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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown from $325

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 16/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ZQN
2 Feb — 9 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl are usually found in May or October, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Queenstown

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 28 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$420

One-way from

$325

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$633

Good round-trip deal

$347 or less

Good one-way deal

$251 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 22/3-26/3
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Queenstown
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 16/2
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Queenstown
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($122 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl.

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Queenstown
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 January 2025.

Sat 22/306:15MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Wed 26/320:35ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 27/1$420
Sun 16/318:00MEL - ZQN
1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 29/320:35ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1$566
Thu 27/318:55MEL - ZQN
1 stop18h 45mAir New Zealand
Thu 3/413:05ZQN - MEL
1 stop6h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 27/1$585
Sun 21/911:35MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mVirgin Australia
Sun 28/919:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/1$612

Find flights from Melbourne to Queenstown within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 28 January 2025.

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MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sat 22/3

06:15-11:20

Nonstop3h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 26/3

20:35-22:05

Nonstop3h 30m

$420

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sun 16/3

18:00-16:05

1 stop20h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 29/3

20:35-22:05

Nonstop3h 30m

$566

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Thu 27/3

18:55-15:40

1 stop18h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 3/4

13:05-17:25

1 stop6h 20m

$585

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sat 29/3

18:00-12:20

1 stop16h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 16/4

18:00-19:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$636

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sun 16/2

06:15-11:20

Nonstop3h 05m

$325

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sat 15/3

18:55-12:15

1 stop15h 20m

$339

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Tue 15/7

11:35-16:45

Nonstop3h 10m

$352

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sat 15/2

07:40-12:45

Nonstop3h 05m

$448

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Tue 18/3

08:00-21:05

1 stop11h 05m

$496

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sat 22/2

13:10-10:40

3 stops19h 30m

$587

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 28/1

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Queenstown

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Queenstown

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on 24 January 2025.

Booking 42 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 28 January 2025.

When flying from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 55% versus a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne 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 28 January 2025.

The most flights from MEL to ZQN are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 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 28 January 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways from Melbourne to Queenstown have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Related info for your journey

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

    Queenstown Intl (ZQN) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Queenstown. You should not have trouble finding flights to Queenstown Intl from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 7 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Queenstown airport from Melbourne. It is only a 6.3 km journey from Queenstown Intl (ZQN) to Queenstown’s city centre.

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

    Jetstar, at $420, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown for 25% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown one-way?

    $325 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia, with prices starting from $339 and $352, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown consider choosing Qatar Airways(88%), Jetstar(84%) or Emirates(82%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown is generally $441, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $235. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Queenstown Intl), you can expect to pay $418 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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