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Cheap flights from Auckland to Queenstown from $123

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 1/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — ZQN
22 Dec — 29 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Auckland Intl to Queenstown Intl are usually found in June or May, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Queenstown

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) 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 17 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$232

One-way from

$123

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$436
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 3/3-3/3
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 40m total
  • Auckland to Queenstown
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 1/2
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 50m total
  • Auckland to Queenstown
High demand for flights, 19% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 4% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Queenstown
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 December 2024.

Tue 24/1219:25AKL - ZQN
1 stop14h 25mJetstar
Wed 25/1212:45ZQN - AKL
Nonstop1h 50mJetstar
Deal found 15/12$417
Tue 31/1206:45AKL - ZQN
1 stop27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 13/120:25ZQN - AKL
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12$457
Tue 31/1210:10AKL - ZQN
2 stops10h 25mAir New Zealand
Mon 13/120:25ZQN - AKL
Nonstop1h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/12$533
Mon 30/1206:40AKL - ZQN
1 stop7h 55mEmirates
Mon 13/107:00ZQN - AKL
1 stop7h 55mEmirates
Deal found 15/12$2,197

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AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Sat 29/3

06:40-08:35

Nonstop1h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 5/4

18:20-20:10

Nonstop1h 50m

$227

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Tue 18/2

10:20-12:10

Nonstop1h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 26/2

16:50-18:40

Nonstop1h 50m

$232

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Sun 30/3

08:15-10:10

Nonstop1h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 17/9

12:10-14:00

Nonstop1h 50m

$234

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Sat 1/2

14:25-16:15

Nonstop1h 50m

$123

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Tue 25/3

19:20-21:15

Nonstop1h 55m

$142

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Thu 27/3

20:55-09:20

1 stop12h 25m

$161

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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Queenstown

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Travel insights for flights from Auckland to Queenstown

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Auckland to Queenstown including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

The best time to book flights from Auckland to Queenstown is 82 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 Auckland to Queenstown?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Queenstown (average of $114). Flying from Auckland to Queenstown in February is currently the most expensive (average of $189). 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 AKL to ZQN?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland 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 17 December 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Auckland to Queenstown is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 51% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Auckland to Queenstown?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Auckland to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on 8 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Auckland to Queenstown flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Auckland to Queenstown

Explore weekly flight availability from Auckland 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 17 December 2024.

The most flights from AKL to ZQN are scheduled on a Friday (56 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (49 on average).

Rainfall in Queenstown by month

Plan your trip to Queenstown by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Queenstown ranges from 50.0 - 80.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 80.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Queenstown when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Queenstown by month

Plan your trip to Queenstown by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 3.0 C).

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 17 December 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Jetstar and Air New Zealand from Auckland to Queenstown. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

6.6
Okay
486 reviews
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Auckland 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 serve Auckland to Queenstown flights?

    Passengers taking a flight from Auckland to Queenstown are going to board their flight in Auckland Airport. This is a major international airport and the busiest found in New Zealand. The airport is a hub for Virgin Australia, Air New Zealand, and Jetstar Airways. The airport can handle 45 flights an hour using a single runway. Travellers who have reached Queenstown will get off the plane at Queenstown Airport. This airport is about eight kilometres from the Queenstown city centre. It has two runways and a single terminal with nine gates. In 2018, this airport has 2.25 million passengers.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Auckland to Queenstown?

    There are many direct flights to Queenstown from Auckland that make the trip quick and easy for passengers. Jetstar and Air New Zealand offer flights at all times of the day. These direct flights are short with an average length of time in the air at 1h 53m. While it is common for direct flights to more expensive than flights with stopovers, this isn’t the case for these flights. In most cases, travelers save both money and time choosing these airlines for nonstop flights going into Queenstown.

  • What are the stopover options between Auckland to Queenstown?

    Both Jetstar and Air New Zealand also offer flights that have stopovers before reaching the Queenstown AIrport destination. The stopover location is often Wellington (WLG), although there are some exceptions. Some flights have additional stops in airports like Christchurch (CHC) or Tauranga (TRG). The best flight time for a flight with a stopover is 2h 38m while the cheapest flights have travelers in the air for 8h 08m.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Auckland to Queenstown?

    There is no need for a visa or a passport to go from Auckland to Queenstown. All you need to have with you is a form of photo identification to board the plane.

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

    To fly from Auckland to Queenstown, you need to book a flight from Auckland Intl (AKL) to Queenstown Intl (ZQN). Nonstop flights to Queenstown Intl from Auckland Intl take 1h 50m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 52 outbound flights from Auckland Intl to Queenstown Intl offered by 2 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Auckland to Queenstown flight route?

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

    According to our current data, Jetstar ($232), and Air New Zealand ($272) offers the cheapest pricing from Auckland to Queenstown. Users have found that Jetstar is 21% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Auckland to Queenstown are Virgin Atlantic (97%), United Airlines (95%) and Turkish Airlines (94%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Auckland to Queenstown?

    The cheapest flight price from Auckland to Queenstown is $101. On average you can expect to pay $275. The most popular route, (Auckland Intl - Queenstown Intl), can usually be booked for $149.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Queenstown (average of $114). Flying from Auckland to Queenstown in February is currently the most expensive (average of $189). 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 are the most eco-friendly airlines from Auckland to Queenstown?

    There are two airlines that serve the route to Queenstown to Auckland. They are Air New Zealand and Jetstar who provide several flights each day of the week. Both airlines have strongly committed to a number of economic and environmental goals in order to make the planet safer for future generations. Air New Zealand want to focus on leading and advocating on decarbonisation and have a goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2050. They are also strongly committed to their contributions to conservation and science in New Zealand and that the biodiversity in the country stays protected. They do this through their partnership with the Department of Conservation and also encourage their partnerships and stakeholders to follow similar practises. Jetstar are also encouraging sustainable travel through their Fly Carbon Neutral Program that lets passengers contribute a small amount in order to offset the carbon emissions released during the flight. Jetstar also have a partnership with World Vision that supports humanitarian relief and community-based projects across Asia and Australia.

  • How to fly more sustainably from Auckland to Queenstown?

    There are a few things each passenger can do to make sure their journey to Queenstown from Auckland is more sustainable and eco-friendly. Although the flights available between these destinations are usually a little cheaper when they have a layover, it’s best to book a direct flight between the North and South part of New Zealand in order to have a more sustainable journey. It’s also helpful if you bring your own containers for drinks so you can help the airports and also the airline use less plastic.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$138Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$222Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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