Cheap flights from Sydney to Queenstown from £140

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Jetstar Logo
06:15 - 11:10SYD-ZQN
2h 55mdirect
Jetstar Logo
20:50 - 22:05ZQN-SYD
3h 15mdirect
£209Jetstar
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Mi, 29 Okt - Mi, 5 Nov
Jetstar Logo
15:00 - 19:55SYD-ZQN
2h 55mdirect
Jetstar Logo
20:50 - 22:05ZQN-SYD
3h 15mdirect
£233Jetstar
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Do, 30 Okt - Do, 6 Nov
Air New Zealand Logo
09:15 - 14:20SYD-ZQN
3h 05mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
15:35 - 16:55ZQN-SYD
3h 20mdirect
£263Air New Zealand
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Mo, 13 Okt - Mo, 27 Okt
Emirates Logo
16:15 - 21:15SYD-ZQN
3h 00mdirect
Emirates Logo
07:05 - 08:30ZQN-SYD
3h 25mdirect
£294Emirates
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Fr, 10 Okt - Fr, 17 Okt
Virgin Australia Logo
09:15 - 14:15SYD-ZQN
3h 00mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
17:30 - 22:25ZQN-SYD
6h 55m1 stop
£295Virgin Australia
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Sa, 14 Feb - Mi, 18 Feb
Air New Zealand Logo
17:55 - 12:20SYD-ZQN
16h 25m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
15:35 - 16:55ZQN-SYD
3h 20mdirect
£297Air New Zealand
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Fr, 13 Feb - Mo, 16 Feb
Emirates Logo
16:15 - 21:15SYD-ZQN
3h 00mdirect
Emirates Logo
07:00 - 08:20ZQN-SYD
3h 20mdirect
£299Emirates
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Do, 23 Okt - Mo, 27 Okt
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19:15 - 14:00SYD-ZQN
16h 45m2 stops
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20:50 - 22:05ZQN-SYD
3h 15mdirect
Do, 30 Okt - Do, 6 Nov
Virgin Australia Logo
09:15 - 14:15SYD-ZQN
3h 00mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
14:00 - 18:55ZQN-SYD
6h 55m1 stop
£311Virgin Australia
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Sa, 14 Feb - Di, 24 Feb
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18:50 - 16:35SYD-ZQN
19h 45m2 stops
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20:50 - 22:05ZQN-SYD
3h 15mdirect
Fr, 13 Feb - Mo, 16 Feb

Jetstar flights from Sydney to Queenstown

Our best Jetstar deals on Sydney to Queenstown flight tickets
Jetstar
29 Oct
SYD06:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
2h 55m
ZQN11:10Queenstown Intl
5 Nov
ZQN20:50Queenstown Intl
3h 15m
SYD22:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
Jetstar
30 Oct
SYD15:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
2h 55m
ZQN19:55Queenstown Intl
6 Nov
ZQN20:50Queenstown Intl
3h 15m
SYD22:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
Jetstar
20 Oct
SYD21:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
12h 55m
1 stop
ZQN12:40Queenstown Intl
28 Oct
ZQN20:50Queenstown Intl
3h 15m
SYD22:05Sydney 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
13 Oct
SYD09:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
3h 05m
ZQN14:20Queenstown Intl
27 Oct
ZQN15:35Queenstown Intl
3h 20m
SYD16:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
Air New Zealand
13 Feb
SYD17:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
16h 25m
1 stop
ZQN12:20Queenstown Intl
16 Feb
ZQN15:35Queenstown Intl
3h 20m
SYD16:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
Air New Zealand
3 Mar
SYD07:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
9h 55m
1 stop
ZQN19:40Queenstown Intl
11 Mar
ZQN15:35Queenstown Intl
3h 20m
SYD16:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

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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, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 16 September 2025.
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SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mi 29/10

06:15-11:10

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Mi 5/11

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

£209

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Do 30/10

15:00-19:55

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Do 6/11

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

£233

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mo 13/10

09:15-14:20

Nonstop3h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Mo 27/10

15:35-16:55

Nonstop3h 20m

£263

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fr 10/10

16:15-21:15

Nonstop3h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Fr 17/10

07:05-08:30

Nonstop3h 25m

£294

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sa 14/2

09:15-14:15

Nonstop3h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Mi 18/2

17:30-22:25

1 stop6h 55m

£295

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fr 13/2

17:55-12:20

1 stop16h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Mo 16/2

15:35-16:55

Nonstop3h 20m

£297

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Do 23/10

16:15-21:15

Nonstop3h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Mo 27/10

07:00-08:20

Nonstop3h 20m

£299

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Do 30/10

19:15-14:00

2 stops16h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Do 6/11

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

£302

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sa 14/2

09:15-14:15

Nonstop3h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Di 24/2

14:00-18:55

1 stop6h 55m

£311

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fr 13/2

18:50-16:35

2 stops19h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Mo 16/2

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

£312

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sydney and Queenstown?

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 £214, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of March is another great option to travel to Queenstown, with average flight prices from Sydney averaging around £241.

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

According to our data, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly to Queenstown from Sydney. The lowest ticket price found for a Sunday departure recently was £214. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. The most expensive day to fly to Queenstown is Wednesday, with ticket prices averaging around £376.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Queenstown is at midday. Flights from Sydney to Queenstown during this time can be as low as £251. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are £454 on average. Flights to Queenstown from Sydney in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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 £275 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Queenstown from Sydney for as low as £242 on momondo.

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

There are 2 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 7% 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 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

£202

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 £202. The best return flight deal from Sydney to Queenstown found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £239.
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?

    The distance between Sydney Kingsford Smith and Queenstown Intl is about 1203.3 mi. Flights usually cover this in 2h 55m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • 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 that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check 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 necessary travel and health documents for your Queenstown Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • 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
Price
Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom £108Free CancellationRating
7.5
416 reviews
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JetstarPriceFrom £204Free CancellationRating
6.5
474 reviews
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  • Virgin Australia Flights From Sydney to Queenstown

    Virgin Australia is one of the most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Queenstown, operating 2 flights/week on average for this route. A good Virgin Australia flight deal for Sydney to Queenstown starts from £147 round-trip, up to an average price of £420. Our users have rated Virgin Australia at 7.5/10.

  • Jetstar Flights From Sydney to Queenstown

    Across 474 Jetstar reviews on momondo, the average score is 6.5/10. Jetstar flies from Sydney to Queenstown about 3 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from £278 to £341. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.

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