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.
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 |
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One-way from | $263 |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | May |
Average price | $528 |
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to QueenstownExplore 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.
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.
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
MelbourneQueenstown
MEL - ZQN
MELZQN
Melbourne
Fri 20/6
14:30-19:40
Nonstop3h 10m
MelbourneQueenstown
MEL - ZQN
MELZQN
Melbourne
Fri 11/4
18:25-09:40
1 stop13h 15m
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.
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Comfort
Crew
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Boarding
Reviews
Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024
EWR - ATH
Food
Entertainment
Comfort
Crew
Overall
Boarding
Reviews
Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024
EWR - ATH
Food
Entertainment
Comfort
Crew
Overall
Boarding
Reviews
Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024
EWR - ATH
Food
Entertainment
Comfort
Crew
Overall
Boarding
Reviews
Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024
EWR - ATH
Food
Entertainment
Comfort
Crew
Overall
Boarding
Reviews
Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024
EWR - ATH
Food
Entertainment
Comfort
Crew
Overall
Boarding
Reviews
Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024
EWR - ATH
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