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$180+ Cheap flights from Queenstown (ZQN) to Sydney (SYD)

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 6/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZQN — SYD
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Thu 1/22
Thu 1/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Queenstown Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in May or February, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Queenstown to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Queenstown to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2025.

This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/262:00 pmZQN - SYD
1 stop6h 55mVirgin Australia
Fri 1/910:00 amSYD - ZQN
1 stop7h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/22$418
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:30 pmZQN - SYD
1 stop6h 55mVirgin Australia
Sat 12/2710:00 amSYD - ZQN
1 stop7h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/23$448
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/224:30 pmZQN - SYD
1 stop7h 00mQantas Airways
Sat 12/277:00 pmSYD - ZQN
1 stop15h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/21$837
This Air New Zealand deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Air New Zealand is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/223:35 pmZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mAir New Zealand
Sat 12/279:00 amSYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/21$1,261

Find flight deals from Queenstown to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Queenstown (ZQN) to Sydney (SYD). 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 December 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$284
(Jetstar)

One-way from

$180
(Jetstar)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$429

Good round-trip deal

$715 or less

Good one-way deal

$254 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Queenstown Intl-Sydney Kingsford Smith flight deals.
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One-way flight from Queenstown Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($33 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Queenstown to Sydney 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 December 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Queenstown to Sydney that are best for you.

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QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Tue 2/17

8:50 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 2/24

3:00 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

$284

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Fri 2/13

8:50 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 2/22

6:15 am-11:10 am

Nonstop2h 55m

$307

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Wed 2/4

8:50 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 2/11

6:15 am-11:10 am

Nonstop2h 55m

$342

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Fri 2/6

8:50 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 2/13

7:15 pm-7:55 am

1 stop10h 40m

$382

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Fri 2/6

8:50 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 2/13

6:15 am-11:10 am

Nonstop2h 55m

$397

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Fri 2/13

8:50 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 2/22

6:50 pm-9:40 am

2 stops12h 50m

$413

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Thu 2/26

7:00 am-9:45 pm

1 stop16h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 3/1

7:15 pm-9:50 am

1 stop12h 35m

$437

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Thu 2/26

1:35 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop9h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 3/1

6:15 am-11:10 am

Nonstop2h 55m

$460

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Tue 3/17

3:05 pm-4:25 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 3/19

9:15 am-2:15 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$473

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Thu 4/2

5:40 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$184

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Deals found on 12/21

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Queenstown to Sydney in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Queenstown-Sydney flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Queenstown-Sydney flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Queenstown-Sydney flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Queenstown-Sydney flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Queenstown-Sydney flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Queenstown to Sydney

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sydney from Queenstown with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Queenstown to Sydney

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Queenstown to Sydney. Price data was last updated on December 19, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Queenstown to Sydney, you should look to book at least 50 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 Queenstown to Sydney?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Sydney (average of $131). Flying from Queenstown to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $229). 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 ZQN to SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from Queenstown to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 65% on flights from Queenstown to Sydney by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Queenstown to Sydney. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated December 23, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Queenstown to Sydney, such as Qantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
949 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
949 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
949 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Queenstown to Sydney. 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 Queenstown to Sydney?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Sydney from Queenstown Intl. Booking flights from Queenstown Intl (ZQN) to Kingsford Smith (SYD) should be relatively easy as there are 31 daily flights to Sydney from 1 airline. 21h 50m is how long a flight from Queenstown to Sydney Kingsford Smith will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Queenstown to Sydney flight route?

    Flights from Queenstown Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith have been viewed 14 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Queenstown to Sydney?

    A quick flight from Queenstown to Sydney can take about 3h 15m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $284. The distance from Queenstown to Sydney is about 1204 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Queenstown to Sydney round-trip?

    According to our current data, Qantas Airways ($354), offers the cheapest pricing from Queenstown to Sydney. You may be able to fly from Queenstown to Sydney for 3% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Queenstown to Sydney one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Jetstar, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $127. Virgin Australia flights start at $152 while deals on Emirates start at $169 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Queenstown to Sydney are American Airlines (71%), Qatar Airways (66%) and Virgin Australia (66%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Queenstown to Sydney?

    The cheapest flight price from Queenstown to Sydney is $160. On average you can expect to pay $796. The most popular route, (Queenstown Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith), can usually be booked for $934.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Sydney (average of $131). Flying from Queenstown to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $229). 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 airline flying from Queenstown to Sydney

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Queenstown to Sydney. 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 December 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$354Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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