 October 2025.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Queenstown to Sydney flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Queenstown to Sydney
Explore weekly flight availability from Queenstown 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 31 October 2025.
The most flights from ZQN to SYD are scheduled on a Monday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (22 on average).
How often are flights from Queenstown to Sydney delayed?
About 17% of weekly flights between Queenstown and Sydney have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 124 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Queenstown to Sydney flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Queenstown to Sydney flights?
Over the past year, China Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% 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 31 October 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Queenstown to Sydney have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Related info for your journey
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What airports do I use to fly from Queenstown to Sydney?
If you book a flight from Queenstown to Sydney, you will be flying from Queenstown Intl to Kingsford Smith. Flights to Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) from Queenstown Intl (ZQN) take 3h 15m for a nonstop flight. There are 25 flights from Queenstown Intl to Sydney per day from 3 airlines.
How popular is this Queenstown to Sydney flight route?
This flight path from Queenstown Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith was viewed by 520 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 Queenstown to Sydney?
Airlines like Jetstar fly from Queenstown to Sydney in about 3h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance between Queenstown and Sydney is about 1938 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Queenstown to Sydney round-trip?
Currently priced at $222, Jetstar will fly you from Queenstown to Sydney and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $280 and $420, respectively. Users have found that Jetstar is 60% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the most reliable airlines from Queenstown to Sydney?
Before booking your flight to Sydney from Queenstown, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Qatar Airways (80%), American Airlines (78%), China Airlines( 78%).
What are the cheapest flights from Queenstown to Sydney?
While on average a flight from Queenstown to Sydney is generally $299, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $185. When looking at the most popular route, (Queenstown Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith), you can expect to pay $477 for that flight.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Queenstown to Sydney?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Queenstown 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 Queenstown to Sydney?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Sydney (average of $199). Flying from Queenstown to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $361). 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.
Browse through other flights departing from Queenstown. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 31 October 2025.
Explore flights to Sydney departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 31 October 2025.
Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Queenstown 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 31 October 2025.
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