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Cheap flights from Darwin to Queenstown from $472

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 23/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
DRW — ZQN
13 May — 20 May1
1 adult
Mon 13/5
Mon 20/5

Cheap flight deals from Darwin to Queenstown

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Darwin (DRW) 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 8 May 2024.

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Average price

$1,523

Round-trip from

$463
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Darwin to Queenstown?

Wednesday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Darwin to Queenstown. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Queenstown.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Darwin to Queenstown?

October can be a great time to fly to Queenstown from Darwin with a flight ticket averaging about $1,276. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of October for as cheap as $872. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of May.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Darwin to Queenstown (DRW - ZQN)?

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

Cheap Virgin Australia flights from Darwin to Queenstown

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Virgin Australia for the route between Darwin and Queenstown. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 543,805 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2024.
Consider these cheap Virgin Australia flights we've found departing from Darwin to Queenstown. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Tue 23/700:35DRW - ZQN
1 stop13h 40mVirgin Australia
Sun 28/718:00ZQN - DRW
2 stops32h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/5$1,075
Wed 24/714:30DRW - ZQN
1 stop22h 40mVirgin Australia
Sun 28/714:25ZQN - DRW
2 stops35h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/5$1,444
Thu 20/606:05DRW - ZQN
2 stops32h 10mVirgin Australia
Sun 30/618:00ZQN - DRW
2 stops32h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/5$1,510
Thu 20/606:05DRW - ZQN
2 stops32h 10mVirgin Australia
Sun 30/616:30ZQN - DRW
1 stop10h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/5$1,612
Wed 19/600:35DRW - ZQN
2 stops12h 35mVirgin Australia
Sun 30/616:30ZQN - DRW
1 stop10h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/5$1,930
Wed 19/600:35DRW - ZQN
2 stops12h 35mVirgin Australia
Sun 30/613:10ZQN - DRW
2 stops13h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/5$2,261

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from Darwin to Queenstown

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between Darwin and Queenstown. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 543,805 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Qantas Airways flights departing from Darwin and landing in Queenstown. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Wed 19/601:20DRW - ZQN
1 stop9h 00mQantas Airways
Sun 30/616:25ZQN - DRW
1 stop10h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/5$1,563
Wed 24/713:20DRW - ZQN
1 stop27h 35mQantas Airways
Sun 28/720:40ZQN - DRW
1 stop30h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/5$1,680
Wed 24/713:20DRW - ZQN
1 stop27h 35mQantas Airways
Sun 28/720:20ZQN - DRW
1 stop31h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/5$3,610
Wed 24/713:20DRW - ZQN
2 stops21h 00mQantas Airways
Sun 28/716:25ZQN - DRW
3 stops26h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/5$5,934

Cheap Darwin to Queenstown flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Darwin to Queenstown specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 543,805 searches. Prices were last updated on 8 May 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Darwin to Queenstown in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Thu 20/606:05DRW - ZQN
2 stops32h 10mVirgin Australia
Sun 30/618:00ZQN - DRW
2 stops32h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/5$1,510
Wed 19/601:20DRW - ZQN
1 stop9h 00mQantas Airways
Sun 30/616:25ZQN - DRW
1 stop10h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/5$1,563
Thu 20/606:05DRW - ZQN
2 stops32h 10mVirgin Australia
Sun 30/616:30ZQN - DRW
1 stop10h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/5$1,612
Wed 19/600:35DRW - ZQN
2 stops12h 35mVirgin Australia
Sun 30/616:30ZQN - DRW
1 stop10h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/5$1,930
Wed 19/600:35DRW - ZQN
2 stops12h 35mVirgin Australia
Sun 30/613:10ZQN - DRW
2 stops13h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/5$2,261

Darwin to Queenstown 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Darwin and Queenstown in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 543,805 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Darwin to Queenstown in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Sun 17/1113:15DRW - ZQN
1 stop23h 55mVirgin Australia
Wed 20/1114:30ZQN - DRW
1 stop30h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/5$1,056
Sun 17/1113:15DRW - ZQN
1 stop23h 55mVirgin Australia
Wed 20/1114:30ZQN - DRW
1 stop30h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 6/5$1,073
Tue 23/700:35DRW - ZQN
1 stop13h 40mVirgin Australia
Sun 28/718:00ZQN - DRW
2 stops32h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/5$1,075
Tue 23/700:55DRW - ZQN
1 stop32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/714:25ZQN - DRW
1 stop12h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$1,082
Sun 17/1118:05DRW - ZQN
2 stops19h 05mVirgin Australia
Wed 20/1114:30ZQN - DRW
1 stop30h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/5$1,087
Sun 17/1113:15DRW - ZQN
1 stop23h 55mVirgin Australia
Wed 20/1115:40ZQN - DRW
2 stops29h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 6/5$1,088
Sun 17/1118:05DRW - ZQN
2 stops19h 05mVirgin Australia
Wed 20/1115:40ZQN - DRW
2 stops29h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 6/5$1,118
Sun 17/1118:05DRW - ZQN
2 stops19h 05mVirgin Australia
Wed 20/1115:40ZQN - DRW
2 stops29h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/5$1,162
Sat 16/1101:05DRW - ZQN
1 stop30h 45mJetstar
Wed 20/1120:35ZQN - DRW
1 stop31h 10mJetstar
Deal found 7/5$1,171

One-way flights to Queenstown from Darwin

Search for one-way flight options from Darwin to Queenstown. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 543,805 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Darwin to Queenstown. Users can also find round-trip Darwin to Queenstown flights by using the search form above.
Tue 23/700:35DRW - ZQN
1 stop13h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/5$472
Tue 23/700:35DRW - ZQN
2 stops32h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/5$546
Wed 24/714:45DRW - ZQN
2 stops26h 25mJetstar
Deal found 7/5$601
Tue 23/701:20DRW - ZQN
3 stops32h 35mJetstar
Deal found 7/5$787
Wed 24/714:30DRW - ZQN
1 stop22h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/5$840
Wed 24/713:20DRW - ZQN
1 stop27h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/5$957
Tue 23/701:20DRW - ZQN
3 stops15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$1,043
Wed 24/712:00DRW - ZQN
3 stops25h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/5$2,508

Find flights from Darwin to Queenstown within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Darwin 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 543,805 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2024.

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$1,075 - $1,680

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Return

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DarwinQueenstown Intl

DRW - ZQN

DRWZQN

Darwin

Tue 23/7

1 stop13h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 28/7

2 stops32h 10m

$1,075

DarwinQueenstown Intl

DRW - ZQN

DRWZQN

Darwin

Tue 23/7

1 stop32h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 28/7

1 stop12h 40m

$1,082

DarwinQueenstown Intl

DRW - ZQN

DRWZQN

Darwin

Wed 24/7

2 stops18h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 28/7

1 stop12h 40m

$1,176

DarwinQueenstown Intl

DRW - ZQN

DRWZQN

Darwin

Tue 23/7

2 stops40h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 28/7

2 stops34h 55m

$1,185

DarwinQueenstown Intl

DRW - ZQN

DRWZQN

Darwin

Wed 24/7

1 stop22h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 28/7

2 stops35h 55m

$1,444

DarwinQueenstown Intl

DRW - ZQN

DRWZQN

Darwin

Thu 20/6

2 stops32h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 30/6

2 stops32h 10m

$1,510

DarwinQueenstown Intl

DRW - ZQN

DRWZQN

Darwin

Wed 24/7

2 stops22h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 28/7

2 stops30h 35m

$1,518

DarwinQueenstown Intl

DRW - ZQN

DRWZQN

Darwin

Wed 19/6

1 stop9h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 30/6

1 stop10h 30m

$1,563

DarwinQueenstown Intl

DRW - ZQN

DRWZQN

Darwin

Wed 24/7

1 stop27h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 28/7

1 stop30h 20m

$1,680

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When is the cheapest time to fly from Darwin to Queenstown?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Darwin to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Darwin to Queenstown flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Queenstown by month

Plan your trip from Darwin to Queenstown by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Darwin to Queenstown is currently $969 while a return flight costs $1,359. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to Queenstown (average of $306). Flying from Darwin to Queenstown in July is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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.

January

$516

February

$509

March

$513

April

$463

May

$486

June

$507

July

$614

August

$599

September

$586

October

$472

November

$504

December

$518

Temperature and rainfall in Queenstown by month

Plan your trip to Queenstown by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

ZQN

Temperature

3 - 15 °C

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 8 May 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Darwin to Queenstown, see what other customers have to say about Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
635 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
635 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
635 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
659 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
635 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
976 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
635 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Jetstar
6.8
Okay
649 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
635 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Darwin to Queenstown for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Darwin to Queenstown for under $1,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Virgin Australia for just $1,075, but on average you can expect to pay $2,285.

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

    Currently priced at $1,075, Virgin Australia will fly you from Darwin to Queenstown and back. In addition to Virgin Australia, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,185 and $1,563, respectively. Users have found that Virgin Australia is 15% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Darwin to Queenstown one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Virgin Australia, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $472. However, be on the lookout for offers from Jetstar and Qantas Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Darwin to Queenstown for a low price.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Darwin to Queenstown?

    Before booking your flight from Darwin to Queenstown, check out the most popular airlines for this route: Jetstar, Qantas Airways or Virgin Australia.

  • What does DRW to ZQN mean?

    DRW and ZQN are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. DRW to ZQN refers to a flight route from Darwin Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Darwin to Queenstown that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Darwin to Queenstown flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Darwin to Queenstown with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Darwin to Queenstown flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Darwin 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Darwin to Queenstown that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Darwin to Queenstown offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Darwin to Queenstown?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Darwin to Queenstown flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Darwin to Queenstown flight deals updated?

    The Darwin to Queenstown flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 7/5.

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