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 early afternoon tend to experience delays more often. Find deals

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 11% of flights being delayed. Find deals

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 Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week. Find deals

How often are flights from Queenstown to Auckland delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between Queenstown and Auckland have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 91 minutes. Find deals

How popular is this Queenstown to Auckland flight route?

The Queenstown Intl to Auckland Intl flight path was viewed by 158 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 cheapest airlines flying from Queenstown to Auckland round-trip?

Our cheapest airline available from Queenstown to Auckland is Jetstar. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $129 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Air New Zealand, starting at $188. Jetstar is currently priced 45% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

Weekly flight availability from Queenstown to Auckland

The most flights from ZQN to AKL are scheduled on a Tuesday (57 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (39 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 $80. On average you can expect to pay $1,068. The most popular route, (Queenstown Intl - Auckland Intl), can usually be booked for $268.

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: Air Canada (95%), Singapore Airlines (90%), ANA( 88%).

What airports do I use to fly from Queenstown to Auckland?

You will need to book a flight from Queenstown Intl to Auckland Intl if you want to fly from Queenstown to Auckland. At least 2 different airlines have flights from Queenstown Intl (ZQN) to Auckland Intl (AKL) on a regular basis. There are 48 flights to Auckland from the Queenstown airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from ZQN to AKL to be around 1h 50m.

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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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.

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ZQN

AKL

Nonstop1h 50m

Jetstar

Sun 5/715:00

AKL

ZQN

Nonstop1h 50m

Jetstar

Deal found 18/2$164

Fri 24/413:00

ZQN

AKL

Nonstop1h 50m

Jetstar

Sun 26/415:00

AKL

ZQN

Nonstop1h 50m

Jetstar

Deal found 16/2$173

Sat 25/410:50

ZQN

AKL

Nonstop1h 50m

Jetstar

Wed 29/406:00

AKL

ZQN

1 stop4h 35m

Jetstar

Deal found 18/2$214

Wed 1/409:20

ZQN

AKL

Nonstop1h 50m

Air New Zealand

Wed 8/407:15

AKL

ZQN

Nonstop1h 55m

Air New Zealand

Deal found 15/2$222

Wed 1/407:00

ZQN

AKL

Nonstop1h 50m

Multiple Airlines

Wed 8/420:50

AKL

ZQN

1 stop11h 35m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 15/2$272

Sat 4/409:45

ZQN

AKL

Nonstop1h 50m

Jetstar

Sat 11/407:10

AKL

ZQN

Nonstop1h 55m

Jetstar

Deal found 18/2$294

Thu 26/310:25

ZQN

AKL

2 stops10h 30m

Air New Zealand

Sun 29/306:40

AKL

ZQN

Nonstop1h 55m

Air New Zealand

Deal found 17/2$309

Fri 3/407:00

ZQN

AKL

Nonstop1h 50m

Air New Zealand

Fri 10/419:20

AKL

ZQN

Nonstop1h 55m

Air New Zealand

Deal found 17/2$314

Tue 17/313:25

ZQN

AKL

Nonstop1h 50m

Jetstar

Tue 24/315:00

AKL

ZQN

Nonstop1h 50m

Jetstar

Deal found 17/2$333

Mon 23/317:30

ZQN

AKL

Nonstop1h 50m

Jetstar

Tue 31/308:15

AKL

ZQN

Nonstop1h 55m

Jetstar

Deal found 18/2$337

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ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Sat 4/7

17:30-19:20

Nonstop1h 50m

Auckland Intl

Sun 5/7

15:00-16:50

Nonstop1h 50m

$164

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Fri 24/4

13:00-14:50

Nonstop1h 50m

Auckland Intl

Sun 26/4

15:00-16:50

Nonstop1h 50m

$173

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 1/4

09:20-11:10

Nonstop1h 50m

Auckland Intl

Wed 8/4

07:15-09:10

Nonstop1h 55m

$222

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Sat 25/4

10:50-12:40

Nonstop1h 50m

Auckland Intl

Wed 29/4

07:00-15:55

2 stops8h 55m

$241

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 1/4

07:00-08:50

Nonstop1h 50m

Auckland Intl

Wed 8/4

20:50-08:25

1 stop11h 35m

$272

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Sat 4/4

09:45-11:35

Nonstop1h 50m

Auckland Intl

Sat 11/4

07:10-09:05

Nonstop1h 55m

$294

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Thu 26/3

10:25-20:55

2 stops10h 30m

Auckland Intl

Sun 29/3

06:40-08:35

Nonstop1h 55m

$309

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Fri 3/4

07:00-08:50

Nonstop1h 50m

Auckland Intl

Fri 10/4

19:20-21:15

Nonstop1h 55m

$314

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Fri 24/4

11:15-22:15

1 stop11h 00m

Auckland Intl

Sun 26/4

07:00-10:40

1 stop3h 40m

$335

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Thu 16/4

13:40-15:30

Nonstop1h 50m

$144

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

Booking 57 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Auckland (average of $67). Flying from Queenstown to Auckland in April is currently the most expensive (average of $150). 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 at midday, which can drop the price by up to 88% versus a flight in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Auckland

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand and Jetstar from Queenstown to Auckland by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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8.0

Very Good

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10.0

Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

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8.0

Very Good

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10.0

Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

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6.5

Okay

523 reviews

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8.0

Very Good

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10.0

Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

Related info for your journey

What airports do I use to fly from Queenstown to Auckland?
You will need to book a flight from Queenstown Intl to Auckland Intl if you want to fly from Queenstown to Auckland. At least 2 different airlines have flights from Queenstown Intl (ZQN) to Auckland Intl (AKL) on a regular basis. There are 48 flights to Auckland from the Queenstown airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from ZQN to AKL to be around 1h 50m.
How popular is this Queenstown to Auckland flight route?
The Queenstown Intl to Auckland Intl flight path was viewed by 158 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 cheapest airlines flying from Queenstown to Auckland round-trip?
Our cheapest airline available from Queenstown to Auckland is Jetstar. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $129 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Air New Zealand, starting at $188. Jetstar is currently priced 45% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
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: Air Canada (95%), Singapore Airlines (90%), ANA( 88%).
What are the cheapest flights from Queenstown to Auckland?
The cheapest flight price from Queenstown to Auckland is $80. On average you can expect to pay $1,068. The most popular route, (Queenstown Intl - Auckland Intl), can usually be booked for $268.
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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Auckland (average of $67). Flying from Queenstown to Auckland in April is currently the most expensive (average of $150). 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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