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£489+ Cheap flights to Queenstown

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30 Apr — 7 May1
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Flights to Queenstown in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Queenstown
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 31 March 2026.

Tue 1/911:35
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Tue 15/913:00
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Deal found 31/3£905
Tue 1/921:20
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Tue 15/910:50
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Sat 30/107:00
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Deal found 28/3£1,038
Mon 9/1122:00
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Thu 26/1120:25
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Deal found 28/3£1,054
Fri 30/1017:00
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Sat 14/1110:45
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Deal found 31/3£1,126
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Mon 30/1120:25
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Deal found 29/3£1,130
Mon 11/511:35
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Mon 18/513:00
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Deal found 27/3£1,140
Fri 22/521:45
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Thu 4/617:45
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Deal found 29/3£1,152
Tue 1/1210:30
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Sat 30/107:00
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Deal found 28/3£1,153
Tue 1/1220:15
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Sat 30/115:30
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Deal found 28/3£1,154
Fri 30/1021:00
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£905

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£489

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£1,343
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  • 79h 10m total
  • London to Queenstown
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  • 55h 50m total
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LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Wed 13/5

18:00-21:15

2 stops40h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 20/5

10:35-15:00

2 stops39h 25m

£1,163

LondonQueenstown

STN - ZQN

STNZQN

London Stansted

Wed 13/5

21:05-12:35

2 stops28h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 20/5

12:10-12:55

2 stops35h 45m

£1,212

LondonQueenstown

STN - ZQN

STNZQN

London Stansted

Wed 3/6

14:55-20:00

2 stops42h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 7/6

12:10-12:55

2 stops35h 45m

£1,244

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Wed 3/6

14:35-20:00

2 stops42h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 7/6

13:30-21:30

2 stops43h 00m

£1,247

LondonQueenstown

STN - ZQN

STNZQN

London Stansted

Fri 24/4

21:05-12:35

2 stops28h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 1/5

13:30-18:45

2 stops40h 15m

£1,249

LondonQueenstown

LHR - ZQN

LHRZQN

London Heathrow

Wed 3/6

20:40-20:00

2 stops36h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 7/6

12:10-18:40

2 stops41h 30m

£1,273

LondonQueenstown

STN - ZQN

STNZQN

London Stansted

Fri 17/4

21:05-21:15

2 stops37h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 1/5

13:30-18:45

2 stops40h 15m

£1,283
Fastest return journey

LondonQueenstown

LHR - ZQN

LHRZQN

London Heathrow

Thu 7/5

22:15-12:35

2 stops27h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 11/5

15:25-16:10

2 stops35h 45m

£1,284

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Fri 17/4

21:45-21:15

2 stops36h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 1/5

13:30-19:45

2 stops41h 15m

£1,287

LondonQueenstown

LHR - ZQN

LHRZQN

London Heathrow

Thu 4/6

14:45-14:15

2 stops60h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 4/7

09:05-07:00

2 stops56h 55m

£1,289

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Best time to book a flight to Queenstown

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Queenstown

When is the best time to book a flight to Queenstown?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

The best time to book flights to Queenstown is 89 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

How long is the flight to Queenstown?

On average, a flight from London to Queenstown takes 31 hours 6 minutes. Flights to Queenstown from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Queenstown?

The most popular airlines flying from London to Queenstown are Singapore Airlines, Qantas Airways and Emirates.

Emirates
Emirates
From £629
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From £1,075
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From £1,132
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From £1,163

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Queenstown?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Queenstown are Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Qatar Airways.

Rainfall in Queenstown by month

Plan your trip to Queenstown by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Queenstown ranges from 50.0 - 80.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 80.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Queenstown when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Queenstown by month

Plan your trip to Queenstown by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Queenstown, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 3.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Queenstown

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Queenstown. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Queenstown. Reviews last updated 31 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andAir New Zealand to New Zealand. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
623 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,015 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,729 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

FAQs about flying to Queenstown

Queenstown climate

Queenstown has an Alpine climate. Summer (December to February) temperatures range between 10 and 22 C (50 and 72 F), winter (June to August) temperatures between 0 and 8 C (32 and 46 F). The average number of rainy days per month is eight.

Getting around Queenstown

There are lots of rental-car companies at the airport. The Kiwi Shuttle will deliver you to any address in Queenstown and there’s also Super Shuttle, a door-to-door shared ride service. Taxis and limousines are readily available as well.

Public transport – the Connectabus runs between 6am and 11pm, every 20 minutes.

The Central Business District is compact and ideal for walking. Connectabus offers an extensive route network around the area, up to Sunshine Bay and down to Arrowtown.

Several activity providers offer free shuttles to/from the town centre.

During ski season, several shuttle buses run to Coronet Peak, The Remarkables and Cardrona Alpine Resort.

What is good to know if travelling to Queenstown?

  • The Winter Festival takes place at the end of June/start of July each year. It’s a week of music and fun, fireworks and a Big Air Invitational.
  • Sam Neill’s vineyard highly sought out. If you want a tour we recommend scheduling way in advance. The vineyard is about 3km (2 miles) from Clyde and 12km (7 miles) from Alexandra. The Pinot Noir is the specialty.
  • There are several world-class golf courses within 40km (20 miles) of each other including Kelvin Heights, Millbrook and Jacks Point.

Queenstown airport overview

The resort town of Queenstown, located in Otago on New Zealand’s South Island, is a massively popular holiday destination, particularly famous for adventure and ski tourism. Queenstown Airport is a suitably attractive, convenient transport hub – befitting a town that was once described by an enthusiastic gold-digger as “Fit for Queen Victoria”.

Flights to and from Queenstown Airport are mainly domestic – though there are a few weekly international flights to Australia. In winter, peak tourist season, more international flights are offered. Note that the terminal building opens an hour before the first scheduled flight, and closes an hour after the last scheduled flight, every day.

There is plenty to see and do at Queenstown airport – from shopping for ski equipment, to enjoying handmade chocolate – and easy connections into town ensure that the alpine serenity of your time in Queenstown won’t be tainted by the time you spend in transit.

  • When is the best time to fly to Queenstown?

    Queenstown is a four-season destination. There really is no bad time to visit Queenstown. June to October is ski season. December to March is summer time, when New Zealanders take their holidays. Summer is also peak season for walking and hiking. The low-lying river fishing season starts on October 1, and the alpine-river fishing season opens on November 2.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Queenstown?

    Most people fly into Queenstown Intl (ZQN) if they book a flight to Queenstown. Queenstown Intl is conveniently located just 3.9 mi from Queenstown’s city center.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Queenstown if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Queenstown on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Queenstown?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Emirates is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Queenstown.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Queenstown?

    Queenstown Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Queenstown. One-way flights to Queenstown Intl typically cost £34, while return flights cost around £80.

  • How much is a return flight to Queenstown?

    A return flight to Queenstown will typically cost around £475, however they can be found for as little as £80.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Queenstown depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Queenstown, London offers the quickest one-way flight (27 hours 20 minutes).

  • Does Queenstown Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Queenstown Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Queenstown Intl?

    Yes. Queenstown Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Luxury villa & carpark, retreat close to everything is the closest property to Queenstown Intl (0.0 mi away from Queenstown Intl).

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