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$74+ Cheap flights from Queenstown to Auckland (ZQN - AKL)

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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZQN — AKL
Mar 30 — Apr 61
Sun 3/30
Sun 4/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Queenstown Intl to Auckland Intl are usually found in May or June, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Queenstown to Auckland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Queenstown (ZQN) to Auckland (AKL). 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 March 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$127
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$74
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$270

Good round-trip deal

$258 or less

Good one-way deal

$104 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($26 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Queenstown to Auckland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Queenstown to Auckland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/1510:50 amZQN - AKL
Nonstop1h 50mJetstar
Tue 5/207:30 pmAKL - ZQN
1 stop14h 20mJetstar
Deal found 3/23$127
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/151:05 pmZQN - AKL
2 stops9h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/208:15 amAKL - ZQN
Nonstop1h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/23$189
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/1510:25 amZQN - AKL
2 stops8h 25mAir New Zealand
Tue 5/2010:10 amAKL - ZQN
2 stops5h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/23$363

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Queenstown to Auckland 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Queenstown to Auckland that are best for you.

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QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Thu 5/15

10:50 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Auckland Intl

Tue 5/20

7:30 pm-9:50 am

1 stop14h 20m

$127

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Thu 5/15

1:05 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops9h 10m

Auckland Intl

Tue 5/20

8:15 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$189

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Thu 5/15

10:25 am-6:50 pm

2 stops8h 25m

Auckland Intl

Tue 5/20

10:10 am-3:40 pm

2 stops5h 30m

$363

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Fri 5/2

10:00 am-10:15 pm

1 stop12h 15m

$74

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Sat 5/17

1:05 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$110

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Sat 5/17

1:05 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$134

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Deals found on 3/23

Compare providers for flights from Queenstown to Auckland

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Queenstown to Auckland in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Queenstown-Auckland flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Queenstown-Auckland flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Queenstown-Auckland flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Queenstown-Auckland flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Queenstown-Auckland flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Queenstown to Auckland

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Auckland from Queenstown with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Queenstown to Auckland. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

Booking 84 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Queenstown to Auckland. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Auckland (average of $1,021). Flying from Queenstown to Auckland in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). 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 ZQN to AKL?

Find hourly flight availability from Queenstown to Auckland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 25, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 60% on flights from Queenstown to Auckland by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Queenstown to Auckland

Explore weekly flight availability from Queenstown to Auckland. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 25, 2025.

The most flights from ZQN to AKL are scheduled on a Tuesday (54 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (25 on average).

Rainfall in Auckland by month

Plan your trip to Auckland by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Auckland ranges from 2.8 - 5.1 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Auckland when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in Auckland by month

Plan your trip to Auckland by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Auckland, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Auckland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Auckland. 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 Auckland. Reviews last updated March 25, 2025.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
433 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Queenstown to Auckland. 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 Queenstown to Auckland?

    Auckland Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Auckland from Queenstown Intl. Booking flights from Queenstown Intl (ZQN) to Auckland Intl (AKL) should be relatively easy as there are 41 daily flights to Auckland from 2 different airlines. 1h 50m is how long a flight from Queenstown to Auckland Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Queenstown to Auckland flight route?

    This flight path from Queenstown Intl to Auckland Intl was viewed by 2 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Jetstar, at $127, was found to be the cheapest airline from Queenstown to Auckland. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Air New Zealand. You may be able to fly from Queenstown to Auckland for 32% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Queenstown to Auckland consider choosing ANA (96%), Virgin Atlantic (95%) or Singapore Airlines (95%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Queenstown to Auckland?

    While on average a flight from Queenstown to Auckland is generally $1,204, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $55. When looking at the most popular route, (Queenstown Intl - Auckland Intl), you can expect to pay $189 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Queenstown to Auckland 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 Queenstown to Auckland?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Auckland (average of $1,021). Flying from Queenstown to Auckland in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). 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 Queenstown to Auckland

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Queenstown to Auckland. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$114Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$197Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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