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Cheap flights from Queenstown to Brisbane from $305

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 13/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZQN — BNE
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Queenstown Intl to Brisbane are usually found in May or November, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Queenstown to Brisbane

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Queenstown (ZQN) to Brisbane (BNE). 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 29 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$529

One-way from

$305

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$723

Good round-trip deal

$240 or less

Good one-way deal

$354 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 6/11-9/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 05m total
  • Queenstown to Brisbane
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 13/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 55m total
  • Queenstown to Brisbane
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($61 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Queenstown to Brisbane
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Queenstown to Brisbane. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 August 2025.

Thu 6/1117:30ZQN - BNE
1 stop16h 55mJetstar
Sun 9/1122:55BNE - ZQN
1 stop8h 10mJetstar
Deal found 27/8$529
Sat 11/1016:50ZQN - BNE
1 stop17h 40mJetstar
Sat 18/1022:55BNE - ZQN
1 stop8h 25mJetstar
Deal found 27/8$563
Thu 16/1016:50ZQN - BNE
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 25/1009:10BNE - ZQN
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8$602
Mon 13/1018:20ZQN - BNE
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/1022:55BNE - ZQN
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8$615
Thu 6/1117:30ZQN - BNE
Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1122:55BNE - ZQN
1 stop8h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8$616
Mon 13/1016:30ZQN - BNE
Nonstop3h 55mVirgin Australia
Sat 18/1009:10BNE - ZQN
Nonstop3h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/8$622
Sat 11/1016:50ZQN - BNE
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/1009:10BNE - ZQN
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8$633
Sun 12/1010:55ZQN - BNE
1 stop23h 35mJetstar
Sun 19/1022:55BNE - ZQN
1 stop8h 15mJetstar
Deal found 28/8$642
Sat 25/1016:50ZQN - BNE
1 stop17h 35mJetstar
Thu 30/1022:55BNE - ZQN
1 stop8h 10mJetstar
Deal found 27/8$644

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Queenstown to Brisbane 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 29 August 2025.
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QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Thu 6/11

17:30-07:25

1 stop16h 55m

Brisbane

Sun 9/11

22:55-10:05

1 stop8h 10m

$529

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Sat 11/10

16:50-07:30

1 stop17h 40m

Brisbane

Sat 18/10

22:55-10:20

1 stop8h 25m

$563

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Thu 16/10

16:50-07:30

1 stop17h 40m

Brisbane

Sat 25/10

09:10-15:40

Nonstop3h 30m

$602

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Mon 13/10

18:20-07:30

1 stop16h 10m

Brisbane

Sat 18/10

22:55-16:10

1 stop14h 15m

$615

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Thu 6/11

17:30-18:15

Nonstop3h 45m

Brisbane

Sun 9/11

22:55-10:05

1 stop8h 10m

$616

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Mon 13/10

16:30-17:25

Nonstop3h 55m

Brisbane

Sat 18/10

09:10-15:40

Nonstop3h 30m

$622

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Sat 11/10

16:50-07:30

1 stop17h 40m

Brisbane

Sat 18/10

09:10-15:40

Nonstop3h 30m

$633

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Sun 12/10

10:55-07:30

1 stop23h 35m

Brisbane

Sun 19/10

22:55-10:10

1 stop8h 15m

$642

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Tue 25/11

17:30-07:25

1 stop16h 55m

Brisbane

Fri 5/12

22:55-16:50

1 stop14h 55m

$642

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Sat 25/10

16:50-07:25

1 stop17h 35m

Brisbane

Thu 30/10

22:55-10:05

1 stop8h 10m

$644

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Best time to book a flight from Queenstown to Brisbane

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Queenstown to Brisbane. Price data was last updated on 22 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from Queenstown to Brisbane is 60 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Brisbane (average of $160). Flying from Queenstown to Brisbane in September is currently the most expensive (average of $208). 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 BNE?

Find hourly flight availability from Queenstown to Brisbane. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 August 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Queenstown to Brisbane at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 54% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing Brisbane

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Brisbane. 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 Brisbane. Reviews last updated 29 August 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Queenstown to Brisbane, such as Virgin Australia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
415 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
415 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
415 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Queenstown to Brisbane. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Queenstown to Brisbane?

    If you book a flight from Queenstown to Brisbane, you will be flying from Queenstown Intl to Brisbane. Flights to Brisbane (BNE) from Queenstown Intl (ZQN) take 3h 45m for a nonstop flight. There are 5 flights from Queenstown Intl to Brisbane per day from 1 airline.

  • How popular is this Queenstown to Brisbane flight route?

    Flights from Queenstown Intl to Brisbane have been viewed 152 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Queenstown to Brisbane?

    There are many flights that can get you from Queenstown to Brisbane in 16h 55m. Fly via Jetstar to get the fastest option. There are 2398 km between Queenstown and Brisbane.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Queenstown to Brisbane round-trip?

    According to our current data, Virgin Australia ($403), offers the cheapest pricing from Queenstown to Brisbane. Users have found that Virgin Australia is 42% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Queenstown to Brisbane?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Queenstown to Brisbane are Qatar Airways (87%), Virgin Australia (87%) and Singapore Airlines (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Queenstown to Brisbane?

    The cheapest flight price from Queenstown to Brisbane is $197. On average you can expect to pay $523. The most popular route, (Queenstown Intl - Brisbane), can usually be booked for $529.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Queenstown to Brisbane 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 Brisbane?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Brisbane (average of $160). Flying from Queenstown to Brisbane in September is currently the most expensive (average of $208). 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 airline flying from Queenstown to Brisbane

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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$403Average$731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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