Cheap flights from Wellington to Queenstown from $87

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 8/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — ZQN
27 Feb — 6 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Wellington to Queenstown Intl are usually found in June or October, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Wellington to Queenstown
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wellington to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 January 2026.

Wed 11/309:10
WLG
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Wed 18/311:15
ZQN
-
WLG
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/1$142
Mon 1/609:15
WLG
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 25m
Air New Zealand
Sun 7/611:25
ZQN
-
WLG
Nonstop1h 20m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 26/1$179
Sun 6/1209:15
WLG
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 25m
Air New Zealand
Wed 6/116:05
ZQN
-
WLG
Nonstop1h 20m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 25/1$180
Fri 13/309:10
WLG
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Fri 20/311:15
ZQN
-
WLG
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/1$200
Sat 2/513:55
WLG
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 25m
Air New Zealand
Tue 12/511:25
ZQN
-
WLG
Nonstop1h 20m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 26/1$204
Mon 2/1109:15
WLG
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 25m
Air New Zealand
Mon 2/1116:05
ZQN
-
WLG
Nonstop1h 20m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 26/1$207
Wed 11/309:10
WLG
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/316:50
ZQN
-
WLG
1 stop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1$244
Fri 20/309:15
WLG
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 25m
Air New Zealand
Sun 22/316:05
ZQN
-
WLG
Nonstop1h 20m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 26/1$247

Find flight deals from Wellington to Queenstown

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wellington (WLG) 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 28 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$142

One-way from

$87

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$242

Good round-trip deal

$180 or less

Good one-way deal

$156 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 11/3-18/3
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 45m total
  • Wellington to Queenstown
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 8/3
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 25m total
  • Wellington to Queenstown
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($32 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Wellington to Queenstown Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Wellington to Queenstown Intl.

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Wellington

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Queenstown

Route

Departure

Return

Price

WellingtonQueenstown

WLG - ZQN

WLGZQN

Wellington

Mon 1/6

09:15-10:40

Nonstop1h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 7/6

11:25-12:45

Nonstop1h 20m

$179

WellingtonQueenstown

WLG - ZQN

WLGZQN

Wellington

Fri 13/3

09:10-10:35

Nonstop1h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 20/3

11:15-12:35

Nonstop1h 20m

$200

WellingtonQueenstown

WLG - ZQN

WLGZQN

Wellington

Sat 2/5

13:55-15:20

Nonstop1h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 12/5

11:25-12:45

Nonstop1h 20m

$204

WellingtonQueenstown

WLG - ZQN

WLGZQN

Wellington

Fri 20/3

09:15-10:40

Nonstop1h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 22/3

16:05-17:25

Nonstop1h 20m

$247

WellingtonQueenstown

WLG - ZQN

WLGZQN

Wellington

Tue 10/3

13:15-19:40

1 stop6h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 18/3

11:15-12:35

Nonstop1h 20m

$287

WellingtonQueenstown

WLG - ZQN

WLGZQN

Wellington

Wed 11/3

07:40-12:45

1 stop5h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 18/3

11:15-12:35

Nonstop1h 20m

$287

WellingtonQueenstown

WLG - ZQN

WLGZQN

Wellington

Fri 20/3

09:10-10:35

Nonstop1h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 22/3

11:15-12:35

Nonstop1h 20m

$289

WellingtonQueenstown

WLG - ZQN

WLGZQN

Wellington

Sun 8/3

09:10-10:35

Nonstop1h 25m

$87

WellingtonQueenstown

WLG - ZQN

WLGZQN

Wellington

Mon 20/4

13:55-15:20

Nonstop1h 25m

$112

WellingtonQueenstown

WLG - ZQN

WLGZQN

Wellington

Wed 25/2

09:10-10:35

Nonstop1h 25m

$120

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Best time to book a flight from Wellington to Queenstown

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Wellington to Queenstown

How far ahead should I book a flight from Wellington to Queenstown?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Wellington to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on 23 January 2026.

Booking 59 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Wellington 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 Wellington to Queenstown?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Queenstown (average of $108). Flying from Wellington to Queenstown in February is currently the most expensive (average of $139). 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 WLG to ZQN?

Find hourly flight availability from Wellington 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 28 January 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Wellington to Queenstown as you normally would.

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 28 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Wellington to Queenstown, such as Air New Zealand and Jetstar. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Wellington to Queenstown. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Wellington to Queenstown?

    If you wish to fly to Queenstown from Wellington, then you need to book flights from Wellington to Queenstown Intl. There are 4 flights from Wellington (WLG) to Queenstown Intl (ZQN) per day to choose from. Flights to Queenstown from Wellington are available from 2 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 25m is how long a nonstop flight from Wellington to Queenstown Intl typically takes.

  • How popular is this Wellington to Queenstown flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Wellington to Queenstown?

    Airlines like Air New Zealand and Jetstar fly from Wellington to Queenstown in about 1h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance between Wellington and Queenstown is about 641 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    Currently priced at $104, Jetstar will fly you from Wellington to Queenstown and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Air New Zealand for as low as $148. Jetstar is 58% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Wellington to Queenstown?

    Before booking your flight to Queenstown from Wellington, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Jetstar (92%), Air New Zealand (88%), Qantas Airways( 87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Wellington to Queenstown?

    The cheapest flight price from Wellington to Queenstown is $59. On average you can expect to pay $207. The most popular route, (Wellington - Queenstown Intl), can usually be booked for $152.

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

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Wellington to Queenstown?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wellington 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 Wellington to Queenstown?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Queenstown (average of $108). Flying from Wellington to Queenstown in February is currently the most expensive (average of $139). 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 2 airlines flying from Wellington to Queenstown

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$104Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$148Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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