Cheap flights from Queenstown to Melbourne from $308
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 14/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZQN — MEL
24 Jan — 31 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 25 December 2025.
Wed 31/1215:05ZQN - MEL
1 stop6h 30mVirgin Australia
Mon 5/106:00MEL - ZQN
1 stop8h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 24/12$765
Wed 31/1212:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/106:00MEL - ZQN
1 stop8h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/12$971
Wed 31/1216:30ZQN - MEL
2 stops21h 35mQantas Airways
Mon 5/112:30MEL - ZQN
1 stop6h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/12$1,484
Wed 31/1216:30ZQN - AVV
2 stops17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/108:10AVV - ZQN
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/12$1,767
Wed 31/1220:50ZQN - AVV
1 stop12h 45mJetstar
Mon 5/108:10AVV - ZQN
1 stop9h 45mJetstar
Deal found 24/12$1,787
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 25 December 2025.
Fri 13/212:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Sun 22/214:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 23/12$657
Fri 6/212:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 13/218:50MEL - ZQN
2 stops15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/12$692
Fri 6/214:35ZQN - MEL
2 stops22h 20mAir New Zealand
Fri 13/216:50MEL - ZQN
2 stops17h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 23/12$726
Mon 18/515:25ZQN - AVV
1 stop9h 25mQantas Airways
Fri 22/520:55AVV - ZQN
1 stop22h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/12$854
Fri 13/212:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 22/218:50MEL - ZQN
1 stop24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/12$731
Wed 11/307:00ZQN - MEL
1 stop12h 40mAir New Zealand
Mon 16/316:50MEL - ZQN
1 stop13h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/12$770
Wed 11/320:50ZQN - AVV
1 stop12h 45mJetstar
Mon 16/306:00AVV - ZQN
1 stop11h 55mJetstar
Deal found 24/12$786
Thu 5/207:00ZQN - MEL
1 stop10h 35mAir New Zealand
Thu 5/218:50MEL - ZQN
1 stop11h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 22/12$808
Tue 2/615:25ZQN - AVV
1 stop9h 25mQantas Airways
Wed 3/620:55AVV - ZQN
1 stop15h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 22/12$916
Sun 17/520:50ZQN - AVV
1 stop14h 55mJetstar
Sat 23/506:00AVV - ZQN
1 stop8h 45mJetstar
Deal found 25/12$890
Sat 16/517:45ZQN - AVV
1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 24/506:00AVV - ZQN
1 stop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/12$945
Fri 13/220:50ZQN - AVV
1 stop12h 45mQantas Airways
Sun 22/206:00AVV - ZQN
1 stop13h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 23/12$984
Wed 15/420:50ZQN - AVV
1 stop14h 55mJetstar
Wed 22/420:55AVV - ZQN
1 stop12h 15mJetstar
Deal found 25/12$1,014
Fri 13/220:50ZQN - AVV
1 stop12h 45mJetstar
Sun 22/215:00AVV - ZQN
2 stops19h 35mJetstar
Deal found 23/12$1,019
Mon 30/320:50ZQN - AVV
1 stop14h 55mJetstar
Sun 5/420:55AVV - ZQN
1 stop12h 15mJetstar
Deal found 25/12$1,027
Thu 5/320:50ZQN - AVV
1 stop12h 45mJetstar
Tue 10/320:55AVV - ZQN
1 stop12h 15mJetstar
Deal found 24/12$1,036
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 25 December 2025.
Fri 13/212:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Sun 22/214:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 23/12$657
Fri 6/212:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Fri 13/214:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 23/12$890
Wed 21/112:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Wed 28/114:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 24/12$919
Wed 11/315:25ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 16/308:00MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/12$930
Thu 5/314:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/308:00MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/12$1,267
Last-minute flights from Queenstown to Melbourne
Discover last-minute flight deals from Queenstown to Melbourne. Data last updated 25 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Wed 31/1215:05ZQN - MEL
1 stop6h 30mVirgin Australia
Mon 5/106:00MEL - ZQN
1 stop8h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 24/12$765
Wed 31/1212:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/106:00MEL - ZQN
1 stop8h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/12$971
Wed 31/1216:30ZQN - MEL
2 stops21h 35mQantas Airways
Mon 5/112:30MEL - ZQN
1 stop6h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/12$1,484
Wed 31/1220:50ZQN - AVV
1 stop12h 45mJetstar
Mon 5/106:00AVV - ZQN
1 stop11h 55mJetstar
Deal found 25/12$1,640
Wed 31/1216:30ZQN - AVV
2 stops17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/108:10AVV - ZQN
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/12$1,767
Thu 1/112:30ZQN - MEL
1 stop7h 05mVirgin Australia
Fri 2/107:10MEL - ZQN
1 stop7h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 24/12$835
Thu 1/112:30ZQN - MEL
1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/114:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/12$877
Thu 1/120:25ZQN - MEL
1 stop16h 30mAir New Zealand
Fri 2/118:50MEL - ZQN
2 stops15h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/12$1,621
Thu 1/107:00ZQN - AVV
1 stop9h 10mQantas Airways
Fri 2/106:00AVV - ZQN
1 stop6h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/12$2,582
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 25 December 2025.
Sat 14/216:50ZQN - MEL
2 stops20h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 23/12$308
Wed 11/320:50ZQN - AVV
1 stop12h 45mJetstar
Deal found 23/12$322
Fri 6/213:05ZQN - MEL
2 stops22h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 25/12$322
Fri 30/112:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 24/12$330
Thu 5/220:50ZQN - AVV
1 stop12h 45mJetstar
Deal found 25/12$332
Sun 8/312:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 25/12$332
Sat 7/209:40ZQN - MEL
1 stop15h 10mJetstar
Deal found 24/12$336
Thu 5/214:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/12$337
Thu 12/314:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 23/12$339
Thu 28/515:15ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 23/12$341
Wed 31/1215:05ZQN - MEL
1 stop7h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 24/12$342
Sun 8/215:05ZQN - MEL
1 stop6h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/12$344
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 (ME1). 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 25 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 25 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Queenstown to Melbourne that are best for you.
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Queenstown
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Melbourne
Route
Departure
Return
Price
QueenstownMelbourne
ZQN - MEL
ZQNMEL
Queenstown Intl
Fri 13/2
12:10-13:35
Nonstop3h 25m
Melbourne
Sun 22/2
14:50-20:00
Nonstop3h 10m
$657
QueenstownMelbourne
ZQN - MEL
ZQNMEL
Queenstown Intl
Fri 6/2
12:10-13:35
Nonstop3h 25m
Melbourne
Fri 13/2
18:50-12:20
2 stops15h 30m
$692
QueenstownMelbourne
ZQN - MEL
ZQNMEL
Queenstown Intl
Fri 6/2
14:35-10:55
2 stops22h 20m
Melbourne
Fri 13/2
16:50-12:20
2 stops17h 30m
$726
QueenstownMelbourne
ZQN - MEL
ZQNMEL
Queenstown Intl
Fri 13/2
12:10-13:35
Nonstop3h 25m
Melbourne
Sun 22/2
18:50-21:15
1 stop24h 25m
$731
QueenstownMelbourne
ZQN - MEL
ZQNMEL
Queenstown Intl
Wed 11/3
07:00-17:40
1 stop12h 40m
Melbourne
Mon 16/3
16:50-08:35
1 stop13h 45m
$770
QueenstownMelbourne
ZQN - AVV
ZQNAVV
Queenstown Intl
Wed 11/3
20:50-07:35
1 stop12h 45m
Melbourne Avalon
Mon 16/3
06:00-19:55
1 stop11h 55m
$786
QueenstownMelbourne
ZQN - MEL
ZQNMEL
Queenstown Intl
Thu 5/2
07:00-15:35
1 stop10h 35m
Melbourne
Thu 5/2
18:50-08:35
1 stop11h 45m
$808
QueenstownMelbourne
ZQN - AVV
ZQNAVV
Queenstown Intl
Mon 18/5
15:25-22:50
1 stop9h 25m
Melbourne Avalon
Fri 22/5
20:55-21:15
1 stop22h 20m
$854
QueenstownMelbourne
ZQN - AVV
ZQNAVV
Queenstown Intl
Sun 17/5
20:50-09:45
1 stop14h 55m
Melbourne Avalon
Sat 23/5
06:00-16:45
1 stop8h 45m
$890
QueenstownMelbourne
ZQN - AVV
ZQNAVV
Queenstown Intl
Tue 2/6
15:25-22:50
1 stop9h 25m
Melbourne Avalon
Wed 3/6
20:55-14:30
1 stop15h 35m
$916
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Best time to book a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Queenstown to Melbourne
How far ahead should I book a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Queenstown to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from Queenstown to Melbourne may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 72 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne (average of $202). Flying from Queenstown to Melbourne in September is currently the most expensive (average of $310). 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 25 December 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Queenstown to Melbourne in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 43% 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?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Queenstown to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Queenstown to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Queenstown to Melbourne
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 25 December 2025.
The most flights from ZQN to ME1 are scheduled on a Wednesday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 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.
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 25 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Queenstown to Melbourne, such as Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
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?
For a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne, you will be flying from Queenstown Intl. Queenstown Intl (ZQN) is just 6.3 km from the centre of the city. Queenstown Intl is the only Queenstown airport and it handles 11 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 4 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Queenstown Intl on a regular basis.
How long is the flight from Queenstown to Melbourne?
A quick flight from Queenstown to Melbourne can take about 3h 25m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $657. There are 2145 km between Queenstown and Melbourne. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Queenstown to Melbourne round-trip?
Virgin Australia, at $247, was found to be the cheapest airline from Queenstown to Melbourne.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Jetstar and Qantas Airways. You may be able to fly from Queenstown to Melbourne for 61% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Queenstown to Melbourne one-way?
For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $171. Users have also found prices from $239 and $243 on Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia, respectively.
What are the most reliable airlines from Queenstown to Melbourne?
Before booking your flight to Melbourne from Queenstown, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: IndiGo (100%), Qatar Airways (93%), Virgin Australia( 84%).
What are the cheapest flights from Queenstown to Melbourne?
On average you can expect to pay $884 for a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne. The cheapest flight overall is $261 while the most popular route, (Queenstown Intl - Melbourne) is currently priced at $541.
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?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne (average of $202). Flying from Queenstown to Melbourne in September is currently the most expensive (average of $310). 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.
Browse through other flights departing from Queenstown. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 25 December 2025.
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 25 December 2025.
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