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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Manchester to Queenstown? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Queenstown.R 12,138 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Manchester on Sat, 14 Jun, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,138, select.
Queenstown.R 14,862 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Jet2.Outbound indirect flight with Jet2, departs from Manchester on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 14,862, select.
Queenstown.R 15,141 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Manchester on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 15,141, select.
Queenstown.R 15,414 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Manchester on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 15,414, select.
Queenstown.R 16,199 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Nov.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Manchester on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 16,199, select.
Queenstown.R 16,725 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Manchester on Sat, 11 Oct, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 16,725, select.
Queenstown.R 20,211 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Jan.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Manchester on Sat, 10 Jan, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 20,211, select.
Queenstown.R 20,860 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 May.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Manchester on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 20,860, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Queenstown

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Manchester to Queenstown flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
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Jun
from R 12,138
Jul
from R 23,425
Aug
from R 15,141
Sep
from R 15,414
Oct
from R 16,725
Nov
from R 16,199
Dec
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Jan
from R 20,211
Feb
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Mar
from R 14,862
Apr
from R 21,505

Manchester to Queenstown: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Manchester to Queenstown below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Queenstown.

Manchester to Queenstown: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 12,138
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Manchester to Queenstown: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Manchester to Queenstown is R 25,474. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Manchester to Queenstown. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 25,474.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Manchester to Queenstown.
The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Queenstown is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Manchester Airport to Queenstown Airport on Monday, 9 March 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Manchester Airport and Queenstown Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Queenstown but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Queenstown is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Etihad Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Queenstown.

Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN): what you need to know

  • Queenstown is 13 hours ahead of Manchester and is in the UTC+13 timezone.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MAN to ZQN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

  • Currently, R 12,138 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Manchester Airport to Queenstown Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 25,474. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MAN to ZQN if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport to Queenstown Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from MAN to ZQN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Manchester Airport to Queenstown Airport.

Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • When it comes to Manchester Airport's on-time performance, 59.39% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • Manchester Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Manchester. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Looking for a handy hotel near MAN? If you're catching an early flight from Manchester Airport to Queenstown Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

Getting from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to central Queenstown

  • ZQN is located at P.O. Box 64.

  • From Queenstown Airport, Queenstown is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • It typically takes 20 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Queenstown Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Queenstown. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Manchester Airport to Queenstown Airport for February if you'd like to visit Queenstown during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from MAN to ZQN in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.

Explore more of New Zealand

  • Christchurch is just one of the many cities in New Zealand waiting to be explored once you've seen Queenstown. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Little River Rail Station, The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.

  • Around 177 kilometres south-east of Queenstown, Dunedin is another favourite stop in New Zealand. No visit is complete without checking out Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World.

Plan the rest of your trip from Manchester to Queenstown

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