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$1,312+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Queenstown (ZQN)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — ZQN
Jan 28 — Feb 41
Wed 1/28
Wed 2/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Queenstown

Best flights from San Diego to Queenstown
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Queenstown that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 29, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/286:05 pmSAN - ZQN
2 stops47h 10mAir Canada
Wed 3/45:30 pmZQN - SAN
2 stops39h 33mAir Canada
Deal found 12/28$1,312
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/163:12 pmSAN - ZQN
2 stops24h 33mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/2610:45 amZQN - SAN
3 stops28h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/29$1,376
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Thu 2/269:54 amSAN - ZQN
2 stops26h 56mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/23:05 pmZQN - SAN
2 stops29h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/26$1,392
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/166:05 pmSAN - ZQN
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/2610:35 amZQN - SAN
2 stops22h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/29$1,495
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/169:10 amSAN - ZQN
3 stops56h 05mQatar Airways
Mon 1/263:05 pmZQN - SAN
3 stops52h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/29$8,028

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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$907
(Air Canada)
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Queenstown Intl flight deals.
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 December 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Queenstown that are best for you.

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San Diego

Fly to

Queenstown

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoQueenstown

SAN - ZQN

SANZQN

San Diego

Sat 2/28

6:05 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops47h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 3/4

5:30 pm-12:03 pm

2 stops39h 33m

$1,312

San DiegoQueenstown

SAN - ZQN

SANZQN

San Diego

Fri 1/16

3:12 pm-12:45 pm

2 stops24h 33m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 1/26

10:45 am-6:31 pm

3 stops28h 46m

$1,376

San DiegoQueenstown

SAN - ZQN

SANZQN

San Diego

Thu 2/26

9:54 am-9:50 am

2 stops26h 56m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 3/2

3:05 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops29h 35m

$1,392

San DiegoQueenstown

SAN - ZQN

SANZQN

San Diego

Fri 1/16

6:05 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 1/26

10:35 am-12:03 pm

2 stops22h 28m

$1,495

San DiegoQueenstown

SAN - ZQN

SANZQN

San Diego

Fri 1/16

9:10 am-2:15 pm

3 stops56h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 1/26

3:05 pm-10:50 pm

3 stops52h 45m

$8,028

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Deals found on 12/28

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Queenstown in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Queenstown flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Queenstown flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Queenstown flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Queenstown flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Queenstown flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Queenstown

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Queenstown

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 December 29, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Diego to Queenstown at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 26% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 December 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Queenstown, such as Air New Zealand. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
562 reviews

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
562 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
562 reviews

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Queenstown. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Queenstown?

    A quick flight from San Diego to Queenstown can take about 24h 33m. Air Canada provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,376. The distance between San Diego and Queenstown is about 7088 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Diego to Queenstown round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,050, Air New Zealand will fly you from San Diego to Queenstown and back. In addition to Air New Zealand, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Queenstown?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Queenstown

Discover the top airline that operate flights from San Diego 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 December 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,050Average$1,499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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