Question 1

Which is the best airline for flights from Auckland to Queenstown, Air New Zealand or Jetstar?

Accepted Answer

The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Auckland to Queenstown are Air New Zealand and Jetstar. With an average price for the route of $244 and an overall rating of 8.0, Air New Zealand is the most popular choice. Jetstar is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $166 and an overall rating of 6.5.

Question 2

How long does a flight from Auckland to Queenstown take?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights cover the 636 miles separating Auckland to Queenstown in about 1h 50m.

Question 3

How many flights are there between Auckland and Queenstown per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 11 and 13 nonstop flights that take off from Auckland and land in Queenstown, with an average flight time of 1h 54m. The most common departure time is 6:00 am and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 83 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Friday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Tuesday.

Question 4

How many flights are there between Auckland and Queenstown per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 11 and 13 nonstop flights that take off from Auckland and land in Queenstown, with an average flight time of 1h 54m. The most common departure time is 6:00 am and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 83 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Friday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Tuesday.

Question 5

What is the cheapest flight from Auckland to Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Auckland to Queenstown was $51 for a one-way ticket and $105 for a round-trip.

Question 6

Do I need a passport to fly between Auckland and Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

No

Question 7

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

For Auckland to Queenstown, Monday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Friday is the most expensive. Flying from Queenstown back to Auckland, the best deals are generally found on Saturday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

Question 8

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

For Auckland to Queenstown, Monday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Friday is the most expensive. Flying from Queenstown back to Auckland, the best deals are generally found on Saturday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

Question 9

What’s the earliest departure time from Auckland to Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Auckland at 6:00 am and will be landing in Queenstown at 7:55 am.

Question 10

What’s the latest departure time from Auckland to Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Auckland to Queenstown jets off at 7:20 pm and lands at 9:15 pm.

Question 11

Which airlines fly non-stop between Auckland and Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 airlines that fly nonstop from Auckland to Queenstown. They are Air New Zealand and Jetstar. The cheapest airline for this route is Jetstar, with the best round-trip deal found costing $98. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Jetstar.

Question 12

Which airlines fly non-stop between Auckland and Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 airlines that fly nonstop from Auckland to Queenstown. They are Air New Zealand and Jetstar. The cheapest airline for this route is Jetstar, with the best round-trip deal found costing $98. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Jetstar.

Question 13

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Auckland to Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

The Airbus A320 (sharklets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Auckland to Queenstown flight route.

Question 14

Which airline alliances offer flights from Auckland to Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Auckland and Queenstown.

Question 15

On which days can I fly direct from Auckland to Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

There are nonstop flights from Auckland to Queenstown on a daily basis.

Question 16

What’s the easiest way to get to the city from Queenstown Airport?

Accepted Answer

Hop on a public bus and you can arrive in the city centre in roughly 25 minutes. Orbus operates buses that leave from directly outside the terminal and depart every 15 minutes until midnight. Look for the number 1 bus labelled Fernhill, it will take you all the way to Camp St in the centre. The price for a one-way adult ticket is NZ$ 10 approx. and can be purchased from the bus driver.

Question 17

Where are the car rental agencies located at Queenstown Airport?

Accepted Answer

All car rental companies have their offices located next to the baggage claim section of the terminal. There is a range of major rental agencies to choose from, such as Hertz, Thrifty, Avis and Budget.

Question 18

Is Queenstown Airport wheelchair accessible?

Accepted Answer

The airport is adequately designed to allow ease of access for those in a wheelchair. There are automatic doors throughout the terminal, and there are specified spaces for mobility parking in both the express 20-minute pick-up zone and 60-minute parking bay.

Question 19

What is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Auckland to Queenstown is June, where tickets cost $115 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $200 and $186 respectively.

Question 20

What is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Auckland to Queenstown is June, where tickets cost $115 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $200 and $186 respectively.

Question 21

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Auckland to Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

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 Auckland to Queenstown.

Question 22

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 23

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Auckland to Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

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 Queenstown with an airline and back to Auckland with another airline. Booking your flights between Auckland and ZQN can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

Question 24

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 25

How often are flights from Auckland to Queenstown delayed?

Accepted Answer

Weekly flights between Auckland and Queenstown historically see delays in approximately 12% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 93 minutes.

Question 26

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Auckland to Queenstown flights?

Accepted Answer

Based on our data, Air New Zealand have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 11% of their flights encountering any delays.

Question 27

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Statistically, Wednesday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Monday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Question 28

What is the most punctual flight time for Auckland to Queenstown flights?

Accepted Answer

Typically, flights leaving in the evening tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights in the early afternoon have historically encountered delays more often.

Question 29

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Auckland and Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 30

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Auckland and Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 31

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Auckland to Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

In the past 5 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Auckland to Queenstown were found on Jetstar ($105) and Air New Zealand ($152).

Question 32

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Auckland to Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

In the past 5 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Auckland to Queenstown were found on Jetstar ($105) and Air New Zealand ($152).

Question 33

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Auckland to Queenstown, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 56% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

Question 34

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Auckland to Queenstown, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 56% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

Question 35

How much is a round-trip flight from Auckland to Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.Flights to Queenstown from Auckland usually cost between $115 and $224 in July.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $105 on Jetstar (Jul 21-Aug 27).

Question 36

What are the most popular airlines flying to Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

The most popular airline among KAYAK users flying to Queenstown is Jetstar, followed by Air New Zealand.

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