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$674+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) 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 7/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — ZQN
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Queenstown

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,058
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$674
(EaseMyTrip)
From Raleigh-Durham to Queenstown Intl
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Queenstown
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 12/16:55 amRDU - ZQN
2 stops39h 20mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/1110:45 amZQN - RDU
2 stops24h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,058
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Wed 9/36:10 pmRDU - ZQN
2 stops35h 05mQantas Airways
Wed 9/177:05 amZQN - RDU
2 stops30h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/12$1,174
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 12/56:40 pmRDU - ZQN
2 stops25h 20mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/143:05 pmZQN - RDU
2 stops43h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,195
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sat 11/18:45 amRDU - ZQN
2 stops32h 05mAir New Zealand
Sat 11/223:05 pmZQN - RDU
2 stops24h 49mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/11$1,246
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/275:57 pmRDU - ZQN
3 stops46h 28mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/37:00 amZQN - RDU
3 stops63h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,529
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Wed 9/37:00 amRDU - ZQN
3 stops39h 20mAir Canada
Wed 9/173:25 pmZQN - RDU
3 stops59h 13mAir Canada
Deal found 6/10$2,091
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/245:35 pmRDU - ZQN
3 stops52h 10mQatar Airways
Thu 7/316:05 pmZQN - RDU
3 stops54h 19mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/12$3,540

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Queenstown that are best for you.

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Raleigh

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Price

RaleighQueenstown

RDU - ZQN

RDUZQN

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 12/1

6:55 am-4:15 pm

2 stops39h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 12/11

10:45 am-4:58 pm

2 stops24h 13m

$1,058

RaleighQueenstown

RDU - ZQN

RDUZQN

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 9/3

6:10 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops35h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 9/17

7:05 am-9:35 pm

2 stops30h 30m

$1,174

RaleighQueenstown

RDU - ZQN

RDUZQN

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 12/5

6:40 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops25h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 12/14

3:05 pm-4:56 pm

2 stops43h 51m

$1,195

RaleighQueenstown

RDU - ZQN

RDUZQN

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 11/1

8:45 am-9:50 am

2 stops32h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 11/22

3:05 pm-9:54 pm

2 stops24h 49m

$1,246

RaleighQueenstown

RDU - ZQN

RDUZQN

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 7/27

5:57 pm-8:25 am

3 stops46h 28m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 8/3

7:00 am-6:53 am

3 stops63h 53m

$1,529

RaleighQueenstown

RDU - ZQN

RDUZQN

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 9/3

7:00 am-2:20 pm

3 stops39h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 9/17

3:25 pm-10:38 am

3 stops59h 13m

$2,091

RaleighQueenstown

RDU - ZQN

RDUZQN

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 7/24

5:35 pm-1:45 pm

3 stops52h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 7/31

6:05 pm-8:24 am

3 stops54h 19m

$3,540

RaleighQueenstown

RDU - ZQN

RDUZQN

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 7/27

7:00 am-9:15 pm

2 stops46h 15m

$674

RaleighQueenstown

RDU - ZQN

RDUZQN

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 7/25

5:00 pm-9:50 am

2 stops24h 50m

$1,506

RaleighQueenstown

RDU - ZQN

RDUZQN

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 7/26

6:00 am-11:25 am

3 stops37h 25m

$1,605

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 6/12

Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Queenstown

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from RDU to ZQN?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 June 12, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 9% on flights from Raleigh to Queenstown by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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 June 12, 2025.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
483 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
483 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
483 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
854 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
483 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
483 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
483 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
483 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.

Related info for your journey

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

    Currently priced at $1,058, American Airlines will fly you from Raleigh to Queenstown and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qantas Airways and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,174 and $1,195, respectively.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qantas Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $674. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air New Zealand and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Raleigh to Queenstown for a low price.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Raleigh 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 airline flying from Raleigh to Queenstown

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Raleigh 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,220Average$1,624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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