What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

How often are flights from Melbourne to Queenstown delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Queenstown have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 100 minutes.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Queenstown flights?

Over the last year, Virgin Australia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Queenstown flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

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 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 $175. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qantas Airways, from $181, and Air New Zealand, from $186. Jetstar is 49% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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.

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).

What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown?

On average you can expect to pay $538 for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown. The cheapest flight overall is $190 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Queenstown Intl) is currently priced at $205.

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 (99%), Virgin Australia (99%) or Singapore Airlines (94%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown?

Consider Virgin Australia, Jetstar or Air New Zealand when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown.

Most accurate provider : When it comes to deals on Melbourne Airport-Queenstown flights, users find the pricing of OneTravel to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. OneTravel Users can find the same prices on Melbourne Airport-Queenstown flight deals on Cheapflights vs. OneTravel >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Melbourne Airport-Queenstown flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Most trusted provider : When it comes to deals on Melbourne Airport-Queenstown flights, Cheapflights users trust OneTravel the most. OneTravel 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 Melbourne Airport-Queenstown flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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 5 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Melbourne Airport to Queenstown flights typically cost between $327 and $478 in March. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $308 on Virgin Australia (Mar 20-Mar 26).

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Cheapest in	May
Average price	$355
Good round-trip deal	$726 or less
Good one-way deal	$244 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 October 30, 2025.

Mon 12/156:15 amMEL - ZQN

1 stop8h 25mVirgin Australia

Mon 12/157:50 pmZQN - MEL

Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia

Deal found 10/29

$416

Sun 12/76:00 amMEL - ZQN

1 stop6h 15mVirgin Australia

Mon 12/155:30 pmZQN - MEL

1 stop7h 45mVirgin Australia

Deal found 10/29

$421

Sun 12/147:50 pmMEL - ZQN

1 stop18h 50mVirgin Australia

Sun 12/2112:30 pmZQN - MEL

1 stop8h 05mVirgin Australia

Deal found 10/30

$443

Fri 10/316:00 amMEL - ZQN

1 stop8h 40mVirgin Australia

Sun 11/23:05 pmZQN - MEL

1 stop7h 00mVirgin Australia

Deal found 10/28

$446

Sun 12/147:50 pmMEL - ZQN

1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines

Sun 12/2112:10 pmZQN - MEL

Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/30

$454

Fri 11/710:45 pmMEL - ZQN

1 stop15h 55mVirgin Australia

Mon 11/103:05 pmZQN - MEL

1 stop6h 30mVirgin Australia

Deal found 10/30

$457

Sun 12/142:50 pmMEL - ZQN

Nonstop3h 10mJetstar

Sun 12/2112:10 pmZQN - MEL

Nonstop3h 25mJetstar

Deal found 10/30

$462

Mon 12/111:55 pmMEL - ZQN

1 stop8h 10mJetstar

Wed 12/1012:10 pmZQN - MEL

Nonstop3h 25mJetstar

Deal found 10/30

$466

Thu 11/139:10 amMEL - ZQN

1 stop7h 25mVirgin Australia

Sun 11/165:30 pmZQN - MEL

1 stop7h 45mVirgin Australia

Deal found 10/30

$470

Tue 11/2510:00 amMEL - ZQN

1 stop9h 05mEmirates

Fri 12/57:00 amZQN - MEL

1 stop18h 35mEmirates

Deal found 10/30

$497

Tue 11/412:30 pmMEL - ZQN

1 stop6h 35mQantas Airways

Tue 11/117:00 amZQN - MEL

1 stop7h 40mQantas Airways

Deal found 10/29

$500

Best flights from Melbourne to Queenstown
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Queenstown that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 30, 2025.

Sun 3/158:00 amMEL - ZQN

Nonstop3h 10mVirgin Australia

Wed 4/156:00 pmZQN - MEL

Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia

Deal found 10/30

$329

Sun 3/2212:10 pmMEL - ZQN

1 stop7h 05mAir New Zealand

Fri 3/278:50 amZQN - MEL

1 stop10h 55mAir New Zealand

Deal found 10/29

$389

Wed 3/2510:00 amMEL - ZQN

1 stop9h 05mEmirates

Fri 4/31:35 pmZQN - MEL

Nonstop3h 25mEmirates

Deal found 10/30

$398

Fri 3/207:10 amMEL - ZQN

1 stop7h 30mVirgin Australia

Thu 3/262:00 pmZQN - MEL

Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia

Deal found 10/28

$360

Mon 3/3011:35 amMEL - ZQN

Nonstop3h 10mVirgin Australia

Wed 4/15:40 pmZQN - MEL

Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia

Deal found 10/28

$360

Mon 3/166:30 amMEL - ZQN

1 stop12h 35mEmirates

Wed 4/11:35 pmZQN - MEL

Nonstop3h 25mEmirates

Deal found 10/30

$398

Mon 3/166:00 amMEL - ZQN

1 stop13h 05mEmirates

Fri 4/31:35 pmZQN - MEL

Nonstop3h 25mEmirates

Deal found 10/30

$398

Tue 1/208:00 amMEL - ZQN

Nonstop3h 10mVirgin Australia

Tue 1/275:30 pmZQN - MEL

1 stop8h 45mVirgin Australia

Deal found 10/30

$378

Wed 3/189:00 amMEL - ZQN

1 stop10h 05mEmirates

Wed 4/11:35 pmZQN - MEL

Nonstop3h 25mEmirates

Deal found 10/30

$398

Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Queenstown
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Queenstown. Data last updated October 30, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Fri 10/316:00 amMEL - ZQN

1 stop8h 40mVirgin Australia

Sun 11/23:05 pmZQN - MEL

1 stop7h 00mVirgin Australia

Deal found 10/28

$446

Tue 11/412:30 pmMEL - ZQN

1 stop6h 35mQantas Airways

Tue 11/117:00 amZQN - MEL

1 stop7h 40mQantas Airways

Deal found 10/29

$500

Fri 11/710:45 pmMEL - ZQN

1 stop15h 55mVirgin Australia

Mon 11/103:05 pmZQN - MEL

1 stop6h 30mVirgin Australia

Deal found 10/30

$457

Thu 11/139:10 amMEL - ZQN

1 stop7h 25mVirgin Australia

Sun 11/165:30 pmZQN - MEL

1 stop7h 45mVirgin Australia

Deal found 10/30

$470

Sun 11/238:00 amMEL - ZQN

Nonstop3h 10mVirgin Australia

Thu 12/43:05 pmZQN - MEL

1 stop7h 45mVirgin Australia

Deal found 10/30

$515

Sun 11/237:40 amMEL - ZQN

Nonstop3h 05mEmirates

Fri 12/57:00 amZQN - MEL

1 stop18h 35mEmirates

Deal found 10/30

$517

Sun 11/238:00 amMEL - ZQN

Nonstop3h 10mVirgin Australia

Wed 12/33:05 pmZQN - MEL

1 stop7h 00mVirgin Australia

Deal found 10/30

$522

Mon 11/246:15 amMEL - ZQN

1 stop12h 50mEmirates

Fri 12/57:00 amZQN - MEL

1 stop15h 20mEmirates

Deal found 10/29

$523

Tue 11/2510:00 amMEL - ZQN

1 stop9h 05mEmirates

Fri 12/57:00 amZQN - MEL

1 stop18h 35mEmirates

Deal found 10/30

$497

Wed 11/2610:45 amMEL - ZQN

1 stop8h 20mQantas Airways

Thu 12/47:00 amZQN - MEL

1 stop6h 40mQantas Airways

Deal found 10/30

$514

Thu 11/2711:05 amMEL - ZQN

1 stop8h 00mQantas Airways

Fri 12/57:00 amZQN - MEL

1 stop7h 40mQantas Airways

Deal found 10/30

$524

One-way flights from Melbourne to Queenstown
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Queenstown. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 30, 2025.

Thu 3/128:00 amMEL - ZQN

Nonstop3h 10mVirgin Australia

Deal found 10/29

$201

Fri 4/172:50 pmMEL - ZQN

Nonstop3h 10mJetstar

Deal found 10/29

$210

Thu 1/159:10 amMEL - ZQN

Nonstop3h 15mAir New Zealand

Deal found 10/30

$212

Fri 4/177:25 amMEL - ZQN

Nonstop3h 10mQantas Airways

Deal found 10/30

$221

Wed 12/310:35 amMEL - ZQN

1 stop8h 40mAir New Zealand

Deal found 10/29

$222

Fri 11/286:55 pmMEL - ZQN

1 stop11h 00mAir New Zealand

Deal found 10/30

$223

Thu 1/158:00 amMEL - ZQN

Nonstop3h 10mVirgin Australia

Deal found 10/29

$226

Fri 11/144:50 pmMEL - ZQN

2 stops17h 30mAir New Zealand

Deal found 10/30

$233

Thu 1/18:00 amMEL - ZQN

Nonstop3h 10mVirgin Australia

Deal found 10/30

$236

Sun 11/236:55 pmMEL - ZQN

1 stop11h 25mAir New Zealand

Deal found 10/30

$239

Thu 11/274:50 pmMEL - ZQN

1 stop13h 45mAir New Zealand

Deal found 10/29

$240

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MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sun 3/15

8:00 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 4/15

6:00 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$329

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Fri 3/20

7:10 am-4:40 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 3/26

2:00 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$360

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Mon 3/30

11:35 am-4:45 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 4/1

5:40 pm-7:15 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$360

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Tue 1/20

8:00 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 1/27

5:30 pm-12:15 am

1 stop8h 45m

$378

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sun 3/22

12:10 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 3/27

8:50 am-5:45 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$389

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Wed 3/25

10:00 am-9:05 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 4/3

1:35 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$398

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Mon 3/16

6:30 am-9:05 pm

1 stop12h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 4/1

1:35 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$398

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Mon 3/16

6:00 am-9:05 pm

1 stop13h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 4/3

1:35 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$398

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Wed 3/18

9:00 am-9:05 pm

1 stop10h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 4/1

1:35 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$398

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Fri 4/17

2:50 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

$210

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Melbourne to Queenstown in October.

Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*1 star
SmartFares	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*1 star
Trip.com	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
OneTravel	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 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 Melbourne Airport-Queenstown flights, users find the pricing of OneTravel to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. OneTravel Users can find the same prices on Melbourne Airport-Queenstown flight deals on Cheapflights vs. OneTravel >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Melbourne Airport-Queenstown flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Melbourne Airport-Queenstown flights, Cheapflights users trust OneTravel the most. OneTravel 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 Melbourne Airport-Queenstown flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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 month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown (average of $132). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown in December is currently the most expensive (average of $177). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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

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 52% 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

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

520 reviews

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

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

422 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very good

520 reviews

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

925 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very good

520 reviews

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

478 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very good

520 reviews

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

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 5 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 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 $175. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qantas Airways, from $181, and Air New Zealand, from $186. Jetstar is 49% 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 (99%), Virgin Australia (99%) or Singapore Airlines (94%) 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 $538 for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown. The cheapest flight overall is $190 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.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown (average of $132). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown in December is currently the most expensive (average of $177). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Queenstown

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Jetstar	Cheapest$175	Average$343	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$181	Average$351	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$186	Average$374	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$194	Average$381	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl are usually found in May or March, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to QueenstownExplore 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 October 30, 2025.

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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?

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown?

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

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

How often are flights from Melbourne to Queenstown delayed?

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Queenstown flights?

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

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