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SYD — ZQN
23 Jul — 30 Jul1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Queenstown Intl are usually found in May or March, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Monday and return on a Saturday
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 July 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 July 2025.
Tue 14/1015:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Tue 21/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 17/7£232
Mon 8/1209:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mVirgin Australia
Wed 10/1215:05ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/7£236
Tue 12/815:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 20/816:50ZQN - SYD
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7£285
Fri 5/916:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mQantas Airways
Mon 8/907:05ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/7£286
Thu 28/816:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mEmirates
Tue 9/915:25ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mEmirates
Deal found 16/7£288
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 July 2025.
Tue 14/1015:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Tue 21/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 17/7£232
Mon 8/1209:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mVirgin Australia
Wed 10/1215:05ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/7£236
Tue 12/815:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 20/816:50ZQN - SYD
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7£285
Fri 5/916:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mQantas Airways
Mon 8/907:05ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/7£286
Thu 28/816:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mEmirates
Mon 8/907:05ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 25mEmirates
Deal found 16/7£288
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 July 2025.
Tue 14/1015:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Tue 21/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 17/7£232
Mon 8/1209:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mVirgin Australia
Wed 10/1215:05ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/7£236
Fri 5/916:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mEmirates
Mon 8/907:05ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 25mEmirates
Deal found 17/7£286
Sat 30/816:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mQantas Airways
Sat 6/915:25ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/7£287
Sat 30/815:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/915:25ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7£342
Last-minute flights from Sydney to Queenstown
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sydney to Queenstown. Data last updated 18 July 2025 and is based on user searches.
Thu 24/715:05SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Thu 31/720:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 16/7£319
Thu 24/706:30SYD - ZQN
1 stop7h 00mQantas Airways
Tue 29/712:10ZQN - SYD
2 stops8h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/7£1,311
Sat 26/716:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mEmirates
Sat 2/815:25ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mEmirates
Deal found 16/7£402
Sun 27/707:20SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mVirgin Australia
Thu 31/718:00ZQN - SYD
1 stop15h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/7£313
Tue 12/815:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 20/816:50ZQN - SYD
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7£285
Tue 12/816:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mEmirates
Wed 20/807:05ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 25mEmirates
Deal found 17/7£286
Tue 19/815:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Tue 26/816:50ZQN - SYD
1 stop17h 15mJetstar
Deal found 17/7£246
Sun 31/808:30SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mVirgin Australia
Tue 11/1115:05ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/7£278
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 July 2025.
Tue 26/815:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 18/7£126
Sun 10/807:20SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/7£135
Tue 2/916:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mEmirates
Deal found 17/7£160
Sat 25/1018:20SYD - ZQN
1 stop13h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/7£185
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 18 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to Queenstown that are best for you.
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Sydney
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Queenstown
Route
Depart
Return
Price
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 14/10
15:00-19:55
Nonstop2h 55m
Queenstown Intl
Tue 21/10
20:50-22:05
Nonstop3h 15m
£232
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 8/12
09:15-14:15
Nonstop3h 00m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 10/12
15:05-16:25
Nonstop3h 20m
£236
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 12/8
15:00-19:55
Nonstop2h 55m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 20/8
16:50-09:35
1 stop18h 45m
£285
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 5/9
16:15-21:15
Nonstop3h 00m
Queenstown Intl
Mon 8/9
07:05-08:30
Nonstop3h 25m
£286
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 28/8
16:15-21:15
Nonstop3h 00m
Queenstown Intl
Mon 8/9
07:05-08:30
Nonstop3h 25m
£288
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 26/8
15:00-19:55
Nonstop2h 55m
£126
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 10/8
07:20-12:20
Nonstop3h 00m
£135
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 2/9
16:15-21:15
Nonstop3h 00m
£160
SydneyQueenstown
SYD - ZQN
SYDZQN
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 25/10
18:20-09:50
1 stop13h 30m
£185
Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.
Deals found on 18/7
Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Queenstown
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Queenstown
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 11 July 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sydney to Queenstown, you should look to book at least 61 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Queenstown (average of £1,533). Flying from Sydney to Queenstown in July is currently the most expensive (average of £2,257). 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 July 2025.
When flying from Sydney to Queenstown, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 47% versus 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 July 2025.
The most flights from SYD to ZQN are scheduled on a Friday (27 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).
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 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways
from Sydney to Queenstown. 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.
The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
Related info for your journey
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What airports do I use to fly from Sydney to Queenstown?
Queenstown Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Queenstown from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Booking flights from Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Queenstown Intl (ZQN) should be relatively easy as there are 21 daily flights to Queenstown from 2 different airlines. 3h 00m is how long a flight from Sydney to Queenstown Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.
How popular is this Sydney to Queenstown flight route?
Flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Queenstown Intl have been viewed 28 times in the past calendar month.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Queenstown round-trip?
According to our current data, Jetstar (£232), Virgin Australia (£236), and Qantas Airways (£286) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Queenstown. You may be able to fly from Sydney to Queenstown for 14% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Queenstown one-way?
The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Sydney to Queenstown are Jetstar (£126), Virgin Australia (£135), and Emirates (£160).
What are the most reliable airlines from Sydney to Queenstown?
Consider Hawaiian Airlines (87%), China Airlines (87%) or China Eastern (87%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Sydney to Queenstown.
What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Queenstown?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £140. While the most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Queenstown Intl) can be booked for £356 on average our data indicates £289 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Queenstown (average of £1,533). Flying from Sydney to Queenstown in July is currently the most expensive (average of £2,257). 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.
Explore flights to Queenstown departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 18 July 2025.
Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Sydney to Queenstown. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 18 July 2025.
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