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$790+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA 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 4/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — ZQN
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Wed 4/9
Wed 4/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Queenstown

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,283
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$790
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,410
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Queenstown
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 4, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
Tue 8/1211:00 pmSFO - ZQN
2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1812:45 pmZQN - SFO
2 stops19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4$1,283
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/69:39 amSFO - ZQN
2 stops39h 01mQantas Airways
Wed 8/137:05 amZQN - SFO
2 stops31h 44mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/4$1,330
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/27:50 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop18h 35mAir New Zealand
Thu 12/1810:25 amZQN - SFO
2 stops21h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/3$1,362
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/512:24 amSFO - ZQN
2 stops38h 26mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/133:05 pmZQN - SFO
1 stop16h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,541
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/164:35 pmSFO - ZQN
2 stops24h 35mAir Canada
Tue 12/3010:35 amZQN - SFO
2 stops21h 21mAir Canada
Deal found 4/3$1,836
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/63:48 pmSFO - ZQN
3 stops34h 27mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/137:05 amZQN - SFO
3 stops35h 53mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/4$2,974
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/209:40 amSFO - ZQN
2 stops31h 35mSingapore Airlines
Wed 12/314:45 pmZQN - SFO
2 stops36h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/2$6,867
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1610:40 amSFO - ZQN
2 stops29h 50mANA
Tue 12/307:00 amZQN - SFO
3 stops31h 44mANA
Deal found 4/4$16,097

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas to Queenstown 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 April 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Queenstown that are best for you.

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Salinas

Fly to

Queenstown

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Tue 8/12

11:00 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops27h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 8/18

12:45 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops19h 05m

$1,283

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Wed 8/6

9:39 am-7:40 pm

2 stops39h 01m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 8/13

7:05 am-7:49 pm

2 stops31h 44m

$1,330

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Wed 8/6

10:05 pm-9:50 am

1 stop16h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 8/13

2:15 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop17h 35m

$1,362

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Tue 8/5

12:24 am-9:50 am

2 stops38h 26m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 8/13

3:05 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop16h 45m

$1,541

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Wed 8/6

3:48 pm-9:15 pm

3 stops34h 27m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 8/13

7:05 am-11:58 pm

3 stops35h 53m

$2,974

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Thu 4/10

10:50 pm-7:40 pm

3 stops49h 50m

$790

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Thu 4/10

10:40 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$1,064

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Deals found on 4/2

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from S9N to ZQN?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas to Queenstown. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 4, 2025.

When flying from Salinas to Queenstown, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 April 4, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways from Salinas to Queenstown have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,837 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,837 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,837 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
461 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,837 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
815 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,837 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,618 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,837 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Salinas to Queenstown. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Queenstown from Salinas?

    If you book a flight to Queenstown from Salinas, you will be flying to Queenstown Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Queenstown Intl (ZQN) is located 3.9 mi from the center of Queenstown. There are 0 flights from Salinas to Queenstown Intl per day from 3 different airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas to Queenstown by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Salinas to Queenstown

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Salinas to Queenstown. 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 April 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,093Average$1,505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,094Average$1,266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,284Average$1,493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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