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$48+ Cheap flights from Auckland to Queenstown (AKL - ZQN)

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 8/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — ZQN
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Auckland Intl to Queenstown Intl are usually found in June or May, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Queenstown

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) to Queenstown (ZQN). 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 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$97
(Jetstar)

One-way from

$48
(Jetstar)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$148

Good round-trip deal

$160 or less

Good one-way deal

$72 or less
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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Queenstown
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 9/28:15 amAKL - ZQN
Nonstop1h 55mJetstar
Tue 9/94:50 pmZQN - AKL
Nonstop1h 50mJetstar
Deal found 7/28$97
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/17:05 amAKL - ZQN
Nonstop1h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/27:00 amZQN - AKL
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$120
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/285:45 pmAKL - ZQN
Nonstop1h 55mAir New Zealand
Tue 10/78:25 pmZQN - AKL
Nonstop1h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/29$136

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Auckland to Queenstown 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 29, 2025.
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Auckland

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Queenstown

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Depart

Return

Price

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Tue 9/2

8:15 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 9/9

4:50 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$97

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Sat 11/1

7:05 am-9:00 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 11/2

7:00 am-8:50 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$120

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Sun 9/28

5:45 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 10/7

8:25 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$136

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Sat 8/30

2:20 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$48

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Sun 9/28

5:45 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$67

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Fri 9/12

7:50 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop19h 50m

$100

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Deals found on 7/28

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Auckland to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Auckland to Queenstown, you should look to book at least 73 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 time of day to fly from AKL to ZQN?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland to Queenstown. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 30% on flights from Auckland to Queenstown by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Auckland to Queenstown

Explore weekly flight availability from Auckland to Queenstown. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

The most flights from AKL to ZQN are scheduled on a Monday (50 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (27 on average).

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

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 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand and Jetstar from Auckland to Queenstown 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
502 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
502 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
502 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
459 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
502 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Auckland to Queenstown. 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 Auckland to Queenstown?

    Queenstown Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Queenstown from Auckland Intl. Booking flights from Auckland Intl (AKL) to Queenstown Intl (ZQN) should be relatively easy as there are 39 daily flights to Queenstown from 2 different airlines. 1h 55m is how long a flight from Auckland to Queenstown Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Auckland to Queenstown flight route?

    This flight path from Auckland Intl to Queenstown Intl was viewed by 53 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    According to our current data, Jetstar ($97), and Air New Zealand ($136) offers the cheapest pricing from Auckland to Queenstown. You may be able to fly from Auckland to Queenstown for 42% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    Before booking your flight to Queenstown from Auckland, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: United Airlines (91%), Virgin Atlantic (86%), EVA Air( 81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Auckland to Queenstown?

    On average you can expect to pay $145 for a flight from Auckland to Queenstown. The cheapest flight overall is $57 while the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - Queenstown Intl) is currently priced at $78.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland to Queenstown by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Auckland to Queenstown

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Auckland to Queenstown. 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 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$91Average$182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$144Average$273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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