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Cheap flights to Queenstown from $726

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 13/6. 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.
WAS — ZQN
24 Mar — 31 Mar1
1 adult
Sun 24/3
Sun 31/3

Flights to Queenstown in 2024

Find the latest flights to Queenstown in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 129,216 searches and data was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$284

Return from

$102

One-way from

$59
High demand for flights, 11% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for return flights in March 2024
From Auckland Intl to Queenstown Intl
One-way flight from Auckland Intl (AKL) to Queenstown Intl (ZQN)

Cheap flights to Queenstown in March & April 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Queenstown in March and April 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 129,216 searches and data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Check out some of the flights available from low prices to Queenstown in March and April 2024. Prices refresh often so be sure to come back soon for more deals.
Mon 15/423:55LAX - ZQN
2 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/414:15ZQN - LAX
2 stops41h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$1,971
Tue 2/423:35SFO - ZQN
2 stops37h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/411:20ZQN - SFO
2 stops45h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$2,043
Mon 15/423:45LAX - ZQN
1 stop24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/412:30ZQN - LAX
1 stop20h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$2,197
Mon 15/422:00LAX - ZQN
1 stop20h 30mAir New Zealand
Mon 22/412:10ZQN - LAX
2 stops19h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/3$2,235
Mon 29/421:25HNL - ZQN
2 stops40h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/510:35ZQN - HNL
1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$2,739
Mon 29/413:20HNL - ZQN
2 stops26h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 14/515:05ZQN - HNL
2 stops26h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/3$2,931
Sun 14/416:40ORD - ZQN
2 stops30h 00mAir Canada
Thu 18/416:30ZQN - ORD
2 stops44h 28mAir Canada
Deal found 17/3$2,953
Mon 29/408:20HNL - ZQN
1 stop32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/517:20ZQN - HNL
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$2,961
Mon 1/421:00SFO - ZQN
1 stop23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/407:20ZQN - SFO
2 stops53h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$3,035

Queenstown 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Queenstown in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 129,216 searches and data were last updated on 19 March 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights to Queenstown in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Sun 4/808:30HNL - ZQN
1 stop34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/812:30ZQN - HNL
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$1,130
Sun 4/808:30HNL - ZQN
2 stops33h 45mJetstar
Fri 9/812:30ZQN - HNL
1 stop15h 20mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$1,154
Wed 31/708:30HNL - ZQN
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/812:30ZQN - HNL
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$1,266
Sat 3/808:20HNL - ZQN
1 stop31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/812:30ZQN - HNL
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$1,276
Wed 31/708:30HNL - ZQN
1 stop29h 00mJetstar
Fri 9/812:30ZQN - HNL
1 stop15h 20mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$1,291
Thu 1/808:20HNL - ZQN
2 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/812:30ZQN - HNL
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$1,309
Fri 2/808:20HNL - ZQN
1 stop37h 20mJetstar
Fri 9/812:30ZQN - HNL
1 stop15h 20mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$1,371
Mon 5/808:20HNL - ZQN
1 stop31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/812:30ZQN - HNL
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$1,409
Fri 2/808:20HNL - ZQN
2 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/812:30ZQN - HNL
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$1,412

Flights to Queenstown departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Queenstown, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 129,216 searches and data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Browse some of the flights available to Queenstown departing last-minute. Tip: double check your flight details before making your reservation.
Tue 26/319:55JFK - ZQN
2 stops49h 35mQantas Airways
Sat 30/315:25ZQN - JFK
2 stops48h 03mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/3$4,202
Tue 26/310:00JFK - ZQN
2 stops58h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 30/310:45ZQN - JFK
1 stop24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$4,531
Tue 26/310:00JFK - ZQN
2 stops59h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 30/310:45ZQN - JFK
1 stop24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$4,569
Tue 26/310:00JFK - ZQN
2 stops58h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 31/316:50ZQN - JFK
1 stop42h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$4,603
Tue 26/321:00JFK - ZQN
2 stops48h 30mQantas Airways
Sun 31/314:05ZQN - JFK
2 stops45h 53mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/3$4,638
Tue 26/310:00JFK - ZQN
2 stops58h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/415:05ZQN - JFK
1 stop20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$4,775
Tue 26/321:00JFK - ZQN
2 stops70h 55mQantas Airways
Sat 30/315:25ZQN - JFK
2 stops48h 03mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/3$5,101
Wed 27/309:30JFK - ZQN
2 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/415:30ZQN - JFK
2 stops58h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$5,155
Wed 27/321:00JFK - ZQN
2 stops48h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/407:00ZQN - JFK
3 stops33h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$5,178

One-way flights to Queenstown

Explore one-way flight options to Queenstown for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 129,216 searches and data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Choose from one of these one-way flights departing to Queenstown. Those seeking round-trip flights to Queenstown should utilize the search form at the top of the page.
Thu 13/608:20HNL - ZQN
1 stop31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$726
Mon 10/608:20HNL - ZQN
1 stop37h 20mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$773
Thu 13/608:20HNL - ZQN
2 stops27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$819
Mon 10/608:20HNL - ZQN
2 stops29h 10mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$828
Thu 13/608:20HNL - ZQN
3 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$838
Mon 10/608:20HNL - ZQN
3 stops27h 50mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$874
Tue 11/612:00HNL - ZQN
3 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$972
Fri 12/418:00LAX - ZQN
2 stops54h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$974
Sun 14/407:00LAX - ZQN
3 stops57h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$982

Find flights to Queenstown within your budget

Locate flights to Queenstown that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 129,216 searches and data was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Budget

$1,130 - $2,698

Route

Departure

Return

Price

HonoluluQueenstown Intl

HNL - ZQN

HNLZQN

Honolulu

Sun 4/8

1 stop34h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 9/8

1 stop15h 20m

$1,130

HonoluluQueenstown Intl

HNL - ZQN

HNLZQN

Honolulu

Sun 4/8

2 stops33h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 9/8

1 stop15h 20m

$1,154

HonoluluQueenstown Intl

HNL - ZQN

HNLZQN

Honolulu

Wed 31/7

2 stops26h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 9/8

1 stop15h 20m

$1,266

HonoluluQueenstown Intl

HNL - ZQN

HNLZQN

Honolulu

Sat 3/8

1 stop31h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 9/8

1 stop15h 20m

$1,276

HonoluluQueenstown Intl

HNL - ZQN

HNLZQN

Honolulu

Wed 31/7

1 stop29h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 9/8

1 stop15h 20m

$1,291

Los AngelesQueenstown Intl

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Wed 7/8

1 stop16h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 18/8

1 stop15h 50m

$2,132

Los AngelesQueenstown Intl

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Tue 14/5

1 stop25h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 21/5

1 stop28h 45m

$2,204

Los AngelesQueenstown Intl

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Tue 6/8

1 stop20h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 21/8

2 stops37h 58m

$2,266

Los AngelesQueenstown Intl

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Thu 8/8

2 stops40h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 19/8

1 stop28h 40m

$2,698

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Deals found on 18/3

Average price of flights to Queenstown by month

Plan your trip to Queenstown by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Queenstown is currently $865 while a return flight costs $1,713. Price data was last updated on 10 March 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Queenstown (average of $119). Flying to Queenstown in August will prove the most costly (average of $209). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$276

February

$297

March

$301

April

$282

May

$195

June

$213

July

$320

August

$343

September

$314

October

$230

November

$266

December

$276

Peak season

Queenstown experiences two peak tourist seasons – one coincides with the summer holiday period of December through to February when both New Zealanders and Australians are on their long annual break, and the other with the winter ski season which stretches from the start of July through to the end of August. Cheap flights to Queenstown are hard to come by at these times of the year so be sure to book well ahead of your travel dates to secure the best deals.

Off season

Both spring and autumn are beautiful times to visit Queenstown, with mild temperatures and changing foliage creating magnificent landscapes ideal for outdoor exploration. Cheap flights to Queenstown can often be found during this off season period, although the Easter break sees a slight peak in prices and demand, so be if you are planning to visit during that time, make sure you book well in advance.

Temperature and rainfall in Queenstown by month

Plan your trip to Queenstown by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

ZQN

Temperature

3 - 15 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Queenstown, 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 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 3.0 C).

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.

The lead up to Christmas and Easter both see an increase in demand for flights to Queenstown but outside of these times you can get some good deals, particularly from Sydney where there is the highest competition between airlines.

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When is the cheapest time to fly to Queenstown?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on 17 March 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Queenstown should consider flying on Monday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Tuesday evenings, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Queenstown

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Queenstown. 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 Queenstown. Reviews last updated 19 March 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Jetstar and Air New Zealand to Queenstown have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very Good
695 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

8.3
Very Good
695 reviews
8.3
Very Good
695 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

6.9
Okay
738 reviews
8.3
Very Good
695 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

What is good to know if travelling to Queenstown?

  • In addition to its outdoor pursuits, Queenstown is renowned for having an incredible nightlife, which means sleeping in late! There’s no better way to start the day slowly than at one of the 5 best brunch spots in Queenstown.
  • Queenstown may be the adventure sports capital of New Zealand, with plenty of adrenalin-pumping thrills on offer, but the rest of the country is starting to follow suit. If Queenstown’s activities inspire you to broaden your boundaries, consider these other 5 wacky things to do in New Zealand.
  • Unlike many destinations where winter is best avoided, Queenstown is in its element over the cold, snowy months and the Queenstown Winter Festival at the end of June kicks the ski season into full swing. Here are 6 good reasons to wander around new zealand in winter.
  • One of Queenstown’s most popular adrenalin activities at the moment, which evolved from the bungee jump, is the canyon swing that takes you on a pendulum-like arc over some of the region’s most spectacular landscapes.
  • Queenstown is the starting point for New Zealand’s Southern Scenic Route which traverses 610 kilometres of jaw-dropping landscapes and historic towns to Dunedin at the bottom of the South Island.
  • How long is the flight to Queenstown?

    Flights from Auckland to Queenstown – 1h 50m Flights from Wellington to Queenstown – 1h 50m Flights from Christchurch to Queenstown – 1h 05m For flights to Queenstown from other New Zealand cities, you will need to connect through one of these airports first.

  • Which airlines operate to Queenstown?

    There are 6 flights to Queenstown per day from Auckland, operated by either Air New Zealand or Jetstar. Jetstar generally offers the cheapest flights although Air New Zealand offers some competitive flight deals throughout the year if you book in advance. Flights to Queenstown from Christchurch are operated 4 times a day by Air New Zealand and they also fly once daily from Wellington.

  • How to get from the airport to the city centre?

    The Queenstown airport is located in the suburb of Frankton, around 8 kilometres from the centre of town. There are shuttle buses that operate every 15 minutes from the airport to all major hotels in Queenstown, taking around 25 minutes to complete the journey, and tickets are available on board. Taxis are a faster, but more expensive option, and passengers should always allow plenty of time if traveling to the airport for departures in case of traffic. A number of different car rental companies are also available at the airport for those doing self-drive tours, and pre-booking your car before arrival is highly recommended to get the best deals.

  • What does ZQN mean?

    ZQN is a unique code, commonly called an IATA code, used in the aviation industry to identify airports. This code, along with many others, are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association). A ZQN flight refers to a flight to Queenstown Intl Airport.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Queenstown?

    Booking a flight to Queenstown Intl (ZQN) is your only option if you intend on flying to Queenstown. It is only a 6.3 km journey from Queenstown Intl to Queenstown’s city centre. On average, Queenstown Intl has 36 flights from Auckland per day from 2 airlines.

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