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Flight from Wellington to Queenstown

FAQs - booking Wanaka flights

  • How long is the flight to Wanaka?

    Flights from Christchurch1h 03m
    Flights from Wellington1h 22m
    Flights from Auckland1h 51m
  • What is the cheapest flight to Queenstown?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight to Queenstown was $143 for a one-way ticket from Wellington and $342 for a return. The most popular route searched for by our users was for flights from Auckland to Queenstown and the best return deal found in the last 3 days was $204.

  • How to fly to Wanaka?

    You cannot fly directly to Wanaka. KAYAK recommends you fly to Queenstown Intl (ZQN) (47.9 km from Wanaka). From there you can rent a car or get a taxi.

  • What airports are near Wanaka?

    The closest airport is Queenstown Intl (ZQN) (47.9 km). Another nearby airport is Dunedin (DUD) (159.06 km) KAYAK recommends you fly to Queenstown Intl.

  • How far is Queenstown Intl Airport from central Queenstown?

    The distance between Queenstown Intl Airport and the city centre of Queenstown is 6 km.

  • What is the name of Queenstown’s airport?

    There is only 1 airport in Queenstown, called Queenstown Intl Airport (ZQN). It can also be referred to as Frankton, Queenstown, or Queenstown Intl.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Wanaka?

    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 to Wanaka.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Wanaka?

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Wanaka?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Wanaka with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Wanaka?

    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 Wanaka up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to Wanaka

  • There is no major airport in Wanaka. It is instead served by Queenstown Intl Airport.
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Wanaka flight deals.

Top airlines flying to Wanaka

Need help choosing which airline to fly with from New Zealand to Wanaka? 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.
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Air New ZealandOverall score based on 529 reviews
7.4Food
8.2Boarding
8.6Crew
7.6Entertainment
8.0Comfort
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Would have been nice to have decaf coffee as an option, and perhaps a scone

10.0 ExcellentScott, Nov 2024AKL - CHC
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Would have been nice to have decaf coffee as an option, and perhaps a scone

Overall, a great experience from food and crew. The only setback was that this was the Second flight from Air New Zealand within a week that was an hour late for boarding.

The flight attendances were very helpful and friendly ! Dinner and breakfast were great . The seat was not too comfortable though .

The air New Zealand employees who assisted us with wheelchair aid on Auckland made our transfer from flight to the next seamless. Also were amazing in helping with our luggage and customs in Brisbane.

New Zealand crew were attentive. We were not informed that we needed transit document to pass through New Zealand. A checkin employee helped with this for which we were thankful.

The boarding process was less than ideal. While I liked being greeted with “Kia Ora”, the rest of the process was very average for business-class travel — queue, crowding, no clear separation between economy and business premier. The aircraft felt old, even though I believe it was only 6 years’ old. Travelling in Business Premier in Air New Zealand is like sitting in a glass bowl. One can see everyone, and everyone can see others. Very bad structuring of seats. If you have a choice, fly another airlines like Singapore Airlines for business — I had the option, but chose this flight due to it’s departure time. Regrettable decision. I had opted for Vegan food choice. Very poor food as well as service. It is as if the chefs preparing the meal have little idea what nutritious, healthy and filling plant-based food is. And the crew were totally uncoordinated. In the main dinner meal, the first thing I was served was a fruit bowl, and then followed by other items. No mention was made that the fruit bowl (served first) was the dessert! And then after my meal tray was cleared another steward (not the one who served the main meal) comes around asks me that now that I had had the would like the dessert. I said yes, please. He went off and comes back to tell me discreetly that I’ve already had my dessert! He also didn’t know what the dessert was — and I guess it was the fruit platter that was the first item I was served. I was traveling with partner, who had similar experience. For her, they just cleared her table without offering dessert. Extremely poor coordination. The area behind the seats was extremely dirty. I just happened to use the overhead light to try and locate something that had fallen, only to be horrified at the dust, crumbs and all kinds of other particles. The only good thing about the flight was that when it ended, our bags came very very quickly. But that I guess is more to do with airport operations for Air New Zealands at Auckland Airport rather than the flight itself. I would think very hard next time I have to fly Business Premier in New Zealand, especially on Boeing 787-9NZM, which this plane was. Basically if you are selecting seats and find that they are at a diagonal angle, do not book this if you are looking for luxurious travel. Better off with premium economy or a good economy seat. The quality of food and service indeed was way below par.

Gate agent was fantastic in Auckland. They wanted to charge me for my two bags even though I was gold member with United in Tonga. So I had to pay for an upgrade. The meals on both flights had no vegetarian option. The only one item the salad was not tasty at all. Good thing I had brought my own snacks. The bread was white roll which is so not healthy. I think New Zealand air can definitely improve their food offering.

The entire process was excellent! The economy sits are a bit snug so I'll have to be sure to purchase premier or business class next time but, other than that, food, service, attendants were exceptional. Gate agents and ticket agents too!

Can you please process refund. Mum died and dad went to Pakistan to bury her after cancelling flight.

Short flight so no entertainment, turbulence so no food service - overall flight as expected

Not very good, no food and not drink ( caffe or tea). Never ever fly with jet star.

Unaware of charge for carry on until i got to gate

I got what I paid for - flight was clean, staff were friendly

There's a reason why fare is cheap, no amenities.

Plane was delayed both on arrival to Sydney and departure. We boarded the plane while it was in the process of being refuelled, which I am certain is against CASA regulations. Comfort for anyone over 6 foot is non existent.

The flight was over an hour late due to staff shortages and due to it being the last evening flight, I got back to Sydney very late

The flight take-off was delayed which was fine but the staff seemed pretty over their jobs. The seats are very uncomfortable and the food was pretty average. Overall is was okay.

a constant reminder that you need to work harder so you can avoid this airline

For some reason the cabin was kept very cold. Unlike my flight over which i would say was excellent this was a long, cold flight home.

My Dad needed assistance to board the plane. The Jetstar staff were excellent with him and made the experience a lot easier😁

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