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Flight deals from Vancouver International to Queenstown

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Vancouver International Airport to Queenstown Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $3,648. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Queenstown.$2,144 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 May, returning Tue, 11 May.Return flight with Fiji Airways and Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 4 May, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Tue, 11 May, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,144, select.

Queenstown.$2,208 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Oct, returning Thu, 3 Dec.Return flight with Fiji Airways and Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Vancouver International on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,208, select.

Queenstown.$2,324 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with Fiji Airways and Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,324, select.

Queenstown.$2,376 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep, returning Thu, 8 Oct.Return flight with Fiji Airways and Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,376, select.

Queenstown.$2,399 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Jun, returning Tue, 30 Jun.Return flight with Fiji Airways and Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,399, select.

Queenstown.$2,435 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep, returning Fri, 27 Nov.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,435, select.

Queenstown.$2,456 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Aug, returning Sat, 12 Sep.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Vancouver International on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,456, select.

Queenstown.$2,457 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Mar, returning Mon, 22 Mar.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Vancouver International on Sun, 14 Mar, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Mon, 22 Mar, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,457, select.

Queenstown.$2,486 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Feb, returning Mon, 22 Feb.Return flight with Fiji Airways and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Vancouver International on Sat, 13 Feb, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Queenstown on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,486, select.

Queenstown.$2,574 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Feb, returning Sun, 7 Mar.Return flight with Air Canada and Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Vancouver International on Sat, 20 Feb, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Sun, 7 Mar, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,574, select.

Queenstown.$2,605 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep, returning Fri, 18 Sep.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,605, select.

Queenstown.$2,671 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct, returning Sat, 7 Nov.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,671, select.

Queenstown.$2,672 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Jun, returning Thu, 29 Oct.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 29 Jun, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,672, select.

Queenstown.$2,845 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep, returning Thu, 10 Dec.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,845, select.

Queenstown.$2,915 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep, returning Mon, 8 Mar.Return flight with Cathay Pacific and Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Mon, 8 Mar, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,915, select.

Queenstown.$2,970 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Nov, returning Fri, 4 Dec.Return flight with Air Canada and Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,970, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver International to Queenstown

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

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Vancouver International to Queenstown: Alternative routes

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Vancouver to Queenstown: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$2,144
Cheapest month to fly	May

Finding cheap flights from Vancouver International to Queenstown: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Vancouver International to Queenstown?

The best price we found for a return flight from Vancouver International to Queenstown is $2,144. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Vancouver International to Queenstown?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Vancouver International to Queenstown. But we found flights with one or more stops from $2,144.

How many flights are there a week from Vancouver International to Queenstown?

As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Vancouver International to Queenstown.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Vancouver International to Queenstown?

The cheapest month to fly from Vancouver International to Queenstown is usually May.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Vancouver International Airport to Queenstown Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Vancouver International Airport to Queenstown Airport on Tuesday, 4 May 2027.

Can I get a direct flight from Vancouver International Airport to Queenstown Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Vancouver International Airport and Queenstown Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Queenstown?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Queenstown?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Vancouver International Airport to Queenstown with?

Currently, Fiji Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Queenstown.

Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN): what you need to know

Queenstown is 20 hours ahead of Vancouver and follows the UTC+13 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your YVR to ZQN flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

$975 is the lowest price for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Queenstown Airport flight. A return flight starts from $2,144. These prices can change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from YVR to ZQN if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Vancouver International Airport to Queenstown Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.
Picking up cheap flights from YVR to ZQN is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Vancouver International Airport to Queenstown Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

When it comes to the on-time performance of Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Vancouver to Vancouver International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Queenstown Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near YVR:

Arriving at Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Vancouver International Airport to Queenstown Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ZQN instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Queenstown Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Yes rentals, Hao Rentals or mode rentals and see more of Queenstown and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Queenstown Airport about two weeks ahead.

Getting from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to central Queenstown

You'll find ZQN at P.O. Box 64.
Queenstown Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Queenstown. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 20 minutes.

When to fly to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Queenstown Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Queenstown. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Queenstown Airport for February if you want to go to Queenstown during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 6ºC and 18ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from YVR to ZQN in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -2ºC and 6ºC on average.

Explore more of New Zealand

You've seen Queenstown, now it's time to discover other parts of New Zealand. Travel about 354 kilometres east to Christchurch to tick off its leading attractions. From Little River Rail Station to The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Dunedin is another sought-after destination in New Zealand and is around 177 kilometres south-east of Queenstown. No journey is complete without seeing Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World.