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 C$ 355 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 C$ 218 and an overall rating of 6.5.

Question 2

How long does a flight from Auckland to Queenstown take?

Accepted Answer

The duration of a direct flight to Queenstown from Auckland is typically 1h 50m. The journey crosses a distance of 1,648 km.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 9 and 12 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 a.m. and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 77 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Tuesday.

Question 4

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 C$ 72 for a one-way ticket and C$ 144 for a round-trip.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

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 7

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 8

Which airlines fly direct between Auckland and Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 airlines that fly direc 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 C$ 135. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Jetstar.

Question 9

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 10

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 11

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 12

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 13

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 14

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 15

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Auckland to Queenstown is May, where tickets cost C$ 160 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 276 and C$ 272 respectively.

Question 16

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 17

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 18

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.

Question 19

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 20

How often are flights from Auckland to Queenstown delayed?

Accepted Answer

Weekly flights between Auckland and Queenstown historically see delays in approximately 11% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 91 minutes.

Question 21

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 10% of their flights encountering any delays.

Question 22

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 23

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 24

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

Accepted Answer

There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 25

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 (C$ 144) and Air New Zealand (C$ 268).

Question 26

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 6 weeks before departure, which saves you about 58% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

Question 27

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 C$ 151 and C$ 278 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 144 on Jetstar (25 Oct–2 Nov).

Question 28

What are the most popular airlines flying to Queenstown?

Accepted Answer

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

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