How often are flights from Queenstown to Wellington delayed?

About 10% of weekly flights between Queenstown and Wellington have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 91 minutes. Find deals

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week. Find deals

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Queenstown to Wellington flights?

Over the past year, Air New Zealand have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed. Find deals

What is the most punctual flight time for Queenstown to Wellington flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

How popular is this Queenstown to Wellington flight route?

This flight path from Queenstown Intl to Wellington was viewed by 330 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

How long is the flight from Queenstown to Wellington?

Jetstar and Air New Zealand can get you from Queenstown to Wellington in just under 1h 15m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. There are 641 km between Queenstown and Wellington. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Queenstown to Wellington round-trip from $68. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Air New Zealand. Jetstar is priced at 78% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Wellington ranges from 70.0 - 130.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Wellington when rainfall is around 70.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Wellington, 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 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 9.0 C).

What are the cheapest flights from Queenstown to Wellington?

Looking for the cheapest flight from Queenstown to Wellington? While on average our users pay $350, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $140. The most popular route (Queenstown Intl - Wellington), is priced around $166.

What are the most reliable airlines from Queenstown to Wellington?

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Queenstown to Wellington are Air New Zealand (92%), Etihad Airways (85%) and Qantas Airways (85%).

What airports do I use to fly from Queenstown to Wellington?

Wellington is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Wellington from Queenstown Intl. Booking flights from Queenstown Intl (ZQN) to Wellington (WLG) should be relatively easy as there are 2 daily flights to Wellington from 2 different airlines. 1h 15m is how long a flight from Queenstown to Wellington will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Queenstown to Wellington?

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

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

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Q: How much does it cost for a return flight from Queenstown to Wellington?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Queenstown to Wellington flights typically cost between $420 and $261 in May. The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was $163 on Jetstar (6 May-13 May). Find deals

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Queenstown Intl to Wellington are usually found in May or June, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

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Wed 6/511:15

ZQN

WLG

Nonstop1h 15m

Jetstar

Wed 13/509:10

WLG

ZQN

Nonstop1h 25m

Jetstar

Deal found 29/3$163

Fri 15/511:15

ZQN

WLG

Nonstop1h 15m

Jetstar

Wed 27/509:10

WLG

ZQN

Nonstop1h 25m

Jetstar

Deal found 2/4$166

Wed 13/511:15

ZQN

WLG

Nonstop1h 15m

Jetstar

Wed 20/509:10

WLG

ZQN

Nonstop1h 25m

Jetstar

Deal found 29/3$168

Fri 22/511:15

ZQN

WLG

Nonstop1h 15m

Jetstar

Sun 24/509:10

WLG

ZQN

Nonstop1h 25m

Jetstar

Deal found 1/4$170

Sun 17/511:15

ZQN

WLG

Nonstop1h 15m

Jetstar

Sun 24/509:10

WLG

ZQN

Nonstop1h 25m

Jetstar

Deal found 1/4$208

Mon 21/916:05

ZQN

WLG

Nonstop1h 20m

Air New Zealand

Sat 3/1009:15

WLG

ZQN

Nonstop1h 25m

Air New Zealand

Deal found 1/4$234

Tue 5/511:25

ZQN

WLG

Nonstop1h 20m

Air New Zealand

Tue 5/513:55

WLG

ZQN

Nonstop1h 25m

Air New Zealand

Deal found 1/4$268

Wed 22/411:15

ZQN

WLG

Nonstop1h 15m

Jetstar

Sun 26/409:10

WLG

ZQN

Nonstop1h 25m

Jetstar

Deal found 2/4$271

Wed 6/511:15

ZQN

WLG

Nonstop1h 15m

Multiple Airlines

Wed 13/506:30

WLG

ZQN

1 stop3h 10m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 29/3$285

Thu 23/411:25

ZQN

WLG

Nonstop1h 20m

Air New Zealand

Mon 27/409:15

WLG

ZQN

Nonstop1h 25m

Air New Zealand

Deal found 31/3$301

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Round-trip from	$163
One-way from	$75
Popular in	February
Cheapest in	May
Average price	$332
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Good one-way deal	$163 or less

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ZQN - WLG

ZQNWLG

Queenstown Intl

Wed 13/5

11:15-12:30

Nonstop1h 15m

Wellington

Wed 20/5

09:10-10:35

Nonstop1h 25m

$168

QueenstownWellington

ZQN - WLG

ZQNWLG

Queenstown Intl

Tue 5/5

11:25-12:45

Nonstop1h 20m

Wellington

Tue 5/5

13:55-15:20

Nonstop1h 25m

$268

QueenstownWellington

ZQN - WLG

ZQNWLG

Queenstown Intl

Wed 22/4

11:15-12:30

Nonstop1h 15m

Wellington

Sun 26/4

09:10-10:35

Nonstop1h 25m

$271

QueenstownWellington

ZQN - WLG

ZQNWLG

Queenstown Intl

Wed 6/5

11:15-12:30

Nonstop1h 15m

Wellington

Wed 13/5

06:30-09:40

1 stop3h 10m

$285

QueenstownWellington

ZQN - WLG

ZQNWLG

Queenstown Intl

Thu 23/4

11:25-12:45

Nonstop1h 20m

Wellington

Mon 27/4

09:15-10:40

Nonstop1h 25m

$301

QueenstownWellington

ZQN - WLG

ZQNWLG

Queenstown Intl

Sun 17/5

11:15-12:30

Nonstop1h 15m

Wellington

Sun 24/5

06:00-09:50

1 stop3h 50m

$350

QueenstownWellington

ZQN - WLG

ZQNWLG

Queenstown Intl

Thu 23/4

16:05-17:25

Nonstop1h 20m

Wellington

Sun 26/4

13:55-15:20

Nonstop1h 25m

$379

QueenstownWellington

ZQN - WLG

ZQNWLG

Queenstown Intl

Fri 15/5

09:20-13:30

1 stop4h 10m

Wellington

Wed 27/5

06:30-09:40

1 stop3h 10m

$411

QueenstownWellington

ZQN - WLG

ZQNWLG

Queenstown Intl

Wed 6/5

10:25-20:50

1 stop10h 25m

Wellington

Wed 13/5

06:30-09:40

1 stop3h 10m

$416

QueenstownWellington

ZQN - WLG

ZQNWLG

Queenstown Intl

Mon 18/5

16:45-21:45

1 stop5h 00m

Wellington

Mon 25/5

12:55-16:35

1 stop3h 40m

$432

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

Booking 42 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Queenstown to Wellington. 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 Queenstown to Wellington?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Wellington (average of $59). Flying from Queenstown to Wellington in August is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 WLG?

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 37% on flights from Queenstown to Wellington by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Wellington

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand and Jetstar from Queenstown to Wellington to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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8.0

Very Good

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1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

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1 / 20

6.0

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Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

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6.5

Okay

535 reviews

Air New Zealand

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623 reviews

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1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

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What airports do I use to fly from Queenstown to Wellington?
Wellington is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Wellington from Queenstown Intl. Booking flights from Queenstown Intl (ZQN) to Wellington (WLG) should be relatively easy as there are 2 daily flights to Wellington from 2 different airlines. 1h 15m is how long a flight from Queenstown to Wellington will take if you book a nonstop flight.
How popular is this Queenstown to Wellington flight route?
This flight path from Queenstown Intl to Wellington was viewed by 330 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
How long is the flight from Queenstown to Wellington?
Jetstar and Air New Zealand can get you from Queenstown to Wellington in just under 1h 15m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. There are 641 km between Queenstown and Wellington. Generally, flights for this route are direct.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Queenstown to Wellington round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Queenstown to Wellington round-trip from $68. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Air New Zealand. Jetstar is priced at 78% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the most reliable airlines from Queenstown to Wellington?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Queenstown to Wellington are Air New Zealand (92%), Etihad Airways (85%) and Qantas Airways (85%).
What are the cheapest flights from Queenstown to Wellington?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Queenstown to Wellington? While on average our users pay $350, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $140. The most popular route (Queenstown Intl - Wellington), is priced around $166.
Can I find deals for flights from Queenstown to Wellington that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Queenstown to Wellington flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Queenstown to Wellington?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Queenstown to Wellington.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Queenstown to Wellington?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Queenstown to Wellington 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 Wellington?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Wellington (average of $59). Flying from Queenstown to Wellington in August is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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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