How long does it take to fly to Queenstown?

Flight times from California to Queenstown vary, but if you’re flying out of San Francisco and flying into Queenstown (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 17h 35m on average. Another popular route from California to Queenstown is flying from Los Angeles to Queenstown, which will take roughly 18h 35m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand are the most popular carriers operating from California to Queenstown Intl

What airlines fly to Queenstown?

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Queenstown from California according to our data. Air New Zealand is the first choice among our users, with 82% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Queenstown. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Queenstown on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

There are 3 operators available for flights from California to Queenstown Intl Airport as of August 2025.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Queenstown Intl Airport.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Queenstown Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Queenstown Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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2:10 pm - 4:35 pmLAX-ZQN

29h 25m2 stops

8:25 pm - 11:48 amZQN-LAX

36h 23m2 stops

$910

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Sat, Jan 17 - Thu, Jan 22

10:45 pm - 7:40 pmLAX-ZQN

23h 55m2 stops

7:00 am - 11:50 amZQN-LAX

25h 50m2 stops

$912

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Sun, Jan 18 - Fri, Jan 23

7:05 pm - 10:40 amLAX-ZQN

18h 35m2 stops

2:35 pm - 11:15 amZQN-LAX

17h 40m2 stops

$951Air New Zealand

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Mon, Jan 12 - Sat, Jan 31

7:05 pm - 10:40 amLAX-ZQN

18h 35m2 stops

10:25 am - 11:15 amZQN-LAX

21h 50m2 stops

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Sun, Jan 18 - Thu, Jan 29

6:10 pm - 4:35 pmLAX-ZQN

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7:00 am - 4:29 pmZQN-LAX

29h 29m2 stops

$998Air Canada

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Sat, Jan 31 - Mon, Mar 9

6:30 am - 4:35 pmLAX-ZQN

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10:35 am - 1:24 pmZQN-LAX

23h 49m2 stops

$1,048Air Canada

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Sat, Jan 17 - Fri, Jan 23

10:40 am - 2:10 pmONT-ZQN

30h 30m2 stops

8:50 am - 9:59 amZQN-ONT

21h 09m2 stops

$1,229United Airlines

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Sat, Jan 31 - Tue, Mar 10

10:40 am - 2:10 pmONT-ZQN

30h 30m2 stops

10:25 am - 6:00 pmZQN-ONT

27h 35m2 stops

$1,241United Airlines

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Sat, Jan 31 - Fri, Mar 13

4:15 pm - 4:50 pmSFO-ZQN

27h 35m2 stops

10:45 am - 5:14 pmZQN-SFO

27h 29m2 stops

$1,326Qantas Airways

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Tue, Jan 27 - Fri, Feb 20

4:15 pm - 4:50 pmSFO-ZQN

27h 35m2 stops

5:30 pm - 8:51 pmZQN-SFO

48h 21m2 stops

$1,377Qantas Airways

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Qantas Airways flights from California to Queenstown

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Qantas Airways

Jan 27

SFO4:15 pmSan Francisco

27h 35m

2 stops

ZQN4:50 pmQueenstown Intl

Feb 20

ZQN10:45 amQueenstown Intl

27h 29m

2 stops

SFO5:14 pmSan Francisco

$1,326

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Qantas Airways

Jan 15

SFO4:15 pmSan Francisco

27h 35m

2 stops

ZQN4:50 pmQueenstown Intl

Feb 1

ZQN5:30 pmQueenstown Intl

48h 21m

2 stops

SFO8:51 pmSan Francisco

$1,377

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Qantas Airways

Jan 13

SFO8:15 pmSan Francisco

27h 50m

1 stop

ZQN9:05 pmQueenstown Intl

Feb 1

ZQN7:00 amQueenstown Intl

29h 55m

1 stop

SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco

$1,410

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Air New Zealand flights from California to Queenstown

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Air New Zealand

Jan 12

LAX7:05 pmLos Angeles

18h 35m

2 stops

ZQN10:40 amQueenstown Intl

Jan 31

ZQN2:35 pmQueenstown Intl

17h 40m

2 stops

LAX11:15 amLos Angeles

$951

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Air New Zealand

Jan 18

LAX7:05 pmLos Angeles

18h 35m

2 stops

ZQN10:40 amQueenstown Intl

Jan 29

ZQN10:25 amQueenstown Intl

21h 50m

2 stops

LAX11:15 amLos Angeles

$955

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Air New Zealand

Jan 12

LAX7:05 pmLos Angeles

16h 30m

1 stop

ZQN8:35 amQueenstown Intl

Jan 31

ZQN8:50 amQueenstown Intl

22h 50m

2 stops

LAX10:40 amLos Angeles

$957

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LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Sat 1/17

2:10 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops29h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 1/22

8:25 pm-11:48 am

2 stops36h 23m

$910

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Sun 1/18

10:45 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops23h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 1/23

7:00 am-11:50 am

2 stops25h 50m

$912

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Mon 1/12

7:05 pm-10:40 am

2 stops18h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 1/31

2:35 pm-11:15 am

2 stops17h 40m

$951

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Sun 1/18

7:05 pm-10:40 am

2 stops18h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 1/29

10:25 am-11:15 am

2 stops21h 50m

$955

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Sat 1/31

6:10 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops25h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 3/9

7:00 am-4:29 pm

2 stops29h 29m

$998

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Sat 1/17

6:30 am-4:35 pm

2 stops37h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 1/23

10:35 am-1:24 pm

2 stops23h 49m

$1,048

OntarioQueenstown

ONT - ZQN

ONTZQN

Ontario

Sat 1/31

10:40 am-2:10 pm

2 stops30h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 3/10

8:50 am-9:59 am

2 stops21h 09m

$1,229

OntarioQueenstown

ONT - ZQN

ONTZQN

Ontario

Sat 1/31

10:40 am-2:10 pm

2 stops30h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 3/13

10:25 am-6:00 pm

2 stops27h 35m

$1,241

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Tue 1/27

4:15 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops27h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 2/20

10:45 am-5:14 pm

2 stops27h 29m

$1,326

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Thu 1/15

4:15 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops27h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 2/1

5:30 pm-8:51 pm

2 stops48h 21m

$1,377

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Queenstown?

The cheapest month to fly to Queenstown from California is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,133, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Queenstown in November, then you should wait until May to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,160.

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

The cheapest day to depart from California to Queenstown is on a Tuesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Queenstown on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $1,177. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Wednesday because tickets tend to average around $1,686. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Queenstown.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest California to Queenstown flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Queenstown in the afternoon for as low as $1,073. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Queenstown, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,331 per ticket.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Queenstown from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Queenstown for around $1,296 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Queenstown from California for as low as $1,035 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on California to Queenstown flights?

You could potentially save up to 17% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Queenstown flight.

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Best Price Found	$591
Fastest flight time	16h 30m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Queenstown	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Queenstown from California in the past 72 hours is $591. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Queenstown found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $910.

The fastest flight from California to Queenstown takes 16h 30m

There are no direct flights from California to Queenstown. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are San Francisco Airport - Queenstown Intl Airport, Los Angeles Airport - Queenstown Intl Airport and San Jose Airport - Queenstown Intl Airport.

There is 1 airport near Queenstown: Queenstown Intl (ZQN)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Queenstown Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Queenstown Intl Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Queenstown Intl Airport?
There are 3 operators available for flights from California to Queenstown Intl Airport as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Queenstown Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Queenstown Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Queenstown Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Queenstown Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Queenstown Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from California to Queenstown

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $976	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 501 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,109	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 887 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,284	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,912 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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