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$179+ 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 10/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ZQN
8월 19 — 8월 261
화 8/19
화 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl are usually found in June or May, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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 8월 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$287
(Jetstar)

One-way from

$179
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$339

Good round-trip deal

$315 or less

Good one-way deal

$230 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 8월 14, 2025.

This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
일 9/72:50 pmMEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
수 9/1012:10 pmZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 8/13$287
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
수 9/102:50 pmMEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
토 9/139:45 amZQN - MEL
1 stop15h 00mJetstar
Deal found 8/14$307
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
수 12/32:50 pmMEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
금 12/1212:10 pmZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 8/14$314
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
일 8/312:50 pmMEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
목 9/410:50 amZQN - MEL
1 stop13h 55mJetstar
Deal found 8/13$315
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
수 10/82:50 pmMEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
화 10/144:50 pmZQN - MEL
1 stop7h 55mJetstar
Deal found 8/14$323
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
금 9/122:50 pmMEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
일 9/2112:10 pmZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 8/14$327
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
금 10/242:50 pmMEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
수 10/2912:10 pmZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 8/12$339
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
일 11/162:50 pmMEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
수 11/2612:10 pmZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 8/13$340
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
수 12/108:00 amMEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mVirgin Australia
수 12/177:50 pmZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 8/13$352
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
금 12/58:00 amMEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mVirgin Australia
토 12/207:50 pmZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 8/13$353

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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 8월 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

Queenstown

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

일 9/7

2:50 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

수 9/10

12:10 pm-1:35 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$287

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

수 9/10

2:50 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

토 9/13

9:45 am-10:45 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$307

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

수 12/3

2:50 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

금 12/12

12:10 pm-1:35 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$314

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

일 8/31

2:50 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

목 9/4

10:50 am-10:45 pm

1 stop13h 55m

$315

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

수 10/8

2:50 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

화 10/14

4:50 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$323

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

금 9/12

2:50 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

일 9/21

12:10 pm-1:35 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$327

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

수 12/10

2:50 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

일 12/14

12:10 pm-1:35 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$339

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

금 10/24

2:50 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

수 10/29

12:10 pm-1:35 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$339

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

일 11/16

2:50 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

수 11/26

12:10 pm-1:35 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$340

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

수 12/10

8:00 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

수 12/17

7:50 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$352

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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 August 8, 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 8월 14, 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.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Queenstown. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 8월 14, 2025.

The most flights from MEL to ZQN are scheduled on a Friday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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 8월 14, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown, such as Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, and Virgin Australia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
504 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

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
504 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
504 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

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
895 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
504 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

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
7.5
Good
411 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
504 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

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
463 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
504 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

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.

  • 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 $176. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Virgin Australia, from $178, and Air New Zealand, from $186. 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 Jetstar (85%), Qatar Airways (81%) or Virgin Australia (81%) 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 $325 for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown. The cheapest flight overall is $201 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 8월 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$176Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$178Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Air New ZealandCheapest$186Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$190Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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