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Cheap flights from Hamilton to Queenstown from $348

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — ZQN
27 Mar — 3 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: 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 22 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$348

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$456
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 10/5-15/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 50m total
  • Hamilton to Queenstown
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($55 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($31 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 22 March 2025.

Sat 10/514:30HLZ - ZQN
1 stop20h 10mAir New Zealand
Thu 15/513:05ZQN - HLZ
1 stop6h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 21/3$348

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HamiltonQueenstown

HLZ - ZQN

HLZZQN

Hamilton

Sat 10/5

14:30-10:40

1 stop20h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 15/5

13:05-19:45

1 stop6h 40m

$348

HamiltonQueenstown

HLZ - ZQN

HLZZQN

Hamilton

Tue 22/4

08:20-15:20

1 stop7h 00m

$437

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Deals found on 21/3

Best time to book a flight from Hamilton to Queenstown

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Hamilton to Queenstown

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 21 March 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 $185). 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 22 March 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 16 March 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 22 March 2025.

The most flights from HM1 to ZQN are scheduled on a Friday (54 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (42 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 22 March 2025.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
453 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
453 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
453 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

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, 12,186 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 ANA(96%), Turkish Airlines(95%) or Virgin Atlantic(95%), 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 $83. On average you can expect to pay $215. The most popular route, (Hamilton - Queenstown Intl), can usually be booked for $348.

  • 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 $185). 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 22 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$140Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$209Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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