What airlines fly to Queenstown?

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Queenstown from United States according to our data. Air New Zealand is the first choice among our users, with 77% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Queenstown. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Queenstown on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Queenstown?

Flight times from United States to Queenstown vary, but if you’re flying out of Los Angeles and flying into Queenstown (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 16h 30m on average. Another popular route from United States to Queenstown is flying from San Francisco to Queenstown, which will take roughly 17h. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

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

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Prices for flights from United States to Queenstown Intl Airport are updated daily.

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As of October 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from United States to Queenstown Intl Airport.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from United States 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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9:20 am - 3:20 pmHNL-ZQN

31h 00m1 stop

8:50 am - 7:30 amZQN-HNL

21h 40m2 stops

$792Air New Zealand

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Sun, Nov 30 - Sun, Dec 14

9:20 am - 9:15 pmHNL-ZQN

12h 55m1 stop

7:00 am - 7:30 amZQN-HNL

23h 30m1 stop

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20h 05m1 stop

$1,166Qantas Airways

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9:25 pm - 9:05 pmLAX-ZQN

26h 40m1 stop

7:00 am - 12:30 pmZQN-LAX

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12:55 am - 2:05 pmLAX-ZQN

40h 10m2 stops

8:50 am - 6:50 amZQN-LAX

43h 00m2 stops

$1,211United Airlines

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5:03 pm - 4:50 pmLAX-ZQN

26h 47m2 stops

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12:10 pm - 12:38 pmZQN-ONT

21h 28m2 stops

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7:00 am - 7:42 pmZQN-ORD

31h 42m2 stops

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60h 31m3 stops

5:30 pm - 3:53 pmZQN-EWR

40h 23m2 stops

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60h 15m3 stops

3:35 pm - 5:03 pmZQN-EWR

67h 28m3 stops

$1,585Air Canada

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Qantas Airways flights from United States to Queenstown

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Nov 17

LAX8:50 pmLos Angeles

21h 45m

1 stop

ZQN3:35 pmQueenstown Intl

Dec 3

ZQN7:00 amQueenstown Intl

20h 05m

1 stop

LAX6:05 amLos Angeles

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Qantas Airways

Nov 5

LAX9:25 pmLos Angeles

20h 10m

1 stop

ZQN2:35 pmQueenstown Intl

Nov 19

ZQN4:30 pmQueenstown Intl

19h 00m

1 stop

LAX2:30 pmLos Angeles

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Qantas Airways

Feb 2

LAX9:25 pmLos Angeles

26h 40m

1 stop

ZQN9:05 pmQueenstown Intl

Feb 16

ZQN7:00 amQueenstown Intl

26h 30m

1 stop

LAX12:30 pmLos Angeles

$1,195

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United Airlines

Feb 2

LAX12:55 amLos Angeles

40h 10m

2 stops

ZQN2:05 pmQueenstown Intl

Feb 17

ZQN8:50 amQueenstown Intl

43h 00m

2 stops

LAX6:50 amLos Angeles

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Feb 3

ONT1:53 pmOntario

22h 57m

2 stops

ZQN9:50 amQueenstown Intl

Feb 17

ZQN12:10 pmQueenstown Intl

21h 28m

2 stops

ONT12:38 pmOntario

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Jan 29

ONT1:53 pmOntario

27h 12m

2 stops

ZQN2:05 pmQueenstown Intl

Feb 7

ZQN12:10 pmQueenstown Intl

31h 43m

2 stops

ONT10:53 pmOntario

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1:53 pm-9:50 am

2 stops22h 57m

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12:10 pm-12:38 pm

2 stops21h 28m

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ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/12

3:00 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops28h 35m

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7:00 am-7:42 pm

2 stops31h 42m

$1,551

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EWR - ZQN

EWRZQN

Newark

Tue 2/24

7:44 am-2:15 pm

3 stops60h 31m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 3/7

5:30 pm-3:53 pm

2 stops40h 23m

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EWRZQN

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Tue 2/24

8:00 am-2:15 pm

3 stops60h 15m

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3:35 pm-5:03 pm

3 stops67h 28m

$1,585

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

The cheapest day to depart from United States to Queenstown is on a Thursday. Travelers who choose to depart for Queenstown on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as $1,792. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Wednesday because tickets tend to average around $2,829. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Queenstown.

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The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from United States 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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Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $985	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 520 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,078	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 925 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
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