On this page, you can find and purchase flights from Melbourne to Queenstown. The direct distance between the cities is 2,127 km, with a flight frequency of up to 14 flights per week.
Flights are operated by airlines such as Air New Zealand, Qantas, and Jetstar. Ticket prices vary depending on the season; use the price trend chart to find the best deals. Information on transfers can be found in the sections on how to get to the airport of departure and from the airport to your destination.
The table shows direct flights Melbourne → Queenstown on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 3 h 10 min. Regular flights are operated by Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, Jetstar Airways and Qantas. Departures from Tullamarine Airport and Avalon Airport airports, arrivals at Queenstown Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Melbourne — Queenstown by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 760 in e, and the most expensive are around AED 1,050 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Melbourne → Queenstown, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 879 | high | May | AED 624 | low | Sep | AED 652 | medium |
| Feb | AED 822 | high | Jun | AED 567 | low | Oct | AED 652 | medium |
| Mar | AED 737 | medium | Jul | AED 652 | medium | Nov | AED 709 | medium |
| Apr | AED 680 | medium | Aug | AED 680 | medium | Dec | AED 850 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Queenstown is characterized by distinct seasonality: the warmest month is January, with average temperatures reaching 17.6°C. In winter, during July and August, temperatures drop to lows of -2.4°C, while peak rainfall occurs in September.
Budget-friendly flight options are most commonly found in October, with ticket prices starting AED 760. The most expensive month to travel is February, with prices starting AED 1,050.
For a balance between moderate prices and weather, consider flying in July — tickets start AED 769. It is recommended to avoid September due to it having the highest rainfall of the year.
Five airlines operate on this route, with Air New Zealand and Qantas being the primary carriers. Most flights are direct, providing the fastest connection possible. A detailed schedule, including departure times and days of the week, is available in the interactive list below; click on an airline's card to see route details.
Flights Melbourne — Queenstown depart from Tullamarine Airport and Avalon Airport and arrive at Queenstown Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight covers a distance of 2,127 km and takes approximately 3 hours on average.
Regular flights are operated by Air New Zealand, Qantas, Jetstar, as well as Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia.
Yes, there is regular direct air service between the cities, operated by several carriers daily.
Prices are dynamic and depend on the season. You can always check the current minimum for specific dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
All flights on this route arrive at Queenstown International Airport (ZQN).
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