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$173+ Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) 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 2/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ZQN
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl are usually found in May or June, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Queenstown

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$305
(Virgin Australia)

One-way from

$173
(Jetstar)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$364

Good round-trip deal

$355 or less

Good one-way deal

$221 or less
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Queenstown
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/172:50 pmMEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Wed 9/2412:10 pmZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 9/15$333
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/122:50 pmMEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Sun 10/1912:10 pmZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 9/17$334
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/102:50 pmMEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Sun 10/1912:10 pmZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 9/16$346
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/172:50 pmMEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Fri 9/1912:10 pmZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 9/15$359
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/151:50 pmMEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mVirgin Australia
Mon 12/227:50 pmZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/16$367
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/82:50 pmMEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Wed 10/2912:10 pmZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 9/17$374
This Air New Zealand deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 New Zealand is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/216:50 pmMEL - ZQN
1 stop11h 05mAir New Zealand
Sun 11/233:25 pmZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/16$376
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/142:50 pmMEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Fri 12/1912:10 pmZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 9/15$379
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/122:50 pmMEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Fri 12/1912:10 pmZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 9/16$380
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/76:00 amMEL - ZQN
1 stop6h 15mVirgin Australia
Wed 12/177:50 pmZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/15$383
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/186:00 amMEL - ZQN
1 stop8h 40mVirgin Australia
Fri 12/267:50 pmZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/15$390

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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

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Melbourne

Fly to

Queenstown

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Thu 2/19

8:00 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 2/24

2:00 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$305

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Wed 2/4

8:00 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 2/8

2:00 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$305

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Wed 2/4

2:50 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 2/11

12:10 pm-1:35 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$307

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Fri 2/6

8:00 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 2/14

2:00 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$312

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Wed 2/4

8:00 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 2/14

2:00 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$312

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sat 2/7

8:00 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 2/17

2:00 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$333

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sun 2/8

8:00 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 2/12

2:00 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$340

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sat 2/7

8:00 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 2/14

2:00 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$340

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Wed 2/4

8:00 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 2/9

2:00 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$341

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Wed 10/8

2:50 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 10/29

12:10 pm-1:35 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$374

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Queenstown

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 88 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 September 17, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 53% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown?

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 September 17, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown, such as Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, and Qantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

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
505 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

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.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
907 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

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.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
474 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

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 Melbourne 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 Melbourne?

    Queenstown Intl (ZQN), located 3.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Queenstown. 4 airlines have flights to Queenstown Intl from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 8 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown?

    There are many flights that can get you from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown in 3h 10m. Fly via Virgin Australia or Jetstar to get the fastest option. The distance from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown is about 1333 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown round-trip from $177. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air New Zealand, from $186, and Qantas Airways, from $190. Jetstar is 48% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown consider choosing Qatar Airways (93%), Virgin Australia (93%) or Etihad Airways (89%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown?

    On average you can expect to pay $327 for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown. The cheapest flight overall is $192 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Queenstown Intl) is currently priced at $205.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne 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 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Queenstown

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$177Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$186Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$190Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$192Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%

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