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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Queenstown Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 285 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Queenstown.272 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Feb, returning Wed, 17 Feb.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Queenstown on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 272 €, select.

Queenstown.273 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Feb, returning Fri, 5 Mar.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Queenstown on Fri, 5 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 273 €, select.

Queenstown.273 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Mar, returning Tue, 23 Mar.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 9 Mar, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Queenstown on Tue, 23 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 273 €, select.

Queenstown.273 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Jan, returning Wed, 3 Feb.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Queenstown on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 273 €, select.

Queenstown.280 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct, returning Fri, 23 Oct.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Queenstown on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 280 €, select.

Queenstown.280 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Nov, returning Wed, 11 Nov.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Queenstown on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 280 €, select.

Queenstown.285 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Wed, 2 Sep.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Queenstown on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 285 €, select.

Queenstown.285 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Wed, 26 Aug.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Queenstown on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 285 €, select.

Queenstown.285 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep, returning Thu, 10 Sep.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Queenstown on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 285 €, select.

Queenstown.286 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 May, returning Wed, 26 May.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 14 May, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Queenstown on Wed, 26 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 286 €, select.

Queenstown.295 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov, returning Tue, 15 Dec.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Queenstown on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 295 €, select.

Queenstown.295 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Dec, returning Mon, 14 Dec.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Queenstown on Mon, 14 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 295 €, select.

Queenstown.298 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Sep, returning Wed, 28 Oct.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Queenstown on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 298 €, select.

Queenstown.299 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Apr, returning Fri, 7 May.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 28 Apr, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Queenstown on Fri, 7 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 299 €, select.

Queenstown.299 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Queenstown on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 299 €, select.

Queenstown.299 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 Jan, returning Sun, 31 Jan.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 24 Jan, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Queenstown on Sun, 31 Jan, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 299 €, select.

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Cheapest flight found	272 €
Cheapest month to fly	February
Average flight time	3 hrs, 11 mins
Most popular airline	Singapore Airlines
Average flights per week	95

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Queenstown: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Queenstown?

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Queenstown is 272 €. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Queenstown?

3 hours and 11 minutes is the average flight time from Melbourne Tullamarine to Queenstown.

Which airlines fly direct from Melbourne Tullamarine to Queenstown?

Singapore Airlines, Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways fly direct from Melbourne Tullamarine to Queenstown.

How many flights are there a week from Melbourne Tullamarine to Queenstown?

As of July 2026, there are 95 flights per week flying from Melbourne Tullamarine to Queenstown.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Queenstown?

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Queenstown is usually February.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Queenstown Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Queenstown Airport on Tuesday, 2 February 2027.

Can I get a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Queenstown Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 11 minutes.

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 Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Queenstown with?

Currently, Virgin Australia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Queenstown.

Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN): what you need to know

The average time for a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Queenstown Airport is 3 hours 10 minutes.
Queenstown's timezone is UTC+13, which makes Queenstown two hours ahead of Melbourne.
Flights from MEL to ZQN start at 06:15 — the first with Jetstar. The latest departure is at 14:30 with Jetstar. Overall, you can choose from 18 weekly Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Queenstown Airport flights.
Leave enough time to make your MEL to ZQN flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Queenstown Airport, so jetting off to Queenstown (and then seeing more parts of New Zealand!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most passengers choose to fly with Virgin Australia on this route.
With a reliable 91.43% of services arriving as planned, Virgin Australia has the best on-time record for MEL to ZQN flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Queenstown Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between MEL and ZQN:
- Sydney Airport
- Brisbane Airport
- Auckland International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

161 € is the lowest price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Queenstown Airport flight. Return flights start at 272 €. These prices can change depending on availability.
Book 11 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MEL to ZQN.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Queenstown Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
Landing cheap flights from MEL to ZQN is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Queenstown Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

63% of flights that leave from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it'll take about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near MEL? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Queenstown Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

If you're coming in on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Queenstown Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near ZQN:
Follow your own route with a Queenstown Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Yes rentals, Hao Rentals or mode rentals and venture far and wide through Queenstown and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Queenstown Airport around two weeks before your departure date.

When to fly to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

July is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Queenstown Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Queenstown in March.
The warmest month in Queenstown is February, with temperatures ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Book your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Queenstown Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MEL to ZQN in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.

Explore more of New Zealand

Queenstown is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of New Zealand waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres east of Queenstown, a visit to Christchurch will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Mount Herbert/Te Ahu Patiki, Gemston & Fossil Museum Birdlings Flat and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.
Around 177 kilometres south-east of Queenstown, Dunedin is another favourite stop in New Zealand. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Dunedin Botanic Garden, Saint Kilda Beach and Sandfly Bay.