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$538+ Cheap flights from California to Queenstown (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 3/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — ZQN
Dec 17 — Dec 241
Wed 12/17
Wed 12/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Queenstown

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Queenstown flight deals. Data was last updated November 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$815
(oojo)

One-way from

$538
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,266
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Cheapest flights from California to Queenstown
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 17, 2025.

This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/3011:15 amSFO - ZQN
2 stops37h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/133:05 pmZQN - SFO
2 stops40h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/16$1,064
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/92:53 pmSAN - ZQN
2 stops24h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/205:30 pmZQN - SAN
2 stops43h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$1,137
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3111:45 pmLAX - ZQN
1 stop36h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/74:30 pmZQN - LAX
2 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/16$1,248
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/21:20 pmSFO - ZQN
2 stops27h 45mAir Canada
Thu 12/113:35 pmZQN - SFO
2 stops39h 59mAir Canada
Deal found 11/16$1,267
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/107:15 amSFO - ZQN
2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/205:30 pmZQN - SFO
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$1,335
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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.
Mon 11/246:00 amSFO - ZQN
2 stops42h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/73:30 pmZQN - SFO
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/15$1,348
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/2210:35 pmLAX - ZQN
2 stops38h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/305:30 pmZQN - LAX
2 stops39h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$1,351
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3011:12 amSAN - ZQN
2 stops30h 08mAir New Zealand
Tue 1/610:35 amZQN - SAN
2 stops29h 09mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/15$1,353
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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.
Thu 11/278:53 pmSFO - ZQN
2 stops51h 12mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/228:25 pmZQN - SFO
1 stop35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/15$1,375
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/229:25 pmLAX - ZQN
1 stop20h 10mQantas Airways
Sun 11/307:00 amZQN - LAX
1 stop26h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/17$1,386
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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.
Thu 11/278:53 pmSFO - ZQN
2 stops51h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/213:30 pmZQN - SFO
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/15$1,390
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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.
Tue 11/258:06 amSFO - ZQN
2 stops39h 59mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/73:30 pmZQN - SFO
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/15$1,393

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 November 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Queenstown that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Queenstown

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Mon 1/19

7:05 pm-10:40 am

2 stops18h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 1/30

11:25 am-10:40 am

2 stops20h 15m

$973

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Wed 1/21

10:26 am-2:00 pm

2 stops30h 34m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 2/4

12:10 pm-7:13 pm

2 stops28h 03m

$976

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Fri 2/13

7:05 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop22h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 3/1

8:25 pm-11:15 am

1 stop35h 50m

$985

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Wed 4/1

9:15 am-11:25 am

2 stops30h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 4/14

3:05 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop16h 00m

$995

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Fri 2/13

10:35 pm-9:50 am

2 stops38h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 3/1

10:35 am-12:00 pm

2 stops22h 25m

$1,005

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Sat 5/9

10:10 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop26h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 5/13

4:20 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops40h 00m

$1,005

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Wed 1/21

8:10 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops19h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 2/4

2:15 pm-11:15 am

1 stop18h 00m

$1,052

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Wed 3/11

11:05 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops26h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 3/22

3:30 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$1,082

San DiegoQueenstown

SAN - ZQN

SANZQN

San Diego

Tue 12/9

2:53 pm-12:45 pm

2 stops24h 52m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 12/20

5:30 pm-3:48 pm

2 stops43h 18m

$1,137

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Fri 1/30

10:05 pm-9:50 am

2 stops38h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 2/8

10:45 am-12:25 pm

2 stops22h 40m

$1,153

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Best time to book a flight from California to Queenstown

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Queenstown (average of $526). Flying from California to Queenstown in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,162). 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 CA to ZQN?

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 November 17, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from California to Queenstown in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 42% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Queenstown. 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 into for flights to Queenstown from California?

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

  • How long is the flight from California to Queenstown?

    Departing from California to Queenstown will take you 18h 35m. The distance between California and Queenstown is about 7100 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qantas Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $646. Air New Zealand flights start at $1,005 while deals on American Airlines start at $1,195 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from California to Queenstown are San Francisco - Queenstown Intl, Los Angeles - Queenstown Intl and San Jose - Queenstown Intl.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California 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.

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Queenstown (average of $526). Flying from California to Queenstown in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,162). 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 3 airlines flying from California to Queenstown

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from California 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 November 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$985Average$1,539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,090Average$1,237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,284Average$1,493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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