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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Queenstown from $286

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 6/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ZQN
5 Sep — 12 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl are usually found in May or October, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Sunday

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Queenstown
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 August 2026.

Sun 6/911:35 -
Nonstop3h 10m
Thu 17/917:40 -
Nonstop3h 30m
Deal found 4/8$438
Sun 6/911:35 -
Nonstop3h 10m
Wed 9/917:40 -
Nonstop3h 30m
Deal found 4/8$461
Thu 15/1014:50 -
Nonstop3h 10m
Sun 25/1012:10 -
Nonstop3h 25m
Deal found 4/8$479
Sun 30/814:50 -
Nonstop3h 10m
Tue 8/917:40 -
Nonstop3h 30m
Deal found 4/8$482
Fri 28/814:50 -
Nonstop3h 10m
Thu 3/917:40 -
Nonstop3h 30m
Deal found 2/8$484
Wed 2/914:50 -
Nonstop3h 10m
Fri 11/912:10 -
Nonstop3h 25m
Deal found 5/8$501
Fri 4/914:50 -
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Fri 11/912:10 -
Nonstop3h 25m
Deal found 2/8$502
Wed 14/1014:50 -
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Wed 21/1017:40 -
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Deal found 2/8$506
Wed 2/914:50 -
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Wed 9/917:40 -
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Deal found 5/8$508
Sun 15/1108:00 -
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Wed 25/1112:10 -
Nonstop3h 25m
Deal found 6/8$509
Wed 14/1020:55 -
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Wed 28/1020:50 -
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Deal found 6/8$682
Thu 29/1006:00 -
1 stop27h 10m
Tue 3/1120:50 -
1 stop12h 45m
Deal found 3/8$684

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Queenstown

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) 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 6 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$438

One-way from

$286

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$535
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 6/9-17/9
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Queenstown
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Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 6/9
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Queenstown
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Queenstown 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 6 August 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL Melbourne - ZQN Queenstown Intl

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sun 6/9

11:35-16:45

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 17/9

17:40-19:10

Nonstop3h 30m

$462
Fastest return journey

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL Melbourne - ZQN Queenstown Intl

MELZQN

Melbourne

Wed 2/9

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 11/9

12:10-13:35

Nonstop3h 25m

$501

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL Melbourne - ZQN Queenstown Intl

MELZQN

Melbourne

Mon 2/11

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 20/11

12:10-13:35

Nonstop3h 25m

$522

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL Melbourne - ZQN Queenstown Intl

MELZQN

Melbourne

Wed 26/8

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 2/9

12:10-13:35

Nonstop3h 25m

$522

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL Melbourne - ZQN Queenstown Intl

MELZQN

Melbourne

Tue 1/9

11:35-16:45

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 8/9

17:40-19:10

Nonstop3h 30m

$583

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL Melbourne - ZQN Queenstown Intl

MELZQN

Melbourne

Fri 4/9

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 11/9

10:50-22:45

1 stop13h 55m

$591

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL Melbourne - ZQN Queenstown Intl

MELZQN

Melbourne

Wed 26/8

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 28/8

12:10-13:35

Nonstop3h 25m

$591

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL Melbourne - ZQN Queenstown Intl

MELZQN

Melbourne

Wed 16/9

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 18/9

12:10-13:35

Nonstop3h 25m

$661

MelbourneQueenstown

AVV Melbourne Avalon - ZQN Queenstown Intl

AVVZQN

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 2/2

14:50-11:10

1 stop18h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 8/2

20:50-07:35

1 stop12h 45m

$698

MelbourneQueenstown

AVV Melbourne Avalon - ZQN Queenstown Intl

AVVZQN

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 18/8

06:00-16:45

1 stop8h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 20/8

07:00-22:50

1 stop17h 50m

$824

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Queenstown

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Queenstown (average of $499). Flying from Melbourne to Queenstown in December is currently the most expensive (average of $642). 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 MEL to ZQN?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 6 August 2026.

When flying from Melbourne to Queenstown, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Queenstown

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Queenstown. 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 6 August 2026.

The most flights from ME1 to ZQN are scheduled on a Thursday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Melbourne to Queenstown flights typically cost between $372 and $644 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $438 on Virgin Australia (6 Sept–17 Sept).

How often are flights from Melbourne to Queenstown delayed?

About 17% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Queenstown have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 85 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Queenstown flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Queenstown flights?

Over the past year, Virgin Australia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Queenstown, you should look to book at least 87 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.

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 6 August 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia from Melbourne to Queenstown by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,644 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,644 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,644 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
659 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,644 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
469 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,644 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,079 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,644 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
565 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,644 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Queenstown. 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 into for flights to Queenstown from Melbourne?

    Located just 6.3 km from the city centre, Queenstown Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Queenstown from Melbourne. Booking flights from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl (ZQN) should be relatively easy as there are 7 daily inbound flights from Melbourne from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Queenstown?

    A quick flight from Melbourne to Queenstown can take about 3h 10m. Virgin Australia provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $462. Melbourne and Queenstown are separated by a distance of 2145 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Melbourne to Queenstown is Jetstar. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $224 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, starting at $247 and $299 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Melbourne to Queenstown for 60% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $229. However, be on the lookout for offers from Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne to Queenstown for a low price.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne to Queenstown consider choosing Qatar Airways(94%), China Southern(82%) or Virgin Australia(82%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Queenstown?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne to Queenstown? While on average our users pay $483, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $267. The most popular route (Melbourne - Queenstown Intl), is priced around $438.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Queenstown (average of $499). Flying from Melbourne to Queenstown in December is currently the most expensive (average of $642). 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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JetstarCheapest$224Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$247Average$602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$299Average$688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$316Average$596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$321Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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