Flights from Queenstown (ZQN) to Melbourne (MEL)

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Queenstown to Melbourne Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Queenstown (ZQN) to Melbourne (MEL)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Queenstown to Melbourne flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top ZQN to MEL routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

to Information

Traveling From
Queenstown Intl.
Origin Airport
Origin Airport IATA Code
ZQN
Traveling To
Tullamarine
Destination Airport
Destination Airport IATA Code
MEL
Number of Airlines Serving
Average Flight Time
 hours mins
Direct Flight Time
 hours mins
Flight Price

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from ZQN to Tullamarine Airport?
The flight from ZQN to MEL typically lasts 5 hours and 31 minutes. There’s never been a more perfect opportunity to finally cull the 6,985 unopened emails clogging up your inbox.
What airlines fly direct from Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) to Tullamarine Airport?
If you want to keep your holidays drama-free, you’ll be chuffed to hear you can fly straight from ZQN to MEL with a number of airlines. Keep an eye out for awesome deals with Jetstar and Qantas.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Here’s an insider tip: Tuesday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flights booked on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Tuesday generally had the lowest average price. Wotif data also shows Wednesdays and Fridays generally have the highest average ticket prices according to our demand data.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
Guess what? Saturday is actually the best day to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights purchased on Saturdays had the lowest airfares on average. Thursday, on the other hand, can be the most expensive day of the week to buy your airfare, with generally a higher than average ticket value.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
When comparing 2021 flight demand on Wotif.co.nz, September is one of the cheapest months to fly, when ticket prices are generally at their lowest. May is a close second for the cheapest time to fly. The months December and January are often the most expensive ones to travel, with higher than average ticket prices, so plan ahead and book early for your travel plans.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Are you a super organised traveller? Even though not all airlines release their fares a year in advance, you can start researching your flights 12 months in advance for many carriers. It’s good to book your international flights to popular destinations early, particularly in peak holiday periods. According to Wotif’s 2021 travel trends, last minute planners can also bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 1-2 weeks prior to travel.*According to flight demand on Wotif.co.nz from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Address:
Melbourne VIC,
Australia
IATA code:
MEL
Longitude:
144.843013
Latitude:
-37.673295
Time zone:
Australia/Sydney
Address:
P.O. Box 64
Queenstown ,
New Zealand
IATA code:
ZQN
Longitude:
168.739104
Latitude:
-45.022039
Time zone:
Pacific/Auckland

Queenstown to Melbourne Flight Deals from

Considering a quick trip to Melbourne, but not sure which is the best route for you? Well, you’re in luck! Wotif has done the hard work, so all you need to do is check out these flights from ZQN to MEL. With heaps of cheap fares from Queenstown, we guarantee you’ll be arriving to your holiday destination in style without emptying your bank account in the process.

It’s easy to book flights to Melbourne from Queenstown  

For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to Melbourne from Queenstown from different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to Melbourne in just hour(s) and mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to Melbourne from Queenstown 

Choose from flights a day on average, with prices starting at and rising to depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from Queenstown to Melbourne today!  

Find cheap airfares to Melbourne from Queenstown 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near Queenstown and Melbourne
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in )
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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Great places to stay after flight from Queenstown to Melbourne

Mantra Melbourne Airport
Mantra Melbourne Airport
4.5 out of 5
2 Trade Park Drive, Tullamarine, VIC
The price is NZ$230 per night from 9 May to 10 May
NZ$230
per night
9 May - 10 May
Stay at this 4.5-star family-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Easy access, friendly staff, very clean facilities and very spacious room."

Reviewed on 4 May 2024

Mantra Melbourne Airport
PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport
PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport
4.5 out of 5
Arrival Drive, Melbourne Airport, VIC
The price is NZ$323 per night from 25 May to 26 May
NZ$323
per night
25 May - 26 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,123 reviews)
"Lovely rooms, comfortable beds & great amenities. Convenient location with easy access to airport"

Reviewed on 3 May 2024

PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport
Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
10-14 Centre Road, Melbourne Airport, VIC
The price is NZ$234 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
NZ$234
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Property was a little dated. But convenient for an early morning flight."

Reviewed on 2 May 2024

Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport, an IHG Hotel
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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^Savings based on all package bookings made with Flight + Hotel on Wotif.co.nz from , as compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings will vary based on origin/destination, length of trip, stay dates and selected travel supplier(s). Savings not available on all packages.