Cheap flights from Auckland to Queenstown

AKL — ZQN
30 Sep — 7 Oct1
1 adult
Economy
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Sat 30/9
Sat 7/10

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Auckland to Queenstown?

Saturday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from Auckland to Queenstown. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Queenstown.

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

Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 60 days in advance to save up to 36% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 60 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Auckland to Queenstown 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as ₹ 16,866, or ₹ 19,192 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Queenstown?

Flights from Auckland to Queenstown lean towards being more expensive in July. Prices are generally better when you fly from Auckland to Queenstown in May, with the cheapest ticket starting at ₹ 7,228.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Auckland to Queenstown (AKL - ZQN)?

It’s optimal to fly from Auckland to Queenstown at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 20% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Auckland to Queenstown flights.

What days are direct flights available from Auckland to Queenstown?

Direct flights can be found on the following days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

How many flights depart from Auckland to Queenstown on average per day?

42 flight departures from Auckland to Queenstown per day on average.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 69% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 31% of flight departures

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: ANA (88%), United Airlines (87%), Etihad Airways (84%).

What does AKL to ZQN mean?

Auckland Intl Airport is AKL and Queenstown Intl Airport is ZQN. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

Alternative routes for Auckland to Queenstown

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Auckland to Christchurchfrom ₹ 6,767 pp

Top 2 airlines flying from Auckland to Queenstown

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users travelling from Auckland to Queenstown choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest₹ 6,859Average₹ 12,316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest₹ 16,131Average₹ 18,867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Hourly flight availability from Auckland to Queenstown

See what time of day planes typically take off from Auckland to Queenstown
1%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
61%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
36%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
2%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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Weekly flight availability from Auckland to Queenstown

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Auckland to Queenstown
Monday46daily flights
Tuesday26daily flights
Wednesday40daily flights
Thursday30daily flights
Friday40daily flights
Saturday38daily flights
Sunday33daily flights
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