Cheap flights from Queenstown to Brisbane from $345

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 10/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZQN — BNE
15 Feb — 22 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Queenstown Intl to Brisbane are usually found in May or October, booked 25 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Queenstown to Brisbane

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Queenstown (ZQN) to Brisbane (BNE). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 16 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$627

One-way from

$345

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$789

Good round-trip deal

$888 or less

Good one-way deal

$370 or less
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 25/5-6/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 45m total
  • Queenstown to Brisbane
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 10/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 10m total
  • Queenstown to Brisbane
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($24 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($19 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Queenstown Intl to Brisbane.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Queenstown Intl to Brisbane.

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Cheapest flights from Queenstown to Brisbane
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Queenstown to Brisbane. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 January 2026.

Mon 3/815:30
ZQN
-
BNE
Nonstop3h 55m
Virgin Australia
Mon 31/810:10
BNE
-
ZQN
Nonstop3h 30m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 15/1$596
Mon 25/514:35
ZQN
-
BNE
1 stop19h 30m
Air New Zealand
Sat 6/619:10
BNE
-
ZQN
1 stop11h 15m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 15/1$627
Sun 7/609:00
ZQN
-
BNE
1 stop25h 05m
Air New Zealand
Wed 10/619:10
BNE
-
ZQN
1 stop16h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 15/1$630
Mon 25/516:45
ZQN
-
BNE
1 stop17h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/610:10
BNE
-
ZQN
Nonstop3h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1$634
Mon 3/816:05
ZQN
-
BNE
2 stops18h 00m
Air New Zealand
Mon 31/811:55
BNE
-
ZQN
Nonstop3h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 15/1$644
Thu 19/317:30
ZQN
-
BNE
Nonstop3h 45m
Virgin Australia
Wed 22/710:10
BNE
-
ZQN
Nonstop3h 30m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 15/1$648
Thu 19/316:05
ZQN
-
BNE
1 stop17h 55m
Air New Zealand
Wed 22/719:35
BNE
-
ZQN
2 stops12h 05m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 15/1$650
Sun 7/616:25
ZQN
-
BNE
Nonstop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/610:10
BNE
-
ZQN
Nonstop3h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1$671
Mon 16/316:05
ZQN
-
BNE
1 stop17h 55m
Air New Zealand
Sun 22/318:10
BNE
-
ZQN
1 stop11h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 15/1$697

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Fly from

Queenstown

Fly to

Brisbane

Route

Departure

Return

Price

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Mon 25/5

14:35-08:05

1 stop19h 30m

Brisbane

Sat 6/6

19:10-08:25

1 stop11h 15m

$627

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Sun 7/6

09:00-08:05

1 stop25h 05m

Brisbane

Wed 10/6

19:10-14:00

1 stop16h 50m

$630

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Thu 19/3

17:30-18:15

Nonstop3h 45m

Brisbane

Wed 22/7

10:10-15:40

Nonstop3h 30m

$648

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Mon 16/3

16:45-07:00

2 stops17h 15m

Brisbane

Sun 22/3

18:10-08:20

1 stop11h 10m

$740

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Wed 1/4

17:35-18:30

Nonstop3h 55m

Brisbane

Wed 15/4

10:10-15:40

Nonstop3h 30m

$756

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Sun 8/3

20:50-12:10

1 stop18h 20m

Brisbane

Wed 11/3

11:50-21:05

1 stop6h 15m

$784

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Fri 20/3

17:30-18:15

Nonstop3h 45m

Brisbane

Fri 27/3

10:40-08:20

1 stop18h 40m

$789

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Wed 4/2

16:30-17:15

Nonstop3h 45m

Brisbane

Wed 11/2

09:05-15:35

Nonstop3h 30m

$798

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Fri 20/3

17:30-18:15

Nonstop3h 45m

Brisbane

Thu 16/7

10:10-15:40

Nonstop3h 30m

$810

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Wed 4/2

14:00-22:00

1 stop11h 00m

Brisbane

Wed 11/2

05:05-14:15

1 stop6h 10m

$819

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Best time to book a flight from Queenstown to Brisbane

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Queenstown to Brisbane

How far ahead should I book a flight from Queenstown to Brisbane?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Queenstown to Brisbane. Price data was last updated on 9 January 2026.

Booking 24 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Queenstown to Brisbane. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Brisbane (average of $171). Flying from Queenstown to Brisbane in July is currently the most expensive (average of $467). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZQN to BNE?

Find hourly flight availability from Queenstown to Brisbane. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 January 2026.

When flying from Queenstown to Brisbane, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing Brisbane

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Brisbane. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Brisbane. Reviews last updated 16 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, andQantas Airways from Queenstown to Brisbane by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

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

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

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

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

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

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

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

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Queenstown to Brisbane. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Queenstown to Brisbane?

    You will need to book a flight from Queenstown Intl to Brisbane if you want to fly from Queenstown to Brisbane. At least 4 different airlines have flights from Queenstown Intl (ZQN) to Brisbane (BNE) on a regular basis. There are 5 flights to Brisbane from the Queenstown airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from ZQN to BNE to be around 3h 45m.

  • How popular is this Queenstown to Brisbane flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Queenstown to Brisbane?

    Airlines like Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia fly from Queenstown to Brisbane in about 3h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 15h 45m. The distance between Queenstown and Brisbane is about 2398 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Queenstown to Brisbane round-trip?

    Currently priced at $323, Jetstar will fly you from Queenstown to Brisbane and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $392 and $393, respectively. Users have found that Jetstar is 59% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Queenstown to Brisbane one-way?

    $270 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air New Zealand. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Jetstar and Virgin Australia, with prices starting from $288 and $319, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Queenstown to Brisbane?

    Consider Finnair (82%), Virgin Australia (81%) or Air Canada (81%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Queenstown to Brisbane.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Queenstown to Brisbane?

    On average you can expect to pay $876 for a flight from Queenstown to Brisbane. The cheapest flight overall is $352 while the most popular route, (Queenstown Intl - Brisbane) is currently priced at $630.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Queenstown to Brisbane that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Queenstown to Brisbane flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Queenstown to Brisbane?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Queenstown to Brisbane.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Queenstown to Brisbane?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Queenstown to Brisbane by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Brisbane (average of $171). Flying from Queenstown to Brisbane in July is currently the most expensive (average of $467). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Queenstown to Brisbane

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$323Average$697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$392Average$834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$393Average$943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$626Average$656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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