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ZQNWLGSat, 03 Oct
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Lowest fareNZ$443Air NewZealand
Fastest1h 20mgate to gate
Options found79flights on this route
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Air NewZealand
NZ-5656
16:30
2026-10-03
Queenstown (ZQN)Queenstown
16H :35 M
1 Stop
CHC
· 14h 20m Christchurch (CHC), New Zealand
09:05
2026-10-04
Wellington (WLG)Wellington International
Non Refundable 2 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 1 Pieces
NZ$635
Flight DetailsZQN to WLG - 16H :35 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Air NewZealand
NZ-638
07:00
2026-10-03
Queenstown (ZQN)Queenstown
6H :25 M
1 Stop
AKL
· 3h 25m Auckland (AKL), New Zealand
13:25
2026-10-03
Wellington (WLG)Wellington International
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 1 Pieces
NZ$656
Flight DetailsZQN to WLG - 6H :25 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Air NewZealand
NZ-5640
09:00
2026-10-03
Queenstown (ZQN)Queenstown
23H :35 M
1 Stop
CHC
· 21h 20m Christchurch (CHC), New Zealand
08:35
2026-10-04
Wellington (WLG)Wellington International
Non Refundable 2 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 1 Pieces
NZ$661
Flight DetailsZQN to WLG - 23H :35 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
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Today's Airfare Highlights
Selected flight highlights for 03 Oct 2026.
Lowest fareNZ$443Air NewZealand11:25
Earliest departureNZ$602Air NewZealand07:00
Shortest durationNZ$443Air NewZealand11:25
Night
00:00-05:59
No optionOpen full search for moreMorning
06:00-11:59
NZ$443Air NewZealand at 11:25Afternoon
12:00-17:59
NZ$515Air NewZealand at 16:05Evening
18:00-23:59
NZ$703Air NewZealand at 18:00
Departure & Arrival Airport Details
Queenstown (ZQN)
Queenstown
New Zealand
GMT 12
Latitude: -45.0210990906
Longitude: 168.738998413
Wellington (WLG)
Wellington International
New Zealand
GMT 12
Latitude: -41.3272018433
Longitude: 174.804992676
Distance: Queenstown (ZQN), New Zealand to Wellington (WLG), New Zealand - 640.52 km
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How to travel Queenstown to Wellington
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Connecting flight₹30,815Longer — includes a stop77 options
Air distance is about 641 km. FlyX does not currently sell a bus on this pair.
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Airlines flying from Queenstown to Wellington
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Air NewZealand Flights
from NZ$44379 flights
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NZ$443
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2 in these results
Departures
79 — compare timings in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
1h 20m · Air NewZealand
First departure of the day
07:00 · Air NewZealand
Last departure of the day
18:00 · Air NewZealand
Options in this snapshot
79
Direct / non-stop options
2
Airport codes
Queenstown–ZQN, Wellington–WLG
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
Around 79 flights appear in the dated route snapshot, including 2 non-stop options. Departures run through the day — the first flight leaves around 07:00 and the last around 18:00. The fastest flight takes about 1h 20m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Morning from NZ$443, Afternoon from NZ$515, Evening from NZ$703. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Queenstown to Wellington flights in advance?
There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. Across the dates currently loaded for Queenstown to Wellington, Saturday shows the lowest fare at NZ$443. That is an observed snapshot for these dates, not a rule that holds every week.
How far is Queenstown from Wellington by air?
The direct air distance between Queenstown (ZQN) and Wellington (WLG) is about 641 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from ZQN to WLG?
Yes. 2 non-stop flights are showing on Queenstown to Wellington for the dates currently loaded. Use the Stops filter to see only those.
Which airlines fly Queenstown to Wellington?
Air NewZealand is showing on this route for the dates currently loaded. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
How long is the flight from Queenstown to Wellington?
The quickest non-stop Queenstown to Wellington flight currently loaded takes about 1h 20m. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.
What is the baggage allowance on Queenstown to Wellington flights?
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares showing right now include 1 Pieces. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.
What is the cheapest Queenstown to Wellington flight fare?
The lowest fare showing on Queenstown to Wellington for the dates currently loaded is NZ$443. Fares on the same dates run up to NZ$1,139, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline pricing moves continuously, so treat this as a dated observation rather than a fixed price.
What time do Queenstown to Wellington flights depart?
For the dates currently loaded the first departure is around 07:00 and the last is around 18:00, local time at Queenstown. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Approx route distance: 640.52 km.
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Lowest Queenstown to Wellington airfare today, in 30 days and in 90 days
Cheapest Fare
Fare
Date
Airline
Departure
Lowest Airfare Today
NZ$443
03/10/2026
Air NewZealand
11:25
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
NZ$434
13/10/2026
Air NewZealand
11:25
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
NZ$421
12/12/2026
Air NewZealand
11:25
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Queenstown to Wellington Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Queenstown and Wellington is approximately 641 KM. The flight duration ranges from 1H :20 M up to 26H :05 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.
Queenstown to Wellington Flight Schedule and Timing
Around 79 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from Queenstown at 07:00, while the last night flight leaves at 18:00. Flights depart from Queenstown and land at Wellington International.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
Queenstown to Wellington
Aerial Distance
641 KM
Flight Duration
1H :20 M - 26H :05 M
Airport Codes
Queenstown - ZQN, Wellington - WLG
Total Flights Available
79 flights (2 direct)
First Flight Departure
Departs at 07:00
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 18:00
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
9 direct/indirect flights
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
25 direct/indirect flights
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
28 direct/indirect flights
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
17 direct/indirect flights
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
0 direct/indirect flights
Airport Information & Terminals
ZQN: Queenstown airport. Airport access in Queenstown depends on arrival time, terminal, hotel location and local traffic. Confirm the airport name on the ticket, then choose between official taxi, app cab, airport bus, rail or hotel transfer based on luggage and time of day.
WLG: Wellington airport. Airport access in Wellington depends on arrival time, terminal, hotel location and local traffic. Confirm the airport name on the ticket, then choose between official taxi, app cab, airport bus, rail or hotel transfer based on luggage and time of day.
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