Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown from $149
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Melbourne Airport and Queenstown?
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 $262, 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 October to fly from Melbourne Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $293.
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 Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Queenstown on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $325. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around $467. 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. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to Queenstown, so prices are often more expensive at around $382 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 17 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Queenstown for around $319 when searching 17 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 $278 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.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl?
Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl
What airlines fly to Queenstown?
Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Queenstown from Melbourne Airport according to our data. Jetstar is the first choice among our users, with 36% 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.
How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown on average per day?
As of February 2025, 4 flights take off from Melbourne Airport and land in Queenstown each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 8:00AM, with 100% 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 32 per week as of February 2025. The most frequent departure day is Sun, with 25% of weekly flights leaving on this day.
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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 05m.
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 February 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) (51.26% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A320-100/200 (25.03%), Airbus A320neo (23.09%), and Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (0.11%).
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 Jetstar, making up 36% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Virgin Australia with 35%, Air New Zealand with 21%, and Qantas Airways with 8%.
Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Queenstown
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| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $131 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 815 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $163 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.5 444 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $178 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.5 417 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $199 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.9 461 reviews |
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 $199. Generally, Air New Zealand has 3 flights on this route every week with an average price of $363. 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 $178, round-trip. It should be noted that an average Virgin Australia flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $374 round-trip. Virgin Australia operates 1 flight out of Melbourne Airport into Queenstown in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 417 Virgin Australia reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 7.5/10.
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Melbourne to Queenstown?
It is quick and easy to find Melbourne to Queenstown flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Queenstown that suits you.
Can I find flights from Melbourne to Queenstown with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. All flights to Queenstown from Melbourne on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.
How can momondo help me find flights from Melbourne to Queenstown?
Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Queenstown from Melbourne.
I’m not ready to book a flight from Melbourne to Queenstown right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
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