Airport Comparison
| SYD | ZQN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport | Queenstown International Airport |
| IATA Code | SYD | ZQN |
| ICAO Code | YSSY | NZQN |
| City | Sydney | Queenstown |
| Country | Australia | New Zealand |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 21 ft | 1,171 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.950000, 151.180000 | -45.020000, 168.740000 |
Sydney (SYD) to Queenstown (ZQN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia to Queenstown International Airport (ZQN) in Queenstown, New Zealand is 1,938 kilometers (1,204 miles / 1,047 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southeast at a heading of 135°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Australia with New Zealand. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 22:12 in Sydney, it's 00:12 in Queenstown.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,150 feet between the two airports. Queenstown International Airport sits higher than Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport.
The return flight from Queenstown (ZQN) to Sydney (SYD) follows a heading of 303° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) and Queenstown International Airport (ZQN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.