Cheap flights from Brisbane to Queenstown from $315

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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNE — ZQN
8 Feb — 15 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Brisbane to Queenstown Intl are usually found in May or February, booked 27 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Brisbane to Queenstown

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Brisbane (BNE) to Queenstown (ZQN). 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 9 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$567

One-way from

$315

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$685

Good round-trip deal

$517 or less

Good one-way deal

$335 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 13/6-20/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 15m total
  • Brisbane to Queenstown
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 11/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 13h 30m total
  • Brisbane to Queenstown
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($47 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($19 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Brisbane to Queenstown Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Brisbane to Queenstown Intl.

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Cheapest flights from Brisbane to Queenstown
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Brisbane to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 January 2026.

Sat 8/819:10BNE - ZQN
1 stop11h 15mAir New Zealand
Sat 15/814:35ZQN - BNE
1 stop19h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$531
Mon 20/719:10BNE - ZQN
2 stops13h 30mAir New Zealand
Fri 24/709:05ZQN - BNE
Nonstop3h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$557
Tue 3/318:10BNE - ZQN
1 stop11h 10mAir New Zealand
Sat 7/314:15ZQN - BNE
1 stop19h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$569
Tue 12/519:10BNE - ZQN
1 stop11h 15mAir New Zealand
Tue 19/511:25ZQN - BNE
2 stops22h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$573
Mon 1/619:10BNE - ZQN
2 stops13h 30mAir New Zealand
Sat 6/616:30ZQN - BNE
1 stop17h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$576
Wed 4/318:10BNE - ZQN
1 stop15h 10mAir New Zealand
Wed 18/320:25ZQN - BNE
1 stop13h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$579
Wed 11/218:10BNE - ZQN
1 stop15h 10mAir New Zealand
Wed 25/216:05ZQN - BNE
2 stops17h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$582
Wed 9/911:55BNE - ZQN
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 22/915:25ZQN - BNE
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$586

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Fly from

Brisbane

Fly to

Queenstown

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BrisbaneQueenstown

BNE - ZQN

BNEZQN

Brisbane

Wed 11/2

18:10-12:20

1 stop15h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 25/2

16:05-07:00

2 stops17h 55m

$582

BrisbaneQueenstown

BNE - ZQN

BNEZQN

Brisbane

Thu 12/3

18:10-16:15

1 stop19h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 19/3

20:25-07:00

1 stop13h 35m

$584

BrisbaneQueenstown

BNE - ZQN

BNEZQN

Brisbane

Thu 29/1

18:10-12:20

1 stop15h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 1/2

19:30-07:00

1 stop14h 30m

$589

BrisbaneQueenstown

BNE - ZQN

BNEZQN

Brisbane

Wed 27/5

19:10-09:40

1 stop12h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 31/5

12:10-08:05

1 stop21h 55m

$592

BrisbaneQueenstown

BNE - ZQN

BNEZQN

Brisbane

Wed 6/5

19:35-08:35

1 stop11h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 10/5

20:25-08:05

1 stop13h 40m

$630

BrisbaneQueenstown

BNE - ZQN

BNEZQN

Brisbane

Wed 4/3

18:05-08:35

1 stop11h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 18/3

20:25-07:00

1 stop13h 35m

$630

BrisbaneQueenstown

BNE - ZQN

BNEZQN

Brisbane

Tue 28/4

19:35-09:40

2 stops12h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 12/5

11:25-18:00

1 stop8h 35m

$643

BrisbaneQueenstown

BNE - ZQN

BNEZQN

Brisbane

Wed 11/2

18:10-08:20

1 stop11h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 25/2

17:30-18:15

Nonstop3h 45m

$648

BrisbaneQueenstown

BNE - ZQN

BNEZQN

Brisbane

Thu 12/3

18:10-08:20

1 stop11h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 19/3

17:30-18:15

Nonstop3h 45m

$649

BrisbaneQueenstown

BNE - ZQN

BNEZQN

Brisbane

Tue 5/5

19:10-10:40

2 stops13h 30m

$315

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Brisbane to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on 2 January 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Brisbane to Queenstown, you should look to book at least 27 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Queenstown (average of $149). Flying from Brisbane to Queenstown in April is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 BNE to ZQN?

Find hourly flight availability from Brisbane to Queenstown. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 9 January 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Brisbane to Queenstown as you normally would.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Queenstown

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Queenstown. 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 Queenstown. Reviews last updated 9 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia from Brisbane to Queenstown. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Brisbane to Queenstown. 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 Brisbane to Queenstown?

    If you book a flight from Brisbane to Queenstown, you will be flying from Brisbane to Queenstown Intl. Flights to Queenstown Intl (ZQN) from Brisbane (BNE) take 3h 30m for a nonstop flight. There are 7 flights from Brisbane to Queenstown per day from 5 airlines.

  • How popular is this Brisbane to Queenstown flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Brisbane to Queenstown?

    A quick flight from Brisbane to Queenstown can take about 15h 10m. Air New Zealand provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $582. The distance between Brisbane and Queenstown is about 2398 km.

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

    Currently priced at $250, Jetstar will fly you from Brisbane to Queenstown and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $307 and $399, respectively. Jetstar is currently priced 64% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Virgin Australia, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $274. Jetstar flights start at $274 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $279 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Brisbane to Queenstown consider choosing Finnair(94%), Air Canada(88%) or Virgin Australia(77%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Brisbane to Queenstown?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,097 for a flight from Brisbane to Queenstown. The cheapest flight overall is $289 while the most popular route, (Brisbane - Queenstown Intl) is currently priced at $530.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Queenstown (average of $149). Flying from Brisbane to Queenstown in April is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$291Average$570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$421Average$842FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$440Average$753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$445Average$630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$486Average$725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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