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$512+ 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 10/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZQN — LAX
Jul 23 — Jul 301
Wed 7/23
Wed 7/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Queenstown to California

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Round-trip from

$1,190
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$512
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$1,208
From Queenstown Intl to California
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Queenstown to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Queenstown to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 18, 2025.

This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/318:25 pmZQN - LAX
1 stop35h 55mAir New Zealand
Sun 9/79:10 pmLAX - ZQN
2 stops20h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/17$1,190
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/197:05 amZQN - LAX
2 stops40h 58mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/2311:50 pmLAX - ZQN
1 stop39h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/17$1,298
This Qantas Airways 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/197:05 amZQN - LAX
1 stop26h 20mQantas Airways
Wed 7/2310:55 pmLAX - ZQN
1 stop27h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/17$1,419
This Air New Zealand 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 Air New Zealand is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/267:00 amZQN - RNO
2 stops30h 10mAir New Zealand
Sat 8/306:30 amRNO - ZQN
2 stops42h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/17$1,428
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/263:05 pmZQN - RNO
3 stops43h 03mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/3010:36 amRNO - ZQN
2 stops28h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/17$1,492
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/313:25 pmZQN - LAX
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/61:25 amLAX - ZQN
2 stops44h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/17$1,580
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/314:30 pmZQN - LAX
3 stops41h 28mAir Canada
Sun 9/710:54 amLAX - ZQN
2 stops35h 16mAir Canada
Deal found 7/17$2,181
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/183:05 pmZQN - LAX
2 stops23h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/237:50 pmLAX - ZQN
2 stops23h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/17$6,000

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Queenstown to California that are best for you.

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Queenstown

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

QueenstownLos Angeles

ZQN - LAX

ZQNLAX

Queenstown Intl

Sun 8/31

8:25 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop35h 55m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/7

9:10 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops20h 10m

$1,190

QueenstownReno

ZQN - RNO

ZQNRNO

Queenstown Intl

Tue 8/26

7:00 am-6:10 pm

2 stops30h 10m

Reno

Sat 8/30

6:30 am-7:40 pm

2 stops42h 10m

$1,428

QueenstownReno

ZQN - RNO

ZQNRNO

Queenstown Intl

Tue 8/26

3:05 pm-3:08 pm

3 stops43h 03m

Reno

Sat 8/30

10:36 am-9:50 am

2 stops28h 14m

$1,492

QueenstownLos Angeles

ZQN - LAX

ZQNLAX

Queenstown Intl

Sun 8/31

3:25 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop18h 00m

Los Angeles

Sat 9/6

1:25 am-4:35 pm

2 stops44h 10m

$1,580

QueenstownLos Angeles

ZQN - LAX

ZQNLAX

Queenstown Intl

Sun 8/31

4:30 pm-2:58 pm

3 stops41h 28m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/7

10:54 am-5:10 pm

2 stops35h 16m

$2,181

QueenstownLos Angeles

ZQN - LAX

ZQNLAX

Queenstown Intl

Thu 10/23

8:50 pm-12:01 am

3 stops47h 11m

$512

QueenstownLos Angeles

ZQN - LAX

ZQNLAX

Queenstown Intl

Mon 10/27

4:30 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$532

QueenstownLos Angeles

ZQN - LAX

ZQNLAX

Queenstown Intl

Thu 10/23

12:10 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$540

QueenstownLos Angeles

ZQN - LAX

ZQNLAX

Queenstown Intl

Mon 10/27

10:35 am-12:15 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$583

QueenstownSan Francisco

ZQN - SFO

ZQNSFO

Queenstown Intl

Tue 1/6

3:30 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$712

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Deals found on 7/16

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to California (average of $246). Flying from Queenstown to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Queenstown to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 18, 2025.

When flying from Queenstown to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated July 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Air New Zealand, and Qantas Airways from Queenstown to California to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,327 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,327 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,327 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
496 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,327 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
879 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,327 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,605 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,327 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,864 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,327 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Queenstown to California one-way?

    $532 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qantas Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air New Zealand and United Airlines, with prices starting from $540 and $583, respectively.

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

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

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to California (average of $246). Flying from Queenstown to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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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