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Cheap flights from Queenstown to Brisbane from $316

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 18/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZQN — BNE
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Queenstown Intl to Brisbane are usually found in May or November, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Sunday 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 4 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$513

One-way from

$316

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$890

Good round-trip deal

$304 or less

Good one-way deal

$342 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 7/8-11/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 40m total
  • Queenstown to Brisbane
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 18/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 50m total
  • Queenstown to Brisbane
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($170 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Queenstown Intl to Brisbane.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Queenstown Intl to Brisbane.

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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 4 July 2025.

Thu 7/816:50ZQN - BNE
1 stop17h 40mJetstar
Mon 11/823:20BNE - ZQN
1 stop11h 00mJetstar
Deal found 3/7$513
Sat 9/818:05ZQN - BNE
Nonstop3h 55mVirgin Australia
Sat 16/811:40BNE - ZQN
Nonstop3h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 3/7$624
Thu 7/816:30ZQN - BNE
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/823:20BNE - ZQN
1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$656
Sun 17/817:20ZQN - BNE
1 stop17h 10mAir New Zealand
Sun 24/812:15BNE - ZQN
2 stops19h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/7$852

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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 4 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Queenstown to Brisbane that are best for you.

Fly from

Queenstown

Fly to

Brisbane

Route

Depart

Return

Price

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Thu 7/8

16:50-08:30

1 stop17h 40m

Brisbane

Mon 11/8

23:20-12:20

1 stop11h 00m

$513

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Sat 9/8

18:05-20:00

Nonstop3h 55m

Brisbane

Sat 16/8

11:40-17:10

Nonstop3h 30m

$624

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Thu 7/8

16:30-18:25

Nonstop3h 55m

Brisbane

Mon 11/8

23:20-16:10

1 stop14h 50m

$656

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Sun 17/8

17:20-08:30

1 stop17h 10m

Brisbane

Sun 24/8

12:15-09:40

2 stops19h 25m

$852

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Thu 18/9

18:00-23:50

1 stop7h 50m

$316

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Mon 29/9

16:50-07:30

1 stop17h 40m

$339

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Thu 17/7

10:25-08:30

2 stops24h 05m

$350

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Thu 18/9

16:05-08:30

2 stops18h 25m

$376

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Tue 29/7

07:05-12:05

1 stop7h 00m

$426

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Thu 17/7

16:25-18:20

Nonstop3h 55m

$584

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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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 27 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from Queenstown to Brisbane is 82 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 4 July 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.

Weekly flight availability from Queenstown to Brisbane

Explore weekly flight availability from Queenstown to Brisbane. 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 4 July 2025.

The most flights from ZQN to BNE are scheduled on a Wednesday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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 4 July 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Queenstown to Brisbane, such as Emirates, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

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?

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

    According to our current data, Jetstar ($513), Virgin Australia ($624), and Air New Zealand ($852) offers the cheapest pricing from Queenstown to Brisbane. Users have found that Jetstar is 29% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Virgin Australia. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $316. Users have also found prices from $339 and $376 on Jetstar and Air New Zealand, respectively.

  • 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 (93%), Air Canada (87%) and Etihad Airways (87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Queenstown to Brisbane?

    The cheapest flight price from Queenstown to Brisbane is $244. On average you can expect to pay $389. The most popular route, (Queenstown Intl - Brisbane), can usually be booked for $513.

  • 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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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$465Average$793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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