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Cheap flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport from $271

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 14/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZQN — MEL
23 Mar — 30 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Queenstown Intl to Melbourne are usually found in June or April, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap 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 18 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$466

One-way from

$271

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$582

Good round-trip deal

$593 or less

Good one-way deal

$374 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 4/4-23/4
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 35m total
  • Queenstown to Melbourne
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 14/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 40m total
  • Queenstown to Melbourne
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High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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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 18 March 2025.

Fri 20/612:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Wed 25/614:30MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$459
Fri 2/518:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/514:30MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$494
Sun 22/615:40ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mAir New Zealand
Thu 26/612:05MEL - ZQN
2 stops19h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/3$606
Sat 17/513:35ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mQantas Airways
Sat 24/507:30MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/3$653
Sun 30/314:25ZQN - MEL
1 stop10h 40mVirgin Australia
Tue 1/420:30MEL - ZQN
1 stop15h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/3$770

Find flights from Queenstown to Melbourne within your budget

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 18 March 2025.

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Queenstown

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Melbourne

Route

Departure

Return

Price

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Fri 20/6

12:00-13:25

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 25/6

14:30-19:40

Nonstop3h 10m

$459

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Fri 2/5

18:00-19:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 9/5

14:30-19:40

Nonstop3h 10m

$494

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Sun 22/6

15:40-17:10

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 26/6

12:05-09:40

2 stops19h 35m

$606

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Sat 17/5

13:35-15:00

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Sat 24/5

07:30-12:40

Nonstop3h 10m

$653

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Sun 30/3

14:25-23:05

1 stop10h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 1/4

20:30-13:30

1 stop15h 00m

$770

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 14/5

16:45-17:25

1 stop26h 40m

$271

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Tue 20/5

15:20-16:45

Nonstop3h 25m

$273

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Mon 31/3

17:40-19:15

Nonstop3h 35m

$288

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Thu 10/4

12:00-13:25

Nonstop3h 25m

$299

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 16/4

07:05-21:05

1 stop16h 00m

$499

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Best time to book a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Queenstown to Melbourne

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Queenstown to Melbourne including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 14 March 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport, you should look to book at least 77 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (average of $263). Flying from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 18 March 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 61% 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 16 March 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Queenstown to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

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 18 March 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia from Queenstown to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,196 reviews
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Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,196 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,196 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
452 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,196 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
395 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,196 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Qantas Airways
7.4
Good
814 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,196 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
433 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,196 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Queenstown to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 2 outbound flights to Melbourne per day.

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

    Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne Airport, with prices starting at $466. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $615 and $653, respectively. Jetstar is currently priced 18% 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 Air New Zealand, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $271. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qantas Airways 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 (90%), Virgin Australia (90%) or Etihad Airways (85%) 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 $260. On average you can expect to pay $757. The most popular route, (Queenstown Intl - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $437.

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

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

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

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

  • 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (average of $263). Flying from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Queenstown to Melbourne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 18 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$268Average$618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$295Average$858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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JetstarCheapest$330Average$539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$582Average$761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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