How many flights depart from New South Wales to Queenstown on average per day?

As of February 2026, 30 flights take off from New South Wales and land in Queenstown each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 09:00, with 59% of daily flights taking off at midday.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New South Wales to Queenstown Intl?

Jetstar and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from New South Wales to Queenstown Intl

Which airlines fly to Queenstown?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Queenstown from New South Wales according to our data. Jetstar is the first choice among our users, with 46% 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.

How long does it take to fly to Queenstown?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in New South Wales you fly out of and what airport in Queenstown you fly into. For example, flying from Newcastle to Queenstown takes 45m on average. On the other hand, flying from Sydney to Queenstown takes 2h 55m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

How many flights depart from New South Wales to Queenstown on average per week?

215 flights are operational weekly from New South Wales to Queenstown as of February 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 16% of flights per week taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New South Wales to Queenstown Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from New South Wales to Queenstown Intl Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New South Wales to Queenstown Intl Airport?

There are 5 operators available for flights from New South Wales to Queenstown Intl Airport as of February 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from New South Wales to Queenstown Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New South Wales to Queenstown Intl Airport.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Queenstown Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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06:20 - 11:40

OOL

ZQN

3h 20mdirect

12:40 - 14:15

ZQN

OOL

3h 35mdirect

$374Jetstar

Tue, 5 May - Tue, 12 May

06:20 - 11:40

OOL

ZQN

3h 20mdirect

12:40 - 14:15

ZQN

OOL

3h 35mdirect

$389Jetstar

Mon, 20 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr

06:15 - 11:10

SYD

ZQN

2h 55mdirect

17:45 - 19:00

ZQN

SYD

3h 15mdirect

$394Jetstar

Wed, 22 Apr - Sat, 25 Apr

19:50 - 11:40

NTL

ZQN

13h 50m

1 stop

16:35 - 10:40

ZQN

NTL

20h 05m

1 stop

$820Multiple Airlines

Sun, 5 Apr - Sun, 12 Apr

07:50 - 16:40

NTL

ZQN

6h 50m

1 stop

17:30 - 15:40

ZQN

NTL

24h 10m

1 stop

$832Virgin Australia

Sat, 7 Mar - Mon, 9 Mar

11:20 - 21:15

BNK

ZQN

7h 55m

1 stop

15:25 - 20:10

ZQN

BNK

6h 45m

1 stop

$909Qantas Airways

Mon, 4 May - Mon, 11 May

10:50 - 08:35

NTL

ZQN

19h 45m

2 stops

13:35 - 12:25

ZQN

NTL

24h 50m

1 stop

$909Multiple Airlines

Sat, 7 Mar - Mon, 9 Mar

11:20 - 21:15

BNK

ZQN

7h 55m

1 stop

13:30 - 15:25

ZQN

BNK

27h 55m

1 stop

$933Qantas Airways

Sat, 30 May - Sun, 31 May

12:05 - 21:15

PQQ

ZQN

7h 10m

1 stop

07:00 - 19:45

ZQN

PQQ

14h 45m

1 stop

$1,079Emirates

Sat, 13 Jun - Wed, 17 Jun

15:50 - 21:15

PQQ

ZQN

27h 25m

1 stop

07:00 - 16:25

ZQN

PQQ

11h 25m

1 stop

$1,785Emirates

Thu, 2 Apr - Thu, 9 Apr

Jetstar flights from New South Wales to Queenstown

Our best Jetstar deals on New South Wales to Queenstown flight tickets

Jetstar

5 May

OOL06:20Coolangatta Gold Coast

3h 20m

ZQN11:40Queenstown Intl

12 May

ZQN12:40Queenstown Intl

3h 35m

OOL14:15Coolangatta Gold Coast

$374

Jetstar

20 Apr

OOL06:20Coolangatta Gold Coast

3h 20m

ZQN11:40Queenstown Intl

28 Apr

ZQN12:40Queenstown Intl

3h 35m

OOL14:15Coolangatta Gold Coast

$389

Jetstar

22 Apr

SYD06:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

2h 55m

ZQN11:10Queenstown Intl

29 Apr

ZQN20:50Queenstown Intl

3h 15m

SYD22:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

$394

Virgin Australia flights from New South Wales to Queenstown

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Virgin Australia

3 Mar

SYD07:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

7h 40m

1 stop

ZQN16:40Queenstown Intl

30 Apr

ZQN14:25Queenstown Intl

3h 20m

SYD15:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

$602

Virgin Australia

20 Feb

SYD11:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 10m

1 stop

ZQN13:10Queenstown Intl

10 May

ZQN14:25Queenstown Intl

3h 20m

SYD15:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

$607

Virgin Australia

22 Feb

SYD07:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

7h 40m

1 stop

ZQN16:40Queenstown Intl

17 May

ZQN14:25Queenstown Intl

3h 20m

SYD15:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

$620

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OOL - ZQN

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Coolangatta Gold Coast

Tue 5/5

06:20-11:40

Nonstop3h 20m

Queenstown Intl

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12:40-14:15

Nonstop3h 35m

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OOL - ZQN

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Mon 20/4

06:20-11:40

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Mon 27/4

12:40-14:15

Nonstop3h 35m

$389

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SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/4

06:15-11:10

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 25/4

17:45-19:00

Nonstop3h 15m

$394

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NTL - ZQN

NTLZQN

Newcastle Williamtown

Sun 5/4

19:50-11:40

1 stop13h 50m

Queenstown Intl

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16:35-10:40

1 stop20h 05m

$820

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NTLZQN

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Sat 7/3

07:50-16:40

1 stop6h 50m

Queenstown Intl

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17:30-15:40

1 stop24h 10m

$832

BallinaQueenstown

BNK - ZQN

BNKZQN

Ballina Byron

Mon 4/5

11:20-21:15

1 stop7h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 11/5

15:25-20:10

1 stop6h 45m

$909

NewcastleQueenstown

NTL - ZQN

NTLZQN

Newcastle Williamtown

Sat 7/3

10:50-08:35

2 stops19h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 9/3

13:35-12:25

1 stop24h 50m

$909

BallinaQueenstown

BNK - ZQN

BNKZQN

Ballina Byron

Sat 30/5

11:20-21:15

1 stop7h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 31/5

13:30-15:25

1 stop27h 55m

$933

Port MacquarieQueenstown

PQQ - ZQN

PQQZQN

Port Macquarie

Sat 13/6

12:05-21:15

1 stop7h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 17/6

07:00-19:45

1 stop14h 45m

$1,079

Port MacquarieQueenstown

PQQ - ZQN

PQQZQN

Port Macquarie

Thu 2/4

15:50-21:15

1 stop27h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 9/4

07:00-16:25

1 stop11h 25m

$1,785

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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 New South Wales averaging around $483.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Queenstown is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $500. 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 New South Wales to Queenstown for around $602.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Queenstown is at midday. momondo users have found flights departing from New South Wales to Queenstown at midday for as low as $451. 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 $561 per ticket.

What is the cheapest New South Wales to Queenstown Intl flight route?

Fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Queenstown Intl for the best New South Wales - Queenstown Intl flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Queenstown from New South Wales when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Queenstown for around $541 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 New South Wales for as low as $477 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New South Wales to Queenstown Intl flights?

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

Can stopping save me money on New South Wales to Queenstown flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between New South Wales to Queenstown.

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Best price found	$309
Fastest flight time	0h 45m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Queenstown	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Queenstown from New South Wales in the past 72 hours is $309. The best return flight deal from New South Wales to Queenstown found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $452.

The fastest flight from New South Wales to Queenstown takes 0h 45m

Direct flights go from New South Wales to Queenstown every day.

There is 1 airport in Queenstown. From New South Wales there are direct flights to Queenstown Intl (ZQN).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from New South Wales to Queenstown Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from New South Wales to Queenstown Intl Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New South Wales to Queenstown Intl Airport?
There are 5 operators available for flights from New South Wales to Queenstown Intl Airport as of February 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from New South Wales to Queenstown Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New South Wales to Queenstown Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Queenstown Intl Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Queenstown Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from New South Wales to Queenstown?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from New South Wales to Queenstown is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (43.17% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737 MAX 8 (18.56%), Airbus A320-100/200 (18.56%), and Airbus A320neo (18.51%).

Best airlines flying from New South Wales to Queenstown

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Jetstar	PriceFrom $214	Free cancellation	Rating 6.5 523 reviews	Search Jetstar flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $269	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 440 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $297	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 587 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $360	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 992 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $361	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,522 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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