How often are flights from Sydney to Queenstown delayed?

About 17% of weekly flights between Sydney and Queenstown have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 96 minutes.

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

Over the past year, Qantas Airways has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

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

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

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

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

How popular is this Sydney to Queenstown flight route?

The Sydney Kingsford Smith to Queenstown Intl flight path was viewed by 1 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 Queenstown?

A quick flight from Sydney to Queenstown can take about 2h 55m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 548. The distance from Sydney to Queenstown is about 1938 km. All flights are typically direct.

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

The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Sydney to Queenstown are Jetstar (C$ 262), Air New Zealand (C$ 277), and Qantas Airways (C$ 334).

Weekly flight availability from Sydney to Queenstown

The most flights from SYD to ZQN are scheduled on a Thursday (31 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Queenstown ranges from 50.0 - 80.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 80.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Queenstown when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Queenstown, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 3.0 C).

What are the most reliable airlines from Sydney to Queenstown?

Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Sydney to Queenstown on time: China Airlines (95%), China Eastern (95%), Malaysia Airlines (95%).

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

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Thu 14/1

6:15 a.m.-11:10 a.m.

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 337

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Sat 23/1

6:15 a.m.-11:10 a.m.

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 364

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SYDZQN

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Sat 27/3

6:15 a.m.-11:10 a.m.

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 394

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 15/11

6:15 a.m.-11:10 a.m.

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 394

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SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 23/2

9:15 a.m.-2:15 p.m.

Nonstop3h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 405

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/2

7:25 p.m.-9:50 a.m.

1 stop12h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 410

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SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 18/3

7:25 p.m.-8:25 a.m.

1 stop11h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 412

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Sat 5/12

6:15 a.m.-11:10 a.m.

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 422

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - ZQN Queenstown Intl

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 5/3

6:15 a.m.-11:10 a.m.

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 8/3

9:00 p.m.-10:20 p.m.

Nonstop3h 20m

C$ 588

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - ZQN Queenstown Intl

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 23/1

6:15 a.m.-11:10 a.m.

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 30/1

9:00 p.m.-10:20 p.m.

Nonstop3h 20m

C$ 633

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

The price you pay for your flight from Sydney to Queenstown may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 28 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Queenstown (average of C$ 493). Flying from Sydney to Queenstown in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 728). 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 ZQN?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sydney to Queenstown as you normally would.

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Sydney to Queenstown flights typically cost between C$ 501 and C$ 724 in February.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 521 on Jetstar (11 Feb-17 Feb).

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How popular is this Sydney to Queenstown flight route?
The Sydney Kingsford Smith to Queenstown Intl flight path was viewed by 1 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 Queenstown?
A quick flight from Sydney to Queenstown can take about 2h 55m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 548. The distance from Sydney to Queenstown is about 1938 km. All flights are typically direct.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Queenstown one-way?
The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Sydney to Queenstown are Jetstar (C$ 262), Air New Zealand (C$ 277), and Qantas Airways (C$ 334).
What are the most reliable airlines from Sydney to Queenstown?
Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Sydney to Queenstown on time: China Airlines (95%), China Eastern (95%), Malaysia Airlines (95%).
Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Queenstown that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Queenstown flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Queenstown?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Queenstown.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Queenstown?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Queenstown 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 Queenstown?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Queenstown (average of C$ 493). Flying from Sydney to Queenstown in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 728). 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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How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Queenstown?

The price you pay for your flight from Sydney to Queenstown may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 28 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SYD to ZQN?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sydney to Queenstown as you normally would.

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Sydney to Queenstown flights typically cost between C$ 501 and C$ 724 in February.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 521 on Jetstar (11 Feb-17 Feb).

Weekly flight availability from Sydney to Queenstown

The most flights from SYD to ZQN are scheduled on a Thursday (31 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How often are flights from Sydney to Queenstown delayed?

About 17% of weekly flights between Sydney and Queenstown have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 96 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

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

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

Over the past year, Qantas Airways has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

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Sydney to Queenstown flights typically cost between C$ 501 and C$ 724 in February.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 521 on Jetstar (11 Feb-17 Feb).