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$231 Find Cheap Flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)

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Cheap Flight Deals from Queenstown to Melbourne (ZQN-MEL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Queenstown to Melbourne that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from Queenstown to Melbourne

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Queenstown to Melbourne.
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Jetstar Logo
12:00 - 13:25ZQN-MEL
3h 25mdirect
Jetstar Logo
14:30 - 19:40MEL-ZQN
3h 10mdirect
$509Jetstar
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Fri, 23 May - Fri, 30 May
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15:40 - 17:10ZQN-MEL
3h 30mdirect
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14:30 - 19:40MEL-ZQN
3h 10mdirect
Wed, 14 May - Sun, 18 May
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07:00 - 17:45ZQN-MEL
12h 45m1 stop
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14:30 - 19:40MEL-ZQN
3h 10mdirect
Wed, 14 May - Sun, 18 May
Jetstar Logo
16:50 - 22:45ZQN-MEL
7h 55m1 stop
Jetstar Logo
14:30 - 19:40MEL-ZQN
3h 10mdirect
$588Jetstar
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Thu, 22 May - Sun, 25 May
Air New Zealand Logo
15:40 - 17:10ZQN-MEL
3h 30mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
18:25 - 16:05MEL-ZQN
19h 40m2 stops
$642Air New Zealand
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Wed, 14 May - Sun, 18 May
Air New Zealand Logo
07:00 - 17:45ZQN-MEL
12h 45m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
18:25 - 13:30MEL-ZQN
17h 05m2 stops
$705Air New Zealand
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Wed, 14 May - Sun, 18 May
Qantas Airways Logo
13:35 - 15:00ZQN-MEL
3h 25mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
07:30 - 12:40MEL-ZQN
3h 10mdirect
$816Qantas Airways
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Sat, 17 May - Sat, 24 May
Emirates Logo
13:35 - 15:00ZQN-MEL
3h 25mdirect
Emirates Logo
07:30 - 12:40MEL-ZQN
3h 10mdirect
$832Emirates
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Sat, 24 May - Sat, 31 May
Virgin Australia Logo
18:00 - 19:35ZQN-MEL
3h 35mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
14:00 - 12:20MEL-ZQN
20h 20m1 stop
$846Virgin Australia
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Sat, 12 Jul - Sat, 19 Jul
Emirates Logo
07:05 - 15:35ZQN-MEL
10h 30m1 stop
Emirates Logo
07:30 - 12:40MEL-ZQN
3h 10mdirect
$868Emirates
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Sat, 24 May - Sat, 31 May

KAYAK's insights & trends for Queenstown to Melbourne flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Queenstown to Melbourne to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) on a Friday and more expensive on a Tuesday. On your return trip to Queenstown, you should consider flying back on a Thursday, and avoid Tuesdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport is September, where tickets cost $522 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $696 and $640 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of $793, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport, you should book around 7 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Low season

August

High season

December

Cheapest flight

$231
Best time to beat the crowds (11% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (5% more expensive on average)
Flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)

When to book flights from Queenstown to Melbourne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Queenstown to Melbourne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport was $129 for a one-way ticket and $284 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    Queenstown and Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Queenstown from Queenstown Intl and will be arriving at Melbourne.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Queenstown and Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine), with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    There are direct flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Queenstown to Melbourne, Air New Zealand or Virgin Australia?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Queenstown to Melbourne are Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia. With an average price for the route of $779 and an overall rating of 8.0, Air New Zealand is the most popular choice. Virgin Australia is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $631 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    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 from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine).

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) with an airline and back to Queenstown with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    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 Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) from Queenstown up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $352 or less one-way and $678 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Queenstown Intl to Melbourne?

Find which airlines fly direct from Queenstown Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Queenstown Intl to Melbourne

Monday

Air India, Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, +3 more

Air India, Air New Zealand, +4 more

Tuesday

Emirates, Qantas Airways, Air India, +3 more

Emirates, Qantas Airways, +4 more

Wednesday

Air India, Air New Zealand, Emirates, +6 more

Air India, Air New Zealand, +7 more

Thursday

Emirates, Qantas Airways, Air India, +3 more

Emirates, Qantas Airways, +4 more

Friday

Air India, Air New Zealand, Emirates, +6 more

Air India, Air New Zealand, +7 more

Saturday

Emirates, Etihad Airways, Qantas Airways, +5 more

Emirates, Etihad Airways, +6 more

Sunday

Air India, Air New Zealand, Emirates, +6 more

Air India, Air New Zealand, +7 more

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Direct returns

Melbourne to Queenstown Intl

Monday

Air India, Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, +3 more

Air India, Air New Zealand, +4 more

Tuesday

Emirates, Qantas Airways, Air India, +3 more

Emirates, Qantas Airways, +4 more

Wednesday

Air India, Air New Zealand, Emirates, +6 more

Air India, Air New Zealand, +7 more

Thursday

Emirates, Qantas Airways, Air India, +3 more

Emirates, Qantas Airways, +4 more

Friday

Air India, Air New Zealand, Emirates, +6 more

Air India, Air New Zealand, +7 more

Saturday

Air India, Emirates, Etihad Airways, +5 more

Air India, Emirates, +6 more

Sunday

Air India, Air New Zealand, Emirates, +6 more

Air India, Air New Zealand, +7 more

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Top 4 airlines serving from Queenstown to Melbourne

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Queenstown to Melbourne. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Queenstown to Melbourne? 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.
8.0
Air New ZealandOverall score based on 463 reviews
7.2Food
8.2Boarding
8.5Crew
7.4Entertainment
8.0Comfort
Airline reviews

Arriving at Coolangatta, rows 20 forward, took the airbridge across to the terminal. It was suggested to those from rows 21 back, that we take the rear stairs and to be careful crossing the tarmac. That was all well and good. However, when we got across to the terminal we then had to climb three large flights of stairs to meet up with those coming across the airbridge. No elevator! There were people carrying babies and elderly carrying hand luggage that needed assistance from others.. There was no option to turn back.

10.0 ExcellentSandra, Apr 2025AKL - OOL
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Arriving at Coolangatta, rows 20 forward, took the airbridge across to the terminal. It was suggested to those from rows 21 back, that we take the rear stairs and to be careful crossing the tarmac. That was all well and good. However, when we got across to the terminal we then had to climb three large flights of stairs to meet up with those coming across the airbridge. No elevator! There were people carrying babies and elderly carrying hand luggage that needed assistance from others.. There was no option to turn back.

It was good for a short domestic flight. As no food ar entertainment provided, there should be a n/a rating available for those.

USB charging ports did not work on any of Air New Zealand flights

Economy was much nicer on the Air New Zealand planes.

At Coolangatta International it is difficult to hear voice boarding announcements when away from screen announcements.

Flew premium economy, well worth the extra. Much better seat size & space. Meals & snacks were lovely. Crew really pleasant. Internet is not great, not really useful for anything. Couldn't even send messages.

Everything was fine. Wish the wifi was free and included in the ticket price.

Nothing special short flight - all good - difference between 1 fudge and 2 fudge is obligation and thankfulness

The flight we had booked was cancelled due to bad weather conditions, but we were lucky to arrive at the airport quite early and got a seat on an earlier flight. The flight was mostly nice, but there were some hefty turbulences towards Queenstown. One of the passengers behaved hysterically. It would have been great if the crew had done something to calm her.

Sitting in an aisle seat equals getting hit by food cart and spilled on multiple times Food: gross and minimalistic Crew: frumpy and kurt Sound on multiple entertainment platforms poor Not an earplug problem, system soundboard poor

I liked the service, the menu, and the comfort of the seats! Even tho we were seated by the bathrooms, the reclining seats and movie selection was very good, my husband and I didn’t mind at all

Very good as always, stand out airline. The passengers whom choose to stuff baggage that otherwise should be checked-in is a real bother but that's not the airlines doing. A real frustration that passengers just don't want to check-in luggage. This is a pet hate unfortunately.

It’s a two prop flight so I had problems with my ears on re- entering ! But otherwise fine

I love flying with Qantas. There was no onscreen entertaining on this flight, and only a snack provided (not a meal) but still better than Jetstar or Virgin (in my opinion) so still happy.

The food was terrible. And the flight attendants were very rude. One flight attendant wouldn’t help a passenger lift their carry-on. Another flight attendant wouldn’t give a man an extra blanket. And they walked by not even looking at the passengers to see if they needed a glass of water.

Wheelchair assistance to move through the terminals and to/from the plane door was excellent. No vegan snack on the flight, only something with salami and cheese in it.

I have flown Qantas multiple times in the past it seemed this flight the plane had less seat room or the seats were way less comfortable than before. Everything else was about the same. Thanks

The old Plane had not been cleaned properly in a long time.

I got upgraded from economy to business, and the experience was outstanding

Boarding was over 3 hrs late and we didn’t land until almost 1:30am

Gluten free options less explicit on business class, but great service

Very good… seems the virgin staff particularly in the lounge and in flight exceeded expectations.

I liked everything about the experience but would have liked some free snacks!

Crew was great but flight was delayed almost three hours due to a technical issue and we had to go back to the terminal and wait for another one.

Being told why we delayed three hours and not even given an apology by someone. Not a word. Not my airline of choice ever.

Checked Baggage line up was long but moved quickly, rest of the process, boarding, crew was excellent

Virgin has always provided a smooth and comfortable flight. This one was no different. Seats are comfortable. Staff are great. This is my favourite airline.

Virgin changed the flight to an Alliance flight. Smaller plane, tea coffee and water the only refreshments available and not sure what happened to the extra money I paid to sit in a selected seat with extra leg room. This is obviously a regular switch as it happened on our flight there and back. Do not recommend.

Late boarding, late departure due to weather and slow boarding, packed 5+hour flight, only 2 toilets for main cabin, tight leg room, no free food except tea, coffee, and water, arrived 75 minutes late.

Cramped, crowded flight, with no complimentary food except coffee, tea, or water.

Overall, it was good. The only concern was that I couldn't charge my phone because the USB port didn't work after we took off. One of the crew members tried to restart it but never came back to me with an update.

Comfortable seats, boarding was easy and staff were very nice.

Flight was fine but a domestic flight was called by Jetstar international. This meant going through immigration and custom scanning twice. Long queues were experienced which were frustrating. We were using a wheelchair and exit at Perth needed a scissor lift as no air bridge provided. No fast lane at Perth for wheelchair. The staff were helpful but this system is poor.

The crew were great. The seat was older than an old Holden with a big metal bar sticking right into my back. The passenger next to me complained that hers was the same. The pre purchase system for food was disappointing as the pie/quiche took 20 mins to warm up, arrived too hot and with no utensils. It was one of the most uncomfortable flights I've ever been on.

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

Fabulous I have no issues with JetStar great service always use them to fly

Flight was as expected - we got what we paid for which was a base fare

Hardly we had overweight and we were asked to pay $75. We were checked by a female and weight was alright

Unaware of charge for carry on until i got to gate

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

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