Which airlines fly to Sydney?

Jetstar, Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Sydney from Queenstown according to our data. Jetstar is the first choice among our users, with 63% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Sydney. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Sydney on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Queenstown Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Air New Zealand are the most popular carriers operating from Queenstown Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith

How often are flights from Queenstown to Sydney delayed?

Historically, on average around 17% of flights between Queenstown and Sydney have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 124 minutes.

How many flights depart from Queenstown to Sydney on average per day?

As of November 2025, there are 26 flights per day flying from Queenstown to Sydney. The most common time of day flights depart is 15:00, with 64% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

What is the most punctual flight time for Queenstown to Sydney flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How many flights depart from Queenstown to Sydney on average per week?

As of November 2025, there are 184 flights per week flying from Queenstown to Sydney. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 15% of flights taking off on this day.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Queenstown to Sydney flights?

According to our data, China Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 6% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Tuesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Queenstown Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

Prices for flights from Queenstown Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Queenstown Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

As of November 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Queenstown Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Queenstown Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Queenstown Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Sydney?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sydney from Queenstown, with most prices found around $462. If you aren’t able to travel to Sydney during the month of February, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $471.

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

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to Sydney. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $263. The most expensive day to fly to Sydney is Tuesday, with ticket prices averaging around $424.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Sydney is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from Queenstown to Sydney in the evening for as low as $225. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $424 on average. Flights to Sydney from Queenstown in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Queenstown Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sydney from Queenstown when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sydney for around $563 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sydney from Queenstown for as low as $409 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Queenstown Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Queenstown to Sydney flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Queenstown to Sydney flights are approximately 3% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found	$247
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The best one-way flight to Sydney from Queenstown in the past 72 hours is $247. The best return flight deal from Queenstown to Sydney found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $219.

The fastest flight from Queenstown to Sydney takes 3h 15m

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There is 1 airport near Sydney: Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD)

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How far is Queenstown Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith by plane?
A flight from Queenstown Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith will travel around 1936.5 km. Typically, this will take 3h 15m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Queenstown Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
Prices for flights from Queenstown Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Queenstown Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
As of November 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Queenstown Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Queenstown Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Queenstown Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Queenstown to Sydney?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Queenstown to Sydney is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets), representing 45.47% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A320-100/200 at 26.93%, Airbus A320neo at 14.38%, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 9.98%.
What is the most popular airline from Queenstown to Sydney?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Queenstown to Sydney is Jetstar (62% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Qantas Airways (19%) and Virgin Australia (19%).

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Jetstar	PriceFrom $224	Free cancellation	Rating 6.6 480 reviews	Search Jetstar flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $283	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 424 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $424	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 929 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights

Virgin Australia Flights From Queenstown to Sydney
Across 7 Virgin Australia flights from Queenstown to Sydney this week, the average price was $569, with the best Virgin Australia deals starting from $283 round-trip. 424 users have rated Virgin Australia on momondo, with an average score of 7.6/10.
Qantas Airways Flights From Queenstown to Sydney
Qantas Airways (7.5/10 from 929 reviews) operates around 21 flights from Queenstown to Sydney in any given week. The average Qantas Airways airfare for this route is around $710, with deals from around $424 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip Queenstown to Sydney flight searches in the last 72 hours.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Sydney?

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

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to Sydney. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $263. The most expensive day to fly to Sydney is Tuesday, with ticket prices averaging around $424.

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

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Queenstown Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Queenstown to Sydney flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Queenstown to Sydney flights are approximately 3% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Queenstown Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Air New Zealand are the most popular carriers operating from Queenstown Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Which airlines fly to Sydney?

How often are flights from Queenstown to Sydney delayed?

Historically, on average around 17% of flights between Queenstown and Sydney have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 124 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Queenstown to Sydney flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Tuesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Queenstown to Sydney flights?

According to our data, China Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 6% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Queenstown to Sydney on average per day?

As of November 2025, there are 26 flights per day flying from Queenstown to Sydney. The most common time of day flights depart is 15:00, with 64% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Queenstown to Sydney on average per week?

As of November 2025, there are 184 flights per week flying from Queenstown to Sydney. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 15% of flights taking off on this day.

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