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

Queenstown to Adelaide: Alternative routes

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

Queenstown to Adelaide: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$692
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Queenstown to Adelaide: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Queenstown to Adelaide is $692. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Queenstown to Adelaide. But we found flights with one or more stops from $692.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Queenstown to Adelaide.
The cheapest month to fly from Queenstown to Adelaide is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Queenstown Airport to Adelaide Airport on Wednesday, 25 November 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Queenstown Airport and Adelaide Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Adelaide 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 Adelaide is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Virgin Australia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Adelaide.

Travelling from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Adelaide Airport (ADL): what you need to know

  • Adelaide is two hours 30 minutes behind Queenstown and observes the UTC+10:30 timezone.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ZQN to ADL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • You can expect longer queues in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

How to find the cheapest flights from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Queenstown Airport to Adelaide Airport flight is $253. A return plane ticket is currently $692. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • To score cheap tickets from ZQN to ADL, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.

  • Getting cheap flights from Queenstown Airport to Adelaide Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.

  • Finding cheap flights from ZQN to ADL is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Queenstown Airport to Adelaide Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

  • ZQN is located at P.O. Box 64.

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Queenstown Airport, 79.18% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Queenstown Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Queenstown. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip when using public transport usually takes 20 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Queenstown Airport to Adelaide Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to ZQN:

Arriving at Adelaide Airport (ADL)

  • If you're arriving on a late Queenstown Airport to Adelaide Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near ADL:

  • Travel at your own speed with an Adelaide Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, simba car hire or East Coast and experience more of Adelaide and beyond.

  • To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Adelaide Airport around one week before travelling.

Getting from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to central Adelaide

  • From Adelaide Airport, Adelaide is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It'll take around 50 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Adelaide Airport (ADL)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Queenstown Airport to Adelaide Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Adelaide. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.

  • Book your flight from Queenstown Airport to Adelaide Airport for January if you'd like to explore Adelaide during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 30ºC.

  • Look for cheap tickets from ZQN to ADL in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 16ºC on average.

Explore more of Australia

  • You've visited Adelaide, now it's time to explore other corners of Australia. Travel around 338 kilometres east to Mildura to tick off its must-visit sights. From Mildura Riverfront to Mildura Arts Centre & Rio Vista Homestead and Orange World, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Around 370 kilometres south-east of Adelaide, Mount Gambier is another favourite stop in Australia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at The Blue Lake, Engelbrecht Cave and The Valley Lake.

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