ZQN - MEL

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Cheap flight deals from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) (ZQN-MEL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) 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.

Recent return flight deals from Queenstown to Melbourne

Recommended round-trip deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from Queenstown to Melbourne.
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20:35 - 22:05ZQN-MEL
3h 30mdirect
06:15 - 11:20MEL-ZQN
3h 05mdirect
$530Jetstar
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Thu, 19 Dec - Tue, 31 Dec
20:35 - 22:05ZQN-MEL
3h 30mdirect
06:15 - 11:20MEL-ZQN
3h 05mdirect
$557Jetstar
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Thu, 19 Dec - Tue, 31 Dec
17:30 - 00:15ZQN-MEL
8h 45m1 stop
06:15 - 11:20MEL-ZQN
3h 05mdirect
Wed, 8 Jan - Fri, 24 Jan
13:35 - 17:25ZQN-MEL
5h 50m1 stop
18:25 - 12:15MEL-ZQN
15h 50m1 stop
$630Air New Zealand
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Sat, 17 May - Sat, 24 May
17:30 - 00:15ZQN-MEL
8h 45m1 stop
06:15 - 11:20MEL-ZQN
3h 05mdirect
Wed, 8 Jan - Thu, 23 Jan
11:25 - 08:05ZQN-MEL
22h 40m1 stop
09:05 - 14:20MEL-ZQN
3h 15mdirect
$647Air New Zealand
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Mon, 27 Jan - Fri, 31 Jan
13:35 - 15:05ZQN-MEL
3h 30mdirect
07:30 - 12:40MEL-ZQN
3h 10mdirect
$678Qantas Airways
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Sat, 17 May - Sat, 24 May
17:30 - 00:15ZQN-MEL
8h 45m1 stop
07:10 - 16:40MEL-ZQN
7h 30m1 stop
$763Virgin Australia
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Wed, 8 Jan - Thu, 23 Jan
15:05 - 23:05ZQN-MEL
10h 00m1 stop
13:00 - 11:30MEL-ZQN
20h 30m1 stop
$807Virgin Australia
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Wed, 18 Dec - Sat, 4 Jan
15:05 - 16:40ZQN-MEL
3h 35mdirect
07:30 - 12:40MEL-ZQN
3h 10mdirect
$817Qantas Airways
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Thu, 27 Mar - Sat, 12 Apr

Flights from Queenstown to Melbourne - Travel Insights & Trends

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

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

The average price of all flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If you are looking for a flight deal from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine), look for departures on Mondays and avoid leaving on a Tuesday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine), Monday is the cheapest day to fly and Tuesday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport, 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 from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport is September, where tickets cost $498 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and October, where the average cost of tickets is $766 and $698 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport?

The average price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of $1,350, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport, you should book around 3 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 149 days before departure.

Good to know

Low season

October

High season

December

Cheapest flight

$170
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 13% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
Flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)

When to book flights from Queenstown to Melbourne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Queenstown to Melbourne 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. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport was $100 for a one-way ticket and $312 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    Queenstown and Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Queenstown from Queenstown Intl and will be arriving at Melbourne.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Queenstown and Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine), with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    There are direct flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Queenstown to Melbourne, Air New Zealand or Qantas Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Queenstown to Melbourne are Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways. With an average price for the route of $763 and an overall rating of 8.0, Air New Zealand is the most popular choice. Qantas Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $746 and an overall rating of 7.6.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    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 from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine).

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) from 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 from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) with an airline and back to Queenstown with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    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 Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) from Queenstown up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $349 or less one-way and $594 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Queenstown Intl to Melbourne?

Find which airlines fly direct from Queenstown Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Queenstown Intl to Melbourne

Monday

Air New Zealand, Emirates, Etihad Airways, +5 more

Air New Zealand, Emirates, +6 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Emirates, Etihad Airways, +5 more

Air New Zealand, Emirates, +6 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Emirates, Etihad Airways, +5 more

Air New Zealand, Emirates, +6 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Emirates, Etihad Airways, +5 more

Air New Zealand, Emirates, +6 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, Emirates, Etihad Airways, +5 more

Air New Zealand, Emirates, +6 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Emirates, Etihad Airways, +5 more

Air New Zealand, Emirates, +6 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Emirates, Etihad Airways, +5 more

Air New Zealand, Emirates, +6 more

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Direct returns

Melbourne to Queenstown Intl

Monday

Air New Zealand, Emirates, Etihad Airways, +5 more

Air New Zealand, Emirates, +6 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Emirates, Etihad Airways, +5 more

Air New Zealand, Emirates, +6 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Emirates, Etihad Airways, +5 more

Air New Zealand, Emirates, +6 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Emirates, Etihad Airways, +5 more

Air New Zealand, Emirates, +6 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, Emirates, Etihad Airways, +5 more

Air New Zealand, Emirates, +6 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Emirates, Etihad Airways, +5 more

Air New Zealand, Emirates, +6 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Emirates, Etihad Airways, +5 more

Air New Zealand, Emirates, +6 more

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Top 4 airlines serving from Queenstown to Melbourne

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Queenstown to Melbourne. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Queenstown to Melbourne? 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.
8.0
Air New ZealandOverall score based on 525 reviews
7.6Entertainment
8.0Comfort
8.6Crew
7.4Food
8.2Boarding
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Would have been nice to have decaf coffee as an option, and perhaps a scone

10.0 ExcellentScott, Nov 2024AKL - CHC
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Would have been nice to have decaf coffee as an option, and perhaps a scone

Overall, a great experience from food and crew. The only setback was that this was the Second flight from Air New Zealand within a week that was an hour late for boarding.

The flight attendances were very helpful and friendly ! Dinner and breakfast were great . The seat was not too comfortable though .

The air New Zealand employees who assisted us with wheelchair aid on Auckland made our transfer from flight to the next seamless. Also were amazing in helping with our luggage and customs in Brisbane.

New Zealand crew were attentive. We were not informed that we needed transit document to pass through New Zealand. A checkin employee helped with this for which we were thankful.

The boarding process was less than ideal. While I liked being greeted with “Kia Ora”, the rest of the process was very average for business-class travel — queue, crowding, no clear separation between economy and business premier. The aircraft felt old, even though I believe it was only 6 years’ old. Travelling in Business Premier in Air New Zealand is like sitting in a glass bowl. One can see everyone, and everyone can see others. Very bad structuring of seats. If you have a choice, fly another airlines like Singapore Airlines for business — I had the option, but chose this flight due to it’s departure time. Regrettable decision. I had opted for Vegan food choice. Very poor food as well as service. It is as if the chefs preparing the meal have little idea what nutritious, healthy and filling plant-based food is. And the crew were totally uncoordinated. In the main dinner meal, the first thing I was served was a fruit bowl, and then followed by other items. No mention was made that the fruit bowl (served first) was the dessert! And then after my meal tray was cleared another steward (not the one who served the main meal) comes around asks me that now that I had had the would like the dessert. I said yes, please. He went off and comes back to tell me discreetly that I’ve already had my dessert! He also didn’t know what the dessert was — and I guess it was the fruit platter that was the first item I was served. I was traveling with partner, who had similar experience. For her, they just cleared her table without offering dessert. Extremely poor coordination. The area behind the seats was extremely dirty. I just happened to use the overhead light to try and locate something that had fallen, only to be horrified at the dust, crumbs and all kinds of other particles. The only good thing about the flight was that when it ended, our bags came very very quickly. But that I guess is more to do with airport operations for Air New Zealands at Auckland Airport rather than the flight itself. I would think very hard next time I have to fly Business Premier in New Zealand, especially on Boeing 787-9NZM, which this plane was. Basically if you are selecting seats and find that they are at a diagonal angle, do not book this if you are looking for luxurious travel. Better off with premium economy or a good economy seat. The quality of food and service indeed was way below par.

The entire process was excellent! The economy sits are a bit snug so I'll have to be sure to purchase premier or business class next time but, other than that, food, service, attendants were exceptional. Gate agents and ticket agents too!

Can you please process refund. Mum died and dad went to Pakistan to bury her after cancelling flight.

Short flight so no entertainment, turbulence so no food service - overall flight as expected

All was good, the only thing was it didn't run on time.

same as previous comments. i hate being on a plane that long. no problems w/anything else.

It was very nice. I will try to fly with Qantas whenever I can.

Terrible. 6 hour delay with no explanations and only 15 dollars in food credits. A disaster. I'll just leave it at that.

Much better than I expected for such a long flight.

Flight was cancelled about 1.5 hours before departure. Replacement flight provided scheduled 1 hour later. Late boarding, late departure and arrived Melbourne nearly 2 hours after originally scheduled.

Good - better than other airlines in terms of food and seat comfort.

It’s a very long flight and there are so many people on board. Perhaps a warm washcloth now and then to freshen up

The crew was very helpful to my family, especially when my daughter became sick during the flight. Will fly with them again.

Too many passengers are bringing on too many large items as part of carry on baggage where it should be checked in. This is not the fault of Qantas but the stupid mindset passengers have now about trying to bring anything and everything on as carry on luggage where it should be checked in.

Better than expected, normally I don't use this airline because they are too expensive for me, but if you can afford it, good on you, you won't regret it. Regards.

Virgin has always provided a smooth and comfortable flight. This one was no different. Seats are comfortable. Staff are great. This is my favourite airline.

Virgin changed the flight to an Alliance flight. Smaller plane, tea coffee and water the only refreshments available and not sure what happened to the extra money I paid to sit in a selected seat with extra leg room. This is obviously a regular switch as it happened on our flight there and back. Do not recommend.

Late boarding, late departure due to weather and slow boarding, packed 5+hour flight, only 2 toilets for main cabin, tight leg room, no free food except tea, coffee, and water, arrived 75 minutes late.

Cramped, crowded flight, with no complimentary food except coffee, tea, or water.

Check-in was good and efficient, Boarding was quick and easy. Didn't like the entertainment side of things requiring your phone to connect for a screen, my eyes are bad enough to use my phone more than I already do. Trip was comfortable and baggage claim was good. If coffee and tea were free, then why not a soda or juice as well, its not like its an alcoholic drink.

Check-in was good and efficient, Boarding was quick and easy. Didn't like the entertainment side of things requiring your phone to connect for a screen, my eyes are bad enough to use my phone more than I already do. Trip was comfortable and baggage claim was good.

The flight was delayed by 45 minutes, but boarding, actual flight, and crew were great. However, there was Zero free food and only water, tea, or coffee to drink. Everything else was for sale. No onboard entertainment but it was a short flight.

Boarding was smooth after a 25 min delay. Notification of delay could be more efficient and change in boarding gate was not notified on the flights board or app.

I did not use the in flight entertainment, but the selection appeared to be decent. Take off was delayed, but otherwise the process was uneventful.

Great flight - on time, lovely staff. I’ll always have the same complaint and essentially it’s the limited food options for people who are celiac. But that’s all airlines !

The crew were great. The seat was older than an old Holden with a big metal bar sticking right into my back. The passenger next to me complained that hers was the same. The pre purchase system for food was disappointing as the pie/quiche took 20 mins to warm up, arrived too hot and with no utensils. It was one of the most uncomfortable flights I've ever been on.

Fabulous I have no issues with JetStar great service always use them to fly

Flight was as expected - we got what we paid for which was a base fare

Hardly we had overweight and we were asked to pay $75. We were checked by a female and weight was alright

Unaware of charge for carry on until i got to gate

I got what I paid for - flight was clean, staff were friendly

I like that fare is cheap but because there's no amenities whatsoever. You get what you paid for.

There's a reason why fare is cheap, no amenities.

It is what it is - nothing more, nothing less. No entertainment onboard but one kinda knows that when buying a ticket on a no frills airline. I choose Jetstar only because of price.

Plane was delayed both on arrival to Sydney and departure. We boarded the plane while it was in the process of being refuelled, which I am certain is against CASA regulations. Comfort for anyone over 6 foot is non existent.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Queenstown to Melbourne found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
10/4Thu
directJetstar
3h 25mZQN-MEL
$170
10/4Thu
directJetstar
3h 25mZQN-MEL
$172
29/1Wed
directAir New Zealand
3h 35mZQN-MEL
$234
5/2Wed
directVirgin Australia
3h 35mZQN-MEL
$238
30/1Thu
directAir New Zealand
3h 35mZQN-MEL
$245
19/2Wed
directVirgin Australia
3h 35mZQN-MEL
$274
2/3Sun
directQantas Airways
3h 35mZQN-MEL
$285
27/3Thu
directQantas Airways
3h 35mZQN-MEL
$296
10/4Thu
1 stopEmirates
18h 35mZQN-MEL
$333
23/12Mon
1 stopEmirates
14h 05mZQN-MEL
$404

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Last minute flights from Queenstown to Melbourne

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Queenstown to Melbourne that are departing in the next 10 days.
1/12Sun
multi-stopVirgin Australia
8h 45mZQN-MEL
3/12Tue
multi-stopVirgin Australia
6h 15mMEL-ZQN
$782
1/12Sun
multi-stop
7h 45mZQN-MEL
3/12Tue
direct
3h 05mMEL-ZQN
$844
30/11Sat
multi-stopJetstar
23h 00mZQN-MEL
7/12Sat
directJetstar
3h 05mMEL-ZQN
$926
30/11Sat
multi-stopAir New Zealand
11h 40mZQN-MEL
7/12Sat
multi-stopAir New Zealand
23h 40mMEL-ZQN
$1,038
30/11Sat
directJetstar
3h 30mZQN-MEL
7/12Sat
directJetstar
3h 05mMEL-ZQN
$1,057
1/12Sun
directQantas Airways
3h 35mZQN-MEL
3/12Tue
directQantas Airways
3h 05mMEL-ZQN
$1,144
1/12Sun
multi-stopVirgin Australia
7h 45mZQN-MEL
3/12Tue
multi-stopVirgin Australia
17h 05mMEL-ZQN
$1,152
30/11Sat
multi-stopAir New Zealand
11h 40mZQN-MEL
7/12Sat
multi-stopAir New Zealand
14h 15mMEL-ZQN
$1,327
30/11Sat
multi-stopAir New Zealand
20h 35mZQN-MEL
7/12Sat
multi-stopAir New Zealand
15h 40mMEL-ZQN
$1,798

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