How long does it take to fly to Queenstown?

Flight times from United States 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 United States to Queenstown is flying from Los Angeles to Queenstown, which will take roughly 19h 55m. 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?

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

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 80% 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 United States to Queenstown Intl Airport?

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

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

As of January 2026, there are 4 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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11:55 pm - 7:40 pm

LAX

ZQN

24h 45m

2 stops

7:00 am - 12:55 pm

ZQN

LAX

24h 55m

2 stops

$827Multiple Airlines

Fri, Apr 10 - Sat, Apr 25

10:50 pm - 7:40 pm

DFW

ZQN

27h 50m

2 stops

8:25 pm - 4:30 pm

ZQN

DFW

37h 05m

2 stops

$843Multiple Airlines

Tue, May 5 - Fri, May 15

9:10 pm - 12:05 pm

LAX

ZQN

18h 55m

2 stops

11:25 am - 1:20 pm

ZQN

LAX

20h 55m

2 stops

$959Air New Zealand

Tue, Mar 31 - Wed, Apr 22

10:10 pm - 9:40 am

LAX

ZQN

40h 30m

2 stops

11:25 am - 1:20 pm

ZQN

LAX

20h 55m

2 stops

$960Air New Zealand

Wed, Apr 8 - Wed, Apr 29

10:55 pm - 2:30 pm

DFW

ZQN

22h 35m

1 stop

3:25 pm - 5:33 am

ZQN

DFW

31h 08m

2 stops

$1,025Qantas Airways

Tue, May 5 - Fri, May 15

5:52 pm - 2:30 pm

DFW

ZQN

27h 38m

2 stops

7:00 am - 12:30 pm

ZQN

DFW

22h 30m

1 stop

$1,031Qantas Airways

Sun, Apr 19 - Thu, Apr 30

6:00 am - 11:25 am

BWI

ZQN

35h 25m

2 stops

10:25 am - 5:20 pm

ZQN

BWI

24h 55m

2 stops

$1,188United Airlines

Sat, Feb 21 - Fri, Mar 6

6:00 am - 8:35 am

BWI

ZQN

32h 35m

2 stops

3:05 pm - 4:05 am

ZQN

BWI

31h 00m

2 stops

$1,195United Airlines

Fri, Feb 27 - Sun, Mar 8

12:02 pm - 4:40 pm

EWR

ZQN

36h 38m

3 stops

4:30 pm - 9:02 pm

ZQN

EWR

44h 32m

2 stops

$1,273Air Canada

Wed, Apr 22 - Sat, May 2

12:02 pm - 4:40 pm

EWR

ZQN

36h 38m

3 stops

4:35 pm - 4:40 pm

ZQN

EWR

40h 05m

2 stops

$1,339Air Canada

Wed, Apr 22 - Sat, May 2

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Air Canada

Apr 22

EWR12:02 pmNewark

36h 38m

3 stops

ZQN4:40 pmQueenstown Intl

May 2

ZQN4:30 pmQueenstown Intl

44h 32m

2 stops

EWR9:02 pmNewark

$1,273

Air Canada

Apr 22

EWR12:02 pmNewark

36h 38m

3 stops

ZQN4:40 pmQueenstown Intl

May 2

ZQN4:35 pmQueenstown Intl

40h 05m

2 stops

EWR4:40 pmNewark

$1,339

Air Canada

Feb 28

SEA8:00 pmSeattle/Tacoma Intl

45h 15m

2 stops

ZQN2:15 pmQueenstown Intl

Mar 4

ZQN5:30 pmQueenstown Intl

37h 05m

2 stops

SEA9:35 amSeattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,442

Air New Zealand flights from United States to Queenstown

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Air New Zealand

Mar 31

LAX9:10 pmLos Angeles

18h 55m

2 stops

ZQN12:05 pmQueenstown Intl

Apr 22

ZQN11:25 amQueenstown Intl

20h 55m

2 stops

LAX1:20 pmLos Angeles

$959

Air New Zealand

Apr 8

LAX10:10 pmLos Angeles

40h 30m

2 stops

ZQN9:40 amQueenstown Intl

Apr 29

ZQN11:25 amQueenstown Intl

20h 55m

2 stops

LAX1:20 pmLos Angeles

$960

Air New Zealand

Feb 23

LAX8:10 pmLos Angeles

19h 10m

2 stops

ZQN12:20 pmQueenstown Intl

Mar 8

ZQN8:25 pmQueenstown Intl

35h 15m

1 stop

LAX10:40 amLos Angeles

$964

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Fri 4/10

11:55 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops24h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 4/25

7:00 am-12:55 pm

2 stops24h 55m

$827

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Tue 5/5

10:50 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops27h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 5/15

8:25 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops37h 05m

$843

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Tue 3/31

9:10 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops18h 55m

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11:25 am-1:20 pm

2 stops20h 55m

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10:10 pm-9:40 am

2 stops40h 30m

Queenstown Intl

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11:25 am-1:20 pm

2 stops20h 55m

$960

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Tue 5/5

10:55 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 5/15

3:25 pm-5:33 am

2 stops31h 08m

$1,025

DallasQueenstown

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DFWZQN

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Sun 4/19

5:52 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops27h 38m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 4/30

7:00 am-12:30 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$1,031

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BWIZQN

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 2/21

6:00 am-11:25 am

2 stops35h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 3/6

10:25 am-5:20 pm

2 stops24h 55m

$1,188

BaltimoreQueenstown

BWI - ZQN

BWIZQN

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 2/27

6:00 am-8:35 am

2 stops32h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 3/8

3:05 pm-4:05 am

2 stops31h 00m

$1,195

NewarkQueenstown

EWR - ZQN

EWRZQN

Newark

Wed 4/22

12:02 pm-4:40 pm

3 stops36h 38m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 5/2

4:30 pm-9:02 pm

2 stops44h 32m

$1,273

NewarkQueenstown

EWR - ZQN

EWRZQN

Newark

Wed 4/22

12:02 pm-4:40 pm

3 stops36h 38m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 5/2

4:35 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops40h 05m

$1,339

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Prices for flights from United States to Queenstown Intl Airport are updated daily.
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As of January 2026, there are 4 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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Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $529	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 981 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $875	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 577 reviews		Search Air New Zealand flights

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