$68+ Cheap flights from Queenstown

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 29/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
ZQN — MEL
18 Mar — 25 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

What to know about flights from Queenstown

Discover essential information about flights departing from Queenstown, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Queenstown airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 16 February 2026.

Cheapest one-way flight

$93

Cheapest round-trip flight

$56

Cheapest airline

Jetstar

Most popular destination

Auckland Intl (AKL)

Good round-trip deal

$170 or less

Good one-way deal

$114 or less
The cheapest one-way flight from Queenstown Intl is currently to Christchurch.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Queenstown Intl is currently to Wellington.
On average, Jetstar currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Queenstown Intl (avg. price of $266).
Auckland Intl (AKL) is currently the most popular flight destination from Queenstown Intl (average return price of $389).
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Queenstown Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Queenstown Intl.

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Cheapest flights from Queenstown
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Queenstown. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 16 February 2026.

Sat 28/316:50
ZQN
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 10m
Air New Zealand
Sun 29/307:10
CHC
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 15m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 13/2$200
Sat 4/410:25
ZQN
-
CHC
Nonstop0h 55m
Air New Zealand
Mon 6/408:40
CHC
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 00m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 13/2$202
Fri 29/514:35
ZQN
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 10m
Air New Zealand
Mon 1/608:40
CHC
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 00m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 14/2$209
Thu 23/416:05
ZQN
-
WLG
Nonstop1h 20m
Air New Zealand
Mon 27/413:55
WLG
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 15/2$210
Wed 1/416:30
ZQN
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 10m
Air New Zealand
Wed 8/414:40
CHC
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 15m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 15/2$225
Tue 31/314:35
ZQN
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 10m
Air New Zealand
Tue 7/408:40
CHC
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 00m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 14/2$233
Fri 27/311:15
ZQN
-
WLG
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Sun 29/309:10
WLG
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 14/2$233
Wed 1/407:00
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Air New Zealand
Wed 8/407:15
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 15/2$243
Fri 1/509:00
ZQN
-
AKL
2 stops10h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/510:30
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/2$245
Fri 29/513:00
ZQN
-
CHC
1 stop6h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/615:05
CHC
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/2$255
Fri 1/511:15
ZQN
-
AKL
1 stop11h 00m
Jetstar
Mon 4/508:15
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 14/2$266
Thu 2/410:25
ZQN
-
CHC
Nonstop0h 55m
Air New Zealand
Thu 9/407:10
CHC
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 15m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 16/2$268

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Find flights departing from Queenstown that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 16 February 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches

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Route

Departure

Return

Price

QueenstownChristchurch

ZQN - CHC

ZQNCHC

Queenstown Intl

Sat 28/3

16:50-18:00

Nonstop1h 10m

Christchurch

Sun 29/3

07:10-08:25

Nonstop1h 15m

$200

QueenstownChristchurch

ZQN - CHC

ZQNCHC

Queenstown Intl

Sat 4/4

10:25-11:20

Nonstop0h 55m

Christchurch

Mon 6/4

08:40-09:40

Nonstop1h 00m

$202

QueenstownChristchurch

ZQN - CHC

ZQNCHC

Queenstown Intl

Fri 29/5

14:35-15:45

Nonstop1h 10m

Christchurch

Mon 1/6

08:40-09:40

Nonstop1h 00m

$209

QueenstownWellington

ZQN - WLG

ZQNWLG

Queenstown Intl

Thu 23/4

16:05-17:25

Nonstop1h 20m

Wellington

Mon 27/4

13:55-15:20

Nonstop1h 25m

$210

QueenstownChristchurch

ZQN - CHC

ZQNCHC

Queenstown Intl

Wed 1/4

16:30-17:40

Nonstop1h 10m

Christchurch

Wed 8/4

14:40-15:55

Nonstop1h 15m

$225

QueenstownWellington

ZQN - WLG

ZQNWLG

Queenstown Intl

Fri 27/3

11:15-12:35

Nonstop1h 20m

Wellington

Sun 29/3

09:10-10:35

Nonstop1h 25m

$233

QueenstownChristchurch

ZQN - CHC

ZQNCHC

Queenstown Intl

Tue 31/3

14:35-15:45

Nonstop1h 10m

Christchurch

Tue 7/4

08:40-09:40

Nonstop1h 00m

$233

QueenstownChristchurch

ZQN - CHC

ZQNCHC

Queenstown Intl

Fri 29/5

13:00-19:55

1 stop6h 55m

Christchurch

Mon 1/6

15:05-16:05

Nonstop1h 00m

$255

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Tue 12/5

17:30-19:20

Nonstop1h 50m

Auckland Intl

Sat 13/6

07:00-15:55

2 stops8h 55m

$257

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Fri 8/5

11:15-22:15

1 stop11h 00m

Auckland Intl

Mon 11/5

08:15-10:10

Nonstop1h 55m

$260

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Best time to book a flight from Queenstown

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Travel insights for flights from Queenstown

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When is the best time to book a flight from Queenstown?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Queenstown to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 13 February 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Queenstown, you should look to book at least 11 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Queenstown?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown (average of $200). Flying from Queenstown in January will prove the most costly (average of $341). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Queenstown?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Queenstown to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 7 February 2026.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Queenstown would be wise to consider leaving during Saturday mornings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Saturday at midday when fares are usually the most expensive.

Airline reviews for flights from Queenstown

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Queenstown. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Queenstown. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andVirgin Australia from Queenstown have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

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  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Queenstown?

    The most popular destinations from Queenstown this month are Auckland, Melbourne Airport, Manila. The top year-round destinations include Auckland, Manila, Sydney.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Queenstown to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Queenstown for as low as $56 to Wellington (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for $659 to fly from Queenstown.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Queenstown to anywhere?

    According to our data, users have found Jetstar, Air New Zealand, and Virgin Australia to have the cheapest round-trip prices from Queenstown. Some of the destinations and prices are as follows: Jetstar flights from Queenstown to Auckland Intl ($65). Air New Zealand flights from Queenstown to Auckland Intl ($143). Virgin Australia flights from Queenstown to Adelaide ($245).

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from Queenstown?

    Premium economy can provide you with benefits such as more leg room and ideal seating locations without the price tag of a business class flight. Some of the cheapest premium economy flight options from Queenstown are below:
    Fly from Queenstown Intl to Brisbane starting at $2,461
    Fly from Queenstown Intl to Auckland starting at $2,588
    Fly from Queenstown Intl to Melbourne Airport starting at $4,670
    Fly from Queenstown Intl to Sydney starting at $8,438

  • What is the cheapest first class flight from Queenstown?

    If you’re looking for a cheap first-class flight from Queenstown, consider Sydney. Prices start at $17,854 so you can fly first-class even on a budget.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Queenstown?

    At the present moment the cheapest month to fly from Queenstown is currently August; with January being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

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