Question 1

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Queenstown?

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The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Queenstown is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as $506. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Melbourne to Queenstown for around $565.

Question 2

Which airlines fly to Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

Virgin Australia, Air New Zealand and Jetstar are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Queenstown from Melbourne according to our data. Virgin Australia is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Queenstown. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Queenstown on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 3

How often are flights from Melbourne to Queenstown delayed?

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Historically, on average around 15% of flights between Melbourne and Queenstown have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 96 minutes.

Question 4

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Queenstown Intl flight route?

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Fly from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl for the best Melbourne - Queenstown Intl flight prices

Question 5

How many flights depart from Melbourne to Queenstown on average per day?

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As of January 2026, 10 flights take off from Melbourne and land in Queenstown each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 08:00, with 79% of daily flights taking off at midday.

Question 6

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl?

Accepted Answer

Air New Zealand and Jetstar are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 8

What is the cheapest month to fly to Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

The month of June is another great option to travel to Queenstown, with average flight prices from Melbourne averaging around $458.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Virgin Australia have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 10% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 10

What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to Queenstown Intl flights?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to Queenstown Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 11

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Melbourne and Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from $456 to $656.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $433.

Question 12

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Queenstown?

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According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Queenstown is at midday. momondo users have found flights departing from Melbourne to Queenstown at midday for as low as $452. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Queenstown, so prices are often more expensive at around $544 per ticket.

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

Sunday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Tuesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 14

How many flights depart from Melbourne to Queenstown on average per week?

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between Melbourne and Queenstown is 72 per week as of January 2026. The most frequent departure day is Sat, with 21% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Question 15

How far in advance should I book a flight to Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Queenstown from Melbourne when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Queenstown for around $520 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Queenstown from Melbourne for as low as $404 on momondo.

Question 16

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl Airport?

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Prices for flights from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl Airport were last updated today.

Question 17

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl Airport.

Question 18

How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl Airport.

Question 19

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Queenstown Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Queenstown Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Queenstown Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Queenstown?

The month of June is another great option to travel to Queenstown, with average flight prices from Melbourne averaging around $458.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Queenstown?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Queenstown?

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Queenstown Intl flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Queenstown?

What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to Queenstown Intl flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to Queenstown Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl?

Air New Zealand and Jetstar are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl

Which airlines fly to Queenstown?

How often are flights from Melbourne to Queenstown delayed?

Historically, on average around 15% of flights between Melbourne and Queenstown have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 96 minutes.

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

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

Sunday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Tuesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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

According to our data, Virgin Australia have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 10% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Melbourne to Queenstown on average per day?

As of January 2026, 10 flights take off from Melbourne and land in Queenstown each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 08:00, with 79% of daily flights taking off at midday.

How many flights depart from Melbourne to Queenstown on average per week?

The number of flights available between Melbourne and Queenstown is 72 per week as of January 2026. The most frequent departure day is Sat, with 21% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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