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Cheap flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport from $262

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 22/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZQN — MEL
25 Dec — 1 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Queenstown Intl to Melbourne are usually found in March or June, booked 11 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Sunday

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Cheapest flights from Queenstown to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Queenstown to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 November 2025.

Wed 17/1219:50ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Sat 17/113:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/11$579
Wed 17/1219:50ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/109:10MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$599
Wed 17/1219:50ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Fri 16/113:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/11$602
Wed 17/1219:50ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/109:10MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$613
Wed 17/1219:50ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Thu 15/106:00MEL - ZQN
1 stop6h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/11$616
Wed 17/1219:50ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Sun 11/107:10MEL - ZQN
1 stop9h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 24/11$625
Wed 17/1219:50ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Tue 13/107:10MEL - ZQN
1 stop7h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/11$627
Thu 18/1214:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Sat 17/113:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/11$633
Fri 19/1219:50ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Wed 14/119:30MEL - ZQN
1 stop14h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/11$636
Sat 20/1215:05ZQN - MEL
1 stop7h 30mVirgin Australia
Sat 17/113:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/11$638
Wed 17/1219:50ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/106:20MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$644

Cheap flight deals from Queenstown to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Queenstown (ZQN) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 25 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$579

One-way from

$262

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$567

Good round-trip deal

$242 or less

Good one-way deal

$301 or less
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 17/12-17/1
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 45m total
  • Queenstown to Melbourne
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 22/3
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 25m total
  • Queenstown to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($41 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Queenstown to Melbourne 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 25 November 2025.
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Melbourne

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Return

Price

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Tue 24/2

14:00-15:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

06:00-14:15

1 stop6h 15m

$605

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Tue 24/2

14:00-15:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 7/3

07:10-16:40

1 stop7h 30m

$616

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Tue 24/2

16:50-09:25

2 stops18h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 7/3

18:50-14:00

2 stops17h 10m

$622

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Thu 25/12

12:30-10:05

1 stop23h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

$644

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Tue 24/2

13:05-21:30

2 stops10h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

18:50-12:20

1 stop15h 30m

$655

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 4/3

17:30-00:15

1 stop8h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

06:40-16:40

1 stop8h 00m

$684

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 21/1

17:30-00:15

1 stop8h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 25/1

07:10-16:40

1 stop7h 30m

$687

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Thu 5/3

15:05-21:05

1 stop8h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 11/3

06:15-14:15

1 stop6h 00m

$703

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Thu 18/12

07:00-11:40

1 stop6h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 14/1

16:10-16:40

1 stop22h 30m

$712

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Tue 24/2

14:00-15:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 7/3

07:40-12:45

Nonstop3h 05m

$732

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Best time to book a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from Queenstown with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Queenstown to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2025.

Booking 11 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport. 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 Melbourne Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (average of $183). Flying from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of $286). 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 MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Queenstown to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 31% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Queenstown to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 2 November 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Queenstown to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 25 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia and Jetstar from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
424 reviews
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Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

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
7.6
Good
424 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
424 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

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.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
485 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
424 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

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 Melbourne. 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 from for flights from Queenstown to Melbourne?

    Most people fly from Queenstown Intl (ZQN) if they book a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne. On average, Queenstown Intl has 7 outbound flights to Melbourne per day from 2 airlines. Queenstown Intl is conveniently located just 6.3 km from Queenstown’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport?

    For as low as $605, Virgin Australia can have you in Melbourne Airport from Queenstown in 3h 35m. The distance between Queenstown and Melbourne Airport is about 2145 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at $262, Virgin Australia will fly you from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport and back. In addition to Virgin Australia, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Jetstar for as low as $309. These flights start at 54% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Melbourne Airport from Queenstown, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Qatar Airways (94%), Virgin Australia (87%), Singapore Airlines( 78%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $337 for a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $222 while the most popular route, (Queenstown Intl - Melbourne) is currently priced at $508.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Queenstown to Melbourne 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 Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (average of $183). Flying from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of $286). 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 Queenstown to Melbourne

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Queenstown to Melbourne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 25 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$262Average$609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$309Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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