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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Queenstown from $255

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 25/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ZQN
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl are usually found in May or October, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday 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 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$426

One-way from

$255

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$499
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 2/5-4/5
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 45m total
  • Melbourne to Queenstown
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 25/7
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Queenstown
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($109 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($21 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 25 March 2025.

Fri 2/511:35MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mVirgin Australia
Sun 4/518:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/3$426
Mon 23/623:55MEL - ZQN
1 stop8h 15mJetstar
Wed 25/612:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 25/3$447
Wed 30/414:30MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/518:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$466
Tue 3/618:25MEL - ZQN
1 stop15h 50mAir New Zealand
Tue 10/613:05ZQN - MEL
1 stop6h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 23/3$531
Sat 24/520:55AVV - ZQN
1 stop12h 15mJetstar
Wed 28/520:40ZQN - AVV
1 stop15h 05mJetstar
Deal found 24/3$601
Sat 17/507:30MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mEmirates
Tue 27/515:25ZQN - MEL
1 stop10h 10mEmirates
Deal found 24/3$706
Mon 5/506:00AVV - ZQN
1 stop13h 15mQantas Airways
Thu 29/515:25ZQN - AVV
1 stop6h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/3$717
Tue 8/411:25MEL - ZQN
1 stop7h 50mQantas Airways
Wed 16/407:05ZQN - MEL
1 stop6h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/3$756
Mon 23/610:35AVV - ZQN
1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 30/607:05ZQN - AVV
1 stop9h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$768

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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 25 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Queenstown that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Fri 2/5

11:35-16:45

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 4/5

18:00-19:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$426

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Mon 23/6

23:55-10:10

1 stop8h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 25/6

12:00-13:25

Nonstop3h 25m

$447

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Wed 30/4

14:30-19:40

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 4/5

18:00-19:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$466

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Tue 3/6

18:25-12:15

1 stop15h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 10/6

13:05-17:25

1 stop6h 20m

$531

MelbourneQueenstown

AVV - ZQN

AVVZQN

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 24/5

20:55-11:10

1 stop12h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 28/5

20:40-09:45

1 stop15h 05m

$601

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Thu 8/5

09:10-14:20

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 15/5

15:20-16:45

Nonstop3h 25m

$673

MelbourneQueenstown

AVV - ZQN

AVVZQN

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 5/5

06:00-21:15

1 stop13h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 29/5

15:25-20:15

1 stop6h 50m

$717

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Tue 8/4

11:25-21:15

1 stop7h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 16/4

07:05-11:35

1 stop6h 30m

$756

MelbourneQueenstown

AVV - ZQN

AVVZQN

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 23/6

10:35-19:40

1 stop7h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 30/6

07:05-14:10

1 stop9h 05m

$768

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Thu 21/8

08:10-10:10

2 stops24h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 27/8

16:50-13:05

2 stops22h 15m

$1,072

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Queenstown

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Queenstown

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 21 March 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Queenstown, you should look to book at least 63 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 25 March 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. Thursday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 25 March 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Queenstown, such as Emirates, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
811 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
395 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
433 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

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 2 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 Virgin Australia. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $426 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Jetstar and Air New Zealand, starting at $447 and $531 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Melbourne to Queenstown for 15% 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 $255. 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(88%), Virgin Australia(88%) or Jetstar(86%), 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 $859, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $236. The most popular route (Melbourne - Queenstown Intl), is priced around $391.

  • 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$230Average$584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$244Average$534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$349Average$658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$365Average$542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$372Average$700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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