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Cheap flights from Queenstown to Sydney from $275

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 8/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZQN — SYD
19 Jan — 26 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Queenstown Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in February or May, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday 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 14 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$442

One-way from

$275

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$780
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 5/4-6/4
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 10m total
  • Queenstown to Sydney
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 8/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 35m total
  • Queenstown to Sydney
High demand for flights, 9% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from Queenstown to Sydney
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 14 January 2025.

Sat 5/420:40ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sun 6/406:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 13/1$442
Wed 12/215:15ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mAir New Zealand
Wed 19/209:05SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 13/1$528
Fri 14/215:05ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mVirgin Australia
Sun 23/209:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 13/1$549
Fri 7/316:05ZQN - SYD
1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/314:40SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1$569
Fri 7/315:30ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mQantas Airways
Fri 14/314:40SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/1$617
Thu 27/215:30ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mEmirates
Thu 6/316:05SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mEmirates
Deal found 13/1$791

Find flights from Queenstown to Sydney within your budget

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 14 January 2025.

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QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Sat 5/4

20:40-21:55

Nonstop3h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 6/4

06:15-11:10

Nonstop2h 55m

$442

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Wed 12/2

15:15-16:35

Nonstop3h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 17/2

09:05-14:05

Nonstop3h 00m

$528

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Fri 14/2

15:05-16:25

Nonstop3h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 23/2

09:15-14:15

Nonstop3h 00m

$549

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Fri 7/3

16:05-17:20

1 stop27h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 14/3

14:40-19:35

Nonstop2h 55m

$569

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Tue 11/2

07:00-08:15

Nonstop3h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 18/2

16:05-21:05

Nonstop3h 00m

$596

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Thu 27/2

15:30-16:45

Nonstop3h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 6/3

16:05-21:05

Nonstop3h 00m

$791

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Sat 8/3

13:35-21:10

1 stop9h 35m

$275

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Tue 6/5

16:10-08:15

1 stop18h 05m

$283

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Sun 30/3

17:40-21:55

1 stop6h 15m

$292

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Mon 17/2

15:30-16:45

Nonstop3h 15m

$301

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Travel insights for flights from Queenstown to Sydney

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Queenstown to Sydney including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 10 January 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 61 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Sydney (average of $129). Flying from Queenstown 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 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 14 January 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Queenstown to Sydney at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 7% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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 14 January 2025.

The most flights from ZQN to SYD are scheduled on a Sunday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (22 on average).

Rainfall in Sydney by month

Plan your trip to Sydney by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sydney ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Sydney when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Sydney by month

Plan your trip to Sydney by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sydney, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

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 14 January 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Queenstown to Sydney, see what other customers have to say about Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
3,343 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

8.1
Very Good
3,343 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,343 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

7.9
Good
484 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,343 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

7.5
Good
818 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,343 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

7.5
Good
433 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,343 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

6.6
Okay
467 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,343 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Queenstown to Sydney. 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 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 24 flights from Queenstown Intl to Sydney per day from 3 airlines.

  • How popular is this Queenstown to Sydney flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Queenstown to Sydney round-trip?

    Currently priced at $442, 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 Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $528 and $549, respectively. Users have found that Jetstar is 27% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Queenstown to Sydney one-way?

    $275 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia, with prices starting from $283 and $292, respectively.

  • 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: Jetstar (91%), Hawaiian Airlines (90%), Virgin Australia( 84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Queenstown to Sydney?

    While on average a flight from Queenstown to Sydney is generally $335, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $184. When looking at the most popular route, (Queenstown Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith), you can expect to pay $528 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Queenstown to Sydney?

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

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Sydney (average of $129). Flying from Queenstown 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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