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Flights to Wanaka in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Wanaka

Tue 27/1006:15 -
Nonstop2h 55m
Fri 30/1020:50 -
Nonstop3h 20m
Deal found 15/9$502
Tue 27/1006:15 -
Nonstop2h 55m
Tue 3/1120:50 -
Nonstop3h 20m
Deal found 11/9$509
Sun 18/1006:15 -
Nonstop2h 55m
Tue 27/1020:50 -
Nonstop3h 20m
Deal found 13/9$531
Tue 27/1006:15 -
Nonstop2h 55m
Wed 4/1120:50 -
Nonstop3h 20m
Deal found 14/9$532
Fri 11/1206:15 -
Nonstop2h 55m
Mon 21/1220:50 -
Nonstop3h 20m
Deal found 15/9$534
Sun 11/1006:15 -
Nonstop2h 55m
Fri 16/1020:50 -
Nonstop3h 15m
Deal found 13/9$535

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Return from

$500

One-way from

$303

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$595
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 27/10-3/11
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 15m total
  • Sydney to Queenstown
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 24/11-31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 55m total
  • Sydney to Wanaka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($58 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average return price).
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SydneyQueenstown

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - ZQN Queenstown Intl

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 25/11

06:15-11:10

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$310

SydneyQueenstown

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - ZQN Queenstown Intl

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 10/12

06:15-11:10

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$314

SydneyQueenstown

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - ZQN Queenstown Intl

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 21/10

08:30-13:30

Nonstop3h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$324

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

Wed 28/10

09:15-14:15

Nonstop3h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$336

SydneyQueenstown

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - ZQN Queenstown Intl

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 27/11

14:05-10:50

2 stops18h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$349

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

$360

SydneyQueenstown

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - ZQN Queenstown Intl

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 14/12

06:15-11:10

Nonstop2h 55m

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 10/11

06:25-16:15

1 stop7h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$371

SydneyQueenstown

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - ZQN Queenstown Intl

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 27/11

16:05-21:05

Nonstop3h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$377

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Wanaka

How long is the flight to Wanaka?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Wanaka takes 2 hours 55 minutes. Flights to Wanaka from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Wanaka

The most flights from Sydney to Wanaka are scheduled on a Monday (23 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Wanaka?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Wanaka are Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand.

Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia
From $248
Jetstar
Jetstar
From $225
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From $286
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $288

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Wanaka?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Wanaka are Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand.

Rainfall in Wanaka by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Wanaka ranges from 50.0 - 80.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 80.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Wanaka when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Wanaka by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Wanaka, 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 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 3.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Wanaka

See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia to New Zealand have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,661 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,661 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,661 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
669 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,661 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

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.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
475 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,661 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,098 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,661 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

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.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
569 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,661 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

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.

FAQs about flying to Wanaka

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Wanaka if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Wanaka on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Wanaka?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Jetstar is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Wanaka.

  • How much is a return flight to Wanaka?

    A return flight to Wanaka will typically cost around $199, however they can be found for as little as $73.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Wanaka depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Wanaka, Canberra offers the quickest one-way flight (0 hours 35 minutes).

  • Does Queenstown Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Queenstown Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Queenstown Intl?

    Yes. Queenstown Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Luxury villa & carpark, retreat close to everything is the closest property to Queenstown Intl (0.0 km away from Queenstown Intl).

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