Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown from $386
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 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ZQN
19 Jan — 26 Jan1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl are usually found in May or June, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Queenstown
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 December 2025.
Thu 25/1206:40MEL - ZQN
1 stop8h 00mVirgin Australia
Thu 1/112:30ZQN - MEL
1 stop10h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/12$731
Tue 23/1219:50MEL - ZQN
1 stop20h 45mVirgin Australia
Tue 30/1219:30ZQN - MEL
1 stop20h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/12$766
Fri 26/1217:15MEL - ZQN
1 stop16h 15mVirgin Australia
Wed 31/1217:30ZQN - MEL
1 stop19h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/12$781
Thu 25/1207:10MEL - ZQN
1 stop7h 30mVirgin Australia
Tue 30/1217:30ZQN - MEL
1 stop8h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/12$785
Thu 25/1207:10MEL - ZQN
1 stop7h 30mVirgin Australia
Thu 8/117:30ZQN - MEL
1 stop8h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/12$787
Sun 28/1218:50MEL - ZQN
1 stop19h 50mVirgin Australia
Tue 30/1217:30ZQN - MEL
1 stop7h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/12$809
Fri 26/1217:30MEL - ZQN
1 stop16h 00mVirgin Australia
Thu 8/117:30ZQN - MEL
1 stop8h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/12$811
Wed 24/1217:30MEL - ZQN
1 stop16h 00mVirgin Australia
Wed 31/1217:30ZQN - MEL
2 stops20h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/12$813
Wed 24/1220:30MEL - ZQN
1 stop13h 00mVirgin Australia
Tue 30/1217:30ZQN - MEL
1 stop7h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/12$821
Wed 24/1220:30MEL - ZQN
1 stop13h 00mVirgin Australia
Thu 1/112:30ZQN - MEL
1 stop7h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/12$844
Best flights from Melbourne to Queenstown
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Queenstown that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 20 December 2025.
Wed 25/314:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Mon 30/312:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 18/12$526
Fri 29/509:10MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 15mAir New Zealand
Fri 5/615:40ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/12$674
Fri 13/314:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Fri 27/312:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 18/12$594
Sun 3/514:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Thu 7/513:00ZQN - MEL
1 stop11h 45mJetstar
Deal found 19/12$610
Fri 5/614:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Tue 9/610:50ZQN - MEL
1 stop13h 55mJetstar
Deal found 18/12$616
Wed 28/114:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Wed 4/212:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 20/12$644
Mon 25/523:55MEL - ZQN
1 stop8h 15mJetstar
Tue 26/513:00ZQN - MEL
1 stop11h 45mJetstar
Deal found 20/12$677
Direct flights from Melbourne to Queenstown
Explore direct flight options from Melbourne to Queenstown based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 20 December 2025.
Wed 28/114:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Wed 4/212:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 19/12$549
Fri 13/314:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Fri 27/312:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 18/12$594
Sun 1/214:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Sun 8/212:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 18/12$653
Sun 15/314:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 30/317:40ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$674
Sun 15/314:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 29/317:40ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$676
Sun 15/314:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 24/314:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$695
Sun 25/114:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/214:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/12$705
Fri 13/314:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Mon 30/312:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 18/12$710
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Queenstown
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Queenstown. Data last updated 20 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Fri 16/114:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 28/120:25ZQN - MEL
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/12$693
Sun 18/114:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 30/117:30ZQN - MEL
1 stop8h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/12$703
Sun 25/114:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/213:05ZQN - MEL
2 stops10h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/12$674
Wed 28/114:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Wed 4/212:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 19/12$549
Wed 28/118:50MEL - ZQN
2 stops12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/212:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/12$663
One-way flights from Melbourne to Queenstown
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Queenstown. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 20 December 2025.
Fri 13/318:50MEL - ZQN
2 stops18h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/12$386
Wed 14/114:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 18/12$391
Wed 24/1219:30MEL - ZQN
1 stop14h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/12$403
Sat 14/312:00MEL - ZQN
1 stop24h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/12$410
Sat 10/106:00MEL - ZQN
1 stop6h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/12$412
Mon 12/122:50MEL - ZQN
1 stop15h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/12$415
Sun 8/220:35MEL - ZQN
1 stop14h 00mJetstar
Deal found 19/12$417
Sat 31/106:00MEL - ZQN
1 stop6h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/12$420
Tue 13/122:50MEL - ZQN
1 stop15h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/12$422
Thu 25/1207:10MEL - ZQN
1 stop7h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/12$424
Sun 11/108:10MEL - ZQN
1 stop8h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/12$425
Find flight deals from Melbourne to Queenstown
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Queenstown (ZQN). 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 20 December 2025.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Queenstown 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 20 December 2025.
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Departure
Return
Price
MelbourneQueenstown
MEL - ZQN
MELZQN
Melbourne
Wed 25/3
14:50-20:00
Nonstop3h 10m
Queenstown Intl
Mon 30/3
12:10-13:35
Nonstop3h 25m
$526
MelbourneQueenstown
MEL - ZQN
MELZQN
Melbourne
Fri 13/3
14:50-20:00
Nonstop3h 10m
Queenstown Intl
Fri 27/3
12:10-13:35
Nonstop3h 25m
$594
MelbourneQueenstown
MEL - ZQN
MELZQN
Melbourne
Sun 3/5
14:50-20:00
Nonstop3h 10m
Queenstown Intl
Thu 7/5
13:00-22:45
1 stop11h 45m
$610
MelbourneQueenstown
MEL - ZQN
MELZQN
Melbourne
Fri 5/6
14:50-20:00
Nonstop3h 10m
Queenstown Intl
Tue 9/6
10:50-22:45
1 stop13h 55m
$616
MelbourneQueenstown
MEL - ZQN
MELZQN
Melbourne
Wed 28/1
14:50-20:00
Nonstop3h 10m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 4/2
12:10-13:35
Nonstop3h 25m
$644
MelbourneQueenstown
MEL - ZQN
MELZQN
Melbourne
Fri 29/5
09:10-14:25
Nonstop3h 15m
Queenstown Intl
Fri 5/6
15:40-17:10
Nonstop3h 30m
$674
MelbourneQueenstown
MEL - ZQN
MELZQN
Melbourne
Mon 25/5
23:55-10:10
1 stop8h 15m
Queenstown Intl
Tue 26/5
13:00-22:45
1 stop11h 45m
$677
MelbourneQueenstown
MEL - ZQN
MELZQN
Melbourne
Fri 8/5
15:00-10:40
2 stops17h 40m
$386
MelbourneQueenstown
MEL - ZQN
MELZQN
Melbourne
Mon 25/5
23:55-10:10
1 stop8h 15m
$389
MelbourneQueenstown
MEL - ZQN
MELZQN
Melbourne
Fri 27/2
12:10-17:35
1 stop27h 25m
$403
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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Queenstown
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on 12 December 2025.
Booking 76 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown (average of $229). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown in January is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 MEL to ZQN?
Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Queenstown. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 December 2025.
When flying from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 47% versus a flight in the morning.
Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown
Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Queenstown. 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 20 December 2025.
The most flights from MEL to ZQN are scheduled on a Friday (17 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 Melbourne to Queenstown delayed?
About 13% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Queenstown have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 96 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Queenstown 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?
Sunday 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 Melbourne to Queenstown flights?
Over the past year, Virgin Australia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown?
Share of one-stop return flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Auckland (AKL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of one-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Auckland (AKL) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $581.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Auckland (AKL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 8h 10m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Auckland (AKL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 23m.
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 20 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown, such as Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, andJetstar. 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………
Related info for your journey
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What airport do you fly into for flights to Queenstown from Melbourne?
Queenstown Intl (ZQN) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Queenstown. You should not have trouble finding flights to Queenstown Intl from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 9 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Queenstown airport from Melbourne. It is only a 6.3 km journey from Queenstown Intl (ZQN) to Queenstown’s city centre.
How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown?
Airlines like Jetstar fly from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown in about 3h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Airlines will cover a distance of 2145 km. Most flights are nonstop.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown round-trip?
Virgin Australia, at $232, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Jetstar and Air New Zealand. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown for 62% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown one-way?
$254 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand, with prices starting from $303 and $329, respectively.
What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown consider choosing Qatar Airways(96%), Virgin Australia(96%) or Singapore Airlines(89%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown?
While on average a flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown is generally $497, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $305. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Queenstown Intl), you can expect to pay $512 for that flight.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Queenstown?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Queenstown 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 Melbourne Airport to Queenstown?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown (average of $229). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown in January is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 Melbourne. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 20 December 2025.
Explore flights to Queenstown departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 20 December 2025.
Top 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to Queenstown
Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Queenstown. 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 20 December 2025.
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