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$1,273+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Queenstown (ZQN)

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 5/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — ZQN
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Expedia
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Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,852
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$1,273
(United Airlines)
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Queenstown
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1411:26 amDSM - ZQN
3 stops33h 54mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/217:00 amZQN - DSM
2 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$1,852
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Wed 5/143:20 pmDSM - ZQN
2 stops25h 30mAir New Zealand
Wed 5/213:05 pmZQN - DSM
2 stops24h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/30$1,903
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/148:00 amDSM - ZQN
2 stops32h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/213:05 pmZQN - DSM
3 stops49h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$2,013

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Des MoinesQueenstown

DSM - ZQN

DSMZQN

Des Moines

Wed 5/14

11:26 am-2:20 pm

3 stops33h 54m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 5/21

7:00 am-10:45 pm

2 stops32h 45m

$1,852

Des MoinesQueenstown

DSM - ZQN

DSMZQN

Des Moines

Wed 5/14

3:20 pm-9:50 am

2 stops25h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 5/21

3:05 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops24h 40m

$1,903

Des MoinesQueenstown

DSM - ZQN

DSMZQN

Des Moines

Wed 5/14

8:00 am-9:50 am

2 stops32h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 5/21

3:05 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops24h 40m

$2,013

Des MoinesQueenstown

DSM - ZQN

DSMZQN

Des Moines

Wed 5/14

8:00 am-9:50 am

2 stops32h 50m

$1,273

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Deals found on 3/30

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  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Queenstown flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia 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 Des Moines-Queenstown flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Rainfall in Queenstown by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Queenstown ranges from 2.0 - 3.1 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Queenstown when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

Temperature in Queenstown by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Queenstown, 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 59.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 37.4 F).

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 March 31, 2025.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
459 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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
8.0
Very good
459 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
459 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
459 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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.

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