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September 9 - September 17

Cheapest

Best

TSV - Queenstown

$633

$524

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September 11 - September 17

TSV - Queenstown

$650

$551

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October 7 - October 21

TSV - Queenstown

$657

$564

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September 30 - October 1

TSV - Queenstown

$674

$580

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September 28 - October 1

TSV - Queenstown

$669

$580

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September 11 - September 22

TSV - Queenstown

$615

$587

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September 9 - September 22

TSV - Queenstown

$621

$599

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November 3 - November 9

TSV - Queenstown

$600

$599

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July 22 - July 30

Earliest

TSV - Queenstown

$582

$604

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July 22 - August 18

Earliest

TSV - Queenstown

$564

$604

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Insights for flights from Townsville to Queenstown

Fares for flights from Townsville to Queenstown are typically $433–$542, with a median of $484. Right now, fares are above the typical level. Approximately 35% of recent fares for this route were classified as a good price, indicating that competitive offers appear regularly.

When considering cheap flights from Townsville to Queenstown, the cheapest time to fly is often January, with a median fare of $339. October also presents lower prices, with a median of $355, followed by February at $402. These months offer the most favorable pricing for this route.

A typical journey from Townsville to Queenstown takes approximately 15h 55m, including connections. This is a medium-haul route, covering a distance of 3510 kilometers. Most itineraries connect at least once, as there are no direct flights available for this route. Travelers should expect to make at least two stopovers on connecting itineraries.

New deals for flights from Townsville to Queenstown appear almost daily, suggesting that travelers have frequent opportunities to find competitive prices. This consistent availability of offers means that setting up a price alert can be an effective strategy to secure a favorable fare.

How much is a round trip from Townsville to Queenstown

Regular price: $553 - $1,219

Prices for flights from Townsville to Queenstown are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $553 and $1219. The current lowest deal is $524 with Jetstar, for travel from Sep 9-Sep 17.

now $524

Low $553

High $1,219

The cheapest time to fly from Townsville to Queenstown

The cheapest month to fly from Townsville to Queenstown is January, with a median price of $339. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $902. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $339

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $902

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Direct flights from Townsville to Queenstown

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Jetstar

Emirates Airlines

QantasLink

Last-minute flights going from Townsville to Queenstown

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Queenstown

Townsville (TSV) - Queenstown (ZQN)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, QantasLink

$872

$972

One-way

Fri, Jun 26

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Queenstown

Townsville (TSV) - Queenstown (ZQN)

Jetstar

$1,034

$1,026

One-way

Sat, Jun 27

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Queenstown

Townsville (TSV) - Queenstown (ZQN)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$1,018

$1,009

One-way

Sat, Jun 27

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Queenstown

Townsville (TSV) - Queenstown (ZQN)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$1,022

$1,009

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Queenstown

Townsville (TSV) - Queenstown (ZQN)

QantasLink

$661

$1,169

One-way

Sun, Jul 19

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Queenstown

Townsville (TSV) - Queenstown (ZQN)

Jetstar

$611

$710

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Townsville to Queenstown

11 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 12

$797 → $680

15%

8 nights

Sep 9 - Sep 17

$633 → $524

17%

6 nights

Sep 11 - Sep 17

$650 → $551

15%

1 night

Sep 30 - Oct 1

$674 → $580

14%

Popular Airports to fly from Townsville to Queenstown

Townsville - Queenstown route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Townsville to Queenstown are above the typical level, with 35% of deals considered good.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Townsville to Queenstown, with a median price of $339.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 15h 55m on average

The typical flight duration from Townsville to Queenstown is 15h 55m, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

No direct flights available for this route

There are no direct flights from Townsville to Queenstown. Connecting flights are frequent, with 0.67 deals per day.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers competitive connecting flights

Jetstar frequently offers connecting flights on the Townsville to Queenstown route.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking during January or October for better prices

Historically, January ($339) and October ($355) offer the lowest median prices for this route.

Townsville main airports to depart from

Townsville (TSV)

Cheapest

Townsville Airport is a good option for flights to Queenstown, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~5 km from Townsville city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$524

Queenstown main airports to arrive at

Queenstown (ZQN)

Cheapest

Queenstown Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Townsville, offering access to Queenstown.

📍 ~8 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$524

Airports nearby Queenstown used as alternative

Dunedin (DUD)

Dunedin Airport can be a useful alternative for its consistent domestic connections and reliable road access to Queenstown.

📍 ~190 km from Queenstown (reachable by car, ~3.5-hour drive)

💸 Flights from ~$677

Invercargill (IVC)

Invercargill Airport offers a similar driving distance to Dunedin with reliable regional service for domestic connections.

📍 ~150 km from Queenstown (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$726

Christchurch International (CHC)

Cheapest

Christchurch International Airport is a major international hub with an extensive route network and high reliability.

📍 ~350 km from Queenstown (reachable by car, ~6-hour drive)

💸 Flights from ~$534

Timaru (TIU)

Timaru Airport is geographically closer than Christchurch and serves as an alternative for travelers heading towards Canterbury.

📍 ~200 km from Queenstown (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$738

Hokitika (HKK)

Hokitika Airport is an alternative for those traveling via the West Coast, though it has extremely limited flight frequency.

📍 ~200 km from Queenstown (reachable by car, involves challenging mountain passes)

💸 Flights from ~$696

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Queenstown

68% AI deal score

$2,224

From TSV

Elite

Jul 15

Queenstown, New Zealand

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$2,913

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Queenstown

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you see various options and identify potential savings. Looking into different airlines, including budget carriers, may also reveal lower fares.

Booking flights in advance often provides better prices, though the ideal booking window can vary. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can help you decide when to purchase. Mid-week bookings might sometimes offer slight advantages compared to weekend purchases.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes lead to more economical flight options. While it may add to your ground travel time, the savings on airfare could be significant. Always factor in the total cost and convenience when considering alternative airports.

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Insights for flights from Townsville to Queenstown

How much is a round trip from Townsville to Queenstown

The cheapest time to fly from Townsville to Queenstown

Direct flights from Townsville to Queenstown

Last-minute flights going from Townsville to Queenstown

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Townsville to Queenstown

Popular Airports to fly from Townsville to Queenstown

Townsville - Queenstown route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

January is historically the cheapest month to fly

Connecting flights take 15h 55m on average

No direct flights available for this route

Jetstar offers competitive connecting flights

Consider booking during January or October for better prices

Townsville main airports to depart from

Queenstown main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Queenstown used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Queenstown

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