Question 1

How long does a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne take?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights cover the 1,333 miles separating Queenstown to Melbourne in about 3h 25m. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 2

How many flights are there between Queenstown and Melbourne Airport per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 1 and 3 nonstop flights that take off from Queenstown and land in Melbourne Airport, with an average flight time of 3h 28m. The most common departure time is 6:00 pm and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 10 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Sunday, when 30% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Tuesday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

What is the cheapest flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport?

Accepted Answer

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport was $136 for a one-way ticket and $348 for a round-trip. <a href='/flight-routes/Queenstown-Intl-ZQN/Melbourne-MEL'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Yes <a href='/flight-routes/Queenstown-Intl-ZQN/Melbourne-MEL'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 5

Which airlines fly most frequently between Queenstown and Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

Qantas Airways connects Queenstown to Melbourne with 4 flights per week. Jetstar also offers 3 flights per week, while Air New Zealand follows with 3 flights per week. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

For Queenstown to Melbourne, Friday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Thursday is the most expensive. Flying from Melbourne back to Queenstown, the best deals are generally found on Thursday, with Saturday being the most expensive. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 7

Which airports will I be using when flying from Queenstown to Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

Queenstown airport is called Queenstown Intl and the only airport in Melbourne is Melbourne. <a href='/flight-routes/Queenstown-Intl-ZQN/Melbourne-MEL'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Queenstown at 12:10 pm and will be landing in Melbourne Airport at 1:35 pm.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport jets off at 6:00 pm and lands at 7:35 pm.

Question 10

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Queenstown to Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 11

Which airline alliances offer flights from Queenstown to Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport is September, where tickets cost $292 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $408 and $359 respectively.

Question 14

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

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 Queenstown to Melbourne. <a href='/flight-routes/Queenstown-Intl-ZQN/Melbourne-MEL'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Melbourne from Queenstown is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now. <a href='/flight-routes/Queenstown-Intl-ZQN/Melbourne-MEL'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 16

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

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 Melbourne with an airline and back to Queenstown with another airline. Booking your flights between Queenstown and MEL can sometimes prove cheaper using this method. <a href='/flight-routes/Queenstown-Intl-ZQN/Melbourne-MEL'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 17

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

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 Melbourne from Queenstown up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href='/flight-routes/Queenstown-Intl-ZQN/Melbourne-MEL'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 19

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Queenstown to Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

In the past 3 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Queenstown to Melbourne were found on Air New Zealand ($348) and Virgin Australia ($410).

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

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 22 weeks before departure.

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

No, with an average price for the route of $173, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

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

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

The cheapest month for flights from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport is September, where tickets cost $292 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $408 and $359 respectively.

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

No, with an average price for the route of $173, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

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 22 weeks before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Queenstown to Melbourne?

In the past 3 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Queenstown to Melbourne were found on Air New Zealand ($348) and Virgin Australia ($410).

Which airlines fly most frequently between Queenstown and Melbourne?

Qantas Airways connects Queenstown to Melbourne with 4 flights per week. Jetstar also offers 3 flights per week, while Air New Zealand follows with 3 flights per week.

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

There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How many flights are there between Queenstown and Melbourne Airport per day?

How long does a flight from Queenstown to Melbourne take?

Direct flights cover the 1,333 miles separating Queenstown to Melbourne in about 3h 25m.

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

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Queenstown at 12:10 pm and will be landing in Melbourne Airport at 1:35 pm.

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

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Queenstown to Melbourne Airport jets off at 6:00 pm and lands at 7:35 pm.

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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 $136 for a one-way ticket and $348 for a round-trip.

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

Yes

Which airports will I be using when flying from Queenstown to Melbourne?

Queenstown airport is called Queenstown Intl and the only airport in Melbourne is Melbourne.

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Queenstown to Melbourne?

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

Which airline alliances offer flights from Queenstown to Melbourne?

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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 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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