$791 Find Cheap Flights from the United States to Queenstown

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight to Queenstown departing on 10/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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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
$1,402
Overall average: $2,235
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/3Thu 12/3
LAX - ZQN • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$791
Typical prices: $1,001-$1,701
Air Canada
Tue 10/3
LAX - ZQN • 2 stops
When to travel
April
Cheapest • 14% price drop
March
Most popular
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Cheap Flights from the United States to Queenstown

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from the United States 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from the United States to Queenstown

Sun, 1 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:10 - 15:20
LAX
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ZQN
24h 10m2 stops
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14:15 - 11:48
ZQN
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LAX
41h 33m2 stops
$1,402Multiple Airlines
Wed, 28 Jan - Sat, 7 Feb
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23:45 - 09:00
LAX
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ZQN
36h 15m1 stop
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17:30 - 07:00
ZQN
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LAX
34h 30m1 stop
$1,583Multiple Airlines
Wed, 1 Apr - Tue, 14 Apr
Air New Zealand Logo
21:10 - 15:20
LAX
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ZQN
22h 10m2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
14:35 - 13:20
ZQN
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LAX
17h 45m2 stops
$1,587Air New Zealand
Wed, 1 Apr - Tue, 14 Apr
Air New Zealand Logo
21:10 - 11:10
LAX
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ZQN
18h 00m2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
15:05 - 13:20
ZQN
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LAX
17h 15m1 stop
$1,594Air New Zealand
Sat, 7 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar
American Airlines Logo
11:38 - 10:05
ORD
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ZQN
27h 27m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
07:00 - 16:36
ZQN
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ORD
27h 36m2 stops
$1,844American Airlines
Fri, 27 Mar - Thu, 16 Apr
Air Canada Logo
15:40 - 16:40
SEA
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ZQN
29h 00m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
16:30 - 09:33
ZQN
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SEA
36h 03m2 stops
$2,005Air Canada
Wed, 28 Jan - Sat, 7 Feb
American Airlines Logo
12:16 - 12:45
BOS
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ZQN
30h 29m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
07:00 - 17:56
ZQN
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BOS
28h 56m2 stops
$2,104American Airlines
Mon, 2 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar
United Airlines Logo
13:50 - 09:50
ONT
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ZQN
23h 00m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
15:05 - 22:57
ZQN
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ONT
27h 52m2 stops
$2,141United Airlines
Sat, 28 Feb - Wed, 4 Mar
Air Canada Logo
05:50 - 14:15
SEA
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ZQN
59h 25m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
17:30 - 09:31
ZQN
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SEA
37h 01m2 stops
$2,278Air Canada
Sat, 21 Feb - Sat, 28 Feb
United Airlines Logo
13:53 - 09:50
ONT
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ZQN
46h 57m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
15:35 - 17:41
ZQN
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ONT
47h 06m2 stops
$2,301United Airlines
Booking Insights

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 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 August, where tickets cost $2,018 on average for one-way flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and September, where the average cost of tickets from the United States is $5,347 and $4,141 respectively. For return trips, the best month to travel is April with an average price of $1,950.

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Low seasonMay
Cheapest flight$791
Best time to beat the crowds (9% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
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FAQs - booking Queenstown flights

  • What is the best way to reach downtown Queenstown from the airport?

    You can take either a bus or taxi to reach downtown Queenstown. The Orbus runs from the airport to central Queenstown every 15min, and with a Bee Card, the trip only costs $2 ($10 without). The trip will take about 20min, and buses run from 6 am to midnight. Taxis are also available at Queenstown Airport; they will be faster but also more expensive.

  • Are there lounges available in Queenstown Airport?

    There are two lounges in Queenstown Airport, though only one has a “pay-in” option. The Manaia Lounge offers a business center, dining area, and TVs; it is available for many different club members but can also be accessed for $55 per adult passenger. The Air New Zealand Lounge is available only for Koru members and Star Alliance Gold members.

  • Are there on-site hotels at Queenstown Airport?

    There are no on-site hotels, and since the airport closes between 10:30 pm and 5:00 am, you will need to find a hotel off-site. Luckily, many nearby hotels offer shuttles to the airport. The Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa and the Ramada Suites are both half a mile from the airport and can be booked through KAYAK.

  • What are the car rental options at Queenstown Airport?

    Queenstown Airport has eight rental car companies with service desks located in the terminal building: Avis, Budget, Europcar, Thrifty, SIXT, Enterprise, Ezi Car Rental, and Hertz. If you plan on renting a car, remember that in New Zealand, you drive on the left side of the road.

  • How far is Queenstown Intl Airport from central Queenstown?

    You’ll need to travel 6 km to reach the Queenstown city centre from Queenstown Intl Airport.

  • What is the name of Queenstown’s airport?

    When flying to Queenstown, you'll arrive at Queenstown Intl Airport (ZQN). The airport is also known as Frankton, Queenstown, or Queenstown Intl.

  • 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.

  • How many direct flights to Queenstown are there each week?

    Each week there are around 134 direct flights from within United States to Queenstown. The most common day for departures is Friday, with 15% of flights taking off on this day.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Queenstown

  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Queenstown flight deals.
  • Luggage storage is available in the Queenstown Airport (ZQN). Lockers are outside the terminal, near check-in. Locker sizes range from small to jumbo, but if your belongings don’t fit in a locker, you can also visit the airport information desk to store your larger luggage. Prices vary based on the locker’s size.
  • Queenstown Airport includes three meeting rooms that can be rented on a half-day or full-day basis. Room capacity ranges from three to twenty-five people, so you can hold a variety of meetings without ever having to leave the airport.
  • While Queenstown Airport provides free Wi-Fi up to 2GB daily, if you have a long layover, you may want to access the Internet lounge, available next to International Arrivals. You can purchase internet time at the information desk for the price of $2 per 15min.
  • Queenstown Airport has a robust shuttle system service. Five shuttles can connect you with Wanaka, Wakatipu, Glenorchy, and your own accommodation in either shared or private shuttles.
  • For travelers with young children, the Queenstown Airport offers two Parents Rooms, which include changing tables, microwaves, and toys. One is located by International Arrivals, and you’ll find another post-security at the international gate lounge.
  • While Queenstown Airport offers flights to Australia, including Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane, the most popular destination from this airport is Auckland (AKL), with over 250 flights per month.
  • Queenstown Airport serves the southwestern side of New Zealand, and is a good option to fly into if you will be visiting Mount Aspiring National Park or other small towns in the area, including Cromwell, Wanaka, and Omarama.

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