Vivid Sydney 2026 Mix & Match Travel Deals

Fly from $298* one-way.

What is Vivid Sydney?

Light installations, music, minds and food across the Harbour City

Vivid Sydney is Australia’s largest annual festival of light, music, minds and food. Each night, Sydney transforms into a mesmerising outdoor gallery, with immersive Visual projections and light installations across Circular Quay, The Rocks, Barangaroo and Darling Harbour. One of the best parts? Over 75% of the Vivid Sydney program is free for you to experience. 

Vivid Sydney Free Experiences 

  • Light Walk: The free 6.5km Light Walk will feature more than 40 light installations stretching from Circular Quay and The Rocks through to Barangaroo, Cockle Bay and Darling Harbour. 
  • Music: Free nightly performances at Tumbalong Park in Darling Harbour.
  • Projections: Lighting up iconic buildings, including the Sydney Opera House.

Plan your trip with our Vivid Sydney Travel Guide.

Sydney Flight Deals from New Zealand

Quick and convenient flights make Sydney an easy getaway for a weekend escape or a longer stay. Lock in your preferred travel dates and times for Vivid Sydney while availability is strong.

Qantas flights are on sale to Sydney with direct flights from Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch & Queenstown.

Flights from Auckland to Sydney from $298* one-way / $675* return

Travel: 16 Mar- 27 Mar, 20 Apr -26 Jun, 20 Jul -18 Sep, 12 Oct -4 Dec 2026, 27 Jan -16 Mar 2027

Flying: Qantas

midnight Sunday, 29th March 2026

Note: Full service includes checked baggage

 

Flights from Wellington to Sydney from $306* one-way/ $712* return

Travel: 16 Mar- 27 Mar, 20 Apr -26 Jun, 20 Jul -18 Sep, 12 Oct -4 Dec 2026, 27 Jan -16 Mar 2027

Flying: Qantas

midnight Sunday, 29th March 2026

Note: Full service includes checked baggage

 

Flights from Christchurch to Sydney from $319* one-way/ $715* return

Travel: 16 Mar- 27 Mar, 20 Apr -26 Jun, 20 Jul -18 Sep, 12 Oct -4 Dec 2026, 27 Jan -16 Mar 2027

Flying: Qantas

midnight Sunday, 29th March 2026

Note: Full service includes checked baggage

 

Flights from Queenstown to Sydney from $386* one-way/ $852* return

Travel: 16 Mar- 27 Mar, 20 Apr -26 Jun, 20 Jul -18 Sep, 12 Oct -4 Dec 2026, 27 Jan -16 Mar 2027

Flying: Qantas

midnight Sunday, 29th March 2026

Note: Full service includes checked baggage

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Sydney Accommodation for Vivid Sydney 2026

Stay near the harbour and major Vivid Sydney precincts

Our Sydney accommodation options include central hotels and flexible stays close to the Vivid Sydney action, so you can spend less time commuting and more time exploring. 

Choose your stay:

The Rocks: Lord Nelson Brewery
Barangaroo Park Apartments by Urban Rest
Furama Darling Harbour
  • CBD and Circular Quay stay for easy access to Vivid Sydney
  • Harbour-view hotels for iconic skyline scenes
  • Family-friendly apartments with extra space
  • Longer-stay options for extended Sydney trips
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Discover more in Sydney

Turn your festival trip into a full Sydney escape. Make the most of your days in Sydney with iconic attractions and experiences. Visit the Sydney Opera House, climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge, or head out to Bondi Beach. Add these popular experiences to your trip:

  • Taronga Zoo
  • Sydney Harbour Cruise
  • Bondi Beach Surf Lesson
  • Big Bus Sydney
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Flexible Flights and Accommodation

Vivid Sydney is a popular event. Flights and hotels, especially around the harbour and CBD, can sell out early.

  • Choose flights, hotel style and travel dates
  • Expert help to match deals to your needs
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS Airfare sales until midnight 29 March 2026, unless sold out prior. Advertised prices are based on economy class fares from New Zealand to Sydney flying with Qantas. Fares are fully inclusive - includes meals, drinks, entertainment, and a checked bag. Full payment is required at the time of purchase. Prices include airline ticket taxes and surcharges based on the most direct routing with no stopovers. Specific promotional sale and travel periods apply (see offer details above). Minimum and maximum stay conditions may apply. Capacity is limited, and sale fares may not be available on all flights or on all dates. Travel during peak periods, including Vivid Sydney, is subject to availability and may sell out quickly. All prices are correct as of 16 March 2026 but are subject to change at any time due to availability, routing, or currency fluctuations. Advertised fares are shown for payment made by Account2Account (internet banking). Additional fees apply for credit card, Laybuy, and Afterpay payments. Booking fees and payment surcharges are not included in the advertised price and will be added during the booking process. Prices shown are for online bookings only. For full individual booking terms and conditions relating to flights, accommodation, and travel experiences, please refer to the relevant flight, accommodation, or travel experience landing page at the time of booking.