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Cheap flights from Auckland to Queenstown from $120

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 7/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — ZQN
23 Dec — 30 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Auckland Intl to Queenstown Intl are usually found in June or May, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Queenstown

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) 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 18 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$211

One-way from

$120

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$397
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 18/2-26/2
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 40m total
  • Auckland to Queenstown
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 7/2
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 50m total
  • Auckland to Queenstown
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High demand for flights, 19% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 4% potential price drop
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2024
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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Queenstown
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 December 2024.

Tue 24/1219:25AKL - ZQN
1 stop14h 25mJetstar
Thu 26/1216:50ZQN - AKL
Nonstop1h 50mJetstar
Deal found 17/12$425
Mon 30/1217:45AKL - ZQN
Nonstop1h 55mAir New Zealand
Sat 11/109:20ZQN - AKL
Nonstop1h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/12$584

Find flights from Auckland to Queenstown within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Auckland 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

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AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Tue 18/2

10:20-12:10

Nonstop1h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 26/2

16:50-18:40

Nonstop1h 50m

$211

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Tue 18/2

19:20-21:15

Nonstop1h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 22/2

07:00-08:50

Nonstop1h 50m

$269

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Sun 26/1

06:40-08:35

Nonstop1h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 29/1

10:45-12:35

Nonstop1h 50m

$277

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Fri 7/2

08:15-10:05

Nonstop1h 50m

$120

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Tue 25/3

19:20-21:15

Nonstop1h 55m

$129

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Mon 27/1

06:00-07:45

2 stops25h 45m

$184

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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Queenstown

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Travel insights for flights from Auckland to Queenstown

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Auckland to Queenstown may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 82 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to Queenstown?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Queenstown (average of $302). Flying from Auckland to Queenstown in December is currently the most expensive (average of $390). 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 AKL to ZQN?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland 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 18 December 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Auckland to Queenstown at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 53% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Auckland to Queenstown

Explore weekly flight availability from Auckland to Queenstown. 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 18 December 2024.

The most flights from AKL to ZQN are scheduled on a Tuesday (53 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (41 on average).

Rainfall in Queenstown by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Queenstown ranges from 50.0 - 80.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 80.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Queenstown when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Queenstown by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Queenstown, 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 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 3.0 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 18 December 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand and Jetstar from Auckland to Queenstown have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
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Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
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Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
484 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Auckland 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 Auckland to Queenstown?

    If you book a flight from Auckland to Queenstown, you will be flying from Auckland Intl to Queenstown Intl. Flights to Queenstown Intl (ZQN) from Auckland Intl (AKL) take 1h 55m for a nonstop flight. There are 46 flights from Auckland Intl to Queenstown per day from 2 airlines.

  • How popular is this Auckland to Queenstown flight route?

    This flight path from Auckland Intl to Queenstown Intl was viewed by 440 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Auckland to Queenstown is Jetstar. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $211 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Air New Zealand, starting at $269. Jetstar is priced at 21% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Auckland to Queenstown consider choosing Virgin Atlantic(97%), United Airlines(95%) or Turkish Airlines(94%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Auckland to Queenstown?

    On average you can expect to pay $235 for a flight from Auckland to Queenstown. The cheapest flight overall is $100 while the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - Queenstown Intl) is currently priced at $123.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Queenstown (average of $302). Flying from Auckland to Queenstown in December is currently the most expensive (average of $390). 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 Auckland to Queenstown on these airlines

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Jetstar flights from Auckland Intl to Queenstown Intl
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Top 2 airlines flying from Auckland to Queenstown

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Auckland to Queenstown. 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 18 December 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$128Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$191Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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