Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown from $313
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 17/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ZQN
28 Feb — 7 Mar1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl are usually found in May or June, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday
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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 29 January 2026.
Fri 17/414:50
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ZQN
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Thu 23/412:10
ZQN
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MEL
Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 28/1$434
Sun 10/514:50
MEL
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ZQN
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Sun 17/512:10
ZQN
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MEL
Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 28/1$454
Mon 13/414:50
MEL
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ZQN
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Mon 20/412:10
ZQN
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MEL
Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 27/1$460
Thu 9/414:50
MEL
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ZQN
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Thu 16/412:10
ZQN
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MEL
Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 27/1$461
Thu 9/414:50
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Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Mon 20/412:10
ZQN
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MEL
Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 27/1$463
Wed 3/614:50
MEL
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ZQN
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Wed 10/612:10
ZQN
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MEL
Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 27/1$465
Fri 20/314:50
MEL
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ZQN
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Fri 27/312:10
ZQN
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MEL
Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 28/1$475
Wed 8/414:50
MEL
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ZQN
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Thu 16/412:10
ZQN
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MEL
Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 27/1$480
Sun 22/314:50
MEL
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ZQN
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Fri 27/312:10
ZQN
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MEL
Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 28/1$483
Fri 29/514:50
MEL
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ZQN
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Fri 5/612:10
ZQN
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MEL
Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 28/1$485
Best flights from Melbourne to Queenstown
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Queenstown that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 29 January 2026.
Fri 17/414:50
MEL
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ZQN
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Thu 23/412:10
ZQN
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MEL
Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 28/1$434
Sun 26/414:50
MEL
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ZQN
Nonstop3h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/510:25
ZQN
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MEL
2 stops9h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1$520
Sun 10/514:50
MEL
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ZQN
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Sun 17/512:10
ZQN
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MEL
Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 28/1$454
Sun 26/714:50
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Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Fri 31/712:10
ZQN
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MEL
Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 27/1$454
Fri 17/414:50
MEL
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ZQN
Nonstop3h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 23/410:25
ZQN
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MEL
2 stops13h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1$528
Fri 20/314:50
MEL
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ZQN
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Fri 27/312:10
ZQN
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MEL
Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 29/1$478
Fri 20/318:50
MEL
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ZQN
2 stops15h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 27/312:10
ZQN
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MEL
Nonstop3h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/1$538
Sun 26/714:50
MEL
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ZQN
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Tue 28/713:00
ZQN
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MEL
1 stop11h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/1$508
Sun 26/414:50
MEL
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ZQN
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Sat 2/509:45
ZQN
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1 stop15h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 28/1$517
Sat 6/623:55
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1 stop8h 15m
Jetstar
Mon 8/613:00
ZQN
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MEL
1 stop11h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 27/1$550
Direct flights from Melbourne to Queenstown
Explore direct flight options from Melbourne to Queenstown based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 29 January 2026.
Fri 17/414:50
MEL
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ZQN
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Thu 23/412:10
ZQN
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Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 28/1$434
Mon 13/414:50
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Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Mon 20/412:10
ZQN
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MEL
Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 27/1$460
Thu 9/414:50
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ZQN
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Jetstar
Thu 16/412:10
ZQN
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Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 27/1$461
Fri 20/314:50
MEL
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Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Fri 27/312:10
ZQN
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Jetstar
Deal found 28/1$475
Wed 8/414:50
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Thu 16/412:10
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Jetstar
Deal found 27/1$480
Sun 22/314:50
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Jetstar
Fri 27/312:10
ZQN
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Jetstar
Deal found 28/1$483
Fri 10/414:50
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Jetstar
Deal found 27/1$498
Sun 12/414:50
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Thu 16/412:10
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Jetstar
Deal found 27/1$500
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Queenstown
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Queenstown. Data last updated 29 January 2026 and is based on user searches.
Sat 31/106:00
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ZQN
1 stop6h 15m
Virgin Australia
Sat 7/215:05
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1 stop7h 30m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 28/1$638
Sun 1/206:00
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Virgin Australia
Sun 8/215:05
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1 stop7h 30m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 27/1$628
Mon 2/218:00
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1 stop18h 15m
Virgin Australia
Mon 9/217:30
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1 stop8h 45m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 28/1$642
Tue 3/221:00
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ZQN
1 stop15h 15m
Virgin Australia
Tue 10/217:30
ZQN
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1 stop8h 45m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 29/1$662
Wed 11/216:50
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1 stop21h 50m
Virgin Australia
Sat 14/217:30
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1 stop19h 45m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 28/1$660
Sun 22/207:10
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1 stop7h 30m
Virgin Australia
Mon 2/317:30
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1 stop7h 45m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 26/1$651
Sun 22/214:50
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Mon 2/317:30
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1 stop7h 45m
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Deal found 26/1$667
Wed 25/214:50
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Wed 4/317:30
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Deal found 27/1$611
Wed 25/214:50
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Fri 13/317:30
ZQN
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1 stop8h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1$615
Thu 26/221:00
MEL
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ZQN
1 stop15h 15m
Virgin Australia
Wed 4/317:30
ZQN
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1 stop8h 45m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 27/1$640
Sat 28/217:10
MEL
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1 stop21h 30m
Virgin Australia
Sat 7/315:05
ZQN
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1 stop19h 30m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 28/1$648
One-way flights from Melbourne to Queenstown
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Queenstown. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 29 January 2026.
Wed 25/214:50
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ZQN
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 28/1$313
Fri 17/418:55
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ZQN
2 stops12h 45m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 28/1$314
Fri 27/220:20
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ZQN
1 stop14h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1$346
Sat 14/306:00
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1 stop6h 15m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 28/1$347
Wed 18/206:15
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Virgin Australia
Deal found 27/1$348
Mon 9/217:00
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1 stop19h 15m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 28/1$353
Fri 6/306:00
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1 stop6h 15m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 27/1$354
Mon 6/414:30
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1 stop21h 00m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 27/1$356
Wed 22/418:55
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ZQN
1 stop12h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 27/1$357
Thu 12/206:50
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ZQN
1 stop7h 50m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 28/1$358
Sat 28/207:10
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1 stop7h 30m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 27/1$360
Mon 2/207:10
MEL
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ZQN
1 stop7h 30m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 27/1$361
Find flight deals from Melbourne to Queenstown
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 29 January 2026.
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 29 January 2026.
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MEL - ZQN
MELZQN
Melbourne
Fri 17/4
14:50-20:00
Nonstop3h 10m
Queenstown Intl
Thu 23/4
12:10-13:35
Nonstop3h 25m
$434
MelbourneQueenstown
MEL - ZQN
MELZQN
Melbourne
Sun 10/5
14:50-20:00
Nonstop3h 10m
Queenstown Intl
Sun 17/5
12:10-13:35
Nonstop3h 25m
$454
MelbourneQueenstown
MEL - ZQN
MELZQN
Melbourne
Sun 26/7
14:50-20:00
Nonstop3h 10m
Queenstown Intl
Fri 31/7
12:10-13:35
Nonstop3h 25m
$454
MelbourneQueenstown
MEL - ZQN
MELZQN
Melbourne
Fri 20/3
14:50-20:00
Nonstop3h 10m
Queenstown Intl
Fri 27/3
12:10-13:35
Nonstop3h 25m
$478
MelbourneQueenstown
MEL - ZQN
MELZQN
Melbourne
Sun 26/7
14:50-20:00
Nonstop3h 10m
Queenstown Intl
Tue 28/7
13:00-22:45
1 stop11h 45m
$508
MelbourneQueenstown
MEL - ZQN
MELZQN
Melbourne
Sun 26/4
14:50-20:00
Nonstop3h 10m
Queenstown Intl
Sat 2/5
09:45-22:45
1 stop15h 00m
$517
MelbourneQueenstown
MEL - ZQN
MELZQN
Melbourne
Sun 26/4
14:50-20:00
Nonstop3h 10m
Queenstown Intl
Sat 2/5
10:25-17:45
2 stops9h 20m
$520
MelbourneQueenstown
MEL - ZQN
MELZQN
Melbourne
Fri 17/4
14:50-20:00
Nonstop3h 10m
Queenstown Intl
Thu 23/4
10:25-21:35
2 stops13h 10m
$528
MelbourneQueenstown
MEL - ZQN
MELZQN
Melbourne
Fri 20/3
18:50-12:20
2 stops15h 30m
Queenstown Intl
Fri 27/3
12:10-13:35
Nonstop3h 25m
$538
MelbourneQueenstown
MEL - ZQN
MELZQN
Melbourne
Sat 6/6
23:55-10:10
1 stop8h 15m
Queenstown Intl
Mon 8/6
13:00-22:45
1 stop11h 45m
$550
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on 23 January 2026.
The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown is 88 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 Melbourne Airport to Queenstown?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown (average of $188). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown in January is currently the most expensive (average of $300). 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 29 January 2026.
When flying from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport 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 29 January 2026.
The most flights from MEL to ZQN are scheduled on a Wednesday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).
How often are flights from Melbourne to Queenstown delayed?
About 15% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Queenstown have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 94 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 11% of flights being delayed.
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 29 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Related info for your journey
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What airport do you fly into for flights to Queenstown from Melbourne?
For a flight from Melbourne to Queenstown, you will be flying into Queenstown Intl. Queenstown Intl (ZQN) is just 6.3 km from the centre vof the city. Queenstown Intl is the only Queenstown airport and it handles 9 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 5 airlines have flights to Queenstown Intl from Melbourne on a regular basis.
How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown?
Jetstar can get you from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown in just under 3h 10m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. Airlines will cover a distance of 2145 km. All flights are typically direct.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown round-trip?
Currently priced at $192, Jetstar will fly you from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Virgin Australia and Emirates - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $197 and $296, respectively. These flights start at 62% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $211. 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 Airport to Queenstown for a low price.
What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown consider choosing Jetstar(77%), IndiGo(75%) or Qantas Airways(75%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown? While on average our users pay $555, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $278. The most popular route (Melbourne - Queenstown Intl), is priced around $435.
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 Airport to Queenstown?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown (average of $188). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown in January is currently the most expensive (average of $300). 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 5 airlines flying from Melbourne to Queenstown
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