Cheap flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport from $298
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 29/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZQN — MEL
5 Jan — 12 Jan1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Queenstown Intl to Melbourne are usually found in March or June, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday
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Cheapest flights from Queenstown to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Queenstown to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 December 2025.
Sat 6/1217:30ZQN - MEL
1 stop21h 45mVirgin Australia
Sun 4/119:50MEL - ZQN
1 stop20h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 3/12$856
Tue 30/1217:30ZQN - MEL
1 stop7h 45mVirgin Australia
Thu 8/106:00MEL - ZQN
1 stop6h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 6/12$1,043
Tue 30/1217:30ZQN - MEL
1 stop7h 45mVirgin Australia
Sat 10/107:10MEL - ZQN
1 stop7h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 6/12$1,048
Tue 30/1217:30ZQN - MEL
1 stop7h 45mVirgin Australia
Tue 6/106:00MEL - ZQN
1 stop6h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 6/12$1,107
Tue 30/1213:35ZQN - MEL
1 stop12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/106:20MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,110
Sat 6/1217:30ZQN - MEL
1 stop21h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/114:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$1,115
Tue 30/1217:30ZQN - MEL
1 stop7h 45mVirgin Australia
Wed 7/107:10MEL - ZQN
1 stop7h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 6/12$1,129
Tue 23/1207:00ZQN - MEL
1 stop18h 35mQantas Airways
Tue 30/1208:00MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/12$1,143
Best flights from Queenstown to Melbourne
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Queenstown to Melbourne that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 6 December 2025.
Mon 19/115:30ZQN - MEL
1 stop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 26/109:10MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$812
Tue 20/117:30ZQN - MEL
1 stop8h 45mVirgin Australia
Sat 24/113:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 4/12$859
Mon 19/110:25ZQN - MEL
1 stop23h 30mAir New Zealand
Mon 26/109:10MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/12$930
Tue 20/113:35ZQN - MEL
1 stop12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/114:10MEL - ZQN
1 stop24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$921
Tue 30/1217:30ZQN - MEL
1 stop7h 45mVirgin Australia
Sun 11/109:10MEL - ZQN
1 stop7h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 6/12$1,048
Mon 19/113:35ZQN - MEL
1 stop21h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 23/106:00MEL - ZQN
1 stop6h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$985
Thu 5/315:05ZQN - MEL
1 stop6h 30mVirgin Australia
Wed 11/306:15MEL - ZQN
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 6/12$1,086
Sun 11/119:15ZQN - MEL
2 stops39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 28/114:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,050
Direct flights from Queenstown to Melbourne
Explore direct flight options from Queenstown to Melbourne based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 6 December 2025.
Wed 4/315:25ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/308:00MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$989
Tue 20/114:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/108:00MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,050
Thu 1/114:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mQantas Airways
Sat 10/107:40MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/12$1,093
Mon 19/115:25ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Mon 26/109:10MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/12$1,147
Tue 23/1214:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mQantas Airways
Tue 30/1208:00MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/12$1,148
Thu 1/114:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mQantas Airways
Fri 9/106:20MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/12$1,162
Tue 20/115:25ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/113:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$1,181
Mon 19/115:25ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 23/113:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$1,226
Tue 30/1214:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mQantas Airways
Mon 12/106:20MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/12$1,240
Wed 31/1212:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/106:20MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,276
Wed 31/1212:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Sun 11/114:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 6/12$1,285
Last-minute flights from Queenstown to Melbourne
Discover last-minute flight deals from Queenstown to Melbourne. Data last updated 6 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Sat 6/1217:30ZQN - MEL
1 stop21h 45mVirgin Australia
Sun 4/119:50MEL - ZQN
1 stop20h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 3/12$856
Mon 19/115:30ZQN - MEL
1 stop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 26/109:10MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$812
Mon 19/110:25ZQN - MEL
1 stop23h 30mAir New Zealand
Mon 26/109:10MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/12$930
Mon 19/113:35ZQN - MEL
1 stop21h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 23/106:00MEL - ZQN
1 stop6h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$985
Tue 20/107:00ZQN - MEL
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/121:00MEL - ZQN
1 stop15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$830
Tue 20/117:30ZQN - MEL
1 stop8h 45mVirgin Australia
Sat 24/113:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 4/12$859
Tue 20/113:35ZQN - MEL
1 stop12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/114:10MEL - ZQN
1 stop24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$921
Tue 20/117:30ZQN - MEL
1 stop8h 45mVirgin Australia
Tue 27/117:15MEL - ZQN
2 stops21h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 6/12$1,003
One-way flights from Queenstown to Melbourne
Search for one-way flight options from Queenstown to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 6 December 2025.
Wed 29/410:50ZQN - MEL
1 stop8h 55mJetstar
Deal found 6/12$298
Fri 6/312:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 6/12$300
Wed 4/213:25ZQN - MEL
1 stop11h 25mJetstar
Deal found 4/12$313
Sun 26/417:40ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 6/12$315
Wed 18/316:50ZQN - MEL
2 stops18h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/12$317
Tue 10/316:50ZQN - MEL
2 stops18h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/12$319
Thu 26/313:25ZQN - MEL
1 stop11h 25mJetstar
Deal found 6/12$320
Tue 17/314:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/12$322
Tue 10/320:50ZQN - MEL
1 stop12h 45mJetstar
Deal found 6/12$324
Thu 30/409:05ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/12$327
Thu 12/313:25ZQN - MEL
1 stop11h 25mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$329
Fri 20/212:10ZQN - MEL
1 stop7h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/12$334
Find flight deals from Queenstown to Melbourne
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Queenstown (ZQN) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 6 December 2025.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Queenstown to Melbourne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 6 December 2025.
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Queenstown
Fly to
Melbourne
Route
Departure
Return
Price
QueenstownMelbourne
ZQN - MEL
ZQNMEL
Queenstown Intl
Mon 19/1
15:30-20:00
1 stop6h 30m
Melbourne
Mon 26/1
09:10-14:25
Nonstop3h 15m
$812
QueenstownMelbourne
ZQN - MEL
ZQNMEL
Queenstown Intl
Tue 20/1
17:30-00:15
1 stop8h 45m
Melbourne
Sat 24/1
13:50-19:00
Nonstop3h 10m
$859
QueenstownMelbourne
ZQN - MEL
ZQNMEL
Queenstown Intl
Tue 20/1
13:35-00:30
1 stop12h 55m
Melbourne
Sat 24/1
14:10-16:40
1 stop24h 30m
$921
QueenstownMelbourne
ZQN - MEL
ZQNMEL
Queenstown Intl
Mon 19/1
10:25-07:55
1 stop23h 30m
Melbourne
Mon 26/1
09:10-14:25
Nonstop3h 15m
$930
QueenstownMelbourne
ZQN - MEL
ZQNMEL
Queenstown Intl
Mon 19/1
13:35-09:20
1 stop21h 45m
Melbourne
Fri 23/1
06:00-14:15
1 stop6h 15m
$985
QueenstownMelbourne
ZQN - MEL
ZQNMEL
Queenstown Intl
Tue 30/12
17:30-23:15
1 stop7h 45m
Melbourne
Sun 11/1
09:10-18:35
1 stop7h 25m
$1,048
QueenstownMelbourne
ZQN - MEL
ZQNMEL
Queenstown Intl
Sun 11/1
19:15-08:20
2 stops39h 05m
Melbourne
Wed 28/1
14:50-20:00
Nonstop3h 10m
$1,050
QueenstownMelbourne
ZQN - MEL
ZQNMEL
Queenstown Intl
Thu 5/3
15:05-19:35
1 stop6h 30m
Melbourne
Wed 11/3
06:15-14:15
1 stop6h 00m
$1,086
QueenstownMelbourne
ZQN - MEL
ZQNMEL
Queenstown Intl
Wed 29/4
10:50-17:45
1 stop8h 55m
$298
QueenstownMelbourne
ZQN - MEL
ZQNMEL
Queenstown Intl
Fri 6/3
12:10-13:35
Nonstop3h 25m
$300
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Best time to book a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Queenstown to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 5 December 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport, you should look to book at least 72 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 to Melbourne Airport?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (average of $204). Flying from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of $313). 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 MEL?
Find hourly flight availability from Queenstown to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 6 December 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 58% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Queenstown to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 29 November 2025.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Queenstown to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from Queenstown to Melbourne. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 6 December 2025.
The most flights from ZQN to MEL are scheduled on a Sunday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).
How often are flights from Queenstown to Melbourne delayed?
About 15% of weekly flights between Queenstown and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 104 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Queenstown to Melbourne flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Queenstown to Melbourne flights?
Over the past year, Virgin Australia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 5% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport?
Share of one-stop return flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Christchurch (CHC) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 48% of one-stop itineraries from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Christchurch (CHC) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $670.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Sydney (SYD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 6h 32m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Sydney (SYD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 47m.
Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 6 December 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, andQantas Airways from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall good experience with united . I fly united most part so nothing out of obvious i guess
Related info for your journey
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What airport do you fly from for flights from Queenstown to Melbourne?
Queenstown Intl (ZQN), located 6.3 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Queenstown to Melbourne. 4 airlines have flights from Queenstown Intl to Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Queenstown Intl to Melbourne should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 8 outbound flights to Melbourne per day.
How long is the flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport?
A quick flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport can take about 8h 45m. Virgin Australia provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $859. Queenstown and Melbourne Airport are separated by a distance of 2145 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport round-trip?
Flying on Virgin Australia is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne Airport, with prices starting at $250. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Jetstar and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $258 and $332, respectively. Virgin Australia is currently priced 61% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $173. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia, as they are both options that can get you from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport for a low price.
What are the most reliable airlines from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport?
Consider Qatar Airways (94%), Virgin Australia (82%) or Jetstar (77%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport.
What are the cheapest flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport?
The cheapest flight price from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport is $268. On average you can expect to pay $875. The most popular route, (Queenstown Intl - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $856.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Queenstown to Melbourne?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Queenstown to Melbourne 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 Melbourne Airport?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (average of $204). Flying from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of $313). 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 Melbourne
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