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Cheap flights to Queenstown from $42

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WLG — ZQN
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Flights to Queenstown in 2023

Find the latest flights to Queenstown in 2023, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 124,376 searches and data was last updated on 30 November 2023.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$238

Return from

$141

One-way from

$63
High demand for flights, 11% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for return flights in November 2023
From Auckland Intl to Queenstown Intl
One-way flight from Auckland Intl (AKL) to Queenstown Intl (ZQN)

Cheap flights to Queenstown in November & December 2023

Discover affordable flights and deals to Queenstown in November and December 2023. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 124,376 searches and data was last updated on 30 November 2023.
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Queenstown 2023 flight deals

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One-way flights to Queenstown

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Find flights to Queenstown within your budget

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Fly from

Any airport

Budget

$141 - $224

Route

Departure

Return

Price

Auckland IntlQueenstown Intl

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Wed 24/4

Nonstop1h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 27/4

Nonstop1h 50m

$141

Auckland IntlQueenstown Intl

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Wed 13/3

Nonstop1h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 22/3

Nonstop1h 50m

$157

Auckland IntlQueenstown Intl

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Mon 15/4

Nonstop1h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 22/4

Nonstop1h 50m

$180

Auckland IntlQueenstown Intl

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Sun 18/2

Nonstop1h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 6/3

Nonstop1h 50m

$182

ChristchurchQueenstown Intl

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Tue 30/1

Nonstop1h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 27/2

Nonstop0h 55m

$187

Auckland IntlQueenstown Intl

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Sun 17/3

Nonstop1h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 20/3

Nonstop1h 50m

$195

Auckland IntlQueenstown Intl

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Tue 6/2

Nonstop1h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 9/2

Nonstop1h 50m

$206

Auckland IntlQueenstown Intl

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Tue 23/1

Nonstop1h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 3/2

Nonstop1h 50m

$216

Auckland IntlQueenstown Intl

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Sat 10/2

Nonstop1h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 12/2

Nonstop1h 50m

$224

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 29/11

When is the best time to fly to Queenstown?

Learn the optimal time to secure your flight to Queenstown, maximising your chances of finding the best prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 124,376 searches and data was last updated on 30 November 2023.

AKL - ZQN

Price

$196 - $445

ZQN

Temperature

3 - 15 °C

ZQN

Rainfall

50 - 80 mm

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Queenstown (average of $121). Flying to Queenstown in August will prove the most costly (average of $208). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

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.

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 30 November 2023.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand and Jetstar to Queenstown have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Unfortunately there was a screaming child on the flight. No ones fault but literally hurt my ears and made them crackle. I didn’t eat or drink on the flight.

8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Unfortunately there was a screaming child on the flight. No ones fault but literally hurt my ears and made them crackle. I didn’t eat or drink on the flight.

6.5
Okay
92 reviews
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Unfortunately there was a screaming child on the flight. No ones fault but literally hurt my ears and made them crackle. I didn’t eat or drink on the flight.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Queenstown?

Discover the most budget-friendly month to fly to Queenstown. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 124,376 searches and data was last updated on 30 November 2023.

January

$251

February

$261

March

$282

April

$263

May

$196

June

$217

July

$320

August

$337

September

$305

October

$224

November

$263

December

$243

May is currently the cheapest month to fly to Queenstown. At this moment in time August is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

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

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.

Which day is cheapest to fly to Queenstown?

The cheapest flights to Queenstown are usually found when departing on a Monday. The departure day with the highest cost at present is Friday.

What time of day is cheapest to fly to Queenstown?

Flights at midday are typically the cheapest time of the day to fly to Queenstown. Flights in the evening are usually the most expensive.

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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