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Cheap Flights from Gold Coast to Queenstown

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Flight deals from Gold Coast to Queenstown

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Gold Coast to Queenstown? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Queenstown.R 2,506 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Oct.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Gold Coast on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,506, select.
Queenstown.R 2,506 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Nov.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Gold Coast on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,506, select.
Queenstown.R 2,506 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Feb.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Gold Coast on Mon, 23 Feb, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,506, select.
Queenstown.R 2,506 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Mar.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Gold Coast on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,506, select.
Queenstown.R 2,506 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Gold Coast on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,506, select.
Queenstown.R 2,774 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 May.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Gold Coast on Mon, 12 May, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,774, select.
Queenstown.R 2,774 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Jan.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Gold Coast on Tue, 13 Jan, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,774, select.
Queenstown.R 2,778 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Gold Coast on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,778, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Gold Coast to Queenstown

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Gold Coast to Queenstown flights are currently cheapest in October.
May
from R 2,774
Jun
from R 3,008
Jul
from R 3,241
Aug
from R 3,241
Sep
from R 2,778
Oct
from R 2,506
Nov
from R 2,506
Dec
from R 2,506
Jan
from R 2,774
Feb
from R 2,506
Mar
from R 2,506
Apr
from R 6,790

Direct flights from Gold Coast to Queenstown

Gold Coast to Queenstown: Alternative routes

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

Gold Coast to Queenstown: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,506
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time3 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airlineQantas
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Gold Coast to Queenstown: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Gold Coast to Queenstown is R 4,195. 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.
3 hours and 20 minutes is the average flight time from Gold Coast to Queenstown.
Qantas and Jetstar fly direct from Gold Coast to Queenstown.
As of May 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from Gold Coast to Queenstown.
The cheapest month to fly from Gold Coast to Queenstown is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Gold Coast Airport to Queenstown Airport on Tuesday, 2 December 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 20 minutes.
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, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Queenstown.

Travelling from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Gold Coast Airport to Queenstown Airport is 3 hours 30 minutes.

  • The timezone in Queenstown is UTC+13, which is three hours ahead of Gold Coast.

  • Flights from OOL to ZQN start from 06:15 — the first with Jetstar. The last service of the day is at 06:20 with Jetstar. Overall, there are 12 weekly Gold Coast Airport to Queenstown Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your OOL to ZQN flight.

  • You can expect longer queues during popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Jetting into Queenstown (and then exploring more of New Zealand!) is a breeze with Jetstar. This popular carrier has direct flights from Gold Coast Airport to Queenstown Airport.

  • Jetstar has the highest passenger demand on this route.

  • With an impressive 96.77% of services arriving as planned, Jetstar has the best on-time record for OOL to ZQN flights.

  • If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Gold Coast Airport to Queenstown Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between OOL and ZQN:

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

    • Wellington International Airport

    • Auckland Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

  • Currently, R 2,506 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Gold Coast Airport to Queenstown Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 4,195. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from OOL to ZQN by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Gold Coast Airport to Queenstown Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from OOL to ZQN.

  • Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Gold Coast Airport to Queenstown Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Gold Coast Airport (OOL)

  • When it comes to Gold Coast Airport's on-time performance, 74.82% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Central Gold Coast to Gold Coast Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 40 minutes when using public transport.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel near OOL? If you're catching an early flight from Gold Coast Airport to Queenstown Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

Getting from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to central Queenstown

  • ZQN is located at P.O. Box 64.

  • Queenstown Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Queenstown. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.

  • It'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

  • January is the most popular month for flights from Gold Coast Airport to Queenstown Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Queenstown in April.

  • When booking your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Queenstown Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Queenstown, with temperatures ranging from 6ºC (43ºF) to 18ºC (64ºF).

  • July has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap tickets from OOL to ZQN sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of New Zealand

  • Queenstown has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of New Zealand waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres east of Queenstown, a trip to Christchurch will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Little River Rail Station, The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.

  • Dunedin is another well-known destination in New Zealand and is around 177 kilometres south-east of Queenstown. No trip is complete without dropping by Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World.

Plan the rest of your trip from Gold Coast to Queenstown

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