Cheap flights from Sydney to Queenstown from $190

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Jetstar Logo
6:15 am - 11:10 amSYD-ZQN
2h 55mnonstop
Jetstar Logo
8:50 pm - 10:05 pmZQN-SYD
3h 15mnonstop
$279Jetstar
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Sun, Oct 26 - Fri, Oct 31
Jetstar Logo
6:15 am - 11:10 amSYD-ZQN
2h 55mnonstop
Jetstar Logo
8:50 pm - 10:05 pmZQN-SYD
3h 15mnonstop
$284Jetstar
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Wed, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 5
Air New Zealand Logo
9:15 am - 2:20 pmSYD-ZQN
3h 05mnonstop
Air New Zealand Logo
3:35 pm - 4:55 pmZQN-SYD
3h 20mnonstop
$358Air New Zealand
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Mon, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 27
Emirates Logo
4:15 pm - 9:15 pmSYD-ZQN
3h 00mnonstop
Emirates Logo
7:05 am - 8:30 amZQN-SYD
3h 25mnonstop
$399Emirates
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Fri, Oct 10 - Fri, Oct 17
Virgin Australia Logo
9:15 am - 2:15 pmSYD-ZQN
3h 00mnonstop
Virgin Australia Logo
5:30 pm - 10:25 pmZQN-SYD
6h 55m1 stop
$401Virgin Australia
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Sat, Feb 14 - Wed, Feb 18
Air New Zealand Logo
9:55 am - 9:15 pmSYD-ZQN
9h 20m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
3:35 pm - 4:55 pmZQN-SYD
3h 20mnonstop
$406Air New Zealand
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Mon, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 27
Emirates Logo
4:15 pm - 9:15 pmSYD-ZQN
3h 00mnonstop
Emirates Logo
7:00 am - 8:20 amZQN-SYD
3h 20mnonstop
$407Emirates
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Thu, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 27
Qantas Airways Logo
4:15 pm - 9:15 pmSYD-ZQN
3h 00mnonstop
Qantas Airways Logo
7:00 am - 8:20 amZQN-SYD
3h 20mnonstop
$420Qantas Airways
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Thu, Oct 16 - Thu, Nov 13
Qantas Airways Logo
4:15 pm - 9:15 pmSYD-ZQN
3h 00mnonstop
Qantas Airways Logo
7:05 am - 8:30 amZQN-SYD
3h 25mnonstop
$421Qantas Airways
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Sat, Oct 11 - Fri, Oct 17
Virgin Australia Logo
9:15 am - 2:15 pmSYD-ZQN
3h 00mnonstop
Virgin Australia Logo
2:00 pm - 6:55 pmZQN-SYD
6h 55m1 stop
$423Virgin Australia
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Sat, Feb 14 - Tue, Feb 24

Jetstar flights from Sydney to Queenstown

Our best Jetstar deals on Sydney to Queenstown flight tickets
Jetstar
Oct 26
SYD6:15 amSydney Kingsford Smith
2h 55m
ZQN11:10 amQueenstown Intl
Oct 31
ZQN8:50 pmQueenstown Intl
3h 15m
SYD10:05 pmSydney Kingsford Smith
Jetstar
Oct 29
SYD6:15 amSydney Kingsford Smith
2h 55m
ZQN11:10 amQueenstown Intl
Nov 5
ZQN8:50 pmQueenstown Intl
3h 15m
SYD10:05 pmSydney Kingsford Smith
Jetstar
Oct 29
SYD6:15 amSydney Kingsford Smith
2h 55m
ZQN11:10 amQueenstown Intl
Nov 5
ZQN8:50 pmQueenstown Intl
3h 15m
SYD10:05 pmSydney Kingsford Smith

Air New Zealand flights from Sydney to Queenstown

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Sydney to Queenstown flight tickets
Air New Zealand
Oct 13
SYD9:15 amSydney Kingsford Smith
3h 05m
ZQN2:20 pmQueenstown Intl
Oct 27
ZQN3:35 pmQueenstown Intl
3h 20m
SYD4:55 pmSydney Kingsford Smith
Air New Zealand
Oct 13
SYD9:55 amSydney Kingsford Smith
9h 20m
1 stop
ZQN9:15 pmQueenstown Intl
Oct 27
ZQN3:35 pmQueenstown Intl
3h 20m
SYD4:55 pmSydney Kingsford Smith
Air New Zealand
Sep 21
SYD9:15 amSydney Kingsford Smith
3h 05m
ZQN2:20 pmQueenstown Intl
Sep 22
ZQN8:25 pmQueenstown Intl
14h 20m
1 stop
SYD8:45 amSydney Kingsford Smith

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SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 10/26

6:15 am-11:10 am

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 10/31

8:50 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$279

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/29

6:15 am-11:10 am

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 11/5

8:50 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$284

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 10/13

9:15 am-2:20 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 10/27

3:35 pm-4:55 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$358

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 10/10

4:15 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 10/17

7:05 am-8:30 am

Nonstop3h 25m

$399

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 2/14

9:15 am-2:15 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 2/18

5:30 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$401

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 10/13

9:55 am-9:15 pm

1 stop9h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 10/27

3:35 pm-4:55 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$406

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 10/23

4:15 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 10/27

7:00 am-8:20 am

Nonstop3h 20m

$407

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 10/16

4:15 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 11/13

7:00 am-8:20 am

Nonstop3h 20m

$420

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 10/11

4:15 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 10/17

7:05 am-8:30 am

Nonstop3h 25m

$421

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 2/14

9:15 am-2:15 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 2/24

2:00 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$423

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Queenstown?

The cheapest month to fly to Queenstown from Sydney is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $291, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Queenstown in May, then you should wait until March to fly from Sydney, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $327.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Queenstown?

The cheapest day to depart from Sydney to Queenstown is on a Thursday. Travelers who choose to depart for Queenstown on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as $328. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around $446. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Queenstown.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Queenstown?

Our data shows that the cheapest Sydney to Queenstown flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Queenstown in the evening for as low as $236. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Queenstown, so prices are often more expensive at around $414 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Sydney Kingsford Smith to Queenstown Intl flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Queenstown?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Queenstown from Sydney when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Queenstown for around $373 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Queenstown from Sydney for as low as $329 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Sydney Kingsford Smith to Queenstown Intl flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Sydney Kingsford Smith to Queenstown Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Sydney to Queenstown flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Sydney to Queenstown flights are approximately 8% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Sydney to Queenstown

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Sydney to Queenstown according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Sydney to Queenstown (SYD to ZQN) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Sydney to Queenstown

Best Price Found

$230

Fastest flight time

2h 55m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Queenstown

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Queenstown from Sydney in the past 72 hours is $230. The best round-trip flight deal from Sydney to Queenstown found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $322.
The fastest flight from Sydney to Queenstown takes 2h 55m
Direct flights go from Sydney to Queenstown every day.
There is 1 airport near Queenstown: Queenstown Intl (ZQN)
  • How far is Sydney Kingsford Smith to Queenstown Intl by plane?

    There are 1203.3 mi between Sydney Kingsford Smith and Queenstown Intl. By plane, this route typically takes 2h 55m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Queenstown Intl Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Queenstown Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Queenstown Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Sydney to Queenstown?

  • What is the most popular airline from Sydney to Queenstown?

Best airlines flying from Sydney to Queenstown

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
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JetstarPriceFrom $160Free CancellationRating
6.5
474 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $212Free CancellationRating
7.5
416 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $246Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,334 reviews
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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $259Free CancellationRating
8.0
505 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $271Free CancellationRating
7.5
905 reviews
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  • Emirates Flights From Sydney to Queenstown

    Across 17 Emirates flights from Sydney to Queenstown this week, the average price was $514, with the best Emirates deals starting from $246 round-trip. 3,334 users have rated Emirates on momondo, with an average score of 8.1/10.

  • Air New Zealand Flights From Sydney to Queenstown

    The best Air New Zealand deal for Sydney to Queenstown flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was $259, round-trip. It should be noted that an average Air New Zealand flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $460 round-trip. Air New Zealand operates 4 flights out of Sydney into Queenstown in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 505 Air New Zealand reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 8.0/10.

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