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Find the cheapest month to fly from Brisbane to Queenstown

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

Direct flights from Brisbane to Queenstown

Brisbane to Queenstown: Alternative routes

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

Brisbane to Queenstown: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$480
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineEtihad Airways
Average flights per week51

Finding cheap flights from Brisbane to Queenstown: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Brisbane to Queenstown is $480. 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 30 minutes is the average flight time from Brisbane to Queenstown.
Etihad Airways, Virgin Australia and Air Canada fly direct from Brisbane to Queenstown.
As of October 2024, there are 51 flights per week flying from Brisbane to Queenstown.
The cheapest month to fly from Brisbane to Queenstown is usually October 2024.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Brisbane Airport to Queenstown Airport on Tuesday, 6 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 30 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 and Virgin Australia offer the cheapest flight tickets to Queenstown.

Flying from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Brisbane Airport to Queenstown Airport is 3 hours 30 minutes. Queenstown's timezone is UTC+13, making Queenstown 3 hours ahead of Brisbane.

  • Flights from Brisbane Airport to Queenstown Airport start at 08:00 — the earliest with Virgin Australia. The last departure is the 19:30 option with Virgin Australia. In total, you can choose from 12 services every week between BNE and ZQN.

  • During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • Qantas is your ticket to exploring Queenstown (and perhaps some other exciting parts of New Zealand!). Look through the direct flights from Brisbane Airport to Queenstown Airport offered by this carrier.

  • If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Brisbane Airport to Queenstown Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. These are the popular stopovers between BNE and ZQN:

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

    • Wellington International Airport

    • Auckland Airport

  • Before organising your cheap ticket from BNE to ZQN, check if you need a visa to enter New Zealand. Travel document and visa requirements can differ and are updated frequently. To get the latest information, contact the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're travelling to.

Arriving at Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

Handy information about Brisbane Airport (BNE)

  • Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Brisbane, Brisbane Airport can be reached in approximately 23 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour and 40 minutes.

  • Want an easy way to start to your journey? Stay near BNE. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Queenstown Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:

More about Queenstown

Getting from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to central Queenstown

  • From Queenstown Airport, Queenstown is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 13 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 21 minutes.

Complete your Queenstown trip with hotels and a car rental

  • Comparing flights is not our only party trick. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Queenstown Airport, explore our great car rental offers that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Queenstown stay.

How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Brisbane Airport to Queenstown Airport is $287. The cheapest price for a return flight is $480. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book 9 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find flight tickets from BNE to ZQN.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Brisbane Airport to Queenstown Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • Create a Price Alert for flight tickets from BNE to ZQN. You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have fallen. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Brisbane Airport to Queenstown Airport.

When to fly to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Brisbane Airport to Queenstown Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Queenstown. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.

  • Before locking in your flight from Brisbane Airport to Queenstown Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Queenstown, with temperatures ranging from 6 ºC to 18 ºC.

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BNE to ZQN in July. Average temperatures are between -2 ºC and 6 ºC then.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.