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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown from $349

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 2/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ZQN
25 Dec — 1 Jan1
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 Saturday or Monday and return on a Monday

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 20 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$418

One-way from

$351

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$729
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 16/5-23/5
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Queenstown
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 2/2
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Queenstown
High demand for flights, 10% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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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 20 December 2024.

Wed 25/1216:00MEL - ZQN
1 stop17h 30mVirgin Australia
Tue 31/1217:30ZQN - MEL
1 stop19h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 20/12$683
Sun 29/1206:15MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Thu 2/120:35ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 20/12$693
Sun 29/1206:15MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 31/1212:30ZQN - MEL
1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/12$707
Mon 30/1206:00MEL - ZQN
1 stop7h 30mEmirates
Tue 31/1216:25ZQN - MEL
1 stop9h 15mEmirates
Deal found 20/12$1,225
Mon 30/1206:00MEL - ZQN
1 stop7h 30mQantas Airways
Wed 1/116:25ZQN - MEL
1 stop7h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/12$1,314

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 20 December 2024.

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MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Fri 16/5

14:30-19:40

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 23/5

12:00-13:25

Nonstop3h 25m

$418

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sun 16/3

06:15-11:20

Nonstop3h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 28/3

13:05-07:55

1 stop20h 50m

$553

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Fri 16/5

18:25-09:40

1 stop13h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 23/5

16:10-17:25

1 stop27h 15m

$590

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sun 2/2

08:00-13:10

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 7/4

18:00-19:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$596

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sun 9/3

07:40-12:45

Nonstop3h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 23/3

07:00-11:35

1 stop6h 35m

$784

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sun 2/2

07:40-12:45

Nonstop3h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 9/2

07:00-20:05

1 stop15h 05m

$800

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sun 2/2

08:00-13:10

Nonstop3h 10m

$349

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Fri 17/1

06:15-11:20

Nonstop3h 05m

$356

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Fri 17/1

18:55-13:05

1 stop16h 10m

$362

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Wed 15/1

21:10-12:35

1 stop13h 25m

$418

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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 13 December 2024.

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 20 December 2024.

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 54% 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 20 December 2024.

The most flights from MEL to ZQN are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 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 20 December 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Jetstar, 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.
8.1
Very Good
3,405 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

8.1
Very Good
3,405 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,405 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

8.0
Very Good
495 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,405 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

7.6
Good
459 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,405 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

7.5
Good
807 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,405 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

6.6
Okay
482 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,405 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

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 11 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 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 $418, 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?

    $351 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Virgin Australia. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Jetstar and Air New Zealand, with prices starting from $356 and $362, 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 Virgin Australia(93%), Etihad Airways(89%) or Qatar Airways(89%), 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 $467, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $289. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Queenstown Intl), you can expect to pay $422 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Melbourne to Queenstown

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$290Average$579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$345Average$625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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