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$153+ Cheap flights from Queenstown (ZQN) to Melbourne (MEL)

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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZQN — MEL
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Queenstown Intl to Melbourne are usually found in March or September, booked 11 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Queenstown to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Queenstown (ZQN) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$317
(Jetstar)

One-way from

$153
(CheapOair)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$329

Good one-way deal

$160 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($32 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Queenstown to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Queenstown to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/1912:10 pmZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Wed 10/222:50 pmMEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 9/10$317
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/254:50 pmZQN - MEL
1 stop7h 55mJetstar
Sat 11/111:55 pmMEL - ZQN
1 stop8h 10mJetstar
Deal found 9/10$374
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/151:00 pmZQN - MEL
1 stop11h 45mJetstar
Sun 10/1911:55 pmMEL - ZQN
1 stop10h 25mJetstar
Deal found 9/10$380
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/1510:55 amZQN - MEL
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/214:30 pmMEL - ZQN
1 stop19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$421
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/116:00 pmZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Thu 9/186:00 amMEL - ZQN
1 stop7h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/10$453
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 10/91:00 pmZQN - MEL
1 stop11h 45mJetstar
Thu 10/1611:55 pmMEL - ZQN
1 stop8h 15mJetstar
Deal found 9/10$459
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 9/194:30 pmZQN - MEL
1 stop8h 50mVirgin Australia
Sat 9/277:10 amMEL - ZQN
1 stop8h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/10$462
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 9/254:30 pmZQN - MEL
1 stop9h 20mVirgin Australia
Tue 9/306:00 amMEL - ZQN
1 stop7h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/11$463
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Mon 10/271:35 pmZQN - MEL
1 stop12h 15mJetstar
Mon 11/38:35 pmMEL - ZQN
1 stop14h 00mJetstar
Deal found 9/11$471

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Queenstown to Melbourne 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 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Sun 10/19

12:10 pm-1:35 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 10/22

2:50 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

$317

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Sat 10/25

4:50 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Melbourne

Sat 11/1

11:55 pm-10:05 am

1 stop8h 10m

$374

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 10/15

1:00 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop11h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 10/19

11:55 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$380

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 10/15

10:55 am-10:45 pm

1 stop13h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 10/21

9:10 am-2:20 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

$429

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Thu 10/9

1:00 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop11h 45m

Melbourne

Thu 10/16

11:55 pm-10:10 am

1 stop8h 15m

$459

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Thu 9/25

4:30 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop9h 20m

Melbourne

Tue 9/30

6:00 am-4:40 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$463

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Mon 10/27

7:00 am-2:35 pm

1 stop9h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 11/3

9:35 am-9:05 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$597

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Sat 10/25

3:25 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Melbourne

Sat 11/1

6:30 am-9:05 pm

1 stop12h 35m

$668

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Fri 11/21

12:10 pm-1:35 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$154

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Fri 2/6

12:10 pm-1:35 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$160

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Best time to book a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Queenstown to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport is 11 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 ZQN to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Queenstown to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 70% on airfare.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Queenstown to Melbourne. 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 from for flights from Queenstown to Melbourne?

    If you book a flight to Melbourne from Queenstown, you will be flying from Queenstown Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Queenstown Intl (ZQN) is located 3.9 mi from the center of Queenstown. There are 7 flights from Queenstown Intl to Melbourne per day from 0 different airlines.

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

    Departing from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport will take you 3h 25m. The distance from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport is about 1333 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport are Qatar Airways (97%), Virgin Australia (97%) and Singapore Airlines (92%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $186 for a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $146 while the most popular route, (Queenstown Intl - Melbourne) is currently priced at $212.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Queenstown to Melbourne 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 Queenstown to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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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