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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown from $279

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 15/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ZQN
21 May — 28 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl are usually found in May or October, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Friday

Cheap 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 16 May 2025.

Round-trip from

$481

One-way from

$279

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$483

Good round-trip deal

$259 or less

Good one-way deal

$279 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 13/6-22/6
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Queenstown
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/6
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Queenstown
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($137 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 May 2025
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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 16 May 2025.

Fri 13/614:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Sun 22/612:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 14/5$481
Fri 13/618:25MEL - ZQN
1 stop15h 55mAir New Zealand
Sun 22/615:40ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 14/5$579
Fri 13/618:25MEL - ZQN
1 stop15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 22/612:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5$593
Fri 19/1221:00MEL - ZQN
1 stop12h 30mVirgin Australia
Mon 5/119:50ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 15/5$615
Tue 3/609:10MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mQantas Airways
Sun 8/613:35ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/5$734
Tue 3/618:50MEL - ZQN
1 stop17h 40mEmirates
Sun 8/613:35ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mEmirates
Deal found 15/5$782

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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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Queenstown

Route

Departure

Return

Price

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Fri 13/6

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 22/6

12:10-13:35

Nonstop3h 25m

$481

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Fri 13/6

18:25-12:20

1 stop15h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 22/6

15:40-17:10

Nonstop3h 30m

$579

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Fri 13/6

18:25-12:20

1 stop15h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 22/6

12:10-13:35

Nonstop3h 25m

$593

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sat 13/9

15:00-12:20

1 stop19h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 21/9

18:00-19:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$644

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Tue 3/6

09:10-14:20

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 8/6

13:35-15:00

Nonstop3h 25m

$734

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Tue 3/6

18:50-14:30

1 stop17h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 8/6

13:35-15:00

Nonstop3h 25m

$782

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sun 29/6

08:00-12:20

2 stops26h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 6/7

16:50-13:05

2 stops22h 15m

$1,368

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sun 15/6

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

$279

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Tue 26/8

09:10-14:25

Nonstop3h 15m

$331

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sat 4/10

11:35-17:45

Nonstop3h 10m

$353

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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 Airport to Queenstown

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 9 May 2025.

Booking 42 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown. 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 Melbourne Airport to Queenstown?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown (average of $114). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown in February is currently the most expensive (average of $185). 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 16 May 2025.

When flying from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 52% versus a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Queenstown by month

Plan your trip to Queenstown by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Queenstown ranges from 50.0 - 80.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 80.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Queenstown when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Queenstown by month

Plan your trip to Queenstown by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Queenstown, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 3.0 C).

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 16 May 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways from Melbourne 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
8.0
Very Good
3,230 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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
8.0
Very Good
3,230 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,230 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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
476 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,230 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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
838 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,230 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,777 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,230 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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
7.5
Good
402 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,230 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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?

    Queenstown Intl (ZQN) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Queenstown. You should not have trouble finding flights to Queenstown Intl from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 3 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Queenstown airport from Melbourne. It is only a 6.3 km journey from Queenstown Intl (ZQN) to Queenstown’s city centre.

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

    Jetstar, at $481, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown for 12% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $279 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia, with prices starting from $331 and $353, respectively.

  • 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 Air New Zealand(80%), Jetstar(71%) or Etihad Airways(63%), 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?

    While on average a flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown is generally $278, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $250. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Queenstown Intl), you can expect to pay $486 for that flight.

  • 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 Airport to Queenstown?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown (average of $114). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown in February is currently the most expensive (average of $185). 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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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$235Average$551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$252Average$555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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