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$52+ Cheap flights from Wellington to Queenstown (WLG - 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 1/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — ZQN
Dec 26 — Jan 21
Fri 12/26
Fri 1/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Wellington to Queenstown Intl are usually found in June or October, booked 40 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Wellington to Queenstown

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wellington (WLG) 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 November 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$106
(Jetstar)

One-way from

$52
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$153

Good one-way deal

$89 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($12 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Wellington to Queenstown
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wellington to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 26, 2025.

This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 12/109:10 amWLG - ZQN
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Fri 12/2611:15 amZQN - WLG
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 11/24$106
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Tue 12/236:05 pmWLG - ZQN
Nonstop1h 25mAir New Zealand
Mon 1/54:05 pmZQN - WLG
Nonstop1h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/24$367
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 12/121:55 pmWLG - ZQN
Nonstop1h 25mAir New Zealand
Mon 12/1510:25 amZQN - WLG
1 stop4h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/25$372

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wellington to Queenstown that are best for you.

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WellingtonQueenstown

WLG - ZQN

WLGZQN

Wellington

Wed 12/10

9:10 am-10:35 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 12/26

11:15 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$106

WellingtonQueenstown

WLG - ZQN

WLGZQN

Wellington

Fri 2/27

9:10 am-10:35 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 3/1

11:15 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$117

WellingtonQueenstown

WLG - ZQN

WLGZQN

Wellington

Wed 1/28

7:40 am-12:45 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 1/30

11:15 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$128

WellingtonQueenstown

WLG - ZQN

WLGZQN

Wellington

Fri 1/9

9:10 am-10:35 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 1/16

11:15 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$130

WellingtonQueenstown

WLG - ZQN

WLGZQN

Wellington

Fri 1/9

7:45 pm-8:20 am

1 stop12h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 1/16

11:15 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$156

WellingtonQueenstown

WLG - ZQN

WLGZQN

Wellington

Thu 2/26

7:40 am-4:50 pm

1 stop9h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 3/1

11:15 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$162

WellingtonQueenstown

WLG - ZQN

WLGZQN

Wellington

Fri 2/27

9:10 am-10:35 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 3/2

5:30 pm-7:05 am

1 stop13h 35m

$173

WellingtonQueenstown

WLG - ZQN

WLGZQN

Wellington

Fri 3/6

6:30 am-9:40 am

1 stop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 3/9

10:25 am-3:05 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$182

WellingtonQueenstown

WLG - ZQN

WLGZQN

Wellington

Fri 3/13

7:00 am-9:40 am

1 stop2h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 3/15

4:45 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop3h 55m

$194

WellingtonQueenstown

WLG - ZQN

WLGZQN

Wellington

Sat 1/31

1:55 pm-3:20 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$52

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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 Wellington to Queenstown in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust 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 Wellington-Queenstown flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Wellington-Queenstown flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Wellington-Queenstown flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Wellington-Queenstown flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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 Wellington-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 Wellington to Queenstown

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Queenstown from Wellington with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Wellington to Queenstown

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Wellington to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on November 21, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Wellington to Queenstown, you should look to book at least 40 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Queenstown (average of $65). Flying from Wellington to Queenstown in February is currently the most expensive (average of $91). 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 WLG to ZQN?

Find hourly flight availability from Wellington 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 November 26, 2025.

When flying from Wellington to Queenstown, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 November 26, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Wellington to Queenstown, such as Air New Zealand and Jetstar. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
537 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
537 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
537 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
486 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
537 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Wellington to Queenstown?

    If you book a flight from Wellington to Queenstown, you will be flying from Wellington to Queenstown Intl. Flights to Queenstown Intl (ZQN) from Wellington (WLG) take 1h 25m for a nonstop flight. There are 4 flights from Wellington to Queenstown per day from 2 airlines.

  • How popular is this Wellington to Queenstown flight route?

    Within the past month, 9 users have taken a look at flights from Wellington to Queenstown Intl.

  • How long is the flight from Wellington to Queenstown?

    Jetstar can get you from Wellington to Queenstown in just under 1h 25m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. There are 398 mi between Wellington and Queenstown. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    According to our current data, Jetstar ($73), and Air New Zealand ($139) offers the cheapest pricing from Wellington to Queenstown. Jetstar is currently priced 52% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Wellington to Queenstown?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Wellington to Queenstown on time: Qantas Airways (89%), Etihad Airways (87%), Air New Zealand (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Wellington to Queenstown?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Wellington to Queenstown? While on average our users pay $99, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $46. The most popular route (Wellington - Queenstown Intl), is priced around $71.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wellington 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 Wellington to Queenstown?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Queenstown (average of $65). Flying from Wellington to Queenstown in February is currently the most expensive (average of $91). 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 2 airlines flying from Wellington to Queenstown

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Wellington 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 November 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$71Average$183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$139Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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