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$616+ 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 3/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — ZQN
Dec 3 — Dec 101
Wed 12/3
Wed 12/10
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 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$842
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$616
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,273
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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 3, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Thu 12/410:45 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop21h 50mAir New Zealand
Thu 12/1110:35 amZQN - SFO
1 stop17h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/3$970
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Thu 12/410:45 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop21h 50mAir New Zealand
Wed 12/108:25 pmZQN - SFO
1 stop31h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/3$995
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 12/610:45 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop18h 35mAir New Zealand
Sun 12/148:25 pmZQN - SFO
1 stop35h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/1$1,065
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/318:10 pmLAX - ZQN
2 stops19h 10mAir New Zealand
Sun 1/116:20 pmZQN - LAX
1 stop37h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/2$1,083
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/297:05 pmLAX - ZQN
1 stop16h 30mAir New Zealand
Tue 1/133:05 pmZQN - LAX
1 stop16h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/2$1,112
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Wed 12/317:50 pmSFO - ZQN
2 stops22h 30mAir New Zealand
Sun 1/114:45 pmZQN - SFO
2 stops39h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/2$1,146
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/287:05 pmLAX - ZQN
1 stop16h 30mAir New Zealand
Sun 1/116:20 pmZQN - LAX
1 stop37h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/2$1,162
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3111:25 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop35h 55mAir New Zealand
Tue 1/134:05 pmZQN - SFO
1 stop16h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/2$1,172
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/297:50 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop17h 00mAir New Zealand
Mon 1/121:05 pmZQN - SFO
1 stop19h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/2$1,178
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/59:25 pmLAX - ZQN
1 stop20h 10mQantas Airways
Wed 11/194:30 pmZQN - LAX
1 stop19h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/2$1,185
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/1510:25 amMRY - ZQN
2 stops30h 05mAir New Zealand
Sat 11/223:05 pmZQN - MRY
2 stops27h 32mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/2$1,278
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Mon 12/13:30 pmRNO - ZQN
2 stops21h 20mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/1112:10 pmZQN - RNO
2 stops18h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,290

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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 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Queenstown that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Queenstown

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Thu 3/5

8:10 pm-11:25 am

1 stop18h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 3/14

6:20 pm-11:40 am

1 stop37h 20m

$842

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Wed 3/4

8:10 pm-9:50 am

1 stop16h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 3/13

3:05 pm-11:40 am

1 stop16h 35m

$842

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Mon 1/19

7:05 pm-10:40 am

2 stops18h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 1/30

1:05 pm-11:15 am

2 stops19h 10m

$861

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Sat 3/28

9:10 pm-9:50 am

1 stop16h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 4/5

4:05 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops40h 15m

$998

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Sat 4/18

10:10 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop23h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 4/26

12:10 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$1,012

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Sun 1/18

7:50 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops19h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 1/31

10:50 am-11:05 am

2 stops21h 15m

$1,082

Santa AnaQueenstown

SNA - ZQN

SNAZQN

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/1

9:45 am-9:50 am

2 stops28h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 4/14

10:35 am-8:19 pm

2 stops28h 44m

$1,208

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Sat 2/28

12:43 am-1:30 pm

2 stops39h 47m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 3/8

8:50 am-7:25 am

2 stops43h 35m

$1,212

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Wed 2/25

9:25 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 3/15

7:00 am-3:30 pm

2 stops28h 30m

$1,255

MontereyQueenstown

MRY - ZQN

MRYZQN

Monterey Regional

Sat 2/14

7:00 am-9:50 am

2 stops29h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 2/20

8:25 pm-5:41 pm

2 stops42h 16m

$1,255

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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 $527). Flying from California to Queenstown in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,186). 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 3, 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.

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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 15m. 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 Air New Zealand, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $733. United Airlines flights start at $1,094 while deals on American Airlines start at $1,197 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 Diego - 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 $527). Flying from California to Queenstown in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,186). 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 3, 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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