$182 Find Cheap Flights from Sydney to New Zealand

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Best New Zealand Flight Deals from Sydney

Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Auckland
Aucklanddirect$298
Christchurch
Christchurch1 stop$569
Wellington
Wellington1 stop$426
Queenstown
Queenstowndirect$439
Dunedin
Dunedin1 stop$655
Napier
Napier1 stop$726
Hamilton
Hamiltondirect$288
Invercargill
Invercargill1 stop$824
Blenheim
Blenheim2 stops$938
Tauranga
Tauranga1 stop$816
Rotorua
Rotorua1 stop$706
Taupo
Taupo1 stop$844
Auckland
Aucklanddirect$298
Christchurch
Christchurch1 stop$569
Wellington
Wellington1 stop$426
Queenstown
Queenstowndirect$439
Dunedin
Dunedin1 stop$655
Napier
Napier1 stop$726
Hamilton
Hamiltondirect$288
Invercargill
Invercargill1 stop$824
Blenheim
Blenheim2 stops$938
Tauranga
Tauranga1 stop$816
Rotorua
Rotorua1 stop$706
Taupo
Taupo1 stop$844

Cheap Flights from Sydney to New Zealand

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Sydney to New Zealand 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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Recent return flight deals from Sydney to New Zealand

Thu, 31 Jul - Thu, 7 Aug
Jetstar Logo
06:15 - 11:15SYD-HLZ
3h 00mdirect
Jetstar Logo
12:15 - 13:45HLZ-SYD
3h 30mdirect
$289Jetstar
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Thu, 31 Jul - Thu, 7 Aug
Jetstar Logo
06:15 - 11:15SYD-HLZ
3h 00mdirect
Jetstar Logo
12:15 - 13:45HLZ-SYD
3h 30mdirect
$298Jetstar
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Sat, 26 Jul - Wed, 30 Jul
Jetstar Logo
09:05 - 14:10SYD-AKL
3h 05mdirect
Jetstar Logo
06:15 - 08:05AKL-SYD
3h 50mdirect
$298Jetstar
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Thu, 21 Aug - Sun, 31 Aug
Air New Zealand Logo
17:55 - 23:05SYD-CHC
3h 10mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
06:35 - 08:15CHC-SYD
3h 40mdirect
$572Air New Zealand
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Tue, 19 Aug - Sat, 23 Aug
Air New Zealand Logo
17:55 - 23:05SYD-CHC
3h 10mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
06:35 - 08:15CHC-SYD
3h 40mdirect
$592Air New Zealand
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Tue, 19 Aug - Fri, 22 Aug
Emirates Logo
07:50 - 12:55SYD-CHC
3h 05mdirect
Emirates Logo
17:45 - 19:05CHC-SYD
3h 20mdirect
$594Emirates
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Thu, 17 Jul - Mon, 21 Jul
Qantas Airways Logo
18:55 - 23:59SYD-CHC
3h 04mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
06:00 - 07:30CHC-SYD
3h 30mdirect
$604Qantas Airways
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Sat, 19 Jul - Sat, 26 Jul
Emirates Logo
07:50 - 12:55SYD-CHC
3h 05mdirect
Emirates Logo
17:45 - 19:05CHC-SYD
3h 20mdirect
$610Emirates
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Fri, 18 Jul - Fri, 25 Jul
Qantas Airways Logo
18:45 - 23:55SYD-WLG
3h 10mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
06:05 - 07:45WLG-SYD
3h 40mdirect
$612Qantas Airways
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Sat, 27 Sep - Fri, 10 Oct
LATAM Airlines Logo
11:50 - 16:55SYD-AKL
3h 05mdirect
LATAM Airlines Logo
08:30 - 10:35AKL-SYD
4h 05mdirect
$648LATAM Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Sydney to New Zealand flights

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

What is the cheapest Sydney to New Zealand flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Sydney to New Zealand.

The cheapest ticket to New Zealand from Sydney found in the last 72 hours was to Hamilton, at $207 return. The most popular route is from Sydney (SYD) to Auckland (AKL), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $223.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Sydney to New Zealand?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at $799 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to New Zealand?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to New Zealand, 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 New Zealand is August, when tickets cost $463 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, when the average cost of return tickets is $730 and $633 respectively.

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

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

When flying from Sydney to New Zealand, you should consider leaving on a Wednesday and avoid Sundays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Sydney, you’ll find the best rates on Fridays and the most expensive ones on Saturdays.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to New Zealand, 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 Sydney to New Zealand, you should book around 5 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.


Good to know

Low seasonMay
High seasonDecember
Cheapest flight$182
Best time to beat the crowds (10% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (29% more expensive on average)
Flight from Sydney to Hamilton

FAQs - booking New Zealand flights

  • Can I find cheap flights from Sydney to New Zealand with no stopovers en route?

    Direct flights are available from Sydney to various New Zealand airports. You can fly direct to Auckland from Sydney with AirAsia X, LATAM Airways, and JetStar in around 3 hours. Direct flights to Wellington are also available with Qantas and with Emirates. These flights also take roughly 3 hours. If you want to fly direct from Sydney to Christchurch, you can also fly with these airlines.

  • Should I apply for a visa before visiting New Zealand?

    Australian travellers will not need to get a visa before they visit New Zealand. Instead, you will just need a valid Australian passport.

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

    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 New Zealand.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to New Zealand?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to New Zealand is generally in the afternoon, when retur flights cost $231 on average. Morning departures are around 13% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to New Zealand is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $331.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to New Zealand

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found tickets from Sydney to the following destinations at these prices or less: Auckland $293 one-way - $308 round-trip; Christchurch $346 one-way - $630 round-trip; Wellington $368 one-way - $659 round-trip
  • If you plan to visit the Wai-O-Tapu thermal springs and want to find cheap flights from Sydney to New Zealand, the most affordable option is to fly direct to Auckland Airport (AKL) and then take a domestic flight from Auckland to Taupo (TUO). Flights from Auckland to Taupo take around 40 minutes. Once you land in Taupo, you will find yourself around 40 minutes from the thermal springs by car.
  • Passengers flying to New Zealand for a work event can take advantage of the on-site conference facilities at Wellington Airport (WLG). The conference room can hold up to 80 guests and offers spectacular views of the airport runways.
  • Want to stay overnight when you land at the airport? Both Auckland Airport and Christchurch Airport (CHC) have on-site hotels where you can enjoy a peaceful rest after your journey. Passengers landing at Auckland Airport can check in at the Novotel Auckland Airport, which is located a 2-minute walk from International Arrivals. You can also stay at the ibis Budget Auckland Airport, which is situated just a 5-minute walk from the terminals. At Christchurch Airport, you can stay at the Novotel, which is located outside Arrivals through Exit 9, or at the Sudima Airport Hotel, which is a 5-minute walk away.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Sydney to New Zealand

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Sydney to New Zealand? 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.
8.1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3273 reviews
7.8Food
8.3Crew
8.0Comfort
8.1Boarding
8.2Entertainment
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They should resume the fast track for business / first class passengers

10.0 ExcellentAli, May 2025DXB - MAN
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They should resume the fast track for business / first class passengers

They cancelled our flight, rebooked, cancelled that one. We are now flying New Zealand Air and need a refund please. How do we get it?

Wifi was not operational for the whole trip. Other than this, flight was well received .

Food no so good. Extra charge to much for front seats cost me £163 then other people sat near me for nothing 🤬

First time and very memorable, the finest flying experience ive ever had

Everything I was good except food quality is very poor

I would never have been able to make the transfer in time without asking for a wheelchair

It was great, a little more leg room would have been better particularly since we were in premium economy

Good flight overall. Good options of food on NY-Dubai-Mumbai leg. Not that good reversing back. The flight crew is courteous and professional as always. The seating was much more comfortable going into Mumbai than coming back. Cheers!

Very uncomfortable aircraft. No free entertainment or drinks. Food okay. Won't fly with them again.

The 10hr flight was a comfortable as it could be in row 57. The food was just very bad….bland and soggy!

The business class upgrade meant a good sleep on the way home after a long week away. Excellent service, great food, and comfortable seat/bed for the journey.

I love the “boarding from the back” idea - it’s so much better than the “Zones” idea that many others use. Also, the inflight wifi was a first for me! Very nice to have on a 13-hour flight!

The issue was with getting our boarding pases. There were issues with our arrangements that were made through Kayak. I am sorry to say that we will not use you again because of this. The flight itself was good and the flight attendants excellent.

Arriving at Coolangatta, rows 20 forward, took the airbridge across to the terminal. It was suggested to those from rows 21 back, that we take the rear stairs and to be careful crossing the tarmac. That was all well and good. However, when we got across to the terminal we then had to climb three large flights of stairs to meet up with those coming across the airbridge. No elevator! There were people carrying babies and elderly carrying hand luggage that needed assistance from others.. There was no option to turn back.

It was good for a short domestic flight. As no food ar entertainment provided, there should be a n/a rating available for those.

USB charging ports did not work on any of Air New Zealand flights

Economy was much nicer on the Air New Zealand planes.

At Coolangatta International it is difficult to hear voice boarding announcements when away from screen announcements.

Flew premium economy, well worth the extra. Much better seat size & space. Meals & snacks were lovely. Crew really pleasant. Internet is not great, not really useful for anything. Couldn't even send messages.

Our flight was cancelled and it took them 5 hours to reschedule and the next morning they said we still didn’t have a new ticket.

I travel often with LATAM, it never disappoints me. The service is great, nice crew, latest and some classic movies. I got 3 small meals, cannot complaint. I’ll definitely travel again with them.

We departed and landed on time, the aircraft was clean and comfortable, the crew were lovely. Online checkin worked well and the self service bag drop at the airport worked well. The a/c was an Airbus A330 and has been fitted with a good entertainment system with lots of choice in many languages. The price I paid for the flight was competitive with other airlines apart from the budget carriers, none of whom I was familiar with so I stuck to an airline I have used in previous visits to South America.

We didn’t have any entertainment. I tried to go online without success. The airplane was extremely cold and they didn’t have blankets.

It was good, however the airplane was really cold. We received snacks and the crew was friendly.

Delta has an outstanding service. They are courteous and punctual most of the time. The flight departed a half hour late but we arrived 15 minutes early.

Not sure why there are so many security checks at this airport. Consistently annoying showing passport over and over, checking carryons at gate all the while trying to make tight connection. Basically it was uncomfortable crowded cabin with meidiocre service

Although the flight is goof and the crew is good, the way the airline charges you for every service is ridiculous.

Plane never left the ground. Mech issues - entire trip was rerouted through united.

No entertainment but not expected. Unless you are referring to monitor that you can use. Then Al, was fine on all flights.

Traditional economy class. Not a full flight so spare seats. Food and drinks were good

Was bumped to a later flight because of inefficiency on part of the airline.

Inflight entertainment, poor that there are no headrest screens on aircraft used for an international flight.

The Emerits/Qantas flight was cancelled to Wellington. We need a refund. Had to buy another airline ticket. How do we get the refund. Still not in Wellington.

Delayed QF59 flight once again, Qantas doesn't fail in maintaining there delayed departures and arrivals. USB points do not work nor do the power point sockets on the plane, Qantas staff admitted that on the flight. Don't expect to your charge devices. Saving grace, was the ice cream. Bottom line, if you expect to fly to HND and make it on time avoid Qantas and if you're interested in ice cream - visit 7/11.

Pretty excellent. I don’t know what the pilot could have done better with the bumping ( there was a storm) nor what happened to my ears coming down into bendigo. It doesn’t happen coming down into Sydney just the return flight. I wonder why?

Touch screens were very difficult to use, generally being laggy and unresponsive- it was quite an art to get it to play the thing you wanted rather than some thing at random. Selection of films and Tv was good when touchscreen decided to finally respond.

Their aircraft are old and amenities lack way behind other international carriers leaving from BNE. Even in economy

Airport and crew experience was excellent. We had to queue for the runway - no one’s fault, but it did mean we were 30 minutes late leaving

Overall good experience with flight and airport wheelchair staff. Also got Indian food in the flights

stuck in the aircraft for over three hours due to engineering work, significantly delayed and made a lot of passengers missed the connecting transport, no mention any compensation

Very quiet plane!! One of the quietest planes we have been on.

Jetsatar refused to take my foldable stroller in the plane, despite following all the rules on dimensions and packaging. Similar thing happened on our previous fight. However, at that instance, they offered to check in the stroller. At this fight, the staff was rude, trying to rush us to board the flight. They made excuses that the stroller was not allowed and even offer to leave it behind and ship it back at our own cost. Fortunately, we had someone else attending. Since the flight was about to take off, they left it behind and send it back to us on the next available flight.

Overall, it was good. The only concern was that I couldn't charge my phone because the USB port didn't work after we took off. One of the crew members tried to restart it but never came back to me with an update.

Comfortable seats, boarding was easy and staff were very nice.

Flight was fine but a domestic flight was called by Jetstar international. This meant going through immigration and custom scanning twice. Long queues were experienced which were frustrating. We were using a wheelchair and exit at Perth needed a scissor lift as no air bridge provided. No fast lane at Perth for wheelchair. The staff were helpful but this system is poor.

The crew were great. The seat was older than an old Holden with a big metal bar sticking right into my back. The passenger next to me complained that hers was the same. The pre purchase system for food was disappointing as the pie/quiche took 20 mins to warm up, arrived too hot and with no utensils. It was one of the most uncomfortable flights I've ever been on.

Not very good, no food and not drink ( caffe or tea). Never ever fly with jet star.

Fabulous I have no issues with JetStar great service always use them to fly

Flight was as expected - we got what we paid for which was a base fare

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