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Cheap flights from Queenstown to Wellington from $83

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 26/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZQN — WLG
4 Jun — 11 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Queenstown Intl to Wellington are usually found in May or June, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Queenstown to Wellington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Queenstown to Wellington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 May 2026.

Wed 13/511:15
ZQN
-
WLG
Nonstop1h 15m
Jetstar
Fri 5/609:15
WLG
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 1/5$170
Fri 15/511:15
ZQN
-
WLG
Nonstop1h 15m
Jetstar
Fri 5/609:15
WLG
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 3/5$175
Fri 15/511:15
ZQN
-
WLG
Nonstop1h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/509:15
WLG
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4$217
Tue 16/611:25
ZQN
-
WLG
Nonstop1h 20m
Air New Zealand
Tue 23/609:15
WLG
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 2/5$221
Thu 28/516:05
ZQN
-
WLG
Nonstop1h 20m
Air New Zealand
Mon 1/609:15
WLG
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 4/5$248
Wed 1/717:30
ZQN
-
WLG
1 stop14h 25m
Jetstar
Fri 17/709:15
WLG
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 1/5$275
Fri 15/511:15
ZQN
-
WLG
Nonstop1h 15m
Jetstar
Tue 19/509:15
WLG
-
ZQN
1 stop7h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 30/4$277
Wed 17/611:15
ZQN
-
WLG
Nonstop1h 15m
Jetstar
Wed 24/607:40
WLG
-
ZQN
1 stop4h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 3/5$280
Wed 13/511:15
ZQN
-
WLG
Nonstop1h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/607:00
WLG
-
ZQN
1 stop2h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$283
Fri 15/511:15
ZQN
-
WLG
Nonstop1h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/607:00
WLG
-
ZQN
1 stop2h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5$285
Sun 31/510:50
ZQN
-
WLG
1 stop10h 15m
Jetstar
Sun 7/609:10
WLG
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 30/4$289

Find flight deals from Queenstown to Wellington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Queenstown (ZQN) to Wellington (WLG). 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 5 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$170

One-way from

$83

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$212

Good round-trip deal

$211 or less

Good one-way deal

$78 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/5-5/6
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 35m total
  • Queenstown to Wellington
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 26/6
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 15m total
  • Queenstown to Wellington
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 26% potential increase in price ($178 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($41 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Queenstown to Wellington 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 5 May 2026.
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QueenstownWellington

ZQN - WLG

ZQNWLG

Queenstown Intl

Wed 1/7

11:15-12:30

Nonstop1h 15m

Wellington

Fri 17/7

09:15-10:35

Nonstop1h 20m

$170

QueenstownWellington

ZQN - WLG

ZQNWLG

Queenstown Intl

Fri 15/5

11:15-12:30

Nonstop1h 15m

Wellington

Fri 5/6

09:15-10:35

Nonstop1h 20m

$170

QueenstownWellington

ZQN - WLG

ZQNWLG

Queenstown Intl

Sun 14/6

11:15-12:30

Nonstop1h 15m

Wellington

Sun 21/6

09:10-10:35

Nonstop1h 25m

$170

QueenstownWellington

ZQN - WLG

ZQNWLG

Queenstown Intl

Sun 31/5

11:15-12:30

Nonstop1h 15m

Wellington

Sun 7/6

09:10-10:35

Nonstop1h 25m

$170

QueenstownWellington

ZQN - WLG

ZQNWLG

Queenstown Intl

Tue 16/6

11:25-12:45

Nonstop1h 20m

Wellington

Tue 23/6

09:15-10:40

Nonstop1h 25m

$221

QueenstownWellington

ZQN - WLG

ZQNWLG

Queenstown Intl

Thu 28/5

16:05-17:25

Nonstop1h 20m

Wellington

Mon 1/6

09:15-10:40

Nonstop1h 25m

$248

QueenstownWellington

ZQN - WLG

ZQNWLG

Queenstown Intl

Wed 17/6

11:15-12:30

Nonstop1h 15m

Wellington

Wed 24/6

07:40-12:20

1 stop4h 40m

$280

QueenstownWellington

ZQN - WLG

ZQNWLG

Queenstown Intl

Thu 9/7

11:25-12:45

Nonstop1h 20m

Wellington

Sun 12/7

09:10-10:35

Nonstop1h 25m

$290

QueenstownWellington

ZQN - WLG

ZQNWLG

Queenstown Intl

Tue 19/5

10:25-14:20

1 stop3h 55m

Wellington

Sat 23/5

07:00-09:40

1 stop2h 40m

$399

QueenstownWellington

ZQN - WLG

ZQNWLG

Queenstown Intl

Wed 17/6

16:30-20:40

1 stop4h 10m

Wellington

Wed 24/6

13:05-15:55

1 stop2h 50m

$402

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Best time to book a flight from Queenstown to Wellington

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

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

Booking 71 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 $212). Flying from Queenstown to Wellington in February is currently the most expensive (average of $557). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Queenstown to Wellington. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 May 2026.

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.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Wellington

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Wellington. 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 Wellington. Reviews last updated 5 May 2026.
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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
640 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

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
640 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
640 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
538 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
640 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Queenstown to Wellington. 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 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 4 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 307 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 $66. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Air New Zealand. Jetstar is priced at 77% 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 Etihad Airways (91%), Air New Zealand (89%) and Qantas Airways (81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Queenstown to Wellington?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Queenstown to Wellington? While on average our users pay $159, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $78. The most popular route (Queenstown Intl - Wellington), is priced around $170.

  • 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 $212). Flying from Queenstown to Wellington in February is currently the most expensive (average of $557). 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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Fly from Queenstown to Wellington on these airlines

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Top 2 airlines flying from Queenstown to Wellington

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Queenstown to Wellington. 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 5 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$66Average$204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$176Average$321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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