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Cheap flights from Hamilton to Queenstown from $406

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — ZQN
22 Feb — 1 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Hamilton to Queenstown Intl are usually found in November or July, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Hamilton to Queenstown

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Hamilton to Queenstown flight deals. Data was last updated 17 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$601

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$621
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 22/3-27/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 45m total
  • Hamilton to Queenstown
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($74 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Hamilton to Queenstown
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hamilton to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 February 2025.

Thu 13/1110:45HLZ - ZQN
1 stop4h 35mAir New Zealand
Sun 16/1111:25ZQN - HLZ
1 stop6h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/2$406
Sun 20/414:30HLZ - ZQN
2 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 24/416:10ZQN - HLZ
2 stops18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/2$931

Find flights from Hamilton to Queenstown within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Hamilton 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 17 February 2025.

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Hamilton

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Queenstown

Route

Departure

Return

Price

HamiltonQueenstown

HLZ - ZQN

HLZZQN

Hamilton

Sat 22/3

08:20-10:40

1 stop26h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 27/3

10:25-17:50

1 stop7h 25m

$601

HamiltonQueenstown

HLZ - ZQN

HLZZQN

Hamilton

Sun 20/4

14:30-16:10

2 stops25h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 24/4

16:10-10:15

2 stops18h 05m

$931

HamiltonQueenstown

HLZ - ZQN

HLZZQN

Hamilton

Sat 12/4

07:40-13:05

1 stop5h 25m

$427

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Deals found on 16/2

Best time to book a flight from Hamilton to Queenstown

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Travel insights for flights from Hamilton to Queenstown

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Hamilton to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Hamilton to Queenstown, you should look to book at least 59 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 Hamilton to Queenstown?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Hamilton to Queenstown (average of $114). Flying from Hamilton 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 HM1 to ZQN?

Find hourly flight availability from Hamilton 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 February 2025.

When flying from Hamilton 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.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Hamilton to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on 10 February 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Hamilton to Queenstown

Explore weekly flight availability from Hamilton 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 February 2025.

The most flights from HM1 to ZQN are scheduled on a Wednesday (55 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (46 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 February 2025.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
463 reviews
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Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

eric,Jan 2025

SFO - BOS

Connection Booked by United was one hour and 20 minutes to come from international Auckland to San Francisco, deplane, clear customs and immigration, collect baggage, transfer baggage, go through TSA, walk/run across terminals 20 minutes and barely make connection When united informed pre-vacation of the tightness of the connection,would not switch to a flight two hours later, despite open seats, the flight that the baggage actually took Passengers made connection; baggage did not Food: nonexistent for a cross country six hour flight Arrived early, but of course gate unavailable and then plane door to get off stuck for 20 minutes

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
463 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
463 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

eric,Jan 2025

SFO - BOS

Connection Booked by United was one hour and 20 minutes to come from international Auckland to San Francisco, deplane, clear customs and immigration, collect baggage, transfer baggage, go through TSA, walk/run across terminals 20 minutes and barely make connection When united informed pre-vacation of the tightness of the connection,would not switch to a flight two hours later, despite open seats, the flight that the baggage actually took Passengers made connection; baggage did not Food: nonexistent for a cross country six hour flight Arrived early, but of course gate unavailable and then plane door to get off stuck for 20 minutes

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Queenstown from Hamilton?

    Queenstown Intl (ZQN) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Hamilton to Queenstown. You should not have trouble finding flights to Queenstown Intl from Hamilton; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Hamilton per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights to the Queenstown airport from Hamilton. It is only a 6.3 km journey from Queenstown Intl (ZQN) to Queenstown’s city centre.

  • How popular is this Hamilton to Queenstown flight route?

    Within the past month, 11,955 users have taken a look at flights from Hamilton to Queenstown Intl.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Hamilton to Queenstown consider choosing Turkish Airlines(94%), Virgin Atlantic(94%) or United Airlines(91%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Hamilton to Queenstown?

    The cheapest flight price from Hamilton to Queenstown is $81. On average you can expect to pay $211. The most popular route, (Hamilton - Queenstown Intl), can usually be booked for $507.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Hamilton to Queenstown (average of $114). Flying from Hamilton 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Hamilton to Queenstown

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Hamilton 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 17 February 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$138Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$212Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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