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Find the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Queenstown

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Auckland to Queenstown flights are currently cheapest in August.

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Auckland to Queenstown: Alternative routes

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

Auckland to Queenstown: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$114
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time1 hr, 55 mins
Most popular airlineEVA Air
Average flights per week241

Finding cheap flights from Auckland to Queenstown: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Auckland to Queenstown is $114. 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 55 minutes is the average flight time from Auckland to Queenstown.
EVA Air, Air New Zealand and Etihad Airways fly direct from Auckland to Queenstown.
As of May 2024, there are 241 flights per week flying from Auckland to Queenstown.
The cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Queenstown is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Auckland to Queenstown Airport on Tuesday, 6 August 2024.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 55 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Queenstown is Jetstar .

Which airlines fly from Auckland to Queenstown? 

How easy is it to depart on flights from Auckland to Queenstown?

Auckland Airport is the country’s major domestic and international airport, and offers nonstop flights to Queenstown. This airport has 2 terminals.

  • Domestic Terminal – direct flights to Queenstown depart from this terminal.

Before you hop aboard your plane, you can access restaurants, bars, shops, charging points, ATMs, premier lounges, and free WiFi. Transfers between terminals are via a free shuttle service.

Arrive at Auckland Airport at least 1 hour before your flight to Queenstown is due to depart.

What do I need before I fly from Auckland to Queenstown?

  • A form of official photo-ID is required for domestic air travel.
  • If you do not carry an Australian or a New Zealand passport, you may need to apply for a visa – please go to the New Zealand government website.

What is Queenstown Airport like?

Queenstown Airport is a small airport, but an important one, with excellent domestic and international links. This is the gateway airport for Queenstown, Wanaka, Te Anau, and the Fiordland National Park. Queenstown Airport has 1 terminal.

  • Main Terminal – nonstop flights from Auckland to Queenstown are directed to this terminal.

At this airport you’ll find that there are cash machines, shops, restaurants, a pharmacy and free WiFi.

What is the weather like in Queenstown?

  • Summers in Queenstown are typically between 18-20°C, and the winter months see averages of 1-10°C.

Is there a time difference between Auckland and Queenstown?

  • There is no time difference between Auckland and Queenstown.

Is Queenstown cheaper than Auckland? 

Queenstown and Auckland are a similar price for the most part, with accommodation being higher on average. However, you can find cheap hotels in Queenstown with our search tools and read up on what you can do here with our Queenstown local's guide.

  Auckland Queenstown
Average cost of a meal for 2 people $90 $90
Average cost of a coffee $4.55 $4.90
Average cost of a taxi from the airport to the CBD $38-75 $25-35

What about return flights from Queenstown to Auckland?

Click the Return option to see outbound fares, or go to our dedicated Queenstown to Auckland flights page.

Please note that the information provided above is accurate as of May 2019


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