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

United Airlines and Air New Zealand are the most popular carriers operating from San Diego to Queenstown Intl

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

Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

There is 1 operator available for flights from San Diego Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to Queenstown Intl 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 layovers 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 San Diego Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Queenstown Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Queenstown Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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6:05 pm - 4:50 pm

SAN

ZQN

25h 45m2 stops

10:35 am - 12:03 pm

ZQN

SAN

22h 28m2 stops

$1,495Multiple Airlines

Fri, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 26

12:49 pm - 2:05 pm

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ZQN

28h 16m2 stops

3:35 pm - 11:40 pm

ZQN

SAN

53h 05m2 stops

$1,789United Airlines

Wed, Feb 11 - Sun, Feb 15

11:08 am - 1:30 pm

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ZQN

29h 22m2 stops

3:35 pm - 10:24 am

ZQN

SAN

39h 49m2 stops

$1,948United Airlines

Wed, Feb 11 - Sun, Feb 15

4:47 pm - 12:45 pm

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ZQN

22h 58m2 stops

10:45 am - 6:31 pm

ZQN

SAN

28h 46m3 stops

$2,110American Airlines

Fri, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 26

6:05 pm - 2:15 pm

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ZQN

47h 10m2 stops

3:35 pm - 11:53 am

ZQN

SAN

65h 18m3 stops

$3,112Air Canada

Wed, Feb 11 - Sun, Feb 15

12:45 pm - 2:15 pm

SAN

ZQN

52h 30m2 stops

3:35 pm - 11:53 am

ZQN

SAN

65h 18m3 stops

$3,164Air Canada

Wed, Feb 11 - Sun, Feb 15

4:00 pm - 4:35 pm

SAN

ZQN

27h 35m3 stops

10:35 am - 2:52 pm

ZQN

SAN

25h 17m3 stops

$6,043Air Canada

Fri, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 26

6:30 pm - 7:40 pm

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ZQN

29h 10m3 stops

9:55 am - 6:09 pm

ZQN

SAN

27h 14m3 stops

$6,579Multiple Airlines

Wed, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 15

6:10 pm - 9:15 pm

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ZQN

31h 05m2 stops

5:20 pm - 5:24 pm

ZQN

SAN

43h 04m3 stops

$7,677Multiple Airlines

Wed, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 15

6:10 pm - 4:40 pm

SAN

ZQN

26h 30m2 stops

4:25 pm - 12:00 pm

ZQN

SAN

38h 35m2 stops

$7,830Multiple Airlines

Wed, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 15

Air New Zealand flights from San Diego to Queenstown

Our best Air New Zealand deals on San Diego to Queenstown flight tickets

Air New Zealand

Feb 1

SAN11:08 amSan Diego

24h 27m

2 stops

ZQN8:35 amQueenstown Intl

Feb 8

ZQN3:05 pmQueenstown Intl

25h 49m

2 stops

SAN7:54 pmSan Diego

$1,119

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Air New Zealand

Jan 16

SAN4:00 pmSan Diego

27h 05m

2 stops

ZQN4:05 pmQueenstown Intl

Jan 26

ZQN1:05 pmQueenstown Intl

26h 39m

2 stops

SAN6:44 pmSan Diego

$1,312

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United Airlines flights from San Diego to Queenstown

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United Airlines

Feb 1

SAN6:15 amSan Diego

30h 35m

3 stops

ZQN9:50 amQueenstown Intl

Feb 8

ZQN3:05 pmQueenstown Intl

25h 49m

2 stops

SAN7:54 pmSan Diego

$1,551

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United Airlines

Feb 11

SAN12:49 pmSan Diego

28h 16m

2 stops

ZQN2:05 pmQueenstown Intl

Feb 15

ZQN3:35 pmQueenstown Intl

53h 05m

2 stops

SAN11:40 pmSan Diego

$1,789

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United Airlines

Feb 11

SAN8:37 pmSan Diego

43h 53m

2 stops

ZQN1:30 pmQueenstown Intl

Feb 15

ZQN12:10 pmQueenstown Intl

32h 30m

2 stops

SAN11:40 pmSan Diego

$1,837

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SAN - ZQN

SANZQN

San Diego

Fri 1/16

6:05 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 1/26

10:35 am-12:03 pm

2 stops22h 28m

$1,495

San DiegoQueenstown

SAN - ZQN

SANZQN

San Diego

Wed 2/11

12:49 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops28h 16m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 2/15

3:35 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops53h 05m

$1,789

San DiegoQueenstown

SAN - ZQN

SANZQN

San Diego

Wed 2/11

11:08 am-1:30 pm

2 stops29h 22m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 2/15

3:35 pm-10:24 am

2 stops39h 49m

$1,948

San DiegoQueenstown

SAN - ZQN

SANZQN

San Diego

Fri 1/16

4:47 pm-12:45 pm

2 stops22h 58m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 1/26

10:45 am-6:31 pm

3 stops28h 46m

$2,110

San DiegoQueenstown

SAN - ZQN

SANZQN

San Diego

Wed 2/11

6:05 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops47h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 2/15

3:35 pm-11:53 am

3 stops65h 18m

$3,112

San DiegoQueenstown

SAN - ZQN

SANZQN

San Diego

Wed 2/11

12:45 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops52h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 2/15

3:35 pm-11:53 am

3 stops65h 18m

$3,164

San DiegoQueenstown

SAN - ZQN

SANZQN

San Diego

Fri 1/16

4:00 pm-4:35 pm

3 stops27h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 1/26

10:35 am-2:52 pm

3 stops25h 17m

$6,043

San DiegoQueenstown

SAN - ZQN

SANZQN

San Diego

Wed 4/1

6:30 pm-7:40 pm

3 stops29h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 4/15

9:55 am-6:09 pm

3 stops27h 14m

$6,579

San DiegoQueenstown

SAN - ZQN

SANZQN

San Diego

Wed 4/1

6:10 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops31h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 4/15

5:20 pm-5:24 pm

3 stops43h 04m

$7,677

San DiegoQueenstown

SAN - ZQN

SANZQN

San Diego

Wed 4/1

6:10 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops26h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 4/15

4:25 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops38h 35m

$7,830

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

Our data shows that the cheapest San Diego 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 $1,421. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Queenstown, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,729 per ticket.

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Fastest flight time	24h 27m
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The fastest flight from San Diego to Queenstown takes 24h 27m

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How far is San Diego to Queenstown Intl by plane?
Queenstown Intl is 7092.7 mi away from San Diego. Flights usually cover this in 24h 27m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport?
There is 1 operator available for flights from San Diego Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to Queenstown Intl 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 layovers 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 San Diego Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Queenstown Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Queenstown Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Queenstown Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from San Diego to Queenstown?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from San Diego to Queenstown is Air New Zealand, representing 100% of all bookings.

Best airlines flying from San Diego to Queenstown

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,050	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 553 reviews		Search Air New Zealand flights

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