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$158+ Cheap flights from Sydney (SYD) to Auckland (AKL)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — AKL
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Auckland Intl are usually found in August or June, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Auckland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to Auckland (AKL). 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$256
(Jetstar)

One-way from

$158
(Jetstar)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$318

Good round-trip deal

$296 or less

Good one-way deal

$216 or less
From Sydney Kingsford Smith to Auckland Intl
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Auckland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Auckland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/146:20 amSYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sat 10/186:15 amAKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 9/9$256
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/25:20 amSYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Sat 11/156:15 amAKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 9/11$257
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/146:20 amSYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Wed 10/226:15 amAKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 9/10$269
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/216:20 amSYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Sat 11/296:15 amAKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 9/10$270
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/146:20 amSYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Thu 10/236:15 amAKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 9/11$282
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/176:20 amSYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Thu 10/236:15 amAKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 9/10$283
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/166:20 amSYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Mon 11/246:15 amAKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 9/9$289
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/209:05 amSYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Mon 10/276:15 amAKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 9/9$295
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/76:20 amSYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Mon 11/106:15 amAKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 9/9$296
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/266:20 amSYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Thu 10/306:15 amAKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 9/11$297
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/306:20 amSYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Fri 12/123:50 pmAKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mJetstar
Deal found 9/9$298

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Sydney to Auckland 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to Auckland that are best for you.

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Sydney

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Auckland

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Depart

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Price

SydneyAuckland

SYD - AKL

SYDAKL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 10/17

6:20 am-11:25 am

Nonstop3h 05m

Auckland Intl

Mon 10/20

6:15 am-8:05 am

Nonstop3h 50m

$270

SydneyAuckland

SYD - AKL

SYDAKL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 2/25

10:20 am-3:30 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/10

12:45 pm-2:25 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$283

SydneyAuckland

SYD - AKL

SYDAKL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/9

10:20 am-3:30 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Auckland Intl

Mon 3/2

4:45 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$295

SydneyAuckland

SYD - AKL

SYDAKL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/10

9:00 am-2:10 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Auckland Intl

Fri 12/12

3:50 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$296

SydneyAuckland

SYD - AKL

SYDAKL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/14

1:20 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Auckland Intl

Sat 10/18

6:15 am-8:05 am

Nonstop3h 50m

$301

SydneyAuckland

SYD - AKL

SYDAKL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/15

9:00 am-2:10 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Auckland Intl

Mon 11/24

6:15 am-8:00 am

Nonstop3h 45m

$309

SydneyAuckland

SYD - AKL

SYDAKL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/8

9:00 am-2:10 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Auckland Intl

Wed 11/12

6:15 am-8:00 am

Nonstop3h 45m

$309

SydneyAuckland

SYD - AKL

SYDAKL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 10/24

6:20 am-11:25 am

Nonstop3h 05m

Auckland Intl

Mon 10/27

6:15 am-8:00 am

Nonstop3h 45m

$310

SydneyAuckland

SYD - AKL

SYDAKL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 1/23

6:20 am-11:30 am

Nonstop3h 10m

Auckland Intl

Tue 1/27

12:45 pm-2:25 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$323

SydneyAuckland

SYD - AKL

SYDAKL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/4

6:20 am-11:30 am

Nonstop3h 10m

Auckland Intl

Thu 11/6

7:15 am-5:00 pm

1 stop11h 45m

$330

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The best insider tips for Sydney to Auckland flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Sydney to Auckland trip
Airlines
Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand's SkyCouch offers a flat bed option in economy for added comfort.


Air New Zealand provides free Wi-Fi on select flights; check availability before booking.

Read more about Air New Zealandby Ramsey Qubein
LATAM Airlines

LATAM offers transparent fare breakdowns for easy comparison of baggage and service inclusions.


LATAM's LATAM+ seats offer extra legroom and earlier boarding on short-haul flights.

Read more about LATAM Airlinesby Paul Rubio
Airports
SYD

For a swift departure, use the Express Path fast-track at Terminal 1 if eligible. It's hidden between check-in counters C and D.

Read more about SYDby John Walton
AKL

Use the SkyDrive bus for a simple ride from AKL to Auckland city center. It runs every 30 minutes and takes about 40 minutes.

Read more about AKLby John Walton
Our travel experts
Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on Air New Zealand

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Expert on LATAM Airlines

Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on AKL and SYD

John Walton

John Walton

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Auckland

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Auckland from Sydney with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Auckland

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Auckland?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sydney to Auckland. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Sydney to Auckland is 78 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Auckland?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Auckland (average of $1,021). Flying from Sydney to Auckland in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). 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 AKL?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to Auckland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Sydney to Auckland in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 18% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sydney to Auckland?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sydney to Auckland. Price data was last updated on September 7, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Auckland flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Sydney to Auckland?

Reviews of airlines servicing Auckland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Auckland. 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 Auckland. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Air New Zealand, and LATAM Airlines from Sydney to Auckland to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,847 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
905 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
474 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Auckland. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Sydney to Auckland?

    Booking a flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Auckland Intl (AKL) is your only option if you wish to fly from Sydney to Auckland. On a typical day, there are 79 flights from Kingsford Smith to Auckland Intl, all of which are around 3h 05m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 6 airlines when you book a flight from Kingsford Smith to Auckland.

  • How popular is this Sydney to Auckland flight route?

    This flight path from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Auckland Intl was viewed by 88 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Auckland?

    For as low as $270, Jetstar can have you in Auckland from Sydney in 3h 05m. There are 1341 mi between Sydney and Auckland. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Auckland round-trip?

    Jetstar, at $174, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sydney to Auckland.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include LATAM Airlines and China Eastern. You may be able to fly from Sydney to Auckland for 47% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sydney to Auckland?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Sydney to Auckland consider choosing Cathay Pacific (91%), Japan Airlines (79%) or British Airways (79%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Auckland?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Sydney to Auckland? While on average our users pay $416, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $180. The most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Auckland Intl), is priced around $256.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Auckland that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Auckland flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Auckland?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Auckland.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Auckland?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Auckland 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 Auckland?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Auckland (average of $1,021). Flying from Sydney to Auckland in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). 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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Top 6 airlines flying from Sydney to Auckland

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Sydney to Auckland. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$174Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$192Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
China EasternCheapest$200Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
EmiratesCheapest$222Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$250Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$309Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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