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Cheap flights from Australia to Queenstown from $314

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 16/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — ZQN
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Queenstown

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Australia (AU0) 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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$383

One-way from

$314
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 14/5-21/5
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 35m total
  • Australia to Queenstown
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 16/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 40m total
  • Australia to Queenstown
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Cheapest flights from Australia to Queenstown
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.

Mon 23/1214:40SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Fri 27/1212:20ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 18/12$529
Thu 26/1206:15OOL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Tue 31/1213:35ZQN - OOL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 18/12$602
Wed 18/1207:30SYD - ZQN
1 stop9h 30mVirgin Australia
Sun 22/1214:00ZQN - SYD
1 stop6h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/12$616
Thu 26/1206:15MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Mon 30/1220:35ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 18/12$646
Sat 28/1214:40SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/117:30ZQN - SYD
1 stop6h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$652
Tue 31/1206:15MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/119:30ZQN - MEL
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$656
Sun 22/1214:40MEL - ZQN
1 stop24h 00mVirgin Australia
Thu 2/117:30ZQN - MEL
1 stop19h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/12$665
Fri 27/1215:05BNE - ZQN
1 stop17h 00mVirgin Australia
Wed 1/114:00ZQN - BNE
1 stop9h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/12$740
Fri 27/1218:50CBR - ZQN
1 stop16h 20mVirgin Australia
Wed 1/119:50ZQN - CBR
1 stop24h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/12$752
Tue 24/1215:05BNE - ZQN
1 stop25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/119:30ZQN - BNE
Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$873
Tue 24/1206:00CNS - ZQN
1 stop7h 40mVirgin Australia
Sat 28/1212:05ZQN - CNS
1 stop29h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/12$919
Thu 26/1206:15OOL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 31/1216:05ZQN - OOL
2 stops20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$1,072

Find flights from Australia to Queenstown within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia 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 19 December 2024.

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MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Wed 14/5

14:30-19:40

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 21/5

12:00-13:25

Nonstop3h 25m

$383

CoolangattaQueenstown

OOL - ZQN

OOLZQN

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Mon 3/2

06:15-12:35

Nonstop3h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 6/2

13:35-14:05

Nonstop3h 30m

$400

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 28/3

14:40-19:35

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 31/3

20:40-21:55

Nonstop3h 15m

$440

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Thu 15/5

18:25-08:25

1 stop12h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 22/5

10:25-17:25

1 stop9h 00m

$538

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sun 9/3

06:15-11:20

Nonstop3h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 19/3

16:45-07:55

1 stop17h 10m

$540

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sat 19/4

18:00-14:30

1 stop18h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 26/4

18:00-19:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$568

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 2/5

09:00-16:45

1 stop5h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 14/5

20:40-21:55

Nonstop3h 15m

$576

BrisbaneQueenstown

BNE - ZQN

BNEZQN

Brisbane

Sun 1/6

23:55-10:10

1 stop8h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 15/6

20:40-10:50

1 stop16h 10m

$576

CoolangattaQueenstown

OOL - ZQN

OOLZQN

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Mon 3/2

06:15-12:35

Nonstop3h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 7/2

16:05-16:45

2 stops27h 40m

$581

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/1

17:45-12:15

1 stop16h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 21/1

16:45-07:50

1 stop17h 05m

$629

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to Queenstown

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Travel insights for flights from Australia to Queenstown

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Queenstown (average of $302). Flying from Australia 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 AU to ZQN?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia 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 19 December 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Australia to Queenstown

Explore weekly flight availability from Australia 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 19 December 2024.

The most flights from AU0 to ZQN are scheduled on a Thursday (33 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (27 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 19 December 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand from Australia to Queenstown have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
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Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
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Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
459 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,879 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to Queenstown. 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 into for flights to Queenstown from Australia?

    Queenstown Intl (ZQN), located 6.3 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Australia to Queenstown.

  • How popular is this Australia to Queenstown flight route?

    This flight path from Australia to Queenstown Intl was viewed by 6,169 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 to fly from Australia to Queenstown one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Air New Zealand. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $314. Users have also found prices from $316 and $321 on Jetstar and Virgin Australia, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Australia to Queenstown?

    Most travellers choose Sydney Kingsford Smith - Queenstown Intl, Melbourne - Queenstown Intl or Brisbane - Queenstown Intl when deciding on the best route from Australia to Queenstown.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Australia to Queenstown are China Eastern (81%), United Airlines (81%) and Air New Zealand (81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Australia to Queenstown?

    The cheapest flight price from Australia to Queenstown is $267. On average you can expect to pay $987. The most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Queenstown Intl), can usually be booked for $440.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Queenstown (average of $302). Flying from Australia 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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Top 5 airlines flying from Australia to Queenstown

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Australia 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 19 December 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$225Average$793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$256Average$718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$320Average$877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$349Average$982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$389Average$852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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