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$645+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA 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 1/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — ZQN
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Queenstown
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/17:50 pmSFO - ZQN
2 stops23h 25mAir New Zealand
Mon 12/812:10 pmZQN - SFO
1 stop15h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/30$988
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2210:35 amSFO - ZQN
2 stops25h 00mAir New Zealand
Sun 1/118:25 pmZQN - SFO
1 stop35h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/29$1,233
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/287:50 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop26h 50mAir New Zealand
Wed 1/1411:25 amZQN - SFO
2 stops20h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/30$1,262
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Tue 12/237:25 amSFO - ZQN
2 stops29h 25mAir New Zealand
Wed 1/148:25 pmZQN - SFO
1 stop31h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/30$1,292
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/2310:45 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop17h 45mAir New Zealand
Sun 1/116:20 pmZQN - SFO
1 stop37h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/30$1,301
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/286:00 amSFO - ZQN
2 stops30h 50mAir New Zealand
Tue 1/131:05 pmZQN - SFO
2 stops19h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/30$1,342
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/287:50 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop28h 25mAir New Zealand
Mon 1/124:45 pmZQN - SFO
1 stop34h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/30$1,380
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sun 12/287:25 amSFO - ZQN
2 stops33h 05mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/1212:10 pmZQN - SFO
1 stop19h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$1,406
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/227:25 amSFO - ZQN
2 stops31h 55mAir New Zealand
Mon 1/124:45 pmZQN - SFO
1 stop34h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/30$1,410

Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Queenstown

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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$956
(oojo)

One-way from

$645
(Trip.com)

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June
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Queenstown that are best for you.

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Queenstown

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Depart

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Price

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Wed 3/25

10:45 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops21h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 4/15

8:50 am-12:55 pm

2 stops23h 05m

$992

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Mon 3/23

8:50 pm-10:40 am

2 stops17h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 4/14

8:50 am-12:55 pm

2 stops23h 05m

$992

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Tue 3/24

8:50 pm-9:50 am

1 stop17h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 4/14

3:05 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop16h 50m

$1,035

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Sat 3/21

10:45 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops19h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 4/15

3:05 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop16h 50m

$1,042

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Tue 3/24

8:50 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops22h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 4/19

2:15 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop17h 40m

$1,042

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Thu 3/26

8:50 pm-11:25 am

1 stop18h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 4/16

8:50 am-7:00 am

2 stops17h 10m

$1,042

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Tue 3/24

8:50 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop21h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 4/17

3:05 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop16h 50m

$1,042

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Fri 3/20

11:25 pm-9:40 am

1 stop38h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 3/27

8:50 am-6:15 am

1 stop17h 25m

$1,080

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Sun 3/22

11:20 am-1:30 pm

2 stops30h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 4/19

4:30 pm-10:40 am

2 stops37h 10m

$1,089

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Sun 3/22

10:45 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop18h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 4/19

5:20 pm-7:00 am

1 stop32h 40m

$1,092

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from S9N to ZQN?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 October 30, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Salinas to Queenstown in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 80% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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 October 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air New Zealand and United Airlines from Salinas to Queenstown. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
520 reviews

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
520 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
520 reviews

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
520 reviews

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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 Salinas 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 Salinas?

    If you book a flight to Queenstown from Salinas, you will be flying to Queenstown Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Queenstown Intl (ZQN) is located 3.9 mi from the center of Queenstown. There are 0 flights from Salinas to Queenstown Intl per day from 2 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Salinas to Queenstown?

    A quick flight from Salinas to Queenstown can take about 21h 30m. Air New Zealand provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $992. The distance from Salinas to Queenstown is about 7132 mi.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas 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 Salinas to Queenstown

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Salinas 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,095Average$1,484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,284Average$1,493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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