Flights from Tauranga (TRG) to Queenstown (ZQN)

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Cheapest Flights from Tauranga (TRG) to Queenstown (ZQN)

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Tauranga to Queenstown Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Tauranga (TRG) to Queenstown (ZQN)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Tauranga to Queenstown flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top TRG to ZQN routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

to Information

Traveling From
Tauranga
Origin Airport
Origin Airport IATA Code
TRG
Traveling To
Queenstown Intl.
Destination Airport
Destination Airport IATA Code
ZQN
Number of Airlines Serving
Average Flight Time
hours mins
Direct Flight Time
hours mins
Flight Price
NZ$505

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Tauranga Airport (TRG) to Queenstown Airport?
With a general flight time of only 2 hours and 45 minutes from Tauranga to Queenstown, you’ll have just enough time for a cuppa tea and read of the paper before touchdown.
What airlines fly direct from Tauranga Airport (TRG) to ZQN?
If you’re headed from Tauranga to Queenstown, you’ll be making a stopover. Air New Zealand, Qantas and Singapore Airlines will all fly you to your destination with just one change of planes. A chance to stretch your legs and go to the toilet in a cubicle you can actually fit in. Having a layover has its pluses.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Here’s an insider tip: Tuesday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flights booked on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Tuesday generally had the lowest average price. Wotif data also shows Wednesdays and Fridays generally have the highest average ticket prices according to our demand data.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
Guess what? Saturday is actually the best day to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights purchased on Saturdays had the lowest airfares on average. Thursday, on the other hand, can be the most expensive day of the week to buy your airfare, with generally a higher than average ticket value.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
When comparing 2021 flight demand on Wotif.co.nz, September is one of the cheapest months to fly, when ticket prices are generally at their lowest. May is a close second for the cheapest time to fly. The months December and January are often the most expensive ones to travel, with higher than average ticket prices, so plan ahead and book early for your travel plans.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Are you a super organised traveller? Even though not all airlines release their fares a year in advance, you can start researching your flights 12 months in advance for many carriers. It’s good to book your international flights to popular destinations early, particularly in peak holiday periods. According to Wotif’s 2021 travel trends, last minute planners can also bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 1-2 weeks prior to travel.*According to flight demand on Wotif.co.nz from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Address:
P.O. Box 64
Queenstown ,
New Zealand
IATA code:
ZQN
Longitude:
168.739104
Latitude:
-45.022039
Time zone:
Pacific/Auckland
Address:
Tauranga ,
New Zealand
IATA code:
TRG
Longitude:
176.197725
Latitude:
-37.67093
Time zone:
Pacific/Auckland

Tauranga to Queenstown Flight Deals from NZ$505

Considering a quick trip to Queenstown, but not sure which is the best route for you? Well, you’re in luck! Wotif has done the hard work, so all you need to do is check out these flights from TRG to ZQN. With heaps of cheap fares from Tauranga, we guarantee you’ll be arriving to your holiday destination in style without emptying your bank account in the process.

It’s easy to book flights to Queenstown from Tauranga  

For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to Queenstown from Tauranga from 10 different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to Queenstown in just hour(s) and mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to Queenstown from Tauranga 

Choose from flights a day on average, with prices starting at NZ$505 and rising to NZ$620 depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from Tauranga to Queenstown today!  

Find cheap airfares to Queenstown from Tauranga 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near Tauranga and Queenstown
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in May)
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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Great places to stay after flight from Tauranga to Queenstown

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
4.5 out of 5
28 Red Oaks Drive, Frankton, Queenstown
The price is NZ$186 per night from 11 May to 12 May
NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (444 reviews)
Easy
"Easy parking food"

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
4 out of 5
16 - 18 Mountain Ash Drive, Remarkables Park, Queenstown
The price is NZ$153 per night from 10 May to 11 May
NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Stay at this 4-star ski aparthotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a ski shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,187 reviews)
"We’re from Queensland, Australia and loved our stay here! Excellent hotel! Such friendly and helpful staff and our room was impeccable. Would thoroughly recommend staying here. 10/10"

Reviewed on 16 Apr. 2025

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Wyndham Garden Remarkables Park Queenstown
Wyndham Garden Remarkables Park Queenstown
4 out of 5
32 Red Oak Drive, Remarkables Park, Queenstown
The price is NZ$149 per night from 13 May to 14 May
NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (790 reviews)
"Comfortable. Good location. Friendly staff."

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

Wyndham Garden Remarkables Park Queenstown
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

^Savings based on all package bookings made with Flight + Hotel on Wotif.co.nz from , as compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings will vary based on origin/destination, length of trip, stay dates and selected travel supplier(s). Savings not available on all packages.