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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Queenstown from $263

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 20/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ZQN
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl are usually found in May or October, booked 15 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Queenstown

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) 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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$376

One-way from

$263

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$528
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 1/4-4/4
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Queenstown
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 20/6
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Queenstown
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($101 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($20 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Queenstown
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Tue 1/414:30MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Fri 4/412:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 20/2$376
Wed 27/811:35MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mVirgin Australia
Mon 15/918:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 20/2$464
Thu 1/518:25MEL - ZQN
1 stop13h 15mAir New Zealand
Mon 5/510:25ZQN - MEL
1 stop9h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/2$473
Fri 28/1114:30MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/1208:55ZQN - MEL
1 stop25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$494
Sat 24/507:30MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mQantas Airways
Tue 3/615:55ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/2$582
Tue 1/420:50AVV - ZQN
1 stop12h 20mJetstar
Mon 7/420:40ZQN - AVV
1 stop15h 05mJetstar
Deal found 20/2$583
Wed 28/506:00AVV - ZQN
1 stop6h 30mQantas Airways
Mon 2/607:00ZQN - AVV
1 stop17h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/2$626
Thu 3/420:50AVV - ZQN
1 stop22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/420:40ZQN - AVV
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$662

Find flights from Melbourne to Queenstown within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 21 February 2025.

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Melbourne

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Tue 1/4

14:30-19:40

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 4/4

12:00-13:25

Nonstop3h 25m

$376

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Thu 1/5

18:25-09:40

1 stop13h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 5/5

10:25-17:25

1 stop9h 00m

$473

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Thu 10/4

14:30-19:40

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 17/4

18:00-19:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$516

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sun 17/8

11:35-16:45

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 25/8

18:00-19:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$547

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sat 24/5

07:30-12:40

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 3/6

15:55-17:25

Nonstop3h 30m

$582

MelbourneQueenstown

AVV - ZQN

AVVZQN

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 1/4

20:50-11:10

1 stop12h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 7/4

20:40-09:45

1 stop15h 05m

$583

MelbourneQueenstown

AVV - ZQN

AVVZQN

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 28/5

06:00-14:30

1 stop6h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 2/6

07:00-22:50

1 stop17h 50m

$626

MelbourneQueenstown

AVV - ZQN

AVVZQN

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 3/4

20:50-21:15

1 stop22h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 7/4

20:40-09:45

1 stop15h 05m

$662

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Fri 20/6

14:30-19:40

Nonstop3h 10m

$263

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Fri 11/4

18:25-09:40

1 stop13h 15m

$284

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Queenstown

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Queenstown

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Queenstown, you should look to book at least 15 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 21 February 2025.

When flying from Melbourne to Queenstown, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 45% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Queenstown?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on 30 June 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Queenstown flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Queenstown

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne 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 21 February 2025.

The most flights from ME1 to ZQN are scheduled on a Sunday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 21 February 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Queenstown, such as Emirates, Air New Zealand and LATAM Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
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Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
462 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
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Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,794 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
417 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Qantas Airways
7.4
Good
814 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne 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 Melbourne?

    Located just 6.3 km from the city centre, Queenstown Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Queenstown from Melbourne. Booking flights from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl (ZQN) should be relatively easy as there are 4 daily inbound flights from Melbourne from 5 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Melbourne to Queenstown is Jetstar. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $376 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia, starting at $473 and $547 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Melbourne to Queenstown for 24% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $263. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne to Queenstown for a low price.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne to Queenstown consider choosing Qatar Airways(89%), Jetstar(86%) or Etihad Airways(81%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Queenstown?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne to Queenstown? While on average our users pay $784, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $246. The most popular route (Melbourne - Queenstown Intl), is priced around $376.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Queenstown (average of $302). Flying from Melbourne 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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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$225Average$573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$247Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$345Average$622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$350Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$373Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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