Cheap flights from Queenstown to Australia from $189

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Jetstar Logo
13:35 - 14:05
ZQN
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OOL
3h 30mdirect
Jetstar Logo
06:15 - 12:35
OOL
-
ZQN
3h 20mdirect
$407Jetstar
Sat, 7 Mar - Mon, 9 Mar
Jetstar Logo
20:50 - 22:05
ZQN
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SYD
3h 15mdirect
Jetstar Logo
06:15 - 11:10
SYD
-
ZQN
2h 55mdirect
$428Jetstar
Thu, 19 Mar - Sun, 22 Mar
Air New Zealand Logo
16:50 - 07:55
ZQN
-
MEL
17h 05m
1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
09:10 - 14:25
MEL
-
ZQN
3h 15mdirect
$530Air New Zealand
Fri, 20 Mar - Sun, 22 Mar
Air New Zealand Logo
16:05 - 07:00
ZQN
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BNE
17h 55m
1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
18:10 - 08:20
BNE
-
ZQN
11h 10m
1 stop
$530Air New Zealand
Fri, 6 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:35 - 07:55
ZQN
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MEL
19h 20m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:50 - 20:00
MEL
-
ZQN
3h 10mdirect
$548Multiple Airlines
Tue, 10 Mar - Sun, 22 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:35 - 09:25
ZQN
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MEL
20h 50m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:50 - 20:00
MEL
-
ZQN
3h 10mdirect
$555Multiple Airlines
Sat, 14 Mar - Sun, 22 Mar
Virgin Australia Logo
17:30 - 18:15
ZQN
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BNE
3h 45mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
10:10 - 16:40
BNE
-
ZQN
3h 30mdirect
$558Virgin Australia
Tue, 17 Feb - Tue, 3 Mar
Virgin Australia Logo
17:30 - 18:15
ZQN
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BNE
3h 45mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
10:10 - 16:40
BNE
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ZQN
3h 30mdirect
$580Virgin Australia
Thu, 5 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar
Qantas Airways Logo
16:25 - 18:15
ZQN
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BNE
3h 50mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
10:00 - 15:30
BNE
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ZQN
3h 30mdirect
$619Qantas Airways
Sat, 23 May - Wed, 27 May
Qantas Airways Logo
17:45 - 22:50
ZQN
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AVV
7h 05m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
20:55 - 11:10
AVV
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ZQN
12h 15m
1 stop
$773Qantas Airways
Tue, 31 Mar - Thu, 9 Apr

Jetstar flights from Queenstown to Australia

Our best Jetstar deals on Queenstown to Australia flight tickets
Jetstar
7 Mar
ZQN13:35Queenstown Intl
3h 30m
OOL14:05Coolangatta Gold Coast
9 Mar
OOL06:15Coolangatta Gold Coast
3h 20m
ZQN12:35Queenstown Intl
$407
Jetstar
19 Mar
ZQN20:50Queenstown Intl
3h 15m
SYD22:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
22 Mar
SYD06:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
2h 55m
ZQN11:10Queenstown Intl
$428
Jetstar
4 Mar
ZQN20:50Queenstown Intl
3h 15m
SYD22:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
11 Mar
SYD06:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
2h 55m
ZQN11:10Queenstown Intl
$437

Virgin Australia flights from Queenstown to Australia

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Queenstown to Australia flight tickets
Virgin Australia
17 Feb
ZQN17:30Queenstown Intl
3h 45m
BNE18:15Brisbane
3 Mar
BNE10:10Brisbane
3h 30m
ZQN16:40Queenstown Intl
$558
Virgin Australia
5 Mar
ZQN17:30Queenstown Intl
3h 45m
BNE18:15Brisbane
12 Mar
BNE10:10Brisbane
3h 30m
ZQN16:40Queenstown Intl
$580
Virgin Australia
31 Mar
ZQN17:40Queenstown Intl
3h 30m
MEL19:10Melbourne
11 Apr
MEL09:10Melbourne
6h 55m
1 stop
ZQN18:05Queenstown Intl
$601

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Depart

Return

Price

QueenstownCoolangatta

ZQN - OOL

ZQNOOL

Queenstown Intl

Sat 7/3

13:35-14:05

Nonstop3h 30m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Mon 9/3

06:15-12:35

Nonstop3h 20m

$407

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Thu 19/3

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 22/3

06:15-11:10

Nonstop2h 55m

$428

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Fri 20/3

16:50-07:55

1 stop17h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 22/3

09:10-14:25

Nonstop3h 15m

$530

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Fri 6/3

16:05-07:00

1 stop17h 55m

Brisbane

Sun 8/3

18:10-08:20

1 stop11h 10m

$530

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Tue 10/3

14:35-07:55

1 stop19h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 22/3

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

$548

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Sat 14/3

14:35-09:25

2 stops20h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 22/3

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

$555

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Tue 17/2

17:30-18:15

Nonstop3h 45m

Brisbane

Tue 3/3

10:10-16:40

Nonstop3h 30m

$558

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Thu 5/3

17:30-18:15

Nonstop3h 45m

Brisbane

Thu 12/3

10:10-16:40

Nonstop3h 30m

$580

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Sat 23/5

16:25-18:15

Nonstop3h 50m

Brisbane

Wed 27/5

10:00-15:30

Nonstop3h 30m

$619

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - AVV

ZQNAVV

Queenstown Intl

Tue 31/3

17:45-22:50

1 stop7h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 9/4

20:55-11:10

1 stop12h 15m

$773

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Australia?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from Queenstown to Australia. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $455. If you don’t want to visit Australia in May, then you should wait until November to fly from Queenstown, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $495.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Australia from Queenstown is on a Thursday. momondo users have found tickets for Thursday departures for as low as $224. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Queenstown to Australia on a Tuesday will generally be more expensive and average around $327. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Australia is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from Queenstown to Australia in the evening for as low as $226. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Flights to Australia are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $542. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Queenstown Intl to Australia flight route?

Fly from Queenstown Intl to Coolangatta Gold Coast for the best Queenstown Intl - Australia flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Australia from Queenstown when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Australia for around $554 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Australia from Queenstown for as low as $430 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Queenstown Intl to Australia 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 Queenstown to Australia flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Queenstown to Australia.

Cheap Queenstown to Australia flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Queenstown to Australia

Best price found

$273

Fastest flight time

3h 15m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Australia

266 airports
The best one-way flight to Australia from Queenstown in the past 72 hours is $273. The best return flight deal from Queenstown to Australia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $205.
The fastest flight from Queenstown to Australia takes 3h 15m
Direct flights go from Queenstown to Australia every day.
There are 266 airports in Australia. From Queenstown there are direct flights to Melbourne (MEL), Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Queenstown Intl Airport to Australia?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Queenstown Intl Airport to Australia.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Australia?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Australia 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 Australia. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Queenstown to Australia?

Best airlines flying from Queenstown to Australia

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Rating
Free cancellation
Price
JetstarPriceFrom $177Free cancellationRating
6.5
510 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $393Free cancellationRating
7.6
430 reviews
Search Virgin Australia flights

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