Traveling from Melbourne to Queenstown Airport (ZQN): What you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Queenstown Airport (ZQN) out of here.
Around 3 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct Melbourne to Queenstown Airport flight.
Queenstown is two hours ahead of Melbourne. Queenstown Airport is located in Queenstown, which is in the UTC+13 timezone.
With 17 direct flights a week between the two airports, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN) is the most popular route. Jetstar operates the earliest flight at 6:15am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last flight from MEL to ZQN is with Jetstar at 2:30pm.
To ensure you get on your flight from Melbourne to ZQN, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
You can take a direct flight from Melbourne to Queenstown Airport (ZQN) out of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
At MEL, you'll find a good selection of carriers that operate direct flights from Melbourne to Queenstown Airport, such as:
The most frequently booked airline between MEL and ZQN is Virgin Australia Regional.
Jetstar is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Melbourne to ZQN. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular airports:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Auckland Airport (AKL)
Located around 15 miles from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Queenstown Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
67.71% of flights leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport make it to their destination on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Make the most of your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Melbourne to Queenstown Airport. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) is one of the main options between Avalon Airport and ZQN.
AVV is around 35 miles from central Melbourne. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.
It's vacation time, so why not book another night away at a hotel close to Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to ZQN flight, treat yourself to a stay at Corio Bay Motel.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 80.09% of them arriving as expected.
About Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
Have a late flight from Melbourne to Queenstown Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Check in to one of these hotels near ZQN and fast-forward to bedtime:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Queenstown Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Yes rentals, Hao Rentals or mode rentals and discover more of Queenstown and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Queenstown Airport flight.
You'll find ZQN at P.O. Box 64.
Getting from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to central Queenstown
Queenstown Airport is about 4 miles from central Queenstown. How long it takes to get there by car rental or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It'll take around 20 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
$172 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Queenstown Airport. A return flight starts at $290. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Lock in cheap flights from Melbourne to ZQN by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap Melbourne to Queenstown Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne to Queenstown Airport (ZQN). July is the busiest month to visit Queenstown. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in April.
Before locking in your Melbourne to ZQN plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. February is the warmest month in Queenstown, with temperatures ranging from 43ºF to 64ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Queenstown Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 28ºF and 43ºF.
More about Queenstown
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Queenstown Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Queenstown:
There are plenty of things to do in Queenstown when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Air Milford followed by Glenorchy-Queenstown Road and Southern Lakes.
Explore more of New Zealand
Queenstown is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand you should also see. About 100 miles south-east of Queenstown, a trip to Dunedin will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Dunedin Botanic Garden, Saint Kilda Beach and Sandfly Bay.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in New Zealand, consider Invercargill, roughly 100 miles south of Queenstown. Aurora Australis viewpoint, Southland Museum & Art Gallery and St. Mary's Basilica are among the biggest draws.
