ZQN - MEL

$240 Find Cheap Flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne departing on 15/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap Flights from Queenstown to Melbourne (ZQN-MEL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Queenstown to Melbourne that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Queenstown to Melbourne

Wed, 17 Dec - Wed, 24 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:10 - 13:35ZQN-MEL
3h 25mdirect
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21:00 - 11:30MEL-ZQN
12h 30m1 stop
$622Multiple Airlines
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Mon, 24 Nov - Sun, 30 Nov
Air New Zealand Logo
16:45 - 09:25ZQN-MEL
18h 40m2 stops
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18:55 - 21:15MEL-ZQN
24h 20m1 stop
$628Air New Zealand
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Tue, 25 Nov - Mon, 1 Dec
Jetstar Logo
13:35 - 23:50ZQN-MEL
12h 15m1 stop
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23:55 - 10:05MEL-ZQN
8h 10m1 stop
$653Jetstar
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Tue, 25 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:35 - 23:50ZQN-MEL
12h 15m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:35 - 21:15MEL-ZQN
8h 40m1 stop
$655Multiple Airlines
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Tue, 25 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec
Jetstar Logo
13:35 - 23:50ZQN-MEL
12h 15m1 stop
Jetstar Logo
14:50 - 20:00MEL-ZQN
3h 10mdirect
$658Jetstar
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Wed, 3 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec
Virgin Australia Logo
17:30 - 00:15ZQN-MEL
8h 45m1 stop
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06:15 - 14:15MEL-ZQN
6h 00m1 stop
$673Virgin Australia
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Mon, 24 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:35 - 00:30ZQN-MEL
12h 55m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:35 - 21:15MEL-ZQN
8h 40m1 stop
$675Multiple Airlines
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Fri, 12 Dec - Wed, 31 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:25 - 17:40ZQN-MEL
9h 15m2 stops
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14:50 - 20:00MEL-ZQN
3h 10mdirect
$676Multiple Airlines
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Wed, 26 Nov - Mon, 1 Dec
Virgin Australia Logo
17:30 - 00:15ZQN-MEL
8h 45m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
07:10 - 16:40MEL-ZQN
7h 30m1 stop
$716Virgin Australia
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Fri, 14 Nov - Sun, 23 Nov
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07:00 - 12:05ZQN-MEL
7h 05m1 stop
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07:00 - 21:05MEL-ZQN
12h 05m1 stop
$764Qantas Airways
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Everything you should know

Top airlines
Air New Zealand
Cheapest • from $628 (return)
Virgin Australia
Best reviews • 7.6 score
Airline reviews
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Airline reviews
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+1
When to book
3 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 15% compared to booking last minute.
Insights
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 9% price drop
February
Most popular
Good to know
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+1
+1
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+1
Cheapest return fare
$622
Overall average: $575
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/12Wed 24/12
ZQN - MEL • Direct
Cheapest direct flights
$744
Typical prices: $470-$660
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/12Wed 31/12
ZQN - MEL • Direct
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Queenstown to Melbourne flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Queenstown to Melbourne to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) on a Saturday and more expensive on a Tuesday. On your return trip to Queenstown, you should consider flying back on a Sunday, and avoid Saturdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport is March, where tickets cost $511 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and September, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $700 and $584 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 15% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJuly
Cheapest flight$240
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 24% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
Flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)

When to book flights from Queenstown to Melbourne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Queenstown to Melbourne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport was $240 for a one-way ticket and $622 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    On your way to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine), you’ll fly out from Queenstown Intl. You’ll be landing at Melbourne.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) flight route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    There are direct flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Queenstown to Melbourne, Virgin Australia or Jetstar?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Queenstown to Melbourne are Virgin Australia and Jetstar. With an average price for the route of $596 and an overall rating of 7.6, Virgin Australia is the most popular choice. Jetstar is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $484 and an overall rating of 6.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine).

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) from Queenstown is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) with an airline and back to Queenstown with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) from Queenstown up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $276 or less one-way and $221 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Queenstown Intl to Melbourne?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Queenstown Intl to Melbourne.
Find which airlines fly direct from Queenstown Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Queenstown Intl to Melbourne

Monday

Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, +1 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Virgin Australia

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +1 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Virgin Australia, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +2 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +2 more

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Direct returns

Melbourne to Queenstown Intl

Monday

Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, +1 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Virgin Australia

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +1 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Virgin Australia, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +2 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +2 more

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Reviews of the top airlines flying from Queenstown to Melbourne

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Queenstown to Melbourne. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Queenstown to Melbourne? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.6
Virgin AustraliaOverall score based on 421 reviews
8.2Crew
6.4Food
7.7Boarding
6.4Entertainment
7.5Comfort
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Overall experience was good but what really impressed me the most was the care the flight attendants took of a sick passenger who was sitting in front of me. The flight attendants would come and check on her quite regularly providing her support and comfort. Brilliant service!

10.0 ExcellentManish, Aug 2025MEL - SYD
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Overall experience was good but what really impressed me the most was the care the flight attendants took of a sick passenger who was sitting in front of me. The flight attendants would come and check on her quite regularly providing her support and comfort. Brilliant service!

Only answered OK and poor as there was no entertainment and I didnt have any food

4.5 hr international flight. We got a glass of water. Ranks up there with Ryan Air, Easy Jet, Spirit and Frontier. Expected better.

Gluten free options less explicit on business class, but great service

Very good… seems the virgin staff particularly in the lounge and in flight exceeded expectations.

I liked everything about the experience but would have liked some free snacks!

Crew was great but flight was delayed almost three hours due to a technical issue and we had to go back to the terminal and wait for another one.

Being told why we delayed three hours and not even given an apology by someone. Not a word. Not my airline of choice ever.

Checked Baggage line up was long but moved quickly, rest of the process, boarding, crew was excellent

Virgin has always provided a smooth and comfortable flight. This one was no different. Seats are comfortable. Staff are great. This is my favourite airline.

Late leaving and desintuon board showed ‘gate closed’ when they hadn’t even commenced boarding!

Flight was delayed more than 1.5 hours. Gate changed multiple times

The good thing is that the flight got us from Darwin to Brisbane. However, it would have to be the most uncomfortable flight I have ever taken and if I can possibly avoid flying Jetstar again, I will.

I was treated poorly in Dunedin by check in crew, then my bag was lost in Auckland. Never again.

no announcement about why we where delayed which is very poor

It was better than I expected. Thought $5 for a small cup of tea was a bit much!

Overall good trip I find seats a bit hard. We were waiting on board for about an hour for 2 passengers with some document issue. This main our arrival late for our pickup person.

15kg allowance is outrageous. Change of time a few days before departure and more than 2 hours of delay in the end. The worse we’ve taken so far in Oceania.

They added the weight of my back to the carryon luggage and charged me NZ$75 for being over 7 kg.

Very quiet plane!! One of the quietest planes we have been on.

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