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SYD — ZQN
23 Jan — 30 Jan1
Return
1 adult
Economy
The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Queenstown Intl are usually found in May or June, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday
Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Queenstown
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to Queenstown (ZQN). 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 18 January 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 January 2025.
Fri 20/608:30SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mVirgin Australia
Sun 22/614:25ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/1$481
Wed 3/906:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Tue 9/920:40ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 16/1$491
Fri 13/609:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mAir New Zealand
Sun 15/615:25ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/1$511
Fri 13/608:30SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 18/620:40ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$540
Thu 5/616:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mQantas Airways
Fri 13/615:25ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/1$609
Tue 21/116:05SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mEmirates
Thu 13/207:00ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mEmirates
Deal found 18/1$767
Best flights from Sydney to Queenstown
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Sydney to Queenstown that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 18 January 2025.
Tue 1/406:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Thu 3/420:40ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 18/1$500
Sun 16/309:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mVirgin Australia
Thu 20/315:05ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/1$504
Sun 30/307:20SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/420:40ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$545
Mon 24/209:05SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mAir New Zealand
Thu 27/210:25ZQN - SYD
1 stop23h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/1$613
Sat 8/216:05SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mQantas Airways
Wed 12/207:00ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/1$636
Sun 9/216:05SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mEmirates
Wed 12/207:00ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mEmirates
Deal found 18/1$640
Direct flights from Sydney to Queenstown
Explore direct flight options from Sydney to Queenstown based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 18 January 2025.
Tue 1/406:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Thu 3/420:40ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 18/1$500
Sun 16/309:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mVirgin Australia
Thu 20/315:05ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/1$504
Sun 30/307:20SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/420:40ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$545
Mon 17/209:05SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mAir New Zealand
Mon 24/215:15ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/1$597
Tue 4/316:05SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mQantas Airways
Sat 8/307:00ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/1$629
Sun 9/216:05SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mEmirates
Wed 12/207:00ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mEmirates
Deal found 18/1$640
Last-minute flights from Sydney to Queenstown
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sydney to Queenstown. Data last updated 18 January 2025 and is based on user searches.
Wed 22/121:30SYD - ZQN
1 stop17h 10mVirgin Australia
Sun 26/114:00ZQN - SYD
1 stop6h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/1$686
Fri 24/113:00SYD - ZQN
1 stop25h 40mVirgin Australia
Sun 26/114:00ZQN - SYD
1 stop20h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/1$717
Fri 24/113:00SYD - ZQN
1 stop25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/207:00ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$763
Fri 24/116:05SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mQantas Airways
Wed 12/207:00ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/1$767
Fri 24/116:05SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mEmirates
Fri 31/107:00ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mEmirates
Deal found 16/1$1,138
Tue 28/119:15SYD - ZQN
2 stops18h 05mAir New Zealand
Tue 4/208:15ZQN - SYD
1 stop25h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/1$1,004
Sat 8/216:05SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mQantas Airways
Wed 12/207:00ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/1$636
Sun 9/216:05SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mEmirates
Wed 12/207:00ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mEmirates
Deal found 18/1$640
Mon 17/209:05SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mAir New Zealand
Mon 24/215:15ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/1$597
Mon 24/206:25SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/215:15ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$574
Mon 24/206:25SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Sat 1/312:20ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 17/1$724
One-way flights from Sydney to Queenstown
Search for one-way flight options from Sydney to Queenstown. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 18 January 2025.
Wed 26/214:40SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 18/1$340
Sun 23/309:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/1$347
Tue 21/116:05SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/1$375
Sat 8/217:45SYD - ZQN
1 stop13h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/1$386
Wed 19/316:20SYD - ZQN
1 stop18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$393
Tue 11/216:05SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mEmirates
Deal found 18/1$459
Find flights from Sydney to Queenstown within your budget
Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to Queenstown 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 18 January 2025.
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SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 1/4
06:15-11:10
Nonstop2h 55m
Queenstown Intl
Thu 3/4
20:40-21:55
Nonstop3h 15m
$500
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 16/3
09:15-14:15
Nonstop3h 00m
Queenstown Intl
Thu 20/3
15:05-16:25
Nonstop3h 20m
$504
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 30/3
07:20-12:20
Nonstop3h 00m
Queenstown Intl
Thu 10/4
20:40-21:55
Nonstop3h 15m
$545
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 17/2
09:05-14:05
Nonstop3h 00m
Queenstown Intl
Mon 24/2
15:15-16:35
Nonstop3h 20m
$597
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 8/2
16:05-21:05
Nonstop3h 00m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 12/2
07:00-08:15
Nonstop3h 15m
$636
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 9/2
16:05-21:05
Nonstop3h 00m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 12/2
07:00-08:15
Nonstop3h 15m
$640
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 22/2
14:40-19:35
Nonstop2h 55m
$338
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 23/3
09:15-14:15
Nonstop3h 00m
$347
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 14/2
11:40-09:05
1 stop19h 25m
$356
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 31/1
09:05-14:05
Nonstop3h 00m
$357
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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Queenstown
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Estimated return price
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Travel insights for flights from Sydney to Queenstown
Get recent, data-driven insights about 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?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sydney to Queenstown, you should look to book at least 49 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Queenstown?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Queenstown (average of $114). Flying from Sydney to Queenstown in February is currently the most expensive (average of $189). 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 SYD to ZQN?
Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to Queenstown. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 January 2025.
It’s optimal to fly from Sydney to Queenstown at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 30% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.
Weekly flight availability from Sydney to Queenstown
Explore weekly flight availability from Sydney to Queenstown. 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 18 January 2025.
The most flights from SYD to ZQN are scheduled on a Saturday (31 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (21 on average).
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).
Reviews of airlines servicing Queenstown
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Queenstown. 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 Queenstown. Reviews last updated 18 January 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Emirates and Air New Zealand from Sydney to Queenstown have to say. 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.
It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Related info for your journey
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What airports do I use to fly from Sydney to Queenstown?
Booking a flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Queenstown Intl (ZQN) is your only option if you wish to fly from Sydney to Queenstown. On a typical day, there are 25 flights from Kingsford Smith to Queenstown Intl, all of which are around 2h 55m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 2 airlines when you book a flight from Kingsford Smith to Queenstown.
How popular is this Sydney to Queenstown flight route?
Flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Queenstown Intl have been viewed 63 times in the past calendar month.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Queenstown round-trip?
According to our current data, Jetstar ($500), Virgin Australia ($504), and Air New Zealand ($613) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Queenstown. These flights start at 22% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Queenstown one-way?
$340 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $347 and $375, respectively.
What are the most reliable airlines from Sydney to Queenstown?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Sydney to Queenstown are United Airlines (92%), Air New Zealand (92%) and Etihad Airways (91%).
What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Queenstown?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $306. While the most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Queenstown Intl) can be booked for $481 on average our data indicates $324 when flying from Sydney to Queenstown.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Queenstown?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Queenstown 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 Sydney to Queenstown?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Queenstown (average of $114). Flying from Sydney to Queenstown in February is currently the most expensive (average of $189). 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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