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

Each day, there are between 2 and 5 nonstop flights that take off from Sydney and land in Queenstown, with an average flight time of 2h 59m. The most common departure time is 9:00 a.m. and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 28 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 18% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Thursday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Q: Which airlines fly most frequently between Sydney and Queenstown?

Qantas Airways connects Sydney to Queenstown with 14 flights per week. Jetstar also offers 5 flights per week, while Virgin Australia follows with 5 flights per week. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

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

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Sydney at 6:15 am and will be landing in Queenstown at 11:10 am.

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 2 and 5 nonstop flights that take off from Sydney and land in Queenstown, with an average flight time of 2h 59m. The most common departure time is 9:00 a.m. and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 28 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 18% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Thursday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 2

Which airlines fly most frequently between Sydney and Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

Qantas Airways connects Sydney to Queenstown with 14 flights per week. Jetstar also offers 5 flights per week, while Virgin Australia follows with 5 flights per week. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Sydney at 6:15 am and will be landing in Queenstown at 11:10 am.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Sydney to Queenstown jets off at 4:15 pm and lands at 9:15 pm.

Question 5

Which airlines fly direct between Sydney and Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 airlines that fly direc 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 C$ 382 for a round-trip flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Jetstar.

Question 6

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sydney to Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 7

Which airline alliances offer flights from Sydney to Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 10

Is Sydney Airport wheelchair accessible?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to Queenstown is May, where tickets cost C$ 409 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 645 and C$ 558 respectively.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

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. <a href='/flight-routes/Sydney-Kingsford-Smith-SYD/Queenstown-Intl-ZQN'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

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. <a href='/flight-routes/Sydney-Kingsford-Smith-SYD/Queenstown-Intl-ZQN'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

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 Queenstown with an airline and back to Sydney with another airline. <a href='/flight-routes/Sydney-Kingsford-Smith-SYD/Queenstown-Intl-ZQN'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

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. <a href='/flight-routes/Sydney-Kingsford-Smith-SYD/Queenstown-Intl-ZQN'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Sydney to Queenstown, you should book around 6 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

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 C$ 462 on average.

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

The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to Queenstown is May, where tickets cost C$ 409 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 645 and C$ 558 respectively.

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

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 C$ 462 on average.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from Sydney to Queenstown, you should book around 6 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

Which airlines fly most frequently between Sydney and Queenstown?

Qantas Airways connects Sydney to Queenstown with 14 flights per week. Jetstar also offers 5 flights per week, while Virgin Australia follows with 5 flights per week.

Which airlines fly direct between Sydney and Queenstown?

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

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

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

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

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Sydney at 6:15 am and will be landing in Queenstown at 11:10 am.

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 4:15 pm and lands at 9:15 pm.

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