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Jul 16 — Jul 231
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Popular in | December |
|---|---|
Cheapest in | November |
Average price | $2,507 |
Round-trip from | $1,323 |
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Wed 9/176:00 pmJFK - ZQN
2 stops28h 30mQantas Airways
Wed 9/243:25 pmZQN - JFK
2 stops31h 07mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/10$1,323
Sat 8/239:55 pmJFK - ZQN
2 stops26h 10mAir New Zealand
Sat 8/301:05 pmZQN - JFK
2 stops22h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/9$1,482
Sun 8/1712:00 pmEWR - ZQN
2 stops29h 50mAir New Zealand
Tue 9/910:35 amZQN - EWR
2 stops29h 09mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/10$1,488
Sun 8/249:55 amLGA - ZQN
2 stops31h 55mAir New Zealand
Tue 9/23:05 pmZQN - LGA
2 stops24h 09mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/9$1,496
Sat 8/233:50 pmEWR - ZQN
2 stops28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/3010:50 amZQN - EWR
2 stops43h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/9$1,514
Sat 11/227:20 pmJFK - ZQN
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/29:20 amZQN - JFK
2 stops27h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/10$1,549
Sun 8/247:28 amLGA - ZQN
3 stops34h 22mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/23:05 pmZQN - LGA
2 stops24h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/10$1,592
Sun 8/246:15 pmEWR - ZQN
2 stops29h 25mAir Canada
Tue 9/26:05 pmZQN - EWR
2 stops45h 16mAir Canada
Deal found 7/10$1,639
Wed 9/173:50 pmLGA - ZQN
3 stops30h 30mAir Canada
Wed 9/243:25 pmZQN - LGA
3 stops44h 34mAir Canada
Deal found 7/10$1,756
Sun 8/1710:30 amJFK - ZQN
3 stops35h 50mAir Canada
Tue 9/92:25 pmZQN - JFK
3 stops59h 22mAir Canada
Deal found 7/9$1,763
Wed 11/128:15 pmJFK - ZQN
3 stops53h 25mSingapore Airlines
Tue 11/187:00 amZQN - JFK
3 stops46h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 7/10$1,903
Sun 8/247:45 amLGA - ZQN
2 stops34h 05mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/3112:10 pmZQN - LGA
2 stops27h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/10$1,941
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Depart
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New YorkQueenstown
JFK - ZQN
JFKZQN
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Wed 9/17
6:00 pm-2:30 pm
2 stops28h 30m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 9/24
3:25 pm-6:32 am
2 stops31h 07m
$1,323
New YorkQueenstown
JFK - ZQN
JFKZQN
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sat 8/23
9:55 pm-4:05 pm
2 stops26h 10m
Queenstown Intl
Sat 8/30
1:05 pm-7:35 pm
2 stops22h 30m
$1,482
NewarkQueenstown
EWR - ZQN
EWRZQN
Newark
Sun 8/17
12:00 pm-9:50 am
2 stops29h 50m
Queenstown Intl
Tue 9/9
10:35 am-11:44 pm
2 stops29h 09m
$1,488
New YorkQueenstown
LGA - ZQN
LGAZQN
New York LaGuardia
Sun 8/24
9:55 am-9:50 am
2 stops31h 55m
Queenstown Intl
Tue 9/2
3:05 pm-11:14 pm
2 stops24h 09m
$1,496
NewarkQueenstown
EWR - ZQN
EWRZQN
Newark
Sat 8/23
3:50 pm-12:20 pm
2 stops28h 30m
Queenstown Intl
Sat 8/30
10:50 am-2:25 pm
2 stops43h 35m
$1,514
New YorkQueenstown
JFK - ZQN
JFKZQN
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sat 11/22
7:20 pm-12:20 pm
1 stop23h 00m
Queenstown Intl
Tue 12/2
9:20 am-7:04 pm
2 stops27h 44m
$1,549
New YorkQueenstown
LGA - ZQN
LGAZQN
New York LaGuardia
Sun 8/24
7:28 am-9:50 am
3 stops34h 22m
Queenstown Intl
Tue 9/2
3:05 pm-11:14 pm
2 stops24h 09m
$1,592
NewarkQueenstown
EWR - ZQN
EWRZQN
Newark
Sun 8/24
6:15 pm-3:40 pm
2 stops29h 25m
Queenstown Intl
Tue 9/2
6:05 pm-11:21 pm
2 stops45h 16m
$1,639
New YorkQueenstown
LGA - ZQN
LGAZQN
New York LaGuardia
Wed 9/17
3:50 pm-2:20 pm
3 stops30h 30m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 9/24
3:25 pm-7:59 pm
3 stops44h 34m
$1,756
New YorkQueenstown
JFK - ZQN
JFKZQN
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sun 8/17
10:30 am-2:20 pm
3 stops35h 50m
Queenstown Intl
Tue 9/9
2:25 pm-9:47 am
3 stops59h 22m
$1,763
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Air Canada
Air Canada Signature Class offers lie-flat seats with massage function on long-haul flights.
Access Maple Leaf Lounges with Business Class tickets for complimentary dining and relaxation.
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Qantas Airways
Qantas premium economy offers larger recliner seats and upgraded meals on long-haul flights.
Qantas business class features lie-flat beds with direct aisle access on long-haul flights.
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United Airlines
United's Polaris Business Class offers lie-flat seats and Saks Fifth Avenue bedding on long-haul flights.
Access Polaris Lounges with United Polaris tickets for exclusive amenities and dining.
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Air New Zealand
Consider the SkyCouch for a flat bed option in economy on long-haul flights.
Upgrade with the OneUp program for a chance at a cheaper cabin upgrade.
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Everything you need to know about your flight to Queenstown
How long is the flight to Queenstown?
On average, a flight from New York to Queenstown takes 27 hours 45 minutes. Flights to Queenstown from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.
What are the most popular airlines that fly to Queenstown?
The most popular airline flying from New York to Queenstown is Air New Zealand.
What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Queenstown?
The cheapest airline flying from New York to Queenstown is Air New Zealand.
Rainfall in Queenstown by month
Plan your trip to Queenstown by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Queenstown ranges from 2.0 - 3.1 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Queenstown when rainfall is around 2.0 in.
Temperature in Queenstown by month
Plan your trip to Queenstown by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Queenstown, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 59.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 37.4 F).
Reviews of airlines servicing Queenstown
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Queenstown. 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 Queenstown. Reviews last updated July 11, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, and Air New Zealand to New Zealand have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.3
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.1
Food
7.8
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayAnonymous,Dec 2024
IAD - DXB
Crew
8.3
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.1
Food
7.8
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayAnonymous,Dec 2024
IAD - DXB
Crew
8.3
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.1
Food
7.8
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayAnonymous,Dec 2024
IAD - DXB
Crew
8.3
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.1
Food
7.8
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayAnonymous,Dec 2024
IAD - DXB
Crew
8.3
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.1
Food
7.8
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayAnonymous,Dec 2024
IAD - DXB
Crew
8.3
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.1
Food
7.8
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayAnonymous,Dec 2024
IAD - DXB
FAQs about flying to Queenstown
Queenstown, New Zealand climate
Queenstown has an Alpine climate. Summer (December to February) temperatures range between 50 and 72 F, winter (June to August) temperatures between 32 and 46 F. The average number of rainy days per month is eight.
Best Time to Fly to Queenstown, New Zealand
Queenstown is a four-season destination. There really is no bad time to visit Queenstown.
June to October is ski season. December to March is summer time, when New Zealanders take their vacations. Summer is also peak season for walking and hiking.
The low-lying river fishing season starts on October 1, and the alpine-river fishing season opens on November 2.
Getting around Queenstown, New Zealand
There are lots of rental-car companies at the airport. The Kiwi Shuttle will deliver you to any address in Queenstown and there’s also Super Shuttle, a door-to-door shared ride service. Taxis and limousines are readily available as well.
Public transport – the Connectabus runs between 6am and 11pm, every 20 minutes.
The Central Business District is compact and ideal for walking. Connectabus offers an extensive route network around the area, up to Sunshine Bay and down to Arrowtown.
Several activity providers offer free shuttles to/from the town center.
During ski season, several shuttle buses run to Coronet Peak, The Remarkables and Cardrona Alpine Resort.
Queenstown, New Zealand Travel Information
• The Winter Festival takes place at the end of June/start of July each year. It’s a week of music and fun, fireworks and a Big Air Invitational.
• Sam Neill’s vineyard highly sought out. If you want a tour we recommend scheduling way in advance. The vineyard is about 2 miles from Clyde and 7 miles from Alexandra. The Pinot Noir is the specialty.
• There are several world-class golf courses within 20 miles of each other including Kelvin Heights, Millbrook and Jacks Point.