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Cheap flights from Sydney to Queenstown from $165

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2:40 pm - 7:35 pmSYD-ZQN
2h 55mnonstop
8:40 pm - 9:55 pmZQN-SYD
3h 15mnonstop
$277Jetstar
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Fri, Mar 28 - Mon, Mar 31
2:40 pm - 7:35 pmSYD-ZQN
2h 55mnonstop
12:20 pm - 1:35 pmZQN-SYD
3h 15mnonstop
$307Jetstar
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Mon, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 21
9:15 am - 2:15 pmSYD-ZQN
3h 00mnonstop
3:05 pm - 4:25 pmZQN-SYD
3h 20mnonstop
$387Virgin Australia
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Sun, Mar 9 - Wed, Mar 26
2:40 pm - 7:35 pmSYD-ZQN
2h 55mnonstop
5:30 pm - 10:25 pmZQN-SYD
6h 55m1 stop
Thu, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 21
8:30 am - 1:30 pmSYD-ZQN
3h 00mnonstop
2:25 pm - 3:45 pmZQN-SYD
3h 20mnonstop
$394Virgin Australia
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Thu, Apr 3 - Mon, Apr 7
6:25 am - 11:20 amSYD-ZQN
2h 55mnonstop
8:25 pm - 5:20 pmZQN-SYD
22h 55m2 stops
Mon, Feb 17 - Thu, Feb 20
9:15 am - 2:20 pmSYD-ZQN
3h 05mnonstop
3:25 pm - 4:45 pmZQN-SYD
3h 20mnonstop
$420Air New Zealand
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Fri, May 2 - Fri, May 9
9:15 am - 2:20 pmSYD-ZQN
3h 05mnonstop
2:15 pm - 9:40 pmZQN-SYD
9h 25m1 stop
$423Air New Zealand
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Fri, May 2 - Fri, May 9
4:15 pm - 9:15 pmSYD-ZQN
3h 00mnonstop
7:00 am - 8:15 amZQN-SYD
3h 15mnonstop
$475Qantas Airways
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Thu, May 1 - Sat, May 10
4:15 pm - 9:15 pmSYD-ZQN
3h 00mnonstop
7:00 am - 8:15 amZQN-SYD
3h 15mnonstop
$487Qantas Airways
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Fri, May 2 - Tue, May 13
2:40 pm - 7:35 pmSYD-ZQN
2h 55mnonstop
$165Jetstar
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Wed, Mar 12
2:40 pm - 7:35 pmSYD-ZQN
2h 55mnonstop
$173Jetstar
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Mon, Jan 13
9:00 am - 4:45 pmSYD-ZQN
5h 45m1 stop
$217Virgin Australia
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Sun, Apr 6
9:15 am - 2:15 pmSYD-ZQN
3h 00mnonstop
$220Virgin Australia
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Sun, Mar 9
9:05 am - 2:05 pmSYD-ZQN
3h 00mnonstop
$237Air New Zealand
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Fri, Feb 7
7:15 pm - 8:35 amSYD-ZQN
11h 20m1 stop
$239Air New Zealand
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Sat, Feb 1
11:40 am - 12:10 pmSYD-ZQN
22h 30m1 stop
Mon, Jan 27
4:05 pm - 9:05 pmSYD-ZQN
3h 00mnonstop
$263Qantas Airways
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Tue, Mar 18
4:05 pm - 9:05 pmSYD-ZQN
3h 00mnonstop
$276Qantas Airways
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Mon, Jan 6
5:20 pm - 12:35 pmSYD-ZQN
17h 15m1 stop
Wed, Jan 1
2:40 pm - 7:35 pmSYD-ZQN
2h 55mnonstop
12:20 pm - 1:35 pmZQN-SYD
3h 15mnonstop
$333Jetstar
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Mon, Dec 23 - Fri, Dec 27
2:40 pm - 7:35 pmSYD-ZQN
2h 55mnonstop
12:20 pm - 1:35 pmZQN-SYD
3h 15mnonstop
$372Jetstar
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Thu, Dec 19 - Sun, Dec 22
2:40 pm - 7:35 pmSYD-ZQN
2h 55mnonstop
12:20 pm - 1:35 pmZQN-SYD
3h 15mnonstop
$399Jetstar
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Thu, Dec 19 - Mon, Dec 23
6:30 am - 11:30 amSYD-ZQN
3h 00mnonstop
12:05 pm - 1:25 pmZQN-SYD
3h 20mnonstop
$419Virgin Australia
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Thu, Dec 19 - Sat, Dec 21
8:00 am - 4:40 pmSYD-ZQN
6h 40m1 stop
2:00 pm - 6:40 pmZQN-SYD
6h 40m1 stop
$512Virgin Australia
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Thu, Dec 19 - Sun, Dec 22
2:40 pm - 7:35 pmSYD-ZQN
2h 55mnonstop
8:35 pm - 10:55 amZQN-SYD
16h 20m1 stop
Mon, Dec 23 - Mon, Jan 6
4:05 pm - 9:05 pmSYD-ZQN
3h 00mnonstop
7:00 am - 8:15 amZQN-SYD
3h 15mnonstop
$873Qantas Airways
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Sun, Dec 22 - Tue, Jan 7
4:05 pm - 9:05 pmSYD-ZQN
3h 00mnonstop
4:25 pm - 10:25 pmZQN-SYD
8h 00m1 stop
$884Qantas Airways
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Sun, Dec 22 - Tue, Jan 7
1:55 pm - 10:40 amSYD-ZQN
18h 45m2 stops
7:00 am - 9:45 pmZQN-SYD
16h 45m2 stops
$1,122Air New Zealand
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Sat, Dec 21 - Wed, Dec 25
1:55 pm - 10:40 amSYD-ZQN
18h 45m2 stops
7:00 am - 9:45 pmZQN-SYD
16h 45m2 stops
$1,125Air New Zealand
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Sat, Dec 21 - Wed, Dec 25
2:40 pm - 7:35 pmSYD-ZQN
2h 55mnonstop
8:40 pm - 9:55 pmZQN-SYD
3h 15mnonstop
$277Jetstar
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Fri, Mar 28 - Mon, Mar 31
2:40 pm - 7:35 pmSYD-ZQN
2h 55mnonstop
12:20 pm - 1:35 pmZQN-SYD
3h 15mnonstop
$307Jetstar
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Mon, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 21
6:25 am - 11:20 amSYD-ZQN
2h 55mnonstop
3:05 pm - 4:25 pmZQN-SYD
3h 20mnonstop
Mon, Feb 17 - Thu, Feb 20
9:15 am - 2:15 pmSYD-ZQN
3h 00mnonstop
3:05 pm - 4:25 pmZQN-SYD
3h 20mnonstop
$385Virgin Australia
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Sun, Feb 16 - Thu, Feb 20
9:15 am - 2:15 pmSYD-ZQN
3h 00mnonstop
3:05 pm - 4:25 pmZQN-SYD
3h 20mnonstop
$387Virgin Australia
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Sun, Mar 9 - Wed, Mar 26
6:25 am - 11:20 amSYD-ZQN
2h 55mnonstop
3:05 pm - 4:25 pmZQN-SYD
3h 20mnonstop
Mon, Feb 17 - Fri, Feb 21
9:15 am - 2:20 pmSYD-ZQN
3h 05mnonstop
3:25 pm - 4:45 pmZQN-SYD
3h 20mnonstop
$420Air New Zealand
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Fri, May 2 - Fri, May 9
9:05 am - 2:05 pmSYD-ZQN
3h 00mnonstop
3:15 pm - 4:35 pmZQN-SYD
3h 20mnonstop
$464Air New Zealand
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Sun, Feb 2 - Sun, Feb 9
4:05 pm - 9:05 pmSYD-ZQN
3h 00mnonstop
7:00 am - 8:15 amZQN-SYD
3h 15mnonstop
$474Qantas Airways
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Fri, Feb 7 - Mon, Feb 10
4:15 pm - 9:15 pmSYD-ZQN
3h 00mnonstop
7:00 am - 8:15 amZQN-SYD
3h 15mnonstop
$475Qantas Airways
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Thu, May 1 - Sat, May 10

Virgin Australia flights from Sydney to Queenstown

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Virgin Australia
Mar 9
SYD9:15 amSydney Kingsford Smith
3h 00m
ZQN2:15 pmQueenstown Intl
Mar 26
ZQN3:05 pmQueenstown Intl
3h 20m
SYD4:25 pmSydney Kingsford Smith
Virgin Australia
Apr 3
SYD8:30 amSydney Kingsford Smith
3h 00m
ZQN1:30 pmQueenstown Intl
Apr 7
ZQN2:25 pmQueenstown Intl
3h 20m
SYD3:45 pmSydney Kingsford Smith
Virgin Australia
Feb 7
SYD9:15 amSydney Kingsford Smith
3h 00m
ZQN2:15 pmQueenstown Intl
Feb 10
ZQN3:05 pmQueenstown Intl
3h 20m
SYD4:25 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
May 2
SYD9:15 amSydney Kingsford Smith
3h 05m
ZQN2:20 pmQueenstown Intl
May 9
ZQN3:25 pmQueenstown Intl
3h 20m
SYD4:45 pmSydney Kingsford Smith
Air New Zealand
May 2
SYD9:15 amSydney Kingsford Smith
3h 05m
ZQN2:20 pmQueenstown Intl
May 9
ZQN2:15 pmQueenstown Intl
9h 25m
1 stop
SYD9:40 pmSydney Kingsford Smith
Air New Zealand
May 2
SYD6:20 pmSydney Kingsford Smith
12h 15m
1 stop
ZQN8:35 amQueenstown Intl
May 9
ZQN12:10 pmQueenstown Intl
11h 30m
1 stop
SYD9:40 pmSydney Kingsford Smith

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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 $305, 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 June to fly from Sydney, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $319.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Sydney to Queenstown is on a Tuesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Queenstown on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $244. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Monday because tickets tend to average around $387. 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 morning is when there is more demand to fly to Queenstown, so prices are often more expensive at around $373 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?

Most flyers found that booking tickets 60 days in advance of their planned departure date is the best time to get cheap flights to Queenstown. During this timeframe, flight prices are around $361. In the past 72 hours, momondo users found flights from Sydney to Queenstown for as low as $306.

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.

Can stopping save me money on Sydney to Queenstown flights?

You could potentially save up to 8% on your flight if you consider stops on a Sydney to Queenstown flight.

How have Sydney to Queenstown flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2024, prices for Sydney to Queenstown flights are approximately 1% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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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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Best Price Found

$165

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 $165. The best round-trip flight deal from Sydney to Queenstown found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $277.
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?

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Best airlines flying from Sydney to Queenstown

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JetstarPriceFrom $166Free CancellationRating
6.6
484 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $166Free CancellationRating
7.5
459 reviews
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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $168Free CancellationRating
7.9
497 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $236Free CancellationRating
7.5
808 reviews
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  • Air New Zealand Flights From Sydney to Queenstown

    Across 7 Air New Zealand flights from Sydney to Queenstown this week, the average price was $392, with the best Air New Zealand deals starting from $168 round-trip. 497 users have rated Air New Zealand on momondo, with an average score of 7.9/10.

  • Virgin Australia Flights From Sydney to Queenstown

    The best Virgin Australia deal for Sydney to Queenstown flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was $166, round-trip. It should be noted that an average Virgin Australia flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $389 round-trip. Virgin Australia operates 9 flights out of Sydney into Queenstown in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 459 Virgin Australia reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 7.5/10.


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Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Queenstown from Sydney with this policy.

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