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Flight deals from Wellington to Queenstown

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Wellington Airport to Queenstown Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 1,493. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Queenstown.R 674 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Wellington on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 674, select.
Queenstown.R 744 per passenger.Departing Sun, 16 Aug.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Wellington on Sun, 16 Aug, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 744, select.
Queenstown.R 744 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Mar.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Wellington on Sun, 14 Mar, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 744, select.
Queenstown.R 744 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Wellington on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 744, select.
Queenstown.R 745 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Wellington on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 745, select.
Queenstown.R 746 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Feb.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Wellington on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 746, select.
Queenstown.R 746 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Wellington on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 746, select.
Queenstown.R 747 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Jul.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Wellington on Sun, 19 Jul, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 747, select.
Queenstown.R 748 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Wellington on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 748, select.
Queenstown.R 750 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Apr.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Wellington on Sun, 18 Apr, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 750, select.
Queenstown.R 4,139 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Jun.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Wellington on Thu, 24 Jun, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,139, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Wellington to Queenstown

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Wellington to Queenstown flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from R 747
Aug
from R 744
Sep
from R 674
Oct
from R 744
Nov
from R 745
Dec
from R 748
Jan
from R 746
Feb
from R 746
Mar
from R 744
Apr
from R 750
May
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Jun
from R 4,139

Direct flights from Wellington to Queenstown

Wellington to Queenstown: Alternative routes

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

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Wellington to Queenstown: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 674
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 25 mins
Most popular airlineAir New Zealand
Average flights per week42

Finding cheap flights from Wellington to Queenstown: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Wellington to Queenstown is R 1,493. 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.
1 hour and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Wellington to Queenstown.
Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways and Qantas fly direct from Wellington to Queenstown.
As of July 2026, there are 42 flights per week flying from Wellington to Queenstown.
The cheapest month to fly from Wellington to Queenstown is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Wellington Airport to Queenstown Airport on Wednesday, 19 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 25 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 Wellington Airport (WLG) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Wellington Airport to Queenstown Airport.

  • Wellington and Queenstown are in the UTC+13 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.

  • Each week, there are 16 Wellington Airport to Queenstown Airport flights. If you prefer to take off early, select the 07:55 Jetstar flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 13:55 with Air New Zealand.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your WLG to ZQN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as April? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Air New Zealand is your gateway to discovering Queenstown (and maybe even some other great corners of New Zealand!). Check out the direct flights from Wellington Airport to Queenstown Airport offered by this carrier.

  • Most passengers choose to fly with Air New Zealand on this route.

  • With a dependable 88.46% of services arriving on schedule, Jetstar is the most punctual carrier operating WLG to ZQN flights.

How to find the cheapest flights from Wellington Airport (WLG) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

  • R 674 is the best price for a one-way Wellington Airport to Queenstown Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 1,493. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.

  • It's usually best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from WLG to ZQN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Wellington Airport to Queenstown Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from WLG to ZQN.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Wellington Airport to Queenstown Airport.

Handy information about Wellington Airport (WLG)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Wellington Airport, data shows 74% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • Wellington Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Wellington. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a trip time of about 30 minutes on public transport.

  • Need a convenient hotel near WLG? If you've booked an early flight from Wellington Airport to Queenstown Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

When to fly to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Wellington Airport to Queenstown Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Queenstown. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.

  • The warmest month in Queenstown is February, with temperatures ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Lock in your flights from Wellington Airport to Queenstown Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

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

Explore more of New Zealand

  • Queenstown has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand you'll want to see. About 354 kilometres east of Queenstown, a visit to Christchurch will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Mount Herbert/Te Ahu Patiki, Gemston & Fossil Museum Birdlings Flat and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.

  • If you're interested in discovering another great destination in New Zealand, consider Dunedin, roughly 177 kilometres south-east of Queenstown. Dunedin Botanic Garden, Saint Kilda Beach and Sandfly Bay are key highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Wellington to Queenstown

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.