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$52+ Cheap flights from Queenstown to Auckland (ZQN - AKL)

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 7/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZQN — AKL
Aug 21 — Aug 281
Fri 8/21
Fri 8/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Queenstown Intl to Auckland Intl are usually found in May or October, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Queenstown to Auckland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Queenstown to Auckland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 22, 2026.

This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 8/19:45 am
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Tue 8/43:00 pm
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/18$104
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 8/19:45 am
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Mon 8/33:00 pm
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/20$108
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/81:00 pm
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Thu 9/1010:30 am
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/21$109
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Thu 7/301:00 pm
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Sun 8/23:00 pm
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/17$116
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/510:50 am
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Wed 8/1210:30 am
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/20$118
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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.
Fri 7/3110:50 am
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Mon 8/33:00 pm
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/18$122
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 9/510:50 am
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Sat 9/123:00 pm
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/22$123

Find flight deals from Queenstown to Auckland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Queenstown (ZQN) to Auckland (AKL). 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 July 22, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$104
(Jetstar)

One-way from

$52
(Jetstar)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$180

Good round-trip deal

$167 or less

Good one-way deal

$78 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 28% potential increase in price ($65 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Queenstown to Auckland 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 22, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Queenstown to Auckland that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip
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QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Sat 8/1

9:45 am-11:35 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Auckland Intl

Tue 8/4

3:00 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$104

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Thu 9/10

1:00 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Auckland Intl

Mon 9/14

8:15 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$105

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Sat 8/1

9:45 am-11:35 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Auckland Intl

Mon 8/3

3:00 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$108

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 8/5

10:50 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Auckland Intl

Wed 8/12

10:30 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$118

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Sat 9/5

10:50 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Auckland Intl

Sat 9/12

3:00 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$124

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Fri 8/21

10:50 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Auckland Intl

Fri 8/28

3:00 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$128

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Tue 9/1

10:50 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Auckland Intl

Fri 9/4

3:00 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$128

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Tue 9/1

10:50 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Auckland Intl

Tue 9/8

8:15 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$128

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Tue 8/18

10:50 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Auckland Intl

Tue 8/25

3:00 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$140
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Thu 9/17

10:50 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$57

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Compare providers for flights from Queenstown to Auckland

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 to Auckland in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice 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: When it comes to deals on Queenstown-Auckland flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Queenstown-Auckland flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Queenstown-Auckland flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Queenstown-Auckland flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Queenstown-Auckland flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Queenstown to Auckland

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Auckland from Queenstown with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Queenstown to Auckland?

Booking 78 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Queenstown to Auckland. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Queenstown to Auckland?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Auckland (average of $110). Flying from Queenstown to Auckland in February is currently the most expensive (average of $253). 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 ZQN to AKL?

Find hourly flight availability from Queenstown to Auckland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 22, 2026.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 56% on flights from Queenstown to Auckland by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Queenstown to Auckland?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Queenstown to Auckland. Price data was last updated on July 18, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Queenstown to Auckland flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Queenstown to Auckland?

Reviews of airlines servicing Auckland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Auckland. 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 Auckland. Reviews last updated July 22, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air New Zealand and Jetstar from Queenstown to Auckland. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
654 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
654 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
654 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
557 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
654 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Queenstown to Auckland. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Queenstown to Auckland?

    Auckland Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Auckland from Queenstown Intl. Booking flights from Queenstown Intl (ZQN) to Auckland Intl (AKL) should be relatively easy as there are 38 daily flights to Auckland from 2 different airlines. 1h 50m is how long a flight from Queenstown to Auckland Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Queenstown to Auckland flight route?

    This flight path from Queenstown Intl to Auckland Intl was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Queenstown to Auckland?

    Departing from Queenstown to Auckland will take you 1h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 636 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Queenstown to Auckland round-trip?

    Jetstar, at $105, was found to be the cheapest airline from Queenstown to Auckland. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Air New Zealand. You may be able to fly from Queenstown to Auckland for 35% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Queenstown to Auckland?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Queenstown to Auckland consider choosing ANA (97%), Turkish Airlines (89%) or EVA Air (88%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Queenstown to Auckland?

    While on average a flight from Queenstown to Auckland is generally $1,333, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $51. When looking at the most popular route, (Queenstown Intl - Auckland Intl), you can expect to pay $189 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Queenstown to Auckland that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Queenstown to Auckland flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Queenstown to Auckland?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Queenstown to Auckland.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Queenstown to Auckland?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Queenstown to Auckland 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 Queenstown to Auckland?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Auckland (average of $110). Flying from Queenstown to Auckland in February is currently the most expensive (average of $253). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Queenstown to Auckland

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Queenstown to Auckland. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 22, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$105Average$186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$126Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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