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Cheapest airlines flights from London to Queenstown

You can choose from 2 airlines that fly from London to Queenstown, including Emirates, Cathay Pacific, Qantas Airways has lowest fares on this route.
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Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from London to Queenstown according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Search cheap flights from London to Queenstown in the next 3 months. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day data, one-way fares start at US$1,273, and round-trip tickets start at US$1,631.

      • LHR 21:45
        36h 30m
        2 stops
        ZQN 21:15
        London - Queenstown | Mon, Jun 15 | Etihad Airways
        ZQN 07:00
        43h 5m
        2 stops
        LHR 15:05
        Queenstown - London | Sun, Jun 21 | Qantas Airways
        US$1,631 US$2,661
        39% off
        39% off
        US$2,661 US$1,631
      • LGW 18:10
        55h 10m
        2 stops
        ZQN 12:20
        London - Queenstown | Sat, Jul 4 | China Southern Airlines
        ZQN 14:25
        36h
        2 stops
        LGW 15:25
        Queenstown - London | Fri, Jul 10 | Virgin Australia
        US$1,781 US$2,661
        33% off
        33% off
        US$2,661 US$1,781
      • LGW 11:05
        38h 15m
        2 stops
        ZQN 12:20
        London - Queenstown | Sun, Jul 5 | China Southern Airlines
        ZQN 14:25
        36h
        2 stops
        LGW 15:25
        Queenstown - London | Fri, Jul 10 | Virgin Australia
        US$1,781 US$2,661
        33% off
        33% off
        US$2,661 US$1,781
      • STN 14:55
        43h 20m
        2 stops
        ZQN 21:15
        London - Queenstown | Mon, Jun 22 | Emirates
        ZQN 07:00
        42h 25m
        2 stops
        LHR 14:25
        Queenstown - London | Fri, Jun 26 | Emirates
        US$1,802
        32% off
        US$2,661 US$1,802
      • LGW 22:10
        31h 35m
        2 stops
        ZQN 16:45
        London - Queenstown | Fri, Jul 3 | China Southern Airlines
        ZQN 14:25
        36h
        2 stops
        LGW 15:25
        Queenstown - London | Fri, Jul 10 | Virgin Australia
        US$1,827
        31% off
        US$2,661 US$1,827
      • LHR 21:45
        36h 30m
        2 stops
        ZQN 21:15
        London - Queenstown | Mon, Jun 22 | Etihad Airways
        ZQN 20:50
        50h 55m
        2 stops
        LHR 12:45
        Queenstown - London | Fri, Jun 26 | Jetstar Airways
        US$1,827
        31% off
        US$2,661 US$1,827
      • LGW 22:10
        52h 20m
        2 stops
        ZQN 13:30
        London - Queenstown | Fri, Jul 10 | China Southern Airlines
        ZQN 16:35
        33h 50m
        2 stops
        LGW 15:25
        Queenstown - London | Fri, Jul 17 | Virgin Australia
        US$1,860
        30% off
        US$2,661 US$1,860
      • LHR 09:45
        41h 30m
        2 stops
        ZQN 14:15
        London - Queenstown | Mon, Jun 22 | Air India
        ZQN 15:25
        31h 5m
        2 stops
        LHR 11:30
        Queenstown - London | Thu, Jun 25 | Air India
        US$1,887
        28% off
        US$2,661 US$1,887
      • LHR 21:20
        35h 20m
        2 stops
        ZQN 19:40
        London - Queenstown | Mon, Jun 22 | China Eastern Airlines
        ZQN 20:25
        57h 15m
        2 stops
        LHR 18:40
        Queenstown - London | Fri, Jun 26 | Air New Zealand
        US$2,007
        25% off
        US$2,661 US$2,007
      • LGW 18:00
        40h 15m
        2 stops
        ZQN 21:15
        London - Queenstown | Fri, Jul 3 | China Eastern Airlines
        ZQN 07:00
        43h
        2 stops
        LGW 15:00
        Queenstown - London | Fri, Jul 10 | Air New Zealand
        US$2,022
        24% off
        US$2,661 US$2,022
      • LON 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        ZQN 14:00
        London - Queenstown | Tue, Jun 16 | Normal Airline
        ZQN 15:00
        6h
        Nonstop
        LON 16:00
        Queenstown - London | Thu, Jun 18 | Normal Airline
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      • LHR 20:50
        37h 25m
        1 stop
        ZQN 21:15
        London - Queenstown | Mon, Jun 15 | Qantas Airways
        US$1,273 US$2,557
        50% off
        50% off
        US$2,557 US$1,273
      • LHR 20:50
        37h 25m
        1 stop
        ZQN 21:15
        London - Queenstown | Wed, Jun 17 | Qantas Airways
        US$1,458 US$2,557
        43% off
        43% off
        US$2,557 US$1,458
      • LHR 20:50
        30h 40m
        1 stop
        ZQN 14:30
        London - Queenstown | Tue, Jun 16 | Qantas Airways
        US$1,458 US$2,557
        43% off
        43% off
        US$2,557 US$1,458
      • LHR 20:50
        30h 40m
        1 stop
        ZQN 14:30
        London - Queenstown | Sun, Jun 21 | Qantas Airways
        US$1,608
        37% off
        US$2,557 US$1,608
      • LHR 20:50
        37h 25m
        1 stop
        ZQN 21:15
        London - Queenstown | Mon, Aug 10 | Qantas Airways
        US$1,618
        37% off
        US$2,557 US$1,618
      • LHR 20:50
        30h 40m
        1 stop
        ZQN 14:30
        London - Queenstown | Fri, Jun 19 | Qantas Airways
        US$1,703
        33% off
        US$2,557 US$1,703
      • LHR 20:50
        30h 40m
        1 stop
        ZQN 14:30
        London - Queenstown | Mon, Jun 22 | Qantas Airways
        US$1,762
        31% off
        US$2,557 US$1,762
      • LHR 20:50
        30h 40m
        1 stop
        ZQN 14:30
        London - Queenstown | Sat, Jun 20 | Qantas Airways
        US$1,937
        24% off
        US$2,557 US$1,937
      • LHR 22:00
        29h 30m
        1 stop
        ZQN 14:30
        London - Queenstown | Mon, Jun 22 | British Airways
        US$1,942
        24% off
        US$2,557 US$1,942
      • LHR 22:00
        29h 30m
        1 stop
        ZQN 14:30
        London - Queenstown | Sat, Jun 20 | British Airways
        US$1,943
        24% off
        US$2,557 US$1,943
      • LON 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        ZQN 14:00
        London - Queenstown | Tue, Jun 16 | Normal Airline
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Displayed flight fares from London to Queenstown are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

London to Queenstown Flight Details

The distance between London and Queenstown is about 18,922.64 km. Based on Trip.com's latest data, travel demand is highest in July. The off-season for travel is November.

Cheapest one-way flight priceUS$1,273
Cheapest return ticket priceUS$1,631
Cheapest monthNovember
Peak season for travelJuly
Flight distance18,922.64 km
Popular airlineEmirates
Flight statistics for the London–Queenstown route are based on aggregated booking data from Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the cheapest flights from London to Queenstown (LON-ZQN)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Qantas Airways offers one-way fares as low as US$1,273 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. LHR to ZQN on Mon, Jun 15), while Etihad Airways offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from US$1,631 departing on Mon, Jun 15 and returning on Sun, Jun 21.
  • At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from London to Queenstown with the following airlines, including: Emirates Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from London to Queenstown is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • To find best deals on flights from London to Queenstown, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Mon, Jun 15, with one-way flights priced at just US$1,273.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Qantas Airways.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Queenstown travel is around July.
    · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.
  • The cheapest months to fly from London to Queenstown is November, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our June flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from London to Queenstown on June 16, 2026 with Qantas Airways, with prices starting at US$1,304.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in Queenstown, with Heathrow Airport to Queenstown Airport (LHR-ZQN) is by far the most common option on this route: Queenstown Airport (ZQN).
  • The time difference between Queenstown and London is 12h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

Read before Taking Flights from London to Queenstown

If you’re looking to book cheap flights from London to Queenstown, Trip.com has you covered. Many people travel from London to Queenstown for the city’s world-famous sights, delicious New Zealand cuisine and unrivalled shopping scene. A convenient destination, you can fly from London to Queenstown in just over 22 hours 50 mins, making it the perfect place for a short city break, or even a gateway to explore the rest of New Zealand. With prices starting from just £609, there’s never been a better time to book tickets from London to Queenstown and experience all that this incredible city has to offer.

How to find a cheap flights from London to Queenstown

Finding cheap flights from London to Queenstown is easy with our money-saving tips. You can secure the best deals by booking in advance, flying on a weekday rather than a weekend, going incognito when browsing for flights, and choosing to fly with better-priced budget airlines.

Airlines that fly from London to Queenstown

A few airlines offer direct flights from London to Queenstown, including British Airways, Air New Zealand

Flight time from London to Queenstown

Queenstown lies a distance of 11782 miles miles from London, with flights taking around 22 hours 50 mins.

Departure from a London Airport to Queenstown

Flights from London Heathrow Airprot to Queenstown You can get a tube direct from the city centre to the airport. It takes approximately 45 minutes on the Piccadilly Line with prices starting from £5.50, or 30 minutes on the Elizabeth Line for £12.80. You can also get the Heathrow Express from London Paddington in 15 minutes from £5.50, or a 35-minute coach from London Victoria from £6.Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Queenstown The Gatwick Express offers a non-stop train from London Victoria in just 30 minutes for £19.90. Southern and Thameslink also offer trains, with prices starting from £11.30. You can also get a coach from London Victoria to Gatwick from £10 which takes 1.5-2 hours.Flights from London Stansted Airport to Queenstown The Stansted Express takes 50 minutes from London Liverpool street with prices from £9.90. You can also get the Airport Bus Express from here too, which takes around 1 hour and costs £12.

Trip.com Airline Insights on Flights from London to Queenstown

Which airline offers the cheapest direct flights from London to Queenstown?

Data is based on the average price of all nonstop flights from London to Queenstown on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, Air New Zealand provides the lowest-priced direct flights from London to Queenstown, with fares starting at US$1,105.

US$926
US$1,105
US$1,285
US$1,464
US$1,643
Air New Zealand
US$1,105
Air New Zealand
Qatar Airways
US$1,236
Qatar Airways
Cathay Pacific
US$1,384
Cathay Pacific
China Eastern Airlines
US$1,406
China Eastern Airlines
British Airways
US$1,569
British Airways
Qantas Airways
US$1,643
Qantas Airways

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