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Cheap flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport from $235

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 1/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZQN — MEL
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Queenstown Intl to Melbourne are usually found in September or August, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Queenstown to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Queenstown (ZQN) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$483

One-way from

$235

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$572
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 28/12-6/1
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 35m total
  • Queenstown to Melbourne
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 1/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 20m total
  • Queenstown to Melbourne
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High demand for flights, 5% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
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Cheapest flights from Queenstown to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Queenstown to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.

Sat 28/1220:35ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Mon 6/106:15MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 18/12$483
Sun 29/1215:05ZQN - MEL
1 stop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/106:15MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$656
Sat 28/1220:35ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Mon 6/106:15MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/12$749
Sat 28/1212:05ZQN - MEL
1 stop7h 00mVirgin Australia
Mon 6/120:00MEL - ZQN
1 stop13h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/12$792
Sat 28/1207:00ZQN - MEL
1 stop8h 35mEmirates
Sun 5/107:00MEL - ZQN
1 stop12h 05mEmirates
Deal found 18/12$1,029
Sat 28/1207:20ZQN - MEL
1 stop26h 35mAir New Zealand
Thu 2/118:55MEL - ZQN
2 stops18h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/12$1,251

Find flights from Queenstown to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Queenstown to Melbourne 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

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QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Sat 28/12

20:35-22:05

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 6/1

06:15-11:20

Nonstop3h 05m

$483

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 19/3

20:35-22:05

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 25/3

09:05-14:10

Nonstop3h 05m

$575

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 19/2

08:15-07:55

1 stop25h 40m

Melbourne

Fri 28/3

18:55-13:05

1 stop16h 10m

$592

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Sat 17/5

13:35-15:05

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Sat 24/5

07:30-12:40

Nonstop3h 10m

$687

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Thu 23/1

17:30-00:15

1 stop8h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 28/1

20:30-14:15

1 stop15h 45m

$700

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Sat 28/12

07:00-13:35

1 stop8h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 5/1

07:00-21:05

1 stop12h 05m

$1,029

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Tue 1/4

13:05-17:25

1 stop6h 20m

$235

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Sat 8/3

20:35-22:05

Nonstop3h 30m

$249

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 5/2

14:00-15:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$257

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Thu 27/3

15:05-16:40

Nonstop3h 35m

$295

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Best time to book a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Queenstown to Melbourne

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Queenstown to Melbourne including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Queenstown to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

Booking 77 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport. 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 Melbourne Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport in October 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 MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Queenstown to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 32% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Queenstown to Melbourne. 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 19 December 2024.

The most flights from ZQN to MEL are scheduled on a Wednesday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, 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 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 19 December 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Queenstown to Melbourne, see what other customers have to say about Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
459 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
484 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Queenstown to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Queenstown to Melbourne?

    Most people fly from Queenstown Intl (ZQN) if they book a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne. On average, Queenstown Intl has 12 outbound flights to Melbourne per day from 1 airline. Queenstown Intl is conveniently located just 6.3 km from Queenstown’s city centre.

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

    Currently priced at $483, Jetstar will fly you from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport and back. In addition to Jetstar, 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 $592 and $687, respectively. These flights start at 13% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Air New Zealand. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $235. Users have also found prices from $237 and $254 on Jetstar and Virgin Australia, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Melbourne Airport from Queenstown, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Virgin Australia (93%), Etihad Airways (89%), Qatar Airways( 89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $349 for a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $165 while the most popular route, (Queenstown Intl - Melbourne) is currently priced at $413.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Queenstown to Melbourne 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 Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport in October 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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JetstarCheapest$248Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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