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Cheap flights from Queenstown to Melbourne from $245

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne departing on 11/12. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Air New Zealand Logo
10:25 - 07:55ZQN-MEL
23h 30m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
09:10 - 14:25MEL-ZQN
3h 15mdirect
$530Air New Zealand
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Thu, 26 Mar - Sun, 29 Mar
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14:00 - 15:35ZQN-MEL
3h 35mdirect
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09:10 - 14:25MEL-ZQN
3h 15mdirect
$544Multiple Airlines
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Thu, 26 Mar - Sun, 29 Mar
Air New Zealand Logo
08:50 - 17:45ZQN-MEL
10h 55m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
18:25 - 16:05MEL-ZQN
19h 40m1 stop
$558Air New Zealand
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Fri, 27 Mar - Sun, 5 Apr
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:10 - 13:35ZQN-MEL
3h 25mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:25 - 16:05MEL-ZQN
19h 40m1 stop
$562Multiple Airlines
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Fri, 27 Mar - Sun, 5 Apr
Virgin Australia Logo
14:00 - 15:35ZQN-MEL
3h 35mdirect
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07:10 - 16:40MEL-ZQN
7h 30m1 stop
$587Virgin Australia
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Thu, 5 Mar - Tue, 10 Mar
Virgin Australia Logo
19:50 - 21:25ZQN-MEL
3h 35mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
08:00 - 13:10MEL-ZQN
3h 10mdirect
$590Virgin Australia
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Fri, 26 Dec - Thu, 1 Jan
Jetstar Logo
12:10 - 13:35ZQN-MEL
3h 25mdirect
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14:50 - 20:00MEL-ZQN
3h 10mdirect
$648Jetstar
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Fri, 27 Mar - Sun, 5 Apr
Qantas Airways Logo
15:30 - 20:20ZQN-MEL
6h 50m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
06:30 - 14:35MEL-ZQN
6h 05m1 stop
$652Qantas Airways
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Wed, 3 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec
Jetstar Logo
12:10 - 13:35ZQN-MEL
3h 25mdirect
Jetstar Logo
14:50 - 20:00MEL-ZQN
3h 10mdirect
$721Jetstar
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Wed, 3 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec
Qantas Airways Logo
20:50 - 08:05ZQN-MEL
13h 15m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
08:00 - 13:05MEL-ZQN
3h 05mdirect
$764Qantas Airways
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Thu, 4 Dec - Thu, 11 Dec

Air New Zealand flights from Queenstown to Melbourne

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Queenstown to Melbourne flight tickets
Air New Zealand
26 Mar
ZQN10:25Queenstown Intl
23h 30m
1 stop
MEL07:55Melbourne
29 Mar
MEL09:10Melbourne
3h 15m
ZQN14:25Queenstown Intl
$530
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Air New Zealand
27 Mar
ZQN08:50Queenstown Intl
10h 55m
1 stop
MEL17:45Melbourne
5 Apr
MEL18:25Melbourne
19h 40m
1 stop
ZQN16:05Queenstown Intl
$558
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Air New Zealand
26 Mar
ZQN16:50Queenstown Intl
17h 05m
1 stop
MEL07:55Melbourne
29 Mar
MEL18:25Melbourne
17h 35m
1 stop
ZQN14:00Queenstown Intl
$565
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Virgin Australia flights from Queenstown to Melbourne

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Virgin Australia
5 Mar
ZQN14:00Queenstown Intl
3h 35m
MEL15:35Melbourne
10 Mar
MEL07:10Melbourne
7h 30m
1 stop
ZQN16:40Queenstown Intl
$587
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Virgin Australia
26 Dec
ZQN19:50Queenstown Intl
3h 35m
MEL21:25Melbourne
1 Jan
MEL08:00Melbourne
3h 10m
ZQN13:10Queenstown Intl
$590
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Virgin Australia
5 Mar
ZQN14:00Queenstown Intl
3h 35m
MEL15:35Melbourne
9 Mar
MEL16:10Melbourne
22h 30m
1 stop
ZQN16:40Queenstown Intl
$664
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Queenstown to Melbourne 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, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 6 November 2025.
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QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Thu 26/3

10:25-07:55

1 stop23h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 29/3

09:10-14:25

Nonstop3h 15m

$530

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Thu 26/3

14:00-15:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 29/3

09:10-14:25

Nonstop3h 15m

$544

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Fri 27/3

08:50-17:45

1 stop10h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 5/4

18:25-16:05

1 stop19h 40m

$558

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Fri 27/3

12:10-13:35

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 5/4

18:25-16:05

1 stop19h 40m

$562

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Thu 5/3

14:00-15:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

07:10-16:40

1 stop7h 30m

$587

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Fri 26/12

19:50-21:25

Nonstop3h 35m

Melbourne

Thu 1/1

08:00-13:10

Nonstop3h 10m

$590

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Fri 27/3

12:10-13:35

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 5/4

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

$648

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 3/12

15:30-20:20

1 stop6h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 10/12

06:30-14:35

1 stop6h 05m

$652

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 3/12

12:10-13:35

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 10/12

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

$721

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Thu 4/12

20:50-08:05

1 stop13h 15m

Melbourne

Thu 11/12

08:00-13:05

Nonstop3h 05m

$764

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Queenstown to Melbourne

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Queenstown to Melbourne. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $519. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of March, then flying in June is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $536.

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

Our data shows that Saturday is the least expensive day to fly to Melbourne. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $237. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Tuesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Melbourne on Tuesday is $306.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Melbourne is in the morning. Flights from Queenstown to Melbourne during this time can be as low as $221. Flights to Melbourne are more costly at midday, with an average ticket price of $321. Departure times at midday fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Queenstown Intl to Melbourne flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne from Queenstown when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne for around $574 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne from Queenstown for as low as $450 on momondo.

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

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

Cheap Queenstown to Melbourne flight deals and tips

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

Fastest flight time

3h 25m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Melbourne

1 airport
The fastest flight from Queenstown to Melbourne takes 3h 25m
Direct flights go from Queenstown to Melbourne every day.
There is 1 airport near Melbourne: Melbourne (MEL)
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  • How far is Queenstown Intl to Melbourne by plane?

    Melbourne is 2121.4 km away from Queenstown Intl. By plane, this route typically takes 3h 25m.

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

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

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

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

    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 Queenstown Intl Airport to Melbourne.

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

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

Best airlines flying from Queenstown to Melbourne

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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $261Free cancellationRating
7.6
424 reviews
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JetstarPriceFrom $307Free cancellationRating
6.6
480 reviews
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