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Experience Antarctica in a Day - Sydney Roundtrip

  • Antarctic expeditioners onboard with live crosses to research stations
  • Take home an Explorer Kit packed with maps and stats
  • Seats swap at the halfway point so everyone gets window views
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$2,399 pp twin share
$2,399 pp solo share
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Departs 22 November 2026 Returns 14 February 2027
Duration1 night
OperatorAntarctica Flights
StyleTour
HighlightNew Dates - 22 Nov 2026 & 14 Feb 2027!
See Antarctica in a day on a chartered Qantas 787 Dreamliner. All-inclusive day tour with meals and bar service. Domestic roundtrip - no visas or passport needed!

Come onboard for a unique one-day scenic flight over the stunning Antarctic region. No need for visas - you'll depart from and return to Sydney on this flight of a lifetime. Enjoy unparalleled views of the icy landscape aboard the ultra-modern 787 Dreamliner.

Fly over the jaw-droppingly beautiful Antarctic region, see endless mountain ranges, mesmerizing ice formations, and some of the most unique scenery in the world.

You are afforded optimal views of the vast white wilderness thanks to windows 65% larger than any other vessel of its size. Its lower cabin altitude mitigates the discomfort passengers may sometimes experience during and after a long flight. USB charging ports and personal HD touchscreens are also available for all seating classes, for those moments in between iceberg spotting.

What To Expect:

The flight provides a full day of Antarctic experience. The flight from Australia ranges between 9,500–10,500 km round trip (approximately 12.5 hours) depending on your departure city. Expert Antarctic expeditioners are onboard to talk about the polar environment and its history while video screenings depict life on the ground.

Approximately three hours south of Australia, passengers will usually see the first scattered ice followed by dozens of icebergs and ice floes. Cross the South Magnetic Pole, where you will start to view the rugged mountainous topography of the Antarctic mainland.

Where You'll Fly:

Whilst you will be over the Antarctic Treaty area for around 4 hours, approximately 3-4 hours will be spent flying over the Antarctic continent.

In planning the route, considerable time is taken to select the most spectacular area of Antarctica within the aircraft's range. The selected area will be chosen from 19 different flight plans, taking into account:

  • Maximum viewing potential from both sides of the aircraft
  • Maximum penetration over Antarctica
  • Maximum variety in landmass scenery, including high mountains, glaciers, ice plateau, and coastline
  • The best possibility for viewing should weather conditions be adverse
When & how much

Departures & Pricing

Departs
22 November 2026
Returns 14 February 2027
Returns
14 February 2027
Duration
1 night
From pp twin share
$2,399 pp
From pp solo cabin
$2,399 pp

22 November 2026 & 14 February 2027 departures

  • Explorer Economy Class:- Sold out*
  • Standard Economy Class: $2,399 per person*
  • Superior Economy Class: $3,399 per person *
  • Premium Economy Class: $4,199 per person *
  • Business Class:- Sold out*
  • Business Class Deluxe: - Sold out*

*Prices are subject to availability at the time of booking and may change or be withdrawn at any time without notice.

Upgrades, transfers, accommodation and more can be quoted on enquiry — call 1300 414 198.

Day by day

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Departing from Sydney Airport

    Check-in: 7:00 amDepart: 8:00 amReturn: 10:00 pm

    Your Antarctica flight will depart from and return to the Qantas Domestic Terminal at Sydney Airport. Check-in is at least 1 hour prior to the departure of your flight.

    Flight times should be used as a guide only and are subject to change. Confirmation of exact times will be provided with your final documentation.

    Guests joining the flight from other Domestic or International ports, ensure you arrive at least two hours prior to the departure time mentioned above.

    *Please note that the itinerary may change due to weather, operational requirements, or local conditions.

What you get for the price

Inclusions & exclusions

What’s included

  • Return scenic flight from Sydney over Antarctica in your choice of cabin class
  • Antarctic Expeditioners - Meet Antarctic explorers onboard and experience live crosses to research stations
  • Full Bar Service - Full bar service – toast your discovery with champagne, wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks
  • Antarctic Viewing - The ultimate birds' eye over the continent with up to 4 hours of viewing that you will never forget
  • Meal Service - Two full service Qantas meals plus in-flight snacks to keep you fuelled for the long day
  • Explorer Kit - Take home your Explorer Kit with all the maps and stats you need to become an Antarctic expert
  • Entertainment System - Watch Antarctic documentaries, movies or TV shows on the state of the art entertainment system.

Not included

Travel Insurance

Where you’ll stay

Accommodation

Explorer Economy Class

Explorer seats do not have direct access to a window. Passengers are free to stand in the aisles and common areas to enjoy the views of Antarctica. Passengers will enjoy Qantas International service and award winning inflight entertainment system. These seats do not rotate

Standard Economy Class

These are the four seats on each side of the aircraft in the Economy Class section over or near the wing, which can obstruct viewing. The window and the adjacent aisle seats will be exchanged at the halfway point of the journey. Each passenger will have a window seat or the seat next to a window seat for half of the flight and an aisle seat or adjacent for the other half of the flight.

Superior Economy Class

The rear Economy Class section is reserved for Superior passengers. All seat rows are well clear of the wing for excellent viewing. Superior seats are the four seats on each side of the aircraft and will be exchanged at the halfway point of the journey. Each passenger will have a window seat or the seat next to a window seat for half of the flight and an aisle seat or adjacent for the other half of the flight.

Premium Economy Class

Qantas’ International Premium seats, with larger seats and seat pitch than Economy Class seats. Seats are located over the wing, which can obstruct viewing. Each passenger will have a window seat or the seat next to a window seat for half of the flight and an aisle seat or adjacent for the other half of the flight.

Business Class

Business seats are set at the leading edge of the plane’s wing, which means there will be a slight viewing obstruction. With full international business class service, all seats are either a window or aisle seat. Passengers will swap at the halfway point of the journey. With ample space between each seat, enjoy the room to spread out.

Business Class Deluxe

Admire aerial views of Antarctica in utmost comfort in Business Deluxe seats with full international business class service. All seats are either a window or aisle seat, and passengers will swap at the halfway point of the journey, which means everyone will have unobstructed views of Antarctica. With ample space between each seat, enjoy the room to spread out.

From the operator

Common questions about this voyage

Arriving from another city/town?Your Antarctica flight will depart and return to the Qantas Domestic Terminal at Sydney Airport. Check in is at least 1 hour prior to the departure of your flight. Flight times should be used as a guide only and are subject to change. Confirmation of exact times will be provided with your final documentation. Guests joining our flight from other Domestic or International ports, ensure you arrive at least two hours prior to the departure time mentioned above.Are there any age restrictions for the flight?
People of all ages are welcome on the flights, however we do ask you to consider the following:
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The fine print

Terms & conditions

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$300 non refundable deposit per person due within 3 days of booking. Final payment due 60 days prior to departure.

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