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$514+ Cheap flights from Queenstown (ZQN) to California

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 3/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZQN — LAX
Jan 27 — Feb 31
Tue 1/27
Tue 2/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Queenstown to California

Best flights from Queenstown to California
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Queenstown to California that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 28, 2025.

This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/197:00 amZQN - LAX
1 stop26h 30mQantas Airways
Sun 2/2210:50 pmLAX - ZQN
1 stop25h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/25$1,033
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/134:05 pmZQN - SFO
3 stops43h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/176:52 pmSFO - ZQN
3 stops40h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/26$1,079
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/197:00 amZQN - LAX
1 stop26h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sun 2/228:44 amLAX - ZQN
2 stops39h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/25$1,085
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/1011:25 amZQN - LAX
2 stops20h 50mAir New Zealand
Tue 2/177:05 pmLAX - ZQN
2 stops20h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/27$1,161
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/107:00 amZQN - LAX
1 stop26h 30mQantas Airways
Tue 2/179:25 pmLAX - ZQN
1 stop26h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/27$1,170
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/132:35 pmZQN - SFO
2 stops17h 30mAir New Zealand
Tue 2/177:50 pmSFO - ZQN
2 stops17h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/26$1,225
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/187:00 amZQN - SFO
2 stops31h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sun 2/2211:05 amSFO - ZQN
2 stops37h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/26$1,230
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/133:30 pmZQN - SFO
1 stop21h 25mQantas Airways
Tue 2/178:30 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop21h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/26$1,230
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/234:30 pmZQN - SFO
2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/307:00 pmSFO - ZQN
3 stops27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/26$1,363
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/232:35 pmZQN - SFO
2 stops17h 30mAir New Zealand
Fri 1/3010:45 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop23h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/26$1,250
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/234:30 pmZQN - SFO
2 stops23h 00mQantas Airways
Fri 1/307:01 pmSFO - ZQN
2 stops23h 34mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/26$1,267
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/187:00 amZQN - RNO
2 stops48h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sun 2/226:00 amRNO - ZQN
2 stops33h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/26$1,414
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/187:00 amZQN - SFO
2 stops32h 42mQantas Airways
Sun 2/228:30 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop21h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/26$1,281
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/105:30 pmZQN - LAX
3 stops40h 54mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/176:10 pmLAX - ZQN
3 stops45h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/27$1,794
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/183:05 pmZQN - RNO
2 stops27h 34mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/229:06 amRNO - ZQN
3 stops31h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/25$5,012

Find flight deals from Queenstown to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Queenstown to California flight deals. Data was last updated December 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,033
(Qantas Airways)

One-way from

$514
(FlightHub)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,052
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Queenstown to California 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 December 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Queenstown to California that are best for you.

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QueenstownLos Angeles

ZQN - LAX

ZQNLAX

Queenstown Intl

Thu 2/19

7:00 am-12:30 pm

1 stop26h 30m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/22

10:50 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop25h 15m

$1,033

QueenstownSan Francisco

ZQN - SFO

ZQNSFO

Queenstown Intl

Fri 2/13

4:05 pm-2:55 pm

3 stops43h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 2/17

6:52 pm-8:20 am

3 stops40h 28m

$1,079

QueenstownLos Angeles

ZQN - LAX

ZQNLAX

Queenstown Intl

Thu 2/19

7:00 am-12:30 pm

1 stop26h 30m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/22

8:44 am-9:05 pm

2 stops39h 21m

$1,085

QueenstownLos Angeles

ZQN - LAX

ZQNLAX

Queenstown Intl

Tue 2/10

11:25 am-11:15 am

2 stops20h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/17

7:05 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops20h 15m

$1,161

QueenstownLos Angeles

ZQN - LAX

ZQNLAX

Queenstown Intl

Tue 2/10

7:00 am-12:30 pm

1 stop26h 30m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/17

9:25 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop26h 40m

$1,170

QueenstownSan Francisco

ZQN - SFO

ZQNSFO

Queenstown Intl

Fri 2/13

2:35 pm-11:05 am

2 stops17h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 2/17

7:50 pm-10:40 am

2 stops17h 50m

$1,225

QueenstownSan Francisco

ZQN - SFO

ZQNSFO

Queenstown Intl

Wed 2/18

7:00 am-5:47 pm

2 stops31h 47m

San Francisco

Sun 2/22

11:05 am-9:05 pm

2 stops37h 00m

$1,230

QueenstownSan Francisco

ZQN - SFO

ZQNSFO

Queenstown Intl

Fri 2/13

3:30 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop21h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 2/17

8:30 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop21h 05m

$1,230

QueenstownSan Francisco

ZQN - SFO

ZQNSFO

Queenstown Intl

Fri 1/23

2:35 pm-11:05 am

2 stops17h 30m

San Francisco

Fri 1/30

10:45 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop23h 55m

$1,250

QueenstownSan Francisco

ZQN - SFO

ZQNSFO

Queenstown Intl

Fri 1/23

4:30 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops23h 00m

San Francisco

Fri 1/30

7:01 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops23h 34m

$1,267

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to California (average of $593). Flying from Queenstown to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,108). 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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Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Queenstown to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Queenstown to California?

    Queenstown Intl (ZQN), located 3.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Queenstown to California.

  • How long is the flight from Queenstown to California?

    There are many flights that can get you from Queenstown to California in 20h 50m. Fly via Qantas Airways, American Airlines, or Air New Zealand to get the fastest option. Queenstown and California are separated by a distance of 7100 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Queenstown to California?

    The most popular route from Queenstown to California is Queenstown Intl - San Francisco. You may also consider Queenstown Intl - Los Angeles or Queenstown Intl - Reno.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to California (average of $593). Flying from Queenstown to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,108). 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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