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Top places to visit in Otago

A mountainous town with a lake, surrounded by forest and clouds.

Queenstown

A calm lake surrounded by mountains under a clear sky.

Wānaka

A historic building with a tower, surrounded by trees and a green bus.

Dunedin

Cheap flights to Otago from $56 One Way, $111 Round Trip

$111 return flights and $56 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.

Wed, Jan 20 - Thu, Jan 21

AKL

Auckland

ZQN

Queenstown

$111

Roundtrip

found 3 days ago

Thu, Feb 4 - Thu, Feb 11

AKL

Auckland

DUD

Dunedin

$178

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Sun, Jan 17 - Thu, Feb 4

SYD

Sydney

ZQN

Queenstown

$377

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Sat, Apr 10 - Sat, Apr 17

MEL

Melbourne

ZQN

Queenstown

$477

Roundtrip

found 3 days ago

Wed, Jan 20 - Thu, Jan 28

WSI

Sydney

ZQN

Queenstown

$549

Roundtrip

found 4 days ago

Fri, Feb 19 - Wed, Feb 24

AVV

Melbourne

ZQN

Queenstown

$580

Roundtrip

found 4 days ago

Fri, Jan 22 - Sat, Feb 6

LAX

Los Angeles

ZQN

Queenstown

$916

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Mon, Nov 30 - Mon, Dec 7

LAX

Los Angeles

DUD

Dunedin

$1,151

Roundtrip

found 3 days ago

Fri, Mar 5 - Tue, Mar 16

SFO

San Francisco

ZQN

Queenstown

$1,160

Roundtrip

found 3 days ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Sat, Nov 21

SFO

San Francisco

DUD

Dunedin

$1,196

Roundtrip

found 6 days ago

Fri, Jul 9 - Sat, Jul 24

JFK

New York

ZQN

Queenstown

$1,354

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Wed, Feb 17 - Tue, Mar 2

PDX

Portland

ZQN

Queenstown

$1,397

Roundtrip

found 3 days ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
AKL	Queenstown	October 17 to October 21	$179
WLG	Queenstown	October 18 to October 25	$313
CHC	Queenstown	October 16 to October 18	$453
MEL	Queenstown	October 18 to October 26	$536
SYD	Queenstown	October 16 to October 18	$692
LAX	Queenstown	October 16 to October 29	$1,186

*Prices include taxes and fees

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Score Epic Otago Accommodation Deals

Reavers Lodge

56 Hamilton Rd Queenstown

$77 nightly

$88 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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 (1,001 reviews)

"not so good,............................."

Reviewed on Oct 8, 2026

Pinewood Queenstown

48 Hamilton Road Queenstown

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$58 nightly

$67 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 ...

7.8/10 Good! (787 reviews)

"The room looked a lot different to what was advertised. It was ok but very disappointing for the money we paid."

Reviewed on Oct 7, 2026

Law Courts Hotel

53 Stuart Street Dunedin

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$68 nightly

$79 total

Nov 8 - Nov 9

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a casino. Popular attractions New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame and Dunedin Railways are located ...

7.8/10 Good! (597 reviews)

"Great dinner"

Reviewed on Sep 2, 2026

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Amber Lodge Motel

1 Gorge Road Queenstown

Stay at this motel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Queenstown Mall and Cookie Time Cookie Bar are located ...

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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

96 Fernhill Road Queenstown

Book a stay at this 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! (589 reviews)

"Absolutely stunning place to stay, with a beautiful river view. It was the perfect base for our Queenstown adventures — clean, comfortable, and exactly what we needed after long days out."

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2026

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Clearbrook Motels Wanaka

72 Helwick Street, corner Upton Street Wanaka

$140 nightly

$164 total

Oct 31 - Nov 1

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this aparthotel in Wānaka. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (454 reviews)

"Great place, bit of a shame new construction blocks SOME of the view but still has great views. Spacious. Comfortable bed, great shower. Very walkable to town. Would recommend."

Reviewed on Sep 12, 2026

Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts

144-154 Anderson Road Wanaka

$161 nightly

$185 total

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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! (862 reviews)

"The resort itself was massive but catered well with two pools ‘ spas ‘ gym etc We stayed one night and catered well for tea and much needed catch up on washing with washing machine and dryer in apartment garage"

Reviewed on Oct 7, 2026

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Pinewood Queenstown

48 Hamilton Road Queenstown

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$58 nightly

$67 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 ...

7.8/10 Good! (787 reviews)

"The room looked a lot different to what was advertised. It was ok but very disappointing for the money we paid."

Reviewed on Oct 7, 2026

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.

Score Epic Otago Accommodation Deals

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

16 - 18 Mountain Ash Drive Queenstown

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$104 nightly

$120 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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 ...

Kamana Lakehouse

139 Fernhill Road Queenstown

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$197 nightly

$227 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hot springs on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

24 Frankton Road Queenstown

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$150 nightly

$173 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

Total with taxes and fees

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Mi-pad Queenstown

4 Henry Street Queenstown Otago

$110 nightly

$126 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)

"Nice one to stay, very close to city center."

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2026

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

96 Fernhill Road Queenstown

Book a stay at this 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! (589 reviews)

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

Travelers say...

"Absolutely stunning place to stay, with a beautiful river view. It was the perfect base for our Queenstown adventures — clean, comfortable, and exactly what we needed after long days out."

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2026

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Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts

144-154 Anderson Road Wanaka

$161 nightly

$185 total

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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! (862 reviews)

Reviewed on Oct 7, 2026

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

91 Fernhill Road Queenstown

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$129 nightly

$148 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,022 reviews)

"Wasn’t one of the best stays. It was one of those situations where one thing went wrong and it just continued, but given everything they did do what they could to accommodate."

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2026

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Sherwood Queenstown

554 Frankton Road Queenstown

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$118 nightly

$135 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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 ...

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.

Need a Car For After Your Flight?

Economy

Chevrolet Spark

4 people

Compact

Ford Focus

4 people

Midsize

Toyota Corolla

5 people

SUV

Jeep Compass

5 people

Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Otago?

Reserve a fare with one of the 24 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 $111 and $1,397. But it was passengers starting their trip from Auckland (AKL) who scored the really big bargains. One-way flights to Otago started at just $56.

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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