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Cheap flights from Wellington to Queenstown from $56

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 22/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — ZQN
23 Jul — 30 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Wellington to Queenstown Intl are usually found in June or August, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Wellington to Queenstown

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wellington (WLG) 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 18 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$199

One-way from

$56

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$256

Good one-way deal

$83 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 3/8-6/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 00m total
  • Wellington to Queenstown
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 22/10
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 25m total
  • Wellington to Queenstown
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($51 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Wellington to Queenstown Intl.
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Cheapest flights from Wellington to Queenstown
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wellington to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 July 2025.

Sun 27/708:25WLG - ZQN
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Wed 30/713:00ZQN - WLG
1 stop7h 35mJetstar
Deal found 16/7$199
Thu 9/1007:00WLG - ZQN
1 stop2h 40mAir New Zealand
Mon 13/1017:20ZQN - WLG
1 stop4h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/7$264
Sun 10/808:15WLG - ZQN
1 stop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 13/807:00ZQN - WLG
2 stops12h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7$828

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from Wellington 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 18 July 2025.
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WellingtonQueenstown

WLG - ZQN

WLGZQN

Wellington

Sun 3/8

08:25-09:50

Nonstop1h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 6/8

13:00-20:35

1 stop7h 35m

$199

WellingtonQueenstown

WLG - ZQN

WLGZQN

Wellington

Thu 9/10

07:00-09:40

1 stop2h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 13/10

17:20-21:20

1 stop4h 00m

$264

WellingtonQueenstown

WLG - ZQN

WLGZQN

Wellington

Sun 10/8

08:15-12:15

1 stop4h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 13/8

07:00-19:00

2 stops12h 00m

$828

WellingtonQueenstown

WLG - ZQN

WLGZQN

Wellington

Wed 22/10

08:25-09:50

Nonstop1h 25m

$56

WellingtonQueenstown

WLG - ZQN

WLGZQN

Wellington

Tue 9/9

13:55-15:20

Nonstop1h 25m

$102

WellingtonQueenstown

WLG - ZQN

WLGZQN

Wellington

Fri 28/11

20:05-21:05

2 stops25h 00m

$816

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Deals found on 16/7

Best time to book a flight from Wellington to Queenstown

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Wellington to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on 11 July 2025.

The best time to book flights from Wellington to Queenstown is 84 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 Wellington to Queenstown?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Queenstown (average of $302). Flying from Wellington to Queenstown in December is currently the most expensive (average of $390). 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 WLG to ZQN?

Find hourly flight availability from Wellington 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 18 July 2025.

When flying from Wellington 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 Wellington to Queenstown

Explore weekly flight availability from Wellington 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 18 July 2025.

The most flights from WLG to ZQN are scheduled on a Wednesday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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

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 18 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Air New Zealand, andJetstar from Wellington 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
496 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
458 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

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

    You will need to book a flight from Wellington to Queenstown Intl if you want to fly from Wellington to Queenstown. At least 2 different airlines have flights from Wellington (WLG) to Queenstown Intl (ZQN) on a regular basis. There are 5 flights to Queenstown from the Wellington airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from WLG to ZQN to be around 1h 25m.

  • How popular is this Wellington to Queenstown flight route?

    This flight path from Wellington to Queenstown Intl was viewed by 29 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Wellington to Queenstown is Jetstar. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $199 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Air New Zealand, starting at $264. You may be able to fly from Wellington to Queenstown for 20% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Jetstar, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $56. Air New Zealand flights start at $102 while deals on Emirates start at $816 one-way.

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

    Before booking your flight to Queenstown from Wellington, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Jetstar (92%), Air New Zealand (90%), Qantas Airways( 88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Wellington to Queenstown?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Wellington to Queenstown? While on average our users pay $206, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $54. The most popular route (Wellington - Queenstown Intl), is priced around $110.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Queenstown (average of $302). Flying from Wellington to Queenstown in December is currently the most expensive (average of $390). 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 Wellington to Queenstown

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$89Average$211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$98Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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