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Cheap flights from Queenstown to Melbourne from $173

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Jetstar Logo
12:10 - 13:35ZQN-MEL
3h 25mdirect
Jetstar Logo
14:50 - 20:00MEL-ZQN
3h 10mdirect
$466Jetstar
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Wed, 3 Sep - Wed, 10 Sep
Jetstar Logo
12:10 - 13:35ZQN-MEL
3h 25mdirect
Jetstar Logo
14:50 - 20:00MEL-ZQN
3h 10mdirect
$477Jetstar
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Wed, 3 Sep - Wed, 10 Sep
Logo
12:10 - 13:35ZQN-MEL
3h 25mdirect
Logo
18:55 - 18:40MEL-ZQN
21h 45m1 stop
$558
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Wed, 3 Sep - Sat, 6 Sep
Logo
12:10 - 13:35ZQN-MEL
3h 25mdirect
Logo
12:05 - 09:40MEL-ZQN
19h 35m2 stops
$569
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Wed, 3 Sep - Wed, 10 Sep
Air New Zealand Logo
07:00 - 20:35ZQN-MEL
15h 35m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
18:55 - 09:50MEL-ZQN
12h 55m1 stop
$625Air New Zealand
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Fri, 12 Sep - Mon, 15 Sep
Air New Zealand Logo
20:25 - 17:45ZQN-MEL
23h 20m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
17:55 - 12:15MEL-ZQN
15h 20m2 stops
$627Air New Zealand
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Tue, 23 Sep - Tue, 30 Sep
Qantas Airways Logo
14:40 - 16:05ZQN-MEL
3h 25mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
14:50 - 20:00MEL-ZQN
3h 10mdirect
$749Qantas Airways
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Thu, 21 Aug - Wed, 27 Aug
Virgin Australia Logo
13:15 - 20:35ZQN-MEL
9h 20m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
15:10 - 16:40MEL-ZQN
22h 30m1 stop
$757Virgin Australia
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Sun, 21 Sep - Sun, 28 Sep
Qantas Airways Logo
14:40 - 16:05ZQN-MEL
3h 25mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
14:50 - 20:00MEL-ZQN
3h 10mdirect
$772Qantas Airways
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Thu, 21 Aug - Wed, 27 Aug
Virgin Australia Logo
13:15 - 20:35ZQN-MEL
9h 20m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
15:10 - 16:40MEL-ZQN
22h 30m1 stop
$779Virgin Australia
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Sun, 21 Sep - Sun, 28 Sep

Jetstar flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport

Our best Jetstar deals on Queenstown to Melbourne Airport flight tickets
Jetstar
3 Sept
ZQN12:10Queenstown Intl
3h 25m
MEL13:35Melbourne
10 Sept
MEL14:50Melbourne
3h 10m
ZQN20:00Queenstown Intl
$466
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Jetstar
3 Sept
ZQN12:10Queenstown Intl
3h 25m
MEL13:35Melbourne
10 Sept
MEL14:50Melbourne
3h 10m
ZQN20:00Queenstown Intl
$477
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Jetstar
3 Sept
ZQN13:00Queenstown Intl
11h 45m
1 stop
MEL22:45Melbourne
10 Sept
MEL14:50Melbourne
3h 10m
ZQN20:00Queenstown Intl
$521
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Air New Zealand flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Queenstown to Melbourne Airport flight tickets
Air New Zealand
12 Sept
ZQN07:00Queenstown Intl
15h 35m
1 stop
MEL20:35Melbourne
15 Sept
MEL18:55Melbourne
12h 55m
1 stop
ZQN09:50Queenstown Intl
$625
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Air New Zealand
23 Sept
ZQN20:25Queenstown Intl
23h 20m
1 stop
MEL17:45Melbourne
30 Sept
MEL17:55Melbourne
15h 20m
2 stops
ZQN12:15Queenstown Intl
$627
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Air New Zealand
23 Sept
ZQN18:20Queenstown Intl
15h 50m
2 stops
MEL08:10Melbourne
30 Sept
MEL17:55Melbourne
15h 20m
2 stops
ZQN12:15Queenstown Intl
$645
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport 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 9 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 3/9

12:10-13:35

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 10/9

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

$466

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 3/9

12:10-13:35

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 10/9

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

$477

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 3/9

12:10-13:35

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Sat 6/9

18:55-18:40

1 stop21h 45m

$558

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 3/9

12:10-13:35

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 10/9

12:05-09:40

2 stops19h 35m

$569

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Fri 12/9

07:00-20:35

1 stop15h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 15/9

18:55-09:50

1 stop12h 55m

$625

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Tue 23/9

20:25-17:45

1 stop23h 20m

Melbourne

Tue 30/9

17:55-12:15

2 stops15h 20m

$627

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Thu 21/8

14:40-16:05

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 27/8

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

$749

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Sun 21/9

13:15-20:35

1 stop9h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 28/9

15:10-16:40

1 stop22h 30m

$757

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Thu 21/8

14:40-16:05

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 27/8

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

$772

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Sun 21/9

13:15-20:35

1 stop9h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 28/9

15:10-16:40

1 stop22h 30m

$779

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport?

The month of March is another great option to travel to Melbourne Airport, with average flight prices from Queenstown averaging around $494.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport is on a Tuesday. Travellers who choose to depart for Melbourne Airport on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $229. On the other hand, Wednesday is the most expensive day to depart from Queenstown because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $288.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Melbourne Airport is in the morning. Flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport during this time can be as low as $208. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at midday when prices are $311 on average. Flights to Melbourne Airport from Queenstown at midday are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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 Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne Airport from Queenstown when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne Airport for around $548 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne Airport from Queenstown for as low as $440 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.

How have Queenstown to Melbourne Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Queenstown to Melbourne Airport flights are approximately 5% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (ZQN to MEL) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

$173

Fastest flight time

3h 25m

Direct flights

Every day
The best one-way flight to Melbourne Airport from Queenstown in the past 72 hours is $173. The best return flight deal from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $466.
The fastest flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport takes 3h 25m
Direct flights go from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport every day.
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  • How far is Queenstown Intl to Melbourne by plane?

    Melbourne is 2138.9 km away from Queenstown Intl. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 3h 25m.

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

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

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

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

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Melbourne 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 Melbourne Airport. 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 Melbourne Airport?

  • What is the most popular airline from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport?

Best airlines flying from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport

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Rating
Free cancellation
Price
Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $218Free cancellationRating
7.5
411 reviews
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JetstarPriceFrom $372Free cancellationRating
6.5
461 reviews
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  • Virgin Australia Flights From Queenstown to Melbourne Airport

    Virgin Australia flies from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport around 7 times per week, with 411 momondo users rating the airline 7.5/10. The cheapest Virgin Australia deal from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport in the last 72 hours was $142 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $385 for Virgin Australia flights on this route.

  • Jetstar Flights From Queenstown to Melbourne Airport

    Jetstar is also a popular choice for this route. Jetstar flight deals for Queenstown to Melbourne Airport start from as low as $243 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average Jetstar deals seen on momondo around $319. Jetstar operates 3 flights to Melbourne Airport from Queenstown in an average week. Users have rated it 6.5/10 across 461 reviews.

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Can I find flights from Queenstown to Melbourne with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Melbourne from Queenstown on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights from Queenstown to Melbourne?

momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight from Queenstown to Melbourne.

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