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Cheap flights from Auckland to Queenstown from C$ 79

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 30/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — ZQN
28 May — 4 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Queenstown
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 April 2026.

Sun 7/63:00 p.m.
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Sun 14/61:00 p.m.
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 23/4C$ 157
Mon 8/68:15 a.m.
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 55m
Jetstar
Mon 15/65:30 p.m.
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 24/4C$ 158
Mon 25/58:15 a.m.
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 55m
Jetstar
Wed 3/65:30 p.m.
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 27/4C$ 159
Wed 27/53:00 p.m.
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Sat 6/69:45 a.m.
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 23/4C$ 161
Sat 18/77:10 a.m.
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 55m
Jetstar
Thu 30/710:50 a.m.
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 23/4C$ 168
Fri 17/73:00 p.m.
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Thu 30/75:30 p.m.
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 25/4C$ 174
Thu 14/53:00 p.m.
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Wed 20/55:30 p.m.
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 181
Thu 28/58:15 a.m.
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 55m
Jetstar
Fri 5/61:00 p.m.
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 25/4C$ 183
Fri 15/58:15 a.m.
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 55m
Jetstar
Wed 27/55:30 p.m.
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 24/4C$ 184
Fri 8/510:30 a.m.
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Thu 14/55:30 p.m.
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 25/4C$ 189
Fri 22/58:15 a.m.
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 55m
Jetstar
Wed 27/510:50 a.m.
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 27/4C$ 191

Find flight deals from Auckland to Queenstown

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) to Queenstown (ZQN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 28 April 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 157

One-way from

C$ 79

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

June

Average price

C$ 270
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 7/6-14/6
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 40m total
  • Auckland to Queenstown
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 4/5
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 50m total
  • Auckland to Queenstown
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Auckland to Queenstown that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 28 April 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Thu 4/6

10:30 a.m.-12:20 p.m.

Nonstop1h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 7/6

10:50 a.m.-12:40 p.m.

Nonstop1h 50m

C$ 158

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Thu 18/6

3:00 p.m.-4:50 p.m.

Nonstop1h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 23/6

1:00 p.m.-2:50 p.m.

Nonstop1h 50m

C$ 159

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Sun 31/5

3:15 p.m.-5:05 p.m.

Nonstop1h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 14/6

10:50 a.m.-12:40 p.m.

Nonstop1h 50m

C$ 159

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Mon 1/6

3:00 p.m.-4:50 p.m.

Nonstop1h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 11/6

5:30 p.m.-7:20 p.m.

Nonstop1h 50m

C$ 159

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Sun 16/8

8:15 a.m.-10:10 a.m.

Nonstop1h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 20/8

1:00 p.m.-2:50 p.m.

Nonstop1h 50m

C$ 159

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Wed 17/6

10:30 a.m.-12:20 p.m.

Nonstop1h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 29/6

10:50 a.m.-12:40 p.m.

Nonstop1h 50m

C$ 159

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Sun 14/6

8:15 a.m.-10:10 a.m.

Nonstop1h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 27/6

10:50 a.m.-12:40 p.m.

Nonstop1h 50m

C$ 159

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Fri 19/6

10:30 a.m.-12:20 p.m.

Nonstop1h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 20/6

9:45 a.m.-11:35 a.m.

Nonstop1h 50m

C$ 159

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Mon 15/6

8:15 a.m.-10:10 a.m.

Nonstop1h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 25/6

1:00 p.m.-2:50 p.m.

Nonstop1h 50m

C$ 159

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Wed 20/5

8:15 a.m.-10:10 a.m.

Nonstop1h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 31/5

10:50 a.m.-12:40 p.m.

Nonstop1h 50m

C$ 168

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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Queenstown

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Auckland to Queenstown

How far ahead should I book a flight from Auckland to Queenstown?

The best time to book flights from Auckland to Queenstown is 78 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to Queenstown?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Queenstown (average of C$ 172). Flying from Auckland to Queenstown in April is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 270). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AKL to ZQN?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland to Queenstown. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 April 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Auckland to Queenstown at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 64% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Auckland to Queenstown?

Reviews of airlines servicing Queenstown

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Queenstown. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Queenstown. Reviews last updated 28 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand and Jetstar from Auckland to Queenstown by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
638 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
638 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
638 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
538 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
638 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Auckland to Queenstown. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Auckland to Queenstown?

    Queenstown Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Queenstown from Auckland Intl. Booking flights from Auckland Intl (AKL) to Queenstown Intl (ZQN) should be relatively easy as there are 48 daily flights to Queenstown from 2 different airlines. 1h 55m is how long a flight from Auckland to Queenstown Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Auckland to Queenstown flight route?

    Flights from Auckland Intl to Queenstown Intl have been viewed 12 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Auckland to Queenstown?

    For as low as C$ 158, Jetstar can have you in Queenstown from Auckland in 1h 50m. The distance from Auckland to Queenstown is about 1024 km. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Queenstown round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Auckland to Queenstown round-trip from C$ 134. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Air New Zealand. You may be able to fly from Auckland to Queenstown for 36% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Auckland to Queenstown?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Auckland to Queenstown on time: Air New Zealand (88%), EVA Air (86%), Etihad Airways (85%).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Auckland to Queenstown that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Auckland to Queenstown flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Auckland to Queenstown?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Auckland to Queenstown.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Auckland to Queenstown?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland to Queenstown by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to Queenstown?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Queenstown (average of C$ 172). Flying from Auckland to Queenstown in April is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 270). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Auckland to Queenstown

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Auckland to Queenstown. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 28 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapestC$ 134AverageC$ 172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapestC$ 224AverageC$ 346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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