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$249 Find cheap flights from Sydney to Queenstown

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Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Queenstown (SYD-ZQN)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Sydney to Queenstown 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.
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14:45 - 19:40SYD-ZQN
2h 55mdirect
12:20 - 13:35ZQN-SYD
3h 15mdirect
$424Jetstar
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Sun, 20 Oct - Wed, 30 Oct
06:35 - 11:30SYD-ZQN
2h 55mdirect
12:30 - 13:45ZQN-SYD
3h 15mdirect
$438Jetstar
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Sat, 1 Jun - Sat, 8 Jun
09:15 - 14:15SYD-ZQN
3h 00mdirect
15:15 - 16:35ZQN-SYD
3h 20mdirect
$456Air New Zealand
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Mon, 3 Jun - Mon, 24 Jun
09:15 - 14:15SYD-ZQN
3h 00mdirect
15:15 - 16:35ZQN-SYD
3h 20mdirect
$458Air New Zealand
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Sun, 16 Jun - Wed, 19 Jun
08:30 - 13:30SYD-ZQN
3h 00mdirect
12:20 - 13:35ZQN-SYD
3h 15mdirect
Sat, 19 Oct - Sat, 2 Nov
14:45 - 19:40SYD-ZQN
2h 55mdirect
14:30 - 18:55ZQN-SYD
6h 25m1 stop
Sun, 2 Jun - Wed, 4 Dec
07:20 - 12:20SYD-ZQN
3h 00mdirect
18:00 - 10:25ZQN-SYD
18h 25m1 stop
$582Virgin Australia
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Sat, 15 Jun - Wed, 19 Jun
07:15 - 16:45SYD-ZQN
7h 30m1 stop
18:00 - 09:55ZQN-SYD
17h 55m1 stop
$583Virgin Australia
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Tue, 13 Aug - Tue, 20 Aug
09:25 - 14:30SYD-ZQN
3h 05mdirect
20:20 - 21:35ZQN-SYD
3h 15mdirect
$600Qantas Airways
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Mon, 5 Aug - Mon, 19 Aug
14:20 - 19:25SYD-ZQN
3h 05mdirect
20:20 - 21:35ZQN-SYD
3h 15mdirect
$626Qantas Airways
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Thu, 6 Jun - Mon, 24 Jun

Flights from Sydney to Queenstown - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sydney to Queenstown 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 Sydney to Queenstown?

The average price of all flights from Sydney to Queenstown clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
For Sydney to Queenstown, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Thursday is the most expensive. Flying from Queenstown back to Sydney, the best deals are generally found on Sunday, with Wednesday being the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Sydney to Queenstown, 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 Sydney to Queenstown is October, where tickets cost $500 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of tickets is $826 and $744 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Sydney to Queenstown, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Sydney to Queenstown, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 88 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Sydney to Queenstown?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The best deals for a one-way ticket found by KAYAK users over the last 3 days were on Jetstar ($249) and Virgin Australia ($280). The cheapest round-trip tickets were found on Jetstar ($424) and Air New Zealand ($456).

Which airlines fly direct between Sydney and Queenstown?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from Sydney to Queenstown.
There are 4 airlines that fly direct from Sydney to Queenstown. They are: Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Jetstar at $249 for a one-way flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Jetstar.

How many flights are there between Sydney and Queenstown per day?

Each day, there are between 4 and 6 nonstop flights that take off from Sydney and land in Queenstown, with an average flight time of 3h 01m. The most common departure time is 09:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 34 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Sunday, when 18% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Tuesday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Sydney and Queenstown?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from Sydney to Queenstown take?

The duration of a direct flight to Queenstown from Sydney is typically 2h 55m. The journey crosses a distance of 3,119 km.

What’s the earliest departure time from Sydney to Queenstown?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Sydney at 06:35 and will be landing in Queenstown at 11:30.

What’s the latest departure time from Sydney to Queenstown?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Sydney to Queenstown jets off at 14:45 and lands at 19:40.

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Low season

May

High season

July

Cheapest flight

$249
Best time to beat the crowds (11% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (17% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Sydney to Queenstown

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FAQs for booking flights from Sydney to Queenstown

  • Can I buy a New Zealand SIM card at Queenstown Airport?

    Yes, there are prepaid SIM cards available for mobile phones and wireless devices at Paper Plus in the main terminal. There is also Vodafone, who can get your service connected and online straight away, they generally have cheap prepaid services.

  • Is Sydney Airport wheelchair accessible?

    Yes, Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport is well equipped for travellers who are disabled or mobility impaired. There are designated parking and drop-off zones for passengers requiring assistance, as well as lifts, ramps and travelators throughout the airport. Disabled toilets and ATMs are provided throughout the airport, and there is also a Hidden Disability Program for those needing to signal to staff that they may need additional time or support.

  • Are there any family facilities at Queenstown Airport?

    If you’re travelling with an infant on your flight from Sydney to Queenstown, you will be pleased to know that there is a parent room located next to the Airport Information Desk on the main floor of the terminal at Queenstown International Airport (ZQN), or Queenstown Airport. Here you can find a microwave, changing tables and a few toys.

  • How can I get to Queenstown city centre from Queenstown Airport?

    At about NZD2 (AUD1.85), the Orbus is the cheapest method of transport to downtown Queenstown – though you will need to purchase a GoCard at the airport to enjoy the ride. Alternatively, Queenstown Taxis and Corporate Cabs are two reliable companies, or renting a car is a good option if you prefer to be under your own steam.

  • Are the terminal buildings at Queenstown Airport open 24 hours?

    The terminal building at Queenstown Airport opens at 5am local time every day and closes at 10:30pm local time; the Airport Administration office is open Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 5pm. Since you are not allowed to remain in the terminal overnight there are hotels located nearby if you need somewhere to stay.

  • Are there any meeting rooms at Queenstown Airport?

    Yes, there are meeting rooms at Queenstown Airport that can be accessed as soon as you have stepped off your flight. There is a conference room and two smaller meeting rooms in the main terminal building that can host business meetings, receptions or other special events. All rooms come equipped with tele-conferencing capabilities and a shared kitchenette, and catering services can be provided upon request.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to Queenstown?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to Queenstown was $163 for a one-way ticket and $277 for a return.

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sydney to Queenstown?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Sydney and Queenstown, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sydney to Queenstown, Air New Zealand or Emirates?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sydney to Queenstown are Air New Zealand and Emirates. With an average price for the route of $601 and an overall rating of 8.2, Air New Zealand is the most popular choice. Emirates is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $789 and an overall rating of 8.1.

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

    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 Sydney to Queenstown.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Queenstown from Sydney 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 Sydney to Queenstown?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Queenstown with an airline and back to Sydney with another airline.

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

    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 Queenstown from Sydney up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Sydney to Queenstown

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $272 or less one-way and $457 or less round-trip.
  • If you want to send a postcard home once you’ve landed at Queenstown Airport (ZQN), you will find them available in multiple convenience and gift shops across the airport, and there is a mailbox right by the Paper Plus shop.
  • If you need any assistance on arrival at Queenstown Airport, there is an Airport Information Desk with friendly, helpful staff in the main terminal, next to Global Culture. The opening hours are 08:30-17:00 every day.
  • Getting to Sydney Airport (SYD) from the city is usually fastest by train; the journey from Sydney City to the airport takes about 13min. Airport Link trains run roughly every 10min, and the station is located at the northern end of the main terminal.
  • When collecting your luggage at Queenstown Airport, just keep an eye on the monitors for your flight number, but you will generally either need to be at Carousel 2 or 3. Trolleys are available free of charge. Oversized items like bikes or snowboards will be ready for collection at the oversize area next to the carousels.
  • If you need a moment without your luggage at Queenstown Airport, there are storage lockers available in a number of sizes, ranging in price from NZ $ 7 to 20 (A $ 6.50-18.50) per 12h.
  • Sydney Airport offers several parking facilities for those who need to drop off or pick up passengers, as well as for travellers who are taking a flight from Sydney to Queenstown. P7 is the dedicated parking garage at the International Terminal 1, a multi-storey structure with easy access to the terminal. If you prefer, you can also use Pronto Valet as a parking option.
  • If you enjoy airport shopping, then you’re sure to appreciate the wide range of retail outlets on offer at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. Amcal and Guardian are two pharmacies where you can pick up any last-minute travel essentials, or you can browse French Connection and Ermenegildo Zegna for premium fashion wear.
  • Interested in a bite to eat before you start your retail therapy? If so, Bistro 2020 and Coopers Alehouse are two of the many casual dining options available at Sydney Airport. For a quick bite, you may prefer Mad Mex or Oliver Brown, while Coast Café and Mach 2 are among the cafés to be found in the International Terminal.
  • Australian visitors and other international travellers on flights from Sydney to Queenstown can take advantage of one of the many Global Exchange Currency Exchange offices located at Sydney Airport to buy some New Zealand dollars before their flight departs. Alternatively, you could visit a teller at one of the ANZ Bank locations in either the Domestic or the International Terminal.
  • Queenstown Airport has two lounges: the Air New Zealand Lounge is reserved for clients of the airline, while at the Manaia Lounge you can pay a fee to enjoy hospitality including complimentary gourmet food and premium wine and beverages. The Manaia Lounge is located past security and upstairs in the International Departures Hall.
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Prefer to fly direct from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Queenstown Intl?

Find which airlines fly direct from Kingsford Smith to Queenstown Intl, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Sydney Kingsford Smith to Queenstown Intl

Monday

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +14 more

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +15 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, +12 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +13 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +14 more

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +15 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, +12 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +13 more

Friday

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +14 more

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +15 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, +14 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +15 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +14 more

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +15 more

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Direct returns

Queenstown Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Monday

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +13 more

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +14 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, +12 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +13 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +13 more

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +14 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, +12 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +13 more

Friday

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +13 more

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +14 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, +13 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +14 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +13 more

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +14 more

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Top 5 airlines serving from Sydney to Queenstown

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Sydney to Queenstown. 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.
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8.2
Air New ZealandOverall score based on 647 reviews
8.8Crew
7.9Entertainment
7.7Food
8.4Boarding
8.1Comfort
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Short flight so no entertainment, turbulence so no food service - overall flight as expected

8.0 ExcellentMichelle, Apr 2024NPL - AKL
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Short flight so no entertainment, turbulence so no food service - overall flight as expected

Great meal. Best seats ever! They need to teach other airlines how to do that.

Overall excellent but the Captain kept the seat belt sign on for far too long, especially at the beginning and end of the flight. It was 2 hours after take-off before the crew were able to start the service (on an 11 hour night flight, reducing our sleeping time) and the seat belt sign on went on during breakfast (90 mins before landing) and was not turned off again until we landed. This made for an uncomfortable journey of trying to limit fluid intake because it was unclear when the toilets would be available for use.

Food was not good. We asked for Muslim food and it was weird tasteless type of boiled veges.

Crew were pleasant, happy to be there and were a joy to be around. Entire operation was professional, well thought out and ran like a Swiss clock.

Couldn’t request a vegan meal somehow but I noticed other people getting them

United flight from SFO to PDX was cancelled. I will ask for a refund. Had to book on Alaska

They announced food service but then never came around. We also couldn’t land so kept trying to get to runway and then had to come up and go around happened like 3 times and cause the child next to me to start throwing up

There was a snafu with confirming seats at check which left us in limbo for the second leg of our trip. I believe the ANZ app is not well integrated with the systems at the terminal resulting in this disconcerting error.

Flight attendants are always pleasant and helpful. Pilot kept us updated.

I liked everything accept the delay try to improve in that area

Same problem with very poor food. Gluten free options can taste great, there is not reason to be give suboptimal meals in this situation.

On the Dubai-Gatwick flight the only meal options were Beef or Chicken. No vegetarian option. This was a surprise. I would usually order in advance but did not this time. Would have been good to know that a vegetarian meal is not available as a standard meal. Thankfully it was just me travelling, but if I’d had my kids with me that would have been a big problem for us.

Didn’t like it at all. Cabin crew unfriendly. Very bad experience.

Flight from Dubai to Zagreb very bad cabin crew. Bad food

This airline is one of the best Ihave travel around the world well use them again in the future the food was higher quality plus your personal aboard communicated in many languages on our flights 13 this was amazing 👏 🤩 😀 👌 😄 thank you

Staff were friendly, and provided great service. The food was plentiful and delicious. Food could have been hotter.

Newly reconfigured 380 I assume. Has a new ife with usb c ports and Bluetooth connections

I liked theAVML food. Taste was alright and quantity was enough. Sometimes during the flight I felt that the smell from toilet was coming to the cabin

The individual attention the crew gives to passengers is commendable and I find them positively helpful.

This time is good . Don’t cancel flight with out early notice .

Very good experience, considering the short flight the meals were served promptly after takeoff.

X class seats in row 3 with the new configuration are very poor in fact I feel 3B and 3E should no longer be considered as X class seat as there is no forward seat pocket available to these seats and greatly reduced leg room due the intrusion of the business class armrests/table module

It was pretty good. Everyone friendly. Like all airlines, the draconian limitations on baggage and weight and not giving even a free soda kind of drags down the experience a bit.

Last 10 minutes boarding they canceled the flight and didn’t organise anything

Estheticly the plane looks great, although the seats are way too upright. If the seats were just slightly more reclined then the comfort level would increase tenfold. I had the stiffest neck after just a short flight due to this. A nap was almost out of the question.

Cabin crew were very professional and welcoming. They certainly appeared to have lifted their game. Congratulations

I know not directly a Virgin "thing" but I hold Virgin responsible for their subcontractors. Had to wait 45 minutes waiting for baggage at PER before the belt conveyor even started. This is unacceptable and hopefully Virgin engages with whoever to pull their fingers out. I realise PER staff are generally slow at the best of times but this was ridiculous. Maybe more seating for those waiting, a cafe in the baggage area for a light meal while we wait or at the very least a troop of dancing girls to entertain the punters while they stare at the conveyor belt start light almost willing it to fire up.

Very poor. Flight was cancelled due to captain exceeding hours. Told to fend for ourselves for 12 hours until a new flight could be done. This meant overnight accommodation in Hobart. Next plane was delayed and no food onboard. No apologies from Virgin. Extremely disappointing.

Flight was cancelled due to a mechanical fault - Virgin rebooked me on a flight 6 hours later so I cancelled and flew with another carrier

BA Airbus A380 BC upstairs had 2 3 2 layout. The seat was comfy but access for those in middle or window seats had to climb over others fest to get to ailse when seats in bed mode. The layout was not nearly as private as other layouts. The staff was amazing as well as the food. Most airline food is average but this was restaurant quality.

Following a marathon flight riddled by delays and changes from Santiago, Chile, my flight to Melbourne from Sydney was on schedule but I was transferred to the next flight. The reason by ticketing and the floor manager was I missed the entry to flight by one minute! That's right, the emphasised that if I was 1 minute earlier I would be on the flight. I asked what was the point them emphasising 1minute overdue and how that helped me or the situation. They didn't care at all. Replying that if it was one minute earlier they would've done something and smirking delivering the information. Australian's do call Australia home, Qantas calls Australian's suckers.

1) crackly headphone jack 2) one of the emergency seats recline. Usually second row does. But in this case neither did 3) food was scrambled eggs or fruit. 4) fruit should not be the option to eggs 5)miserable unpleasant crew not a smile. Thought that was a virgin thing

Qantas are unable to service and unfit for purpose, they cannot transport Australians on time to overseas destinations. On top of the inflated ticketing, the Sydney flight to Santiago was impacted because the plane was delayed arriving and then further bungling by Qantas admitting the ground new ground crew in charge of cleaning were not trained. The impact on passengers with connecting flights was tremendous and long ques of frustrated passengers waiting for rescheduling. **Qantas has become the Australian Spirit of disappointment**

The staff we fantastic and seemed to work very well with each other

Business lounge in Melbourne mediocre. Look at Emirates or Qatar, Qantas! Great friendly crew. Food was good but Emirates is a level above. Business seat good. But can’t compare to Qatar. Main reason for booking Qantas is loyalty and terrific connection via Perth to LHR.

The service and smooth landing. Food was delicious and the staff was friendly. We arrived earlier than scheduled.

Don’t like last minute airline change. Not able to choose seat earlier.

It was nice having space in the way back where it thinned out with passengers, most folks in the far back were able to lay down and sleep. That was a pleasant surprise. Made the 15 hr flight go by pretty smooth, watching a few movies and resting. I had previously never used an airplane toilet, but finally used one. It wasn't too bad. All workers were very helpful and friendly. Their hospitality was welcomed as well

It's only a short trip from Sydney to Melbourne, which i have done many times. The trip met my expectations

Note that food has to be purchased in flight. No free food. And no entertainment in flight. So I’ve treated these two items as okay which, in this case, means neutral/not applicable.

My Dad needed assistance to board the plane. The Jetstar staff were excellent with him and made the experience a lot easier😁

No food taken so can't rate also no entertainment so can't rate.

Would be better if can provide small free snacks on a long flight

Boarding was easy and unstressful, though the early "final call" was a bit off-putting. The crew were pleasant, and the seats were comfortable. The prices for food and drink were reasonable, apart from tea and coffee, where simple percolated coffee was charged at espresso prices. Deboarding was OK, though some Jetstar passengers appear to have a bad habit of pushing forward from their assigned rows, making it more difficult to get out for passengers that have paid a premium to sit up-front. Jetstar might want to look to address this to stop it from spreading.

I was allocated an exit row seat and was told to move so it could be given away to someone who had purchased two extra legroom seats and one regular seat but wanted the three to sit together. I was also charged for entertainment after booking but before checking in, and the ground crew couldn't do anything about refunding it. When the whole plane was given access to the entertainment as an apology for the flight being four hours late, I was told they couldn't do anything about that either, so I was charged for something I didn't want even though it would have been free anyway

I got to the airport earlier than I expected, and they let me change to an earlier flight with no trouble.

It was a super crowded time to travel out of Melbourne, but the flight was OK

Worst flying experience of my life. FIVE HOURS delayed! Rude and unhelpful staff and poor communication from the grounds team. Never flying Jetstar again

Worst experience ever flying Melbourne to Phuket. 5 hours delayed! Didn’t land till 1am in the morning. Staff were rude and unhelpful

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Sydney to Queenstown found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
23/10Wed
directJetstar
2h 55mSYD-ZQN
$249
18/10Fri
directJetstar
2h 55mSYD-ZQN
$253
19/10Sat
directVirgin Australia
3h 00mSYD-ZQN
$280
9/10Wed
1 stopVirgin Australia
5h 45mSYD-ZQN
$318
28/7Sun
directQantas Airways
3h 05mSYD-ZQN
$337
19/10Sat
2 stopsAir New Zealand
16h 10mSYD-ZQN
$343
28/7Sun
2 stopsAir New Zealand
19h 10mSYD-ZQN
$344
9/5Thu
directQantas Airways
3h 05mSYD-ZQN
$372
9/5Thu
directEmirates
3h 05mSYD-ZQN
$421
25/5Sat
directEmirates
3h 05mSYD-ZQN
$455

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Last minute flights from Sydney to Queenstown

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Sydney to Queenstown that are departing in the next 10 days.
3/5Fri
directJetstar
2h 55mSYD-ZQN
8/5Wed
multi-stopJetstar
12h 45mZQN-SYD
$522
3/5Fri
directJetstar
2h 55mSYD-ZQN
10/5Fri
directJetstar
3h 15mZQN-SYD
$554
3/5Fri
direct
2h 55mSYD-ZQN
7/5Tue
multi-stop
27h 15mZQN-SYD
$608
3/5Fri
multi-stop
15h 55mSYD-ZQN
8/5Wed
multi-stop
12h 45mZQN-SYD
$624
3/5Fri
multi-stopAir New Zealand
18h 55mSYD-ZQN
10/5Fri
multi-stopAir New Zealand
27h 20mZQN-SYD
$627
3/5Fri
multi-stopAir New Zealand
15h 55mSYD-ZQN
7/5Tue
multi-stopAir New Zealand
27h 15mZQN-SYD
$650
3/5Fri
multi-stopVirgin Australia
28h 40mSYD-ZQN
7/5Tue
multi-stopVirgin Australia
7h 50mZQN-SYD
$687
2/5Thu
directQantas Airways
3h 05mSYD-ZQN
8/5Wed
directQantas Airways
3h 15mZQN-SYD
$744
3/5Fri
multi-stopVirgin Australia
16h 10mSYD-ZQN
7/5Tue
multi-stopVirgin Australia
17h 10mZQN-SYD
$1,546
3/5Fri
multi-stopQantas Airways
30h 45mSYD-ZQN
10/5Fri
multi-stopQantas Airways
13h 55mZQN-SYD
$1,694

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Sydney - Queenstown Flights

Departure:

Sydney (SYD)Australia

Destination:

Queenstown (ZQN)New Zealand

Return flight deals:

Queenstown - Sydney

Cabin classes:

$1,738
$1,690
$288