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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Auckland to Queenstown, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap Flight Deals from Auckland to Queenstown (AKL-ZQN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Auckland to Queenstown that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from Auckland to Queenstown

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Auckland to Queenstown.
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American Airlines Logo
AKL-ZQN
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American Airlines
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Emirates Logo
AKL-ZQN
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Jetstar Logo
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Air New Zealand Logo
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Air New Zealand Logo
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United Airlines Logo
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EVA Air Logo
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AKL-ZQN
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AKL-ZQN
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Qantas Airways Logo
AKL-ZQN
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Turkish Airlines Logo
AKL-ZQN
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ANA Logo
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Virgin Atlantic Logo
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Air China Logo
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Auckland to Queenstown flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Auckland to Queenstown to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Auckland to Queenstown, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Auckland to Queenstown is June, where tickets cost ₹ 11,097 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is ₹ 19,462 and ₹ 18,182 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Auckland to Queenstown, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Auckland to Queenstown, you should book around 8 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

February

High season

July
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 4% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.

When to book flights from Auckland to Queenstown

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Auckland to Queenstown based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Auckland to Queenstown

  • What’s the easiest way to get to the city from Queenstown Airport?

    Hop on a public bus and you can arrive in the city centre in roughly 25 minutes. Orbus operates buses that leave from directly outside the terminal and depart every 15 minutes until midnight. Look for the number 1 bus labelled Fernhill, it will take you all the way to Camp St in the centre. The price for a one-way adult ticket is NZ$ 10 approx. and can be purchased from the bus driver.

  • Where are the car rental agencies located at Queenstown Airport?

    All car rental companies have their offices located next to the baggage claim section of the terminal. There is a range of major rental agencies to choose from, such as Hertz, Thrifty, Avis and Budget.

  • Is Queenstown Airport wheelchair accessible?

    The airport is adequately designed to allow ease of access for those in a wheelchair. There are automatic doors throughout the terminal, and there are specified spaces for mobility parking in both the express 20-minute pick-up zone and 60-minute parking bay.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Auckland to Queenstown?

    The Airbus A320 (sharklets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Auckland to Queenstown flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Auckland to Queenstown?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Auckland and Queenstown, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Auckland to Queenstown?

    There are direct flights from Auckland to Queenstown on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Auckland to Queenstown?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Auckland to Queenstown.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Auckland to Queenstown?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Queenstown from Auckland is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Auckland to Queenstown?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Queenstown with an airline and back to Auckland with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Auckland to Queenstown?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Queenstown from Auckland up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Auckland to Queenstown

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for ₹ 19,150 or less one-way and ₹ 12,663 or less round-trip.
  • Try to snare a window seat when flying between Auckland (AKL) and Queenstown (ZQN), as the flight path crosses over the Southern Alps and you should be treated to an impressive aerial view of the snow-capped mountains.
  • Jetstar does not provide a complimentary meal when flying from Auckland to Queenstown in economy class, but there is a café menu available to purchase from. Jetstar only accepts credit card as a payment option onboard for the café menu.
  • Air New Zealand also does not offer a meal included in the price of the flight, however they do provide complimentary tea, coffee and water. Packaged snack foods such as sandwiches, potato chips and chocolate are available for purchase through the inflight entertainment system.
  • Queenstown Airport is located approximately 8 km from the central business district of the city and also serves surrounding towns such as Glenorchy and Wanaka.
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Prefer to fly direct from Auckland Intl to Queenstown Intl?

Find which airlines fly direct from Auckland Intl Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Auckland Intl to Queenstown Intl

Monday

ANA, Air China, Air New Zealand, +10 more

ANA, Air China, +11 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air China, Air New Zealand, +11 more

ANA, Air China, +12 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air China, Air New Zealand, +11 more

ANA, Air China, +12 more

Thursday

ANA, Air China, Air New Zealand, +11 more

ANA, Air China, +12 more

Friday

ANA, Air New Zealand, American Airlines, +10 more

ANA, Air New Zealand, +11 more

Saturday

ANA, Air China, Air New Zealand, +10 more

ANA, Air China, +11 more

Sunday

ANA, Air China, Air New Zealand, +11 more

ANA, Air China, +12 more

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Direct returns

Queenstown Intl to Auckland Intl

Monday

ANA, Air China, Air New Zealand, +11 more

ANA, Air China, +12 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air China, Air New Zealand, +11 more

ANA, Air China, +12 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air New Zealand, EVA Air, +9 more

ANA, Air New Zealand, +10 more

Thursday

ANA, Air China, Air New Zealand, +10 more

ANA, Air China, +11 more

Friday

ANA, Air China, Air New Zealand, +10 more

ANA, Air China, +11 more

Saturday

ANA, Air China, Air New Zealand, +10 more

ANA, Air China, +11 more

Sunday

ANA, Air China, Air New Zealand, +10 more

ANA, Air China, +11 more

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Top airline flying from Auckland to Queenstown

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Auckland to Queenstown. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Auckland to Queenstown? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
6.6
JetstarOverall score based on 438 reviews
6.4Comfort
6.8Boarding
7.3Crew
5.1Entertainment
5.7Food
Airline reviews

Overall, it was good. The only concern was that I couldn't charge my phone because the USB port didn't work after we took off. One of the crew members tried to restart it but never came back to me with an update.

8.0 ExcellentSara, Mar 2025SIN - MEL
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Overall, it was good. The only concern was that I couldn't charge my phone because the USB port didn't work after we took off. One of the crew members tried to restart it but never came back to me with an update.

Comfortable seats, boarding was easy and staff were very nice.

Flight was fine but a domestic flight was called by Jetstar international. This meant going through immigration and custom scanning twice. Long queues were experienced which were frustrating. We were using a wheelchair and exit at Perth needed a scissor lift as no air bridge provided. No fast lane at Perth for wheelchair. The staff were helpful but this system is poor.

The crew were great. The seat was older than an old Holden with a big metal bar sticking right into my back. The passenger next to me complained that hers was the same. The pre purchase system for food was disappointing as the pie/quiche took 20 mins to warm up, arrived too hot and with no utensils. It was one of the most uncomfortable flights I've ever been on.

Not very good, no food and not drink ( caffe or tea). Never ever fly with jet star.

Fabulous I have no issues with JetStar great service always use them to fly

Flight was as expected - we got what we paid for which was a base fare

Hardly we had overweight and we were asked to pay $75. We were checked by a female and weight was alright

Unaware of charge for carry on until i got to gate

I got what I paid for - flight was clean, staff were friendly

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