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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Queenstown to Brisbane? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Brisbane.C$539 per passenger.Departing Fri, Oct 31, returning Mon, Nov 3.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Queenstown on Fri, Oct 31, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Brisbane on Mon, Nov 3, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$539, select.
Brisbane.C$540 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jun 7, returning Sun, Jun 15.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Queenstown on Sat, Jun 7, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Brisbane on Sun, Jun 15, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$540, select.
Brisbane.C$544 per passenger.Departing Sat, May 24, returning Sat, May 31.Round-trip flight with Air New Zealand and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departing from Queenstown on Sat, May 24, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Brisbane on Sat, May 31, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$544, select.
Brisbane.C$547 per passenger.Departing Sat, May 31, returning Sat, Jun 14.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Queenstown on Sat, May 31, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Brisbane on Sat, Jun 14, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$547, select.
Brisbane.C$595 per passenger.Departing Mon, Oct 13, returning Fri, Oct 17.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Queenstown on Mon, Oct 13, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Brisbane on Fri, Oct 17, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$595, select.
Brisbane.C$600 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jul 21, returning Tue, Jul 22.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Queenstown on Mon, Jul 21, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Brisbane on Tue, Jul 22, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$600, select.
Brisbane.C$605 per passenger.Departing Fri, Sep 5, returning Sun, Sep 14.Round-trip flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departing from Queenstown on Fri, Sep 5, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departing from Brisbane on Sun, Sep 14, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$605, select.
Brisbane.C$605 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 23, returning Fri, Oct 10.Round-trip flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departing from Queenstown on Tue, Sep 23, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departing from Brisbane on Fri, Oct 10, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$605, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Queenstown to Brisbane

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Queenstown to Brisbane flights are currently cheapest in June.
Apr
from C$641
May
from C$544
Jun
from C$540
Jul
from C$600
Aug
from C$607
Sep
from C$605
Oct
from C$595
Nov
from C$610
Dec
from C$610
Jan
from C$630
Feb
from C$615
Mar
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Queenstown to Brisbane: Alternative routes

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Queenstown to Brisbane: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$539
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time3 hrs, 52 mins
Most popular airlineVirgin Australia
Average flights per week44

Finding cheap flights from Queenstown to Brisbane: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Queenstown to Brisbane is C$539. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 52 minutes is the average flight time from Queenstown to Brisbane.
Virgin Australia, Singapore Airlines and Air Canada fly direct from Queenstown to Brisbane.
There are 44 flights per week flying from Queenstown to Brisbane, as of April 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Queenstown to Brisbane is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Queenstown Airport to Brisbane Airport on Friday, October 31, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 52 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Brisbane but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Brisbane is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar and Virgin Australia offer the cheapest flight tickets to Brisbane.

Traveling from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Brisbane Airport (BNE): what you need to know

  • A direct flight from Queenstown Airport to Brisbane Airport takes an average of 3 hours 51 minutes. The timezone in Brisbane is UTC+10, which makes it 3 hours behind Queenstown.

  • You can choose from 12 weekly flights from Queenstown Airport to Brisbane Airport. The 08:00 departure with Virgin Australia is the earliest you can take from ZQN to BNE. Virgin Australia operates the latest service of the day at 19:30.

  • Traveling over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Jetting into Brisbane (and seeing more of Australia!) is easy with Virgin Australia. This popular airline runs direct flights from Queenstown Airport to Brisbane Airport.

  • Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter Australia. Visa regulations can differ and travel documentation requirements are constantly changing. Before locking in your cheap ticket from ZQN to BNE, check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.

How to find the cheapest flights from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)

  • C$214 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Queenstown Airport to Brisbane Airport. A return flight starts at C$539. These prices may change based on availability and demand.

  • To snag cheap flight tickets from ZQN to BNE, book your trip 6 months ahead of the departure date.

  • Schedule your trip for February. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Queenstown Airport to Brisbane Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.

  • Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll notify you right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time looking for cheap flight tickets from ZQN to BNE every day.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Queenstown Airport to Brisbane Airport.

Handy information about Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

  • Queenstown Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Queenstown. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 13 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 21 minutes.

  • Looking for a handy hotel near ZQN? If you've booked an early flight from Queenstown Airport to Brisbane Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Brisbane Airport (BNE)

Getting from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to central Brisbane

  • From Brisbane Airport, Brisbane is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 23 minutes to get to the center driving.

  • It'll take around 1 hour and 40 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.

When to fly to Brisbane Airport (BNE)

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Queenstown Airport to Brisbane Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Brisbane. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Queenstown Airport to Brisbane Airport for January if you want to go to Brisbane during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 30ºC.

  • July sees average temperatures of between 10ºC and 21ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from ZQN to BNE sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Brisbane

  • Start your Brisbane trip right by finding the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from ZQN to BNE, explore our accommodation options including:

  • South Bank Parklands and Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Brisbane must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Story Bridge.

Complete your Brisbane trip with hotels and a car rental

  • After you've secured your cheap ticket to Brisbane Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Brisbane vacation.

Plan the rest of your trip from Queenstown to Brisbane

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