How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown on average per day?

As of September 2025, 6 flights take off from Melbourne Airport and land in Queenstown each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 11:00AM, with 86% of daily flights taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown on average per week?

The number of flights available between Melbourne Airport and Queenstown is 43 per week as of September 2025. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 23% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Air New Zealand are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl

What airlines fly to Queenstown?

Virgin Australia, Jetstar and Air New Zealand are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Queenstown from Melbourne Airport according to our data. Virgin Australia is the first choice among our users, with 55% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Queenstown. Keep in mind that there are 4 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 Melbourne Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport refresh daily.

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As of September 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport.

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

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Queenstown Intl 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 license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Queenstown Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Mar 4

MEL2:50 pmMelbourne

3h 10m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Queenstown?

The cheapest month to fly to Queenstown from Melbourne Airport is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $300, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Queenstown in May, then you should wait until June to fly from Melbourne Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $304.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown is on a Monday. Travelers who choose to depart for Queenstown on a Monday will often find tickets for as low as $344. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Tuesday because tickets tend to average around $418. 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 Melbourne Airport to Queenstown flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Queenstown in the evening for as low as $174. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Queenstown, so prices are often more expensive at around $367 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Queenstown Intl flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Queenstown from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Queenstown for around $347 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Queenstown from Melbourne Airport for as low as $286 on momondo.

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

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

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

As of September 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Queenstown flights are approximately 6% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time	3h 05m
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The best one-way flight to Queenstown from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is $236. The best round-trip flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $355.

The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown takes 3h 05m

Direct flights go from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown every day.

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

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How far is Melbourne to Queenstown Intl by plane?
The straight-line distance from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl is 1329.1 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 3h 10m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport?
As of September 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport 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 Melbourne Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Queenstown Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Queenstown Intl 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 license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Queenstown Intl 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 Melbourne Airport to Queenstown?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (53.45% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A320neo (24.70%), Airbus A320-100/200 (16.39%), and Boeing 737 MAX 8 (5.04%).
What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Melbourne Airport and Queenstown, the leading airline is Virgin Australia, making up 55% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Jetstar with 22%, Air New Zealand with 13%, and Qantas Airways with 10%.

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Jetstar	PriceFrom $177	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 474 reviews	Search Jetstar flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $186	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 506 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $190	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 908 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $192	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 416 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights

Air New Zealand Flights From Melbourne Airport to Queenstown
The lowest priced Air New Zealand flight from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown from the last 72 hours was $186. Generally, Air New Zealand has 2 flights on this route every week with an average price of $374. Air New Zealand is rated 7.9/10 by our users.
Virgin Australia Flights From Melbourne Airport to Queenstown
The best Virgin Australia deal for Melbourne Airport to Queenstown flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was $192, round-trip. It should be noted that an average Virgin Australia flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $376 round-trip. Virgin Australia operates 6 flights out of Melbourne Airport into Queenstown in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 416 Virgin Australia reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 7.6/10.

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

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

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

As of September 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Queenstown flights are approximately 6% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Air New Zealand are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl

What airlines fly to Queenstown?

How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown on average per day?

As of September 2025, 6 flights take off from Melbourne Airport and land in Queenstown each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 11:00AM, with 86% of daily flights taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown on average per week?

The number of flights available between Melbourne Airport and Queenstown is 43 per week as of September 2025. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 23% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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