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Cheap flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport from $247

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 21/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZQN — MEL
20 Aug — 27 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Queenstown Intl to Melbourne are usually found in September or March, booked 12 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Sunday

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 15 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$414

One-way from

$247

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$543

Good round-trip deal

$220 or less

Good one-way deal

$249 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 10/9-14/9
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 35m total
  • Queenstown to Melbourne
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Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 21/8
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 35m total
  • Queenstown to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($70 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Queenstown Intl to Melbourne.
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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 15 August 2025.

Wed 10/912:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Sun 14/914:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 14/8$414
Thu 4/918:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/914:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8$449
Thu 4/918:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Wed 10/911:35MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 13/8$463
Thu 4/910:50ZQN - MEL
1 stop13h 55mJetstar
Wed 10/914:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 13/8$509
Fri 12/912:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Mon 15/923:55MEL - ZQN
1 stop10h 25mJetstar
Deal found 14/8$517
Wed 10/912:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/918:55MEL - ZQN
2 stops12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8$529
Fri 12/912:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/911:35MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8$541

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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 15 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Queenstown

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Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 10/9

12:10-13:35

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 14/9

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

$414

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Thu 4/9

18:00-19:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 10/9

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

$449

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Thu 4/9

18:00-19:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 10/9

11:35-16:45

Nonstop3h 10m

$463

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Thu 4/9

10:50-22:45

1 stop13h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 10/9

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

$509

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Fri 12/9

12:10-13:35

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 15/9

23:55-12:20

1 stop10h 25m

$517

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 10/9

12:10-13:35

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 14/9

18:55-09:40

2 stops12h 45m

$529

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Mon 15/12

14:00-15:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$247

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Tue 16/12

14:00-15:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$247

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Thu 21/8

18:00-19:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$247

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Fri 30/1

14:00-15:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$248

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Best time to book a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne

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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 8 August 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 15 August 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 32% 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 10 August 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Queenstown to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday 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.

Weekly flight availability from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Queenstown to Melbourne. 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 15 August 2025.

The most flights from ZQN to MEL are scheduled on a Wednesday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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

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 15 August 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
7.5
Good
411 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

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
7.5
Good
411 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
411 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

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
6.5
Okay
463 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
411 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

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.

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

    Currently priced at $218, 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 $372. These flights start at 60% 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 (95%), Virgin Australia (95%), Singapore Airlines( 90%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $734 for a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $178 while the most popular route, (Queenstown Intl - Melbourne) is currently priced at $414.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 15 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$218Average$591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$372Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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