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$172 Find Cheap Flights from Queenstown to Sydney

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Queenstown to Sydney departing on 5/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Queenstown to Sydney, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$348
Overall average: $273
Jetstar
Wed 5/6Tue 5/12
ZQN - SYD • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$172
Typical prices: $151-$239
Jetstar
Wed 5/13
ZQN - SYD • Non-stop
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Emirates offers 33-inch legroom and free Wi-Fi.
Qantas provides 30 kg checked baggage in Economy.
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Cheap Flights from Queenstown to Sydney (ZQN-SYD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Queenstown to Sydney that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Queenstown to Sydney

Wed, May 6 - Tue, May 12
Jetstar Logo
8:50 pm - 10:05 pm
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SYD
3h 15mnonstop
Jetstar Logo
11:50 am - 4:45 pm
SYD
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ZQN
2h 55mnonstop
$348Jetstar
Fri, May 1 - Fri, May 8
Jetstar Logo
8:50 pm - 10:05 pm
ZQN
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SYD
3h 15mnonstop
Jetstar Logo
6:15 am - 11:10 am
SYD
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ZQN
2h 55mnonstop
$354Jetstar
Fri, Sep 18 - Sun, Oct 4
Jetstar Logo
8:50 pm - 10:05 pm
ZQN
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SYD
3h 15mnonstop
Jetstar Logo
6:15 am - 11:10 am
SYD
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ZQN
2h 55mnonstop
$356Jetstar
Fri, May 1 - Fri, May 8
Jetstar Logo
8:50 pm - 10:05 pm
ZQN
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SYD
3h 15mnonstop
Jetstar Logo
6:15 am - 11:10 am
SYD
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ZQN
2h 55mnonstop
$358Jetstar
Fri, May 29 - Sun, May 31
Jetstar Logo
8:50 pm - 10:05 pm
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SYD
3h 15mnonstop
Jetstar Logo
6:15 am - 11:10 am
SYD
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ZQN
2h 55mnonstop
$365Jetstar
Wed, May 6 - Sat, May 16
Jetstar Logo
8:50 pm - 10:05 pm
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SYD
3h 15mnonstop
Jetstar Logo
11:50 am - 4:45 pm
SYD
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2h 55mnonstop
$366Jetstar
Tue, May 5 - Tue, May 12
Jetstar Logo
12:40 pm - 10:15 pm
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SYD
11h 35m
1 stop
Jetstar Logo
11:50 am - 4:45 pm
SYD
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ZQN
2h 55mnonstop
$380Jetstar
Sun, May 3 - Sun, May 10
Virgin Australia Logo
5:40 pm - 9:55 pm
ZQN
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SYD
6h 15m
1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
8:30 am - 1:30 pm
SYD
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ZQN
3h 00mnonstop
$398Virgin Australia
Sat, May 16 - Sat, May 23
Jetstar Logo
12:40 pm - 8:05 pm
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SYD
9h 25m
1 stop
Jetstar Logo
11:50 am - 4:45 pm
SYD
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ZQN
2h 55mnonstop
$401Jetstar
Thu, Jun 25 - Thu, Jul 2
Virgin Australia Logo
2:25 pm - 3:45 pm
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SYD
3h 20mnonstop
Virgin Australia Logo
9:00 am - 4:45 pm
SYD
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5h 45m
1 stop
$403Virgin Australia
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Queenstown to Sydney flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Queenstown to Sydney to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Queenstown to Sydney?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Queenstown to Sydney clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Queenstown to Sydney, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Tuesday is the most expensive. Flying from Sydney back to Queenstown, the best deals are generally found on Thursday, with Wednesday being the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Queenstown to Sydney, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Queenstown to Sydney is May, where tickets cost $273 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $452 and $416 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Queenstown to Sydney?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $226 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Queenstown to Sydney, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Queenstown to Sydney, you should book around 8 weeks before departure, which saves you about 27% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 22 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Queenstown to Sydney

 
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Good to know

Low seasonMarch
Cheapest flight$172
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Queenstown to Sydney

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Queenstown to Sydney based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Queenstown to Sydney: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Queenstown to Sydney 
WillFlew with Jetstar
ZQN
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SYD
Dec 2025
I wouldn't fly Jetstar. Virgin Atlantic flies between Queenstown and Sydney, chose them! Queenstown international is limited to a few gates and only goes to AUS. Auckland and Christchurch give more options.
Verified travelerFlew with Air New Zealand
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Jun 2025
Double check if you are on a connecting flight that your bag is going through. The duty free in sydney airport is great!

FAQs for booking flights from Queenstown to Sydney

  • What is the cheapest flight from Queenstown to Sydney?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Queenstown to Sydney was $172 for a one-way ticket and $348 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Queenstown and Sydney?

    A passport is required to fly from Queenstown to Sydney.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Queenstown to Sydney?

    Queenstown airport is called Queenstown Intl and the only airport in Sydney is Sydney Kingsford Smith.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Queenstown to Sydney?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Queenstown to Sydney flight route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Queenstown to Sydney?

    There are nonstop flights from Queenstown to Sydney on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Queenstown to Sydney, Virgin Australia or Jetstar?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Queenstown to Sydney are Virgin Australia and Jetstar. With an average price for the route of $476 and an overall rating of 7.6, Virgin Australia is the most popular choice. Jetstar is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $450 and an overall rating of 6.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Queenstown to Sydney?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Queenstown to Sydney.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Queenstown to Sydney?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Sydney from Queenstown is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Queenstown to Sydney?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Sydney with an airline and back to Queenstown with another airline. Booking your flights between Queenstown and SYD can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Queenstown to Sydney?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Sydney from Queenstown up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Queenstown to Sydney

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $247 or less one-way and $739 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Queenstown to Sydney?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Queenstown Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
Find which airlines fly direct from Queenstown Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Queenstown Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Monday

Air New Zealand,Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Air New Zealand,Jetstar, +2 more

Tuesday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand,Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Air New Zealand,Jetstar, +2 more

Thursday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Friday

Air New Zealand,Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Air New Zealand,Jetstar, +2 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand,Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Air New Zealand,Jetstar, +2 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand,Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Air New Zealand,Jetstar, +2 more

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Direct returns

Sydney Kingsford Smith to Queenstown Intl

Monday

Air New Zealand,Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Air New Zealand,Jetstar, +2 more

Tuesday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand,Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Air New Zealand,Jetstar, +2 more

Thursday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Friday

Air New Zealand,Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Air New Zealand,Jetstar, +2 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand,Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Air New Zealand,Jetstar, +2 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand,Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Air New Zealand,Jetstar, +2 more

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Reviews of the top airlines flying from Queenstown to Sydney

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Queenstown to Sydney. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Queenstown to Sydney? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.6
Virgin AustraliaOverall score based on 449 reviews
7.5Comfort
6.4Entertainment
6.4Food
7.7Boarding
8.2Crew
Airline reviews

Good flight. On time. No problems. Plane was clean. Service was as you would expect. However nothing special, just a good flight.

10.0 Excellentglenn, Mar 2026
OOL - SYD
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Good flight. On time. No problems. Plane was clean. Service was as you would expect. However nothing special, just a good flight.

Very friendly staff. No food service and no entertainment. Only 1hr 20min flight

High fees for excess checked baggage and somehow ridiculous rules for carry on bags.

Flight was late, food and drink an extra charge, my carry on is five rows behind me, and the seats are too narrow. Don’t ask me to be happy about it

I bought flights in August and there wasn’t a flight in the system

Our 6.30am flight was boarded then cancelled to fly at 10.55am . We were flying to Brisbane to attend a funeral at 12 noon an hour away . This means missing the funeral due to unreliability of Virgin . Unimpressed !!

It was with Link Airways and the Saab 340 jet was noisy and little comfort.

They didn’t sent my luggage I got it 24 hours later

Plane was late and they wouldn’t check our bags through to Tokyo

Overall experience was good but what really impressed me the most was the care the flight attendants took of a sick passenger who was sitting in front of me. The flight attendants would come and check on her quite regularly providing her support and comfort. Brilliant service!

The flights got us to our destination. The seats on the planes were uncomfortable.

The smells on this plane were disgusting. So many sweaty and unhygienic people i couldn't stand it. I dream of being anywhere else in the world when I am on a JetStar flight they suck.

One of the better flights I’ve had w Jetstar. Smooth boarding, early take off, on time landing, very courteous crew, clean plane.

local frequent travellers know that Jetstar’s flights between MEL and LST are turnaround flights so those in the morning tend to run on time and become delayed increasingly through the day. We observed how the staff at check in and boarding try to assist, guide and facilitate travellers - they were courteous, efficient, amiable while enforcing Jetstar’s baggage requirements. They try to speed up boarding by having passengers board from both front and back. We would take Jetstar again.

The issue was a 4 hour delay to takeoff with very sketchy information provided about the available of the flights delay. Passengers were not informed of gate changes and how long the delay might be. It ended with a late night 2 hour drive to our home which was not ideal for elderly people.

Flight was fine with boarding starting a few minutes early. Not a fan of the crew pushing political messaging regarding indigenous naming of Brisbane city… really pushed it like I haven’t heard on Jetstar before.

Improved experience over our last years flight when also we flew local but on an international scheduled flight. The double processing is still unwelcome i.e. by security and then by border force having to produce a licence and boarding pass repeatedly on departure and return. Obviously suits the airline rather than the local traveller. The flight and crew were good though a helper on return was offhand having to push the wheel chair did the bare minimum we felt.

Flight was delayed both directions but once in the air was ok. Boarding out of Melbourne is just a mess.

Although a local trip via international flight it was fairly straight forward albeit more checks than desirable for local travel. On arrival Perth collecting luggage the trollies were hidden in one end of the long hall.

80 minute delay on departure based on two no show pax; removal of checked bags. Boarding very awkward, and waiting in terminal until specific rows called (not zones). Overhead not used for boarding, but specific staff member notifying people at the top of the stairs. Numerous people noted "this is confusing" on boarding. Seats ok, but entertainment (and food, and seat selection) all at extra cost. Smooth flight, and friendly neighbours.

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