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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results for flights to Queenstown, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest return fare
$159
Overall average: $311
Air New Zealand
Fri 23/1Tue 27/1
CHC - ZQN • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
$60
Typical prices: $96-$211
Jetstar
Sun 30/11
WLG - ZQN • Direct
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Air New Zealand
Most flights • 119 per week
Emirates
Best reviews • 8.1 score
Airline reviews
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Top routes
WLG-ZQN
Cheapest
AKL-ZQN
Most popular
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When to travel
June
Cheapest • 20% price drop
July
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Cheap Flights to Queenstown

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights to Queenstown that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals to Queenstown

Fri, 23 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan
Air New Zealand Logo
07:05 - 08:20CHC-ZQN
1h 15mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
16:50 - 18:00ZQN-CHC
1h 10mdirect
$159Air New Zealand
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Sun, 7 Dec - Wed, 17 Dec
Jetstar Logo
10:55 - 12:45AKL-ZQN
1h 50mdirect
Jetstar Logo
13:25 - 15:15ZQN-AKL
1h 50mdirect
$170Jetstar
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Sat, 13 Dec - Tue, 16 Dec
Jetstar Logo
08:15 - 10:05AKL-ZQN
1h 50mdirect
Jetstar Logo
13:25 - 15:15ZQN-AKL
1h 50mdirect
$172Jetstar
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Wed, 17 Dec - Mon, 22 Dec
Air New Zealand Logo
07:05 - 08:20CHC-ZQN
1h 15mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
08:50 - 10:00ZQN-CHC
1h 10mdirect
$172Air New Zealand
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Sat, 13 Dec - Wed, 17 Dec
Jetstar Logo
07:05 - 09:00AKL-ZQN
1h 55mdirect
Jetstar Logo
13:25 - 15:15ZQN-AKL
1h 50mdirect
$173Jetstar
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Thu, 11 Dec - Mon, 15 Dec
Air New Zealand Logo
07:05 - 08:20CHC-ZQN
1h 15mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
16:45 - 17:40ZQN-CHC
0h 55mdirect
$173Air New Zealand
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Sun, 14 Dec - Wed, 17 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:40 - 08:35AKL-ZQN
1h 55mdirect
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10:45 - 12:35ZQN-AKL
1h 50mdirect
$179Multiple Airlines
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Wed, 11 Mar - Sat, 21 Mar
Air New Zealand Logo
12:45 - 14:00CHC-ZQN
1h 15mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
13:05 - 14:00ZQN-CHC
0h 55mdirect
$182Air New Zealand
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Tue, 3 Feb - Fri, 6 Feb
Qantas Airways Logo
15:35 - 21:05WLG-ZQN
29h 30m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
15:30 - 13:30ZQN-WLG
22h 00m2 stops
$1,614Qantas Airways
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Sat, 22 Nov - Wed, 26 Nov
Qantas Airways Logo
07:10 - 21:05TRG-ZQN
13h 55m2 stops
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07:00 - 17:20ZQN-TRG
10h 20m2 stops
$2,148Qantas Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Queenstown

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights to Queenstown to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to Queenstown?

These are the best round-trip prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.

The flight route Auckland to Queenstown was the most popular route on KAYAK over the last 3 days. A return flight could be found for $170. Also in the last 3 days, Wellington was the most budget-friendly place to find a flight to Queenstown with one-way tickets at $60 and $159 return.

How much is a flight to Queenstown?

The average and cheapest price for all round-trip flights to Queenstown from each origin found by users searching on KAYAK in the last month.

On average, a flight to Queenstown costs $178. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $55 and departed from Wellington. The most popular routes on KAYAK are Christchurch to Queenstown which costs $311 on average, and Wellington to Queenstown, which costs $223 on average.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Queenstown?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to Queenstown, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights to Queenstown is November, where tickets cost $379 on average for one-way flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and December, where the average cost of tickets from New Zealand is $688 and $621 respectively. For return trips, the best month to travel is June with an average price of $228.

What is a good deal for flights to Queenstown?

If you’re looking for cheap airfare to Queenstown, 25% of our users found tickets to Queenstown for the following prices or less: From Wellington $57 one-way - $180 return, from Auckland $81 one-way - $185 return, from Christchurch $94 one-way - $258 return.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Queenstown?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Queenstown, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 73 days before departure.

Good to know – Book Cheap Queenstown Plane Tickets

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$60
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
Flight from Wellington to Queenstown

When to book flights to Queenstown

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Queenstown based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. The information is for flights to Queenstown based on your location. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs - booking Queenstown flights

  • Can I be picked up by an Uber at Queenstown Airport?

    Uber and other ridesharing platforms are permitted at Queenstown Airport. You can meet your driver in the P20 Express pick-up and drop-off zone, which is easy to find if you follow the signage after exiting the terminal. A trip to the centre of Queenstown will cost NZ$ 25.

  • Where is the nearest nursery room once I land at Queenstown Airport?

    Once you have disembarked your plane and entered the airport, turn left at the Patagonia Café and shortly afterwards you will find a dedicated Parents Room on your left. There is a microwave, changing table and toys inside to help you care for your child.

  • Are there any stands to assist in reassembling my bike once I land at Queenstown Airport?

    A Bicycle Assembly Area is located just outside of the terminal, reach it by exiting by the baggage collection area and turning left.

  • What is the cheapest flight to Queenstown?

    The flight route Auckland to Queenstown was the most popular route on KAYAK over the last 3 days. A return flight could be found for $170. Also in the last 3 days, Wellington was the most budget-friendly place to find a flight to Queenstown with one-way tickets at $60 and $159 return.

  • How far is Queenstown Intl Airport from central Queenstown?

    Central Queenstown is 6 km away from Queenstown Intl Airport.

  • What is the name of Queenstown’s airport?

    There is only 1 airport in Queenstown, called Queenstown Intl Airport (ZQN). It can also be referred to as Frankton, Queenstown, or Queenstown Intl.

  • How much is a flight to Queenstown?

    On average, a flight to Queenstown costs $178. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $55 and departed from Wellington Airport.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Queenstown?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Queenstown is Monday where tickets can be as cheap as $247. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Friday, where prices are $329 on average.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Queenstown?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Queenstown.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Queenstown?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Queenstown is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Queenstown?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Queenstown with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Queenstown?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Queenstown up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Queenstown?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Queenstown is generally in the afternoon, when flights cost $237 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Queenstown is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $348.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Queenstown

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Queenstown? 25% of our users found return tickets to Queenstown for the following prices or less: From Wellington $119, from Auckland $133, from Christchurch $176
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Queenstown flight deals.
  • Queenstown Airport (ZQN) is a good choice if you wish to visit the popular ski fields throughout the Southern Alps such as The Remarkables, Coronet Peak and Cardrona.
  • You can reach the centre of the city from Queenstown Airport via the Orbus, a convenient public bus which leaves from directly outside the airport terminal. Services are scheduled every 15 min and run until 24:00, all days of the week. Board the number 1 bus labelled Fernhill, which will take you to the centre of Queenstown in approximately 20 min. A one-way ticket for an adult costs NZ$ 10.
  • If you would like to have the ultimate freedom of exploring the surrounding mountains with a car, pick up a rental car from Queenstown Airport. After entering the airport terminal, turn left once you reach Patagonia Café and then right at the Vodafone store. Here you will find the offices of a number of rental companies, such as Europcar, Juicy and Avis.

Prefer to fly direct to Queenstown Intl?

 
Nonstop data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying nonstop to Queenstown Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct to Queenstown Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

New Zealand to Queenstown Intl

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +21 more

ANA, Air Canada, +22 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +21 more

ANA, Air Canada, +22 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +21 more

ANA, Air Canada, +22 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +21 more

ANA, Air Canada, +22 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +21 more

ANA, Air Canada, +22 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +21 more

ANA, Air Canada, +22 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +21 more

ANA, Air Canada, +22 more

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Direct returns

Queenstown Intl to New Zealand

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +21 more

ANA, Air Canada, +22 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +21 more

ANA, Air Canada, +22 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +21 more

ANA, Air Canada, +22 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +21 more

ANA, Air Canada, +22 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +21 more

ANA, Air Canada, +22 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +21 more

ANA, Air Canada, +22 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +21 more

ANA, Air Canada, +22 more

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines flying to Queenstown

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Queenstown. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from New Zealand to Queenstown. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Queenstown? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3402 reviews
7.9Food
8.0Comfort
8.3Crew
8.2Entertainment
8.1Boarding
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We boarded but due to a technical issue we spent 4.5hrs on the ground waiting for the issue to be resolved

4.0 OkayIan, Nov 2025SYD - CHC
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We boarded but due to a technical issue we spent 4.5hrs on the ground waiting for the issue to be resolved

Super flight. On time departure and arrival. Very good service. Luggage arrival at DXB was a little delayed but you can’t have everything the very best :)

Wonderful Premium Economy experience. Felt as good as Business Class for food and entertainment. Comfortable sleeping too

the seat is quite narrow compared to others. entertainment and food were very good

I had a good experience flying with Emirates. All of the flights were on time staff was very professional and kind. So I had a positive experience..

We loved flying with Emirates in business class, the staff were fabulous, going above & beyond

Delayed and missed connecting flight. But Emirates took care until next day flight. Thank you

Very pleasant.The crews are very nice.Food were excellent.

Very pleasant.The crews are very helpful.Food are very good.

They cancelled our flight, rebooked, cancelled that one. We are now flying New Zealand Air and need a refund please. How do we get it?

Like: Aircraft was better than others I've flown in. Crew was great, food was very good. Air New Zealand is now my favorite airline. On our long flight from AKL to YVR there was enough room for those of us in Economy to stretch a bit. My sister is disabled and they took very good care of her and me. Best entertainment offering of all the other airlines. Not so much; Flight from AKL to YRV was delayed BUT they recovered really well so no complaints here. Pretty petty point to complain about. Only negative I have. I will recommend to friends.

Nice friendly staff and crew. Love the 787 flight. Get meals and lots of drinks!

Great entertainment options on the screen. uSB A and C chargers. Free WiFi! Crew were excellent.

Service was excellent and they’re very helpful and nice

Check in crew member was very helpful, nice and excellent service👍

Overall the plane was good and the crew great. The big disappointment was the skycouch. Maybe it would be good if you were a parent with 2 small kids travelling but as a couple it's hopeless. It's impossible for 2 adults to lie down so one ends up sitting. We split our time with one lying and the other sitting. We both got more sleep sitting upright. We will never book one again and don't recommend it to anyone.

Aircon set too high so VERY warm and VERY uncomfortable.

Not a comfortable trip, the seats are not good, and they look old.

Lost my luggage and brought someone else luggage to my airport.

I flew United from San Francisco to Auckland. My connecting flight from Auckland to Christchurch was canceled with no explanation. I was finally told the cancellation was due to fog. Even though it was clear when we landed. I am from San Francisco, I know what fog is! And I didn't see any fog. I was told the next available flight was 7 hours later. Unacceptable, they should have had a flight ready to go as soon as it was deemed safe to take off.

The flight was delayed by 2 hours but the Jetstar crew were fantastic.

Late leaving and desintuon board showed ‘gate closed’ when they hadn’t even commenced boarding!

Flight was delayed more than 1.5 hours. Gate changed multiple times

The good thing is that the flight got us from Darwin to Brisbane. However, it would have to be the most uncomfortable flight I have ever taken and if I can possibly avoid flying Jetstar again, I will.

I was treated poorly in Dunedin by check in crew, then my bag was lost in Auckland. Never again.

no announcement about why we where delayed which is very poor

It was better than I expected. Thought $5 for a small cup of tea was a bit much!

15kg allowance is outrageous. Change of time a few days before departure and more than 2 hours of delay in the end. The worse we’ve taken so far in Oceania.

They added the weight of my back to the carryon luggage and charged me NZ$75 for being over 7 kg.

stuck in the aircraft for over three hours due to engineering work, significantly delayed and made a lot of passengers missed the connecting transport, no mention any compensation

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