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Air New Zealand flights from Sydney to Queenstown (SYD - ZQN)

SYD — ZQN
4 May — 11 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights users flying from Sydney to Queenstown on Air New Zealand typically fly into Queenstown Intl and depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Select your dates above for pricing.

Air New Zealand flights from Sydney to Queenstown in 2025

Find detailed information about Air New Zealand flights from Sydney to Queenstown. Explore the options provided by Air New Zealand to plan your journey from Sydney to Queenstown. Data last updated 29 April 2025.

One-way from

$350

Return from

$536

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price (all airlines)

$595
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 28/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 45m total
  • Sydney to Queenstown
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 22/6-24/6
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 25m total
  • Sydney to Queenstown
Highest demand for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Queenstown Intl; 10% potential price increase.
Best time to find cheap flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Queenstown Intl; 2% potential price drop.
Average price for all Sydney Kingsford Smith to Queenstown Intl flights (one-way and round-trip).
  • Can I get a flight from Sydney to Queenstown on Air New Zealand for under $400?

    Sydney to Queenstown flights on Air New Zealand are currently available under $400. 1 flights have been found by Cheapflights users under that amount. To find flights for your dates, click here.

  • How do most travelers feel about Air New Zealand?

    Cheapflights users who travel with Air New Zealand (a popular airline from Sydney to Queenstown) have rated them a 6.6/10. This rating comes from 438 reviews. If you are looking to travel SYD-ZQN, search your dates above.

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Cheapest Air New Zealand flights from Sydney to Queenstown
Explore the most affordable Air New Zealand flight options available from Sydney to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares with prices last updated on 29 April 2025.

Mon 26/517:55SYD - ZQN
1 stop12h 30mAir New Zealand
Sat 31/514:15ZQN - SYD
1 stop9h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 29/4$632

Travel insights for Air New Zealand flights from Sydney to Queenstown

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Queenstown with Air New Zealand?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

Booking with Air New Zealand 20 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sydney to Queenstown. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, the most affordable month to book a Air New Zealand flight from Sydney to Queenstown in August, with an average price of $273. Conversely, traveling with Air New Zealand from Sydney to Queenstown in July will be the most expensive, with an average cost of $426. Various factors influence flight prices, so comparing airlines, departure airports, and times can help reduce costs.

Rainfall in Queenstown by month

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

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

Temperature in Queenstown by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Queenstown, 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).

Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Queenstown

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