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Cheap flights to Otago from $48 One Way, $95 Round Trip

$95 return flights and $48 one-way flights to Otago were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
AKLQueenstownJanuary 3 to January 21$402
SYDQueenstownJanuary 3 to January 10$952
LAXQueenstownJanuary 4 to January 22$1,022
MELQueenstownJanuary 3 to January 7$1,060
*Prices include taxes and fees

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Score Epic Otago Accommodation Deals

Reavers Lodge

Reavers Lodge

3.5 out of 5
56 Hamilton Rd Queenstown
$84 nightly
The price is $97 total per night from Jan 14 to Jan 15
$97 total
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this lodge in Queenstown. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
6.2/10 (1,000 reviews)
Great price and friendly staff. Room was clean and the whole lodge was well kept.

Reviewed on Nov 21, 2025

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Pinewood Queenstown

Pinewood Queenstown

3 out of 5
48 Hamilton Road Queenstown
$81 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
$93 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this lodge in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (646 reviews)
Very basic but clean accomodation well priced and central to everything Queenstown has to offer.

Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025

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Law Courts Hotel

Law Courts Hotel

3.5 out of 5
53 Stuart Street Dunedin
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$80 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
$92 total
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, a casino, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame and Dunedin Railways ...
7.6/10 Good! (572 reviews)
Central location, basic, clean and functional accommodation.

Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025

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Amber Lodge Motel

Amber Lodge Motel

3 out of 5
1 Gorge Road Queenstown
Stay at this motel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Queenstown Arts Centre and Queenstown Mall are located ...
The owner was brilliant, she was so helpful to our group. Absolutely fantastic top chick. Sue

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2024

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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.

Our Top Otago Apartment Hotels

Platinum Queenstown Villas

Platinum Queenstown Villas

4.5 out of 5
96 Fernhill Road Queenstown
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a ski shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (560 reviews)
Beautiful view. Walking distance to town. Spacious fully equipped accommodations.

Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025

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Clearbrook Motels Wanaka

Clearbrook Motels Wanaka

4 out of 5
72 Helwick Street, corner Upton Street Wanaka
$171 nightly
The price is $198 total per night from Jan 17 to Jan 18
$198 total
Jan 17 - Jan 18, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Wānaka. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (418 reviews)
Property is maintained immaculately clean, daily housekeeping even helped us wash the dishes in the dishwasher which was such a nice touch as we meant to wash them when we get back from our hike Washer and dryer in room was such an added convenience as well

Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025

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Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts

Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts

4 out of 5
144-154 Anderson Road Wanaka
$205 nightly
The price is $235 total per night from Jan 29 to Jan 30
$235 total
Jan 29 - Jan 30, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Wānaka. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (803 reviews)
Amazing self contained unit with all the facilities we could possibly want! Loved using the pool, spa, table tennis and tennis court.

Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025

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Pinewood Queenstown

Pinewood Queenstown

3 out of 5
48 Hamilton Road Queenstown
$81 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
$93 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this lodge in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (646 reviews)
Very basic but clean accomodation well priced and central to everything Queenstown has to offer.

Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025

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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.

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Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse

4.5 out of 5
139 Fernhill Road Queenstown
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$232 nightly
The price is $266 total per night from Jan 21 to Jan 22
$266 total
Jan 21 - Jan 22, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (541 reviews)
Clean room, excellet staff, good amenities

Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025

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Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

4 out of 5
88 Frankton Road Queenstown
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$170 nightly
The price is $196 total per night from Jan 9 to Jan 10
$196 total
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Beautiful and spotless condo with absolutely everything you need to make your stay comfortable and convenient. Great location too!

Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025

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Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

4 out of 5
24 Frankton Road Queenstown
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$195 nightly
The price is $225 total per night from Jan 30 to Jan 31
$225 total
Jan 30 - Jan 31, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Amazing hotel close to center of the city

Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025

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La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

4 out of 5
16 - 18 Mountain Ash Drive Queenstown
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$167 nightly
The price is $192 total per night from Jan 29 to Jan 30
$192 total
Jan 29 - Jan 30, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,391 reviews)
Quiet location, modern, clean and within a short drive to the local shopping center and Queenstown. Great view of The Remarkables too

Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025

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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.

Family Friendly Hotels in Otago

Platinum Queenstown Villas
Great for families

Platinum Queenstown Villas

4.5 out of 5
96 Fernhill Road Queenstown
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a ski shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (560 reviews)

Families like: Kitchen, babysitting, close to beach, skiing nearby

Travelers say...
Beautiful view. Walking distance to town. Spacious fully equipped accommodations.

Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025

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Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts

Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts

4 out of 5
144-154 Anderson Road Wanaka
$205 nightly
The price is $235 total per night from Jan 29 to Jan 30
$235 total
Jan 29 - Jan 30, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Wānaka. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (803 reviews)
Amazing self contained unit with all the facilities we could possibly want! Loved using the pool, spa, table tennis and tennis court.

Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025

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Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

4.5 out of 5
91 Fernhill Road Queenstown
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$204 nightly
The price is $235 total per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
$235 total
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Room was clean and spacious. Great view of the lake from balcony. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Hotel is located just outside the downtown area making it a bit more peaceful. Right across the street is the bus stop if you don’t want to walk into the center of town.

Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025

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Sherwood Queenstown

Sherwood Queenstown

4 out of 5
554 Frankton Road Queenstown
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$155 nightly
The price is $178 total per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
$178 total
Jan 26 - Jan 27, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (952 reviews)
Great location, great views, amazing food. Will be back.

Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025

Opens in a new windowSherwood 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Otago?
Reserve a fare with one of the 19 airlines that operate services to Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) and come prepared for amazing new adventures. This popular airport is the entryway for exploring Otago. When it's time to check off this region, these trusted carriers will take you there:

  • The Flying Kangaroo - 31 flights to Otago per month
  • Jetstar - 31 flights to Otago per month
  • Air New Zealand - 23 flights to Otago per month

What is the best airport to fly to in Otago?
There's one main entrance point for this area — Wanaka (WKA). Book your tickets for this popular gateway and see all that Otago has to offer.
How much is a flight to Otago?
Lots of sensational deals were up for the taking this week, with return flights to Otago ranging between $95 and $1,099. But it was passengers starting their trip from Auckland (AKL) who scored the really big bargains. One-way flights to Otago started at just $48.
How to book the cheapest flight to Otago?
Scoring cheap flights to Otago is as easy as booking your ticket with Orbitz. But if you're eager to make sure you're getting the best flight deals around, here are a few tips your wallet will love:

  • Departing from or landing at other airports can help you save on airfares. Type in your preferred departure and arrival airports. Next, select the 'Nearby airports' function below to see your options.
  • If you're flexible with your schedule, click on the 'Show flexible dates' link. It'll display the flight deals for the days before and after your chosen departure. Airfares often vary depending on the day of the week.
  • To optimize your results, click on 'Show options.' You can search based on airlines, seating class, and nonstop and refundable flights. You can also choose your preferred departure and arrival times under 'Sort & Filter' to the left.
  • Once you've figured out your travel dates, don't waste time booking your flight. Fares generally climb as the departure date gets closer.
  • Make serious savings on your trip by combining your flights, hotels and car rental into a package. Your travel budget will thank you for it.
  • Don't fly during peak seasons if possible. By avoiding summer and school vacations, you can save plenty on your airfare.

What is the best time to book a flight to Otago?
Pick up a bargain and book your tickets to Otago in January. If you've missed this month, don't stress. February and August often have affordable airfares too. Be careful not to snooze on a sale — cheap flights come and go in the click of a mouse!
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Otago?
Land a fantastic flight deal by making a booking on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday. Typically, these are the best days to land cheap fares to Otago.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Otago?
Everyone enjoys a great bargain, so we suggest setting off earlier in the week to nab cheap flights to Otago. Orbitz data from 2020 shows you can snap up the best prices on flights that take off on Mondays. Tuesdays are the next cheapest day, while Saturdays are the dearest. Many people like to start their vacation at the weekend, so leave those Saturdays for binge-watching your favorite movies.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Otago?
If you're flexible with your travel dates, think about jetting off in August. Orbitz data shows that this is generally the best month to travel if you want cheap flights to Otago. As you would expect, fares get pricier in June and flights book out fast.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
Things change, and your flight should be able to do the same. That's why Orbitz makes it a breeze to search for fares with free cancellation and no change fees. Just enter your travel details and then choose "Filter by flexible change policies." Now that's peace of mind!
What do I need for the flight to Otago?
It's wise to be prepared for anything when going on a trip. Keep in mind the following pointers for a smooth journey:

  • In all cases you'll need to show proof of identification. How much? This depends on where you're traveling from. When booking, you are encouraged to type in the same name, gender and birth date as displayed on your government-issued ID.
  • If you're flying directly to Otago, it's likely you're going to be in the air for quite some time. Pack lots of snacks and entertainment to keep you occupied. Now is a great time to dive into that book you haven't read yet!
  • Cabin temperatures can make you shiver. Bring a sweater even if you're heading off during the peak of Otago summer.

How many direct flights are there to Otago?
Get to Otago quickly on one of the 4 direct flights that touch down here each month. For a comfortable and stress-free trip, have a look at the nonstop services from Sounds Air.
How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Otago?
There are ways of booking business or first-class fares to Otago that won't burn a hole through your budget. Claim a seat at the front of the plane for less with these great tips:

  • Be more flexible with your travel dates and hold out for sales or exclusive offers on first or business-class airfares.
  • Look for a budget carrier that has seats in business class. They often come with extra space and a glass of Champagne — and a more appealing price.
  • Bid for an upgrade in online auctions or upgrade your fare with frequent flyer loyalty programs.

What is the best time to go to Otago?
May, September and October is the most popular time to visit Otago. If you're eager to arrive when the weather's warmer, purchase your flights during summer. Temperatures typically fluctuate between 50 ºF in the evening and 60 ºF during the day at this time of year. Like most destinations in the Southern Hemisphere, the summer season in Otago begins December 1.

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