Vivid Sydney Travel Deals.

Sydney Flights on Sale with Air New Zealand

Save $75* on Flights.

Sydney is calling—and getting there just got even better. For a limited time, enjoy $75* off Air New Zealand return Sydney flights and start planning your next escape across the Tasman.

Fly Into Sydney Airport and Step Straight Into the Experience

Touch down at Sydney Airport and ease straight into holiday mode. With great shopping, dining options, and easy transport links, you’ll be in the heart of the city in no time—perfect for making the most of everything Sydney has to offer from the moment you land.

Plan Your Trip Around Vivid Sydney

If you’re planning to travel soon, don’t miss Vivid Sydney, the city’s iconic festival of light, music, and ideas. From 22 May to 13 June 2026, the harbour and skyline will come alive in a dazzling display you won’t want to miss.

Flying into Sydney Airport puts you right where the action is—making it easy to go from runway to waterfront and experience Vivid Sydney at its best.

Why Book Your Sydney Flights Now?

• Save $75* on Air New Zealand return flights to Sydney
• Flights from any Air New Zealand regional airport across New Zealand are included in the discount
• Easy arrival via Sydney Airport with shops, dining & quick city access
• Perfect timing to experience Vivid Sydney (22 May – 13 June 2026)
• The discount is automatically applied—just search and book
• Sales end at midnight Saturday, 18th April, unless sold out prior
• Travel anytime

Ready to Book Your Sydney Escape?

Search Sydney flights with Air New Zealand, enjoy the savings, and get ready to experience Sydney at its most vibrant. Let's go!

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.

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

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:

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

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