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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Queenstown Airport to Tokyo? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,547. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Tokyo.$1,547 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 May, returning Sat, 23 May.Return flight with Air New Zealand and Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Thu, 14 May, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Tokyo Narita on Sat, 23 May, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,547, select.
Tokyo.$1,553 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 May, returning Tue, 9 Jun.Return flight with Air New Zealand and Peach.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Tue, 26 May, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with Peach, departs from Tokyo Narita on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,553, select.
Tokyo.$1,593 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Nov, returning Wed, 25 Nov.Return flight with Jetstar and China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Queenstown on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Tokyo Haneda.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Tokyo Narita on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,593, select.
Tokyo.$1,600 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Air New Zealand and Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Tokyo Narita on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,600, select.
Tokyo.$1,610 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul, returning Wed, 26 Aug.Return flight with Air New Zealand and AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Tokyo Haneda on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,610, select.
Tokyo.$1,621 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr, returning Mon, 11 May.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Queenstown on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Tokyo Narita on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,621, select.
Tokyo.$1,632 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Jun, returning Mon, 29 Jun.Return flight with Jetstar and Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Queenstown on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Tokyo Narita on Mon, 29 Jun, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,632, select.
Tokyo.$1,634 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep, returning Fri, 11 Sep.Return flight with Jetstar and Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Queenstown on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Tokyo Haneda on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,634, select.
Tokyo.$1,661 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Oct, returning Mon, 2 Nov.Return flight with Jetstar and Jetstar Japan.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Queenstown on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar Japan, departs from Tokyo Narita on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,661, select.
Tokyo.$1,709 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb, returning Mon, 22 Feb.Return flight with Jetstar and Jetstar Japan.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Queenstown on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar Japan, departs from Tokyo Narita on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,709, select.
Tokyo.$1,724 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Aug, returning Mon, 24 Aug.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Queenstown on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Tokyo Haneda.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Tokyo Haneda on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,724, select.
Tokyo.$1,731 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Mar, returning Mon, 22 Mar.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Queenstown on Tue, 9 Mar, arriving in Tokyo Haneda.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Tokyo Haneda on Mon, 22 Mar, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,731, select.
Tokyo.$1,748 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Jul, returning Wed, 29 Jul.Return flight with Air New Zealand and Jetstar Japan.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar Japan, departs from Tokyo Narita on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,748, select.
Tokyo.$1,788 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Feb, returning Sun, 7 Mar.Return flight with Virgin Australia and China Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Queenstown on Sun, 21 Feb, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with China Airlines, departs from Tokyo Narita on Sun, 7 Mar, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,788, select.
Tokyo.$1,841 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct, returning Wed, 14 Oct.Return flight with Jetstar and Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Queenstown on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Tokyo Haneda on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,841, select.
Tokyo.$1,870 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Jan, returning Wed, 3 Feb.Return flight with Jetstar and Jetstar Japan.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Queenstown on Mon, 25 Jan, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar Japan, departs from Tokyo Narita on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,870, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Queenstown to Tokyo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Queenstown to Tokyo flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from $2,431
May
from $1,547
Jun
from $1,632
Jul
from $1,748
Aug
from $1,724
Sep
from $1,634
Oct
from $1,841
Nov
from $1,593
Dec
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Jan
from $1,950
Feb
from $1,709
Mar
from $1,731

Alternative Queenstown to Tokyo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Queenstown to Tokyo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Tokyo Haneda

17km from central Tokyo
Closest
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Tokyo Narita

64km from central Tokyo
Cheapest
from $1,547
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Ibaraki

85km from central Tokyo
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Queenstown to Tokyo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$713
Cheapest month to flyJuly

Finding cheap flights from Queenstown to Tokyo: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Tokyo: Tokyo Haneda, Tokyo Narita and Ibaraki.
The best price we found for a return flight from Queenstown to Tokyo is $1,547. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Queenstown to Tokyo. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,547.
As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from Queenstown to Tokyo.
The cheapest month to fly from Queenstown to Tokyo is usually May.
If you're flying from Queenstown Airport, the cheapest airport near Tokyo is Tokyo Narita – which is 63.7 km away from the centre of Tokyo. We've found flights into this airport from $1,547.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Queenstown Airport to Tokyo on Thursday, 14 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Queenstown Airport and Tokyo. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Tokyo 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 Tokyo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 19°C. August is typically the warmest month in Tokyo, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is February, with temperatures averaging 15°C. The rainiest month is May.
Currently, Air New Zealand offers the cheapest flight tickets to Tokyo.

Travelling from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Tokyo: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9. The city is four hours behind Queenstown, where Queenstown Airport is located.

  • For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your ZQN to Tokyo flight.

  • Flying during a popular month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Queenstown, ZQN can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.

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

  • 73% of flights that depart Queenstown Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • ZQN's address is P.O. Box 64.

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

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Queenstown Airport to Tokyo flight is $713. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,547. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from ZQN to Tokyo. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Queenstown Airport to Tokyo across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from ZQN to Tokyo by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Queenstown Airport to Tokyo by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Tokyo

Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)

  • Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.

  • It typically takes 30 minutes to get there using public transport.

  • If you have a late flight from Queenstown Airport to Tokyo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near HND:

  • To get the lowest price, book your ride from Tokyo Haneda International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from ZQN to Tokyo.

  • The address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.

Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)

  • Once your flight from Queenstown Airport to Tokyo has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Tokyo is roughly 56 kilometres from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT).

  • If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour.

  • You'll find some great places to call home for the night near NRT. Kick back and get cosy after your ZQN to Tokyo flight at one of these well-located options:

  • Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at NRT will help you save.

  • You'll find Tokyo Narita International Airport at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.

Best time to go to Tokyo

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Queenstown Airport to Tokyo. March is the most popular month to visit Tokyo. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in December.

  • Before booking a Queenstown Airport to Tokyo plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 29ºC.

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ZQN to Tokyo in January when temperatures average between 9ºC and 15ºC.

More about Tokyo

Explore more of Japan

  • You've visited Tokyo, now it's time to explore other parts of Japan. Journey about 402 kilometres west to Osaka to check off its top sights. From Dotonbori to Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo, Nagoya is another essential stop in Japan. No visit is complete without checking out Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.

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