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R21 617+ Cheap flights to Queenstown

— ZQN
Dec 11 — Dec 181
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Queenstown in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Queenstown

Thu 12/1117:35 -
1 stop16h 30m
Mon 16/117:00 -
1 stop19h 00m
Deal found 10/11R21 617
Thu 24/1217:35 -
1 stop16h 30m
Thu 31/127:00 -
1 stop19h 00m
Deal found 9/11R24 067
Thu 24/1213:25 -
2 stops42h 20m
Thu 31/1215:30 -
2 stops49h 05m
Deal found 9/11R28 423
Fri 25/1213:45 -
2 stops39h 55m
Fri 1/119:55 -
2 stops54h 40m
Deal found 10/11R33 536
Fri 25/1221:35 -
2 stops25h 15m
Fri 1/117:00 -
1 stop33h 00m
Deal found 10/11R39 372
Thu 24/1213:40 -
3 stops35h 55m
Thu 31/129:10 -
2 stops32h 00m
Deal found 9/11R49 630
Thu 12/1120:35 -
3 stops26h 30m
Mon 16/1121:00 -
2 stops32h 25m
Deal found 10/11R58 030

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R24 067

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

R24 018
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 24/12-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Queenstown
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JohannesburgQueenstown

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ZQN Queenstown Intl

JNBZQN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/12

17:35-21:05

1 stop16h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 31/12

7:00-15:00

1 stop19h 00m

R24 067

JohannesburgQueenstown

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ZQN Queenstown Intl

JNBZQN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/12

13:25-18:45

2 stops42h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 31/12

15:30-5:35

2 stops49h 05m

R28 423

JohannesburgQueenstown

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ZQN Queenstown Intl

JNBZQN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 25/12

21:35-9:50

2 stops25h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 1/1

17:00-15:00

1 stop33h 00m

R39 372

JohannesburgQueenstown

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ZQN Queenstown Intl

JNBZQN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/12

13:40-12:35

3 stops35h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 31/12

9:10-6:10

2 stops32h 00m

R49 630

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Queenstown

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Queenstown?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Queenstown are Qantas Airways and Qatar Airways.

Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From R18 322
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R21 515

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Queenstown?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Queenstown are Qantas Airways and Qatar Airways.

Rainfall in Queenstown by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Queenstown ranges from 50.0 - 80.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 80.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Queenstown when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Queenstown by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Queenstown, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 3.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Queenstown

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Qantas Airways and Qatar Airways to New Zealand to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 123 reviews
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Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,1

Food

7,0

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,5

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Brian,Sept 2026

HID - CNS

Requested special assistance (wheelchair) for my 95yo mother, but airport staff forgot about it. When it can time to board she wasn’t able to. We had to wait until all passengers had boarded & wait for ground staff to arrive with wheelchair
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 123 reviews
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 123 reviews
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Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,1

Food

7,0

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,5

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Brian,Sept 2026

HID - CNS

Requested special assistance (wheelchair) for my 95yo mother, but airport staff forgot about it. When it can time to board she wasn’t able to. We had to wait until all passengers had boarded & wait for ground staff to arrive with wheelchair
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 702 reviews
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 123 reviews
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Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,1

Food

7,0

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,5

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Brian,Sept 2026

HID - CNS

Requested special assistance (wheelchair) for my 95yo mother, but airport staff forgot about it. When it can time to board she wasn’t able to. We had to wait until all passengers had boarded & wait for ground staff to arrive with wheelchair

FAQs about flying to Queenstown

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Queenstown?

    If you book a flight to Queenstown, you will be flying into Queenstown Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Queenstown Intl (ZQN) is located 6,3 km from the centre of Queenstown.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Queenstown if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Queenstown on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Queenstown?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Qantas Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Queenstown.

  • Does Queenstown Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Queenstown Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Queenstown Intl?

    Yes. Queenstown Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Luxury villa & carpark, retreat close to everything is the closest property to Queenstown Intl (0,0 km away from Queenstown Intl).

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