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$101+ Cheap flights from Queenstown

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 4/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZQN — AKL
Mar 12 — Mar 191
Thu 3/12
Thu 3/19
1 adult, Economy
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What to know about flights from Queenstown

Discover essential information about flights departing from Queenstown, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Queenstown airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travelers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated February 10, 2026.

Cheapest one-way flight

$72

Cheapest airline

Jetstar

Most popular destination

Auckland Intl (AKL)

Good round-trip deal

$232 or less

Good one-way deal

$105 or less
The cheapest one-way flight from Queenstown Intl is currently to Christchurch.
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On average, Jetstar currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Queenstown Intl (avg. price of $265).
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Auckland Intl (AKL) is currently the most popular flight destination from Queenstown Intl (average round-trip price of $207).
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Queenstown Intl.
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Cheapest flights from Queenstown
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Queenstown. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on February 10, 2026.

This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/311:00 pm
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Mon 4/610:30 am
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 2/8$162
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/247:00 am
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Air New Zealand
Sun 3/112:25 pm
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 2/10$180
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/289:40 am
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 45m
Jetstar
Sun 3/298:15 am
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 2/8$181
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/312:35 pm
ZQN
-
AKL
1 stop6h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/610:30 am
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8$198
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/289:40 am
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 45m
Jetstar
Tue 3/3110:30 am
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 2/9$199
This Air New Zealand deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air New Zealand is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/172:35 pm
ZQN
-
AKL
1 stop6h 05m
Air New Zealand
Sun 3/226:40 am
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 2/10$237
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/284:05 pm
ZQN
-
AKL
1 stop3h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/298:15 am
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8$252
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/284:05 pm
ZQN
-
AKL
1 stop3h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/3110:30 am
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9$258
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/810:45 am
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Sun 3/158:15 am
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 2/8$275
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/810:45 am
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/156:40 am
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8$292
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/268:50 pm
ZQN
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 15m
Jetstar
Sun 3/296:15 am
SYD
-
ZQN
Nonstop2h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 2/10$310
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/65:45 pm
ZQN
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 15m
Jetstar
Sat 6/1311:50 am
SYD
-
ZQN
Nonstop2h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 2/9$311

Find flights from Queenstown within your budget

 
Find flights departing from Queenstown that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on February 10, 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches

Fly to

Auckland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Tue 3/31

1:00 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Auckland Intl

Mon 4/6

10:30 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$162

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Tue 2/24

7:00 am-8:50 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Auckland Intl

Sun 3/1

12:25 pm-2:20 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$180

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Sat 3/28

9:40 am-11:25 am

Nonstop1h 45m

Auckland Intl

Sun 3/29

8:15 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$181

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Tue 3/31

2:35 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Auckland Intl

Mon 4/6

10:30 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$198

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Sat 3/28

9:40 am-11:25 am

Nonstop1h 45m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/31

10:30 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$199

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Tue 3/17

2:35 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Auckland Intl

Sun 3/22

6:40 am-8:35 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$237

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Sat 3/28

4:05 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop3h 55m

Auckland Intl

Sun 3/29

8:15 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$252

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Sat 3/28

4:05 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop3h 55m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/31

10:30 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$258

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Sun 3/8

10:45 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Auckland Intl

Sun 3/15

8:15 am-10:05 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$275

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Sun 3/8

10:45 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Auckland Intl

Sun 3/15

6:40 am-8:35 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$292

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Compare providers for flights from Queenstown

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Queenstown in February
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: Among all the travel providers offering deals on flights from Queenstown, FlightHub has been found to have the most accurate pricing. Users can find the same prices on deals on Cheapflights as FlightHub about >95% of the time. This is based on searches for flights from Queenstown made on Cheapflights over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: In terms of trustworthiness, Cheapflights users rate FlightHub the highest out of those offering flight deals from Queenstown. FlightHub has a user feedback rating of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best) and has received the most positive sentiment from Cheapflights users searching for flights from Queenstown. This info is gathered from Cheapflights searches over the past month.

Best time to book a flight from Queenstown

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Estimated round-trip price
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Travel insights for flights from Queenstown

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Queenstown including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

When is the best time to book a flight from Queenstown?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Queenstown to Auckland. Price data was last updated on February 6, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Queenstown, you should look to book at least 57 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 Queenstown?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown (average of $47). Flying from Queenstown in April will prove the most costly (average of $106). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Queenstown?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Queenstown to Auckland. Price data was last updated on February 7, 2026.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Queenstown would be wise to consider leaving during Sunday at noon when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Thursday at noon when fares are usually the most expensive.

Which airlines fly from Queenstown?

For flights departing from Queenstown check dates and pricing for the following: Jetstar, Air New Zealand. These airlines depart to the following popular destinations: Auckland.

Jetstar
Jetstar
From $100
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From $104
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $776
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia
From $326

What are popular destinations to fly to from Queenstown?

Some of the most frequent flights departing from Queenstown everyday are: Auckland (289 flights per day), Sydney (212 flights per day), and Christchurch (56 flights per day).

Auckland Intl
Auckland Intl
From $86
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sydney Kingsford Smith
From $120
Wellington
Wellington
From $98
Melbourne
Melbourne
From $196

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Queenstown?

The cheapest city to fly to from Queenstown is Christchurch, with prices starting at $72. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Christchurch
Christchurch
From $72
Auckland Intl
Auckland Intl
From $86
Wellington
Wellington
From $98
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sydney Kingsford Smith
From $120

Airline reviews for flights from Queenstown

Read reviews and ratings of airlines operating flights from Queenstown. Gain insights into the quality of service, in-flight amenities, customer experiences, and overall satisfaction to choose the best airline for your Queenstown travel. Please note that the reviews are sourced from user searches and were last updated on February 10, 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand and Jetstar from Queenstown have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
582 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
582 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
582 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
518 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
582 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

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Popular international destinations from Queenstown

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Queenstown. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated February 10, 2026.

  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Queenstown?

    This month, the top selected destinations from Queenstown are Auckland, Melbourne Airport, Manila. Throughout the year, Auckland, Manila, Sydney are some of the top choices made by users flying from Queenstown.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Queenstown to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Queenstown for as low as $72 to Christchurch (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for $447 to fly from Queenstown.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Queenstown to anywhere?

    Over the past few days, we've found that Jetstar, Air New Zealand, and Virgin Australia have the cheapest prices from Queenstown. Jetstar flights from Queenstown to Auckland Intl ($100), Air New Zealand flights from Queenstown to Auckland Intl ($104), and Virgin Australia flights from Queenstown to Brisbane ($326).

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from Queenstown?

    Options for some of the cheapest premium economy flights from Queenstown we have found on Cheapflights are as follows:
    Fly from Queenstown Intl to Sydney starting at $1,357

  • What is the cheapest first class flight from Queenstown?

    If you’re looking for a cheap first-class flight from Queenstown, consider Sydney. Prices start at $1,660 so you can fly first-class even on a budget.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Queenstown?

    July is currently the cheapest month to fly from Queenstown. At this moment in time April is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

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