How often are flights from Queenstown to Auckland delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between Queenstown and Auckland have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 97 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Queenstown to Auckland flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Queenstown to Auckland flights?

Over the past year, Air New Zealand have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

How popular is this Queenstown to Auckland flight route?

The Queenstown Intl to Auckland Intl flight path was viewed by 116 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

How long is the flight from Queenstown to Auckland?

Departing from Queenstown to Auckland will take you 1h 50m. There are 1024 km between Queenstown and Auckland. All flights are typically direct.

Weekly flight availability from Queenstown to Auckland

The most flights from ZQN to AKL are scheduled on a Monday (56 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (27 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Auckland ranges from 70.0 - 130.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Auckland when rainfall is around 70.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Auckland, 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 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

What are the cheapest flights from Queenstown to Auckland?

The cheapest flight price from Queenstown to Auckland is $84. On average you can expect to pay $736. The most popular route, (Queenstown Intl - Auckland Intl), can usually be booked for $271.

What are the most reliable airlines from Queenstown to Auckland?

Before booking your flight to Auckland from Queenstown, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: LATAM Airlines (100%), ANA (98%), Singapore Airlines( 92%).

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Queenstown to Auckland?

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

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

Booking 59 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Queenstown to Auckland. 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 Queenstown to Auckland?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Auckland (average of $159). Flying from Queenstown to Auckland in February is currently the most expensive (average of $404). 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 ZQN to AKL?

When flying from Queenstown to Auckland, 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 30% versus a flight in the evening.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Queenstown to Auckland?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Queenstown to Auckland flights typically cost between $156 and $310 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $171 on Jetstar (30 Oct–6 Dec).

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How popular is this Queenstown to Auckland flight route?
The Queenstown Intl to Auckland Intl flight path was viewed by 116 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
How long is the flight from Queenstown to Auckland?
Departing from Queenstown to Auckland will take you 1h 50m. There are 1024 km between Queenstown and Auckland. All flights are typically direct.
What are the most reliable airlines from Queenstown to Auckland?
Before booking your flight to Auckland from Queenstown, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: LATAM Airlines (100%), ANA (98%), Singapore Airlines( 92%).
What are the cheapest flights from Queenstown to Auckland?
The cheapest flight price from Queenstown to Auckland is $84. On average you can expect to pay $736. The most popular route, (Queenstown Intl - Auckland Intl), can usually be booked for $271.
Can I find deals for flights from Queenstown to Auckland that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Queenstown to Auckland flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Queenstown to Auckland?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Queenstown to Auckland.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Queenstown to Auckland?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Queenstown to Auckland 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 Queenstown to Auckland?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Auckland (average of $159). Flying from Queenstown to Auckland in February is currently the most expensive (average of $404). 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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Booking 59 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Queenstown to Auckland. 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 Queenstown to Auckland?

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZQN to AKL?

When flying from Queenstown to Auckland, 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 30% versus a flight in the evening.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Queenstown to Auckland?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Queenstown to Auckland flights typically cost between $156 and $310 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $171 on Jetstar (30 Oct–6 Dec).

Weekly flight availability from Queenstown to Auckland

The most flights from ZQN to AKL are scheduled on a Monday (56 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (27 on average).

How often are flights from Queenstown to Auckland delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between Queenstown and Auckland have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 97 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Queenstown to Auckland flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Queenstown to Auckland flights?

Over the past year, Air New Zealand have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.

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Queenstown to Auckland flights typically cost between $156 and $310 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $171 on Jetstar (30 Oct–6 Dec).