Travelling from Melbourne to Queenstown Airport (ZQN): what you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Melbourne to Queenstown Airport (ZQN).
Book a direct flight from Melbourne to Queenstown Airport and you'll be in the air for around 3 hours 11 minutes.
Queenstown Airport is located in Queenstown. The city operates in the UTC+13 timezone and is 2 hours ahead of Melbourne.
With 56 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN) is the most popular route. Jetstar operates the earliest flight at 05:20. If you prefer to get more out of your day before you fly, the last flight from MEL to ZQN is with Virgin Australia at 13:50.
To ensure you catch your flight from Melbourne to ZQN, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like July or other busy periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
You can take a direct flight from Melbourne to Queenstown Airport (ZQN) departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
At MEL, there's a range of airlines operating direct flights from Melbourne to Queenstown Airport, such as:
We make it a cinch to plan a flight from Melbourne to ZQN that includes a stopover. To see your options departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between MEL and ZQN include:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Auckland Airport (AKL)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
From the centre of Melbourne, MEL is around 24 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Queenstown Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
About Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Queenstown Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ZQN instead:
Getting from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to central Queenstown
Queenstown Airport to central Queenstown takes around 13 minutes in a car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
Travelling on public transport takes around 21 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Queenstown Airport from R 2,745 or travel return from just R 4,424. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
You're more likely to score cheap tickets from Melbourne to ZQN if you book 7 months before your departure date. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares on this route are typically at their lowest.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Melbourne to Queenstown Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Melbourne to Queenstown Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Queenstown, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Book your flight from Melbourne to ZQN for February if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Queenstown to range from 6ºC to 18ºC.
July has average temperatures of between -2ºC and 6ºC. Look for cheap flights from Melbourne to Queenstown Airport sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Queenstown
After locking in your flight from Melbourne to Queenstown Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Queenstown:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Queenstown is to check out its popular attractions. Essential stops include Shotover River, Shotover Jet and Glenorchy-Queenstown Road.
Complete your Queenstown trip with a car rental
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