Cheap flights to Queenstown airport

Discover Queenstown

As a resort town, Queenstown is definitely one of the top tourist destinations in New Zealand. With everything from lovely beaches and water views to mountainous terrain, there's always something to see and do in Queenstown. The town is a great spot for a family vacation, a romantic honeymoon, or even for a solo adventure. The town's main airport is Queenstown Airport (ZQN), a single-terminal airport located about 8 km from the downtown core. To find all the cheapest flights to Queenstown Airport, enter your starting destination and vacation dates into Skyscanner's travel search toolbar. You'll instantly have access to all available airlines and flight routes, allowing you to compare and book the best deal.

Best Time to Book a Flight to Queenstown

As Canada and New Zealand are located in different hemispheres, seasons are experienced at inverse times. The coldest months in Queenstown are, therefore, between June and August. Though it may be chilly, these months are a great choice for trips involving skiing and snowboarding. If hiking, mountain biking, rafting, and swimming are more your speed, you'll want to visit during the warmer months, which occur between November and March.

Airlines that Fly to Queenstown Airport

Queenstown Airport is served by a handful of airlines, most of which only fly domestically within New Zealand. Though the airport does offer international flight routes, the only international destination is to nearby Australia. The busiest international route is from Queenstown to Sydney, Australia. Air New Zealand and Jetstar are the airlines offering the most flight routes.

Arriving at the Airport

As a relatively small, single-terminal airport, navigating through Queenstown Airport isn't difficult. Upon arrival, the airport has many well-placed signs to direct you towards the baggage collection areas. Once you've collected your luggage, taxis will be waiting just outside of the terminal. A ride to the downtown area will take about ten minutes in good traffic and cost around $30 CAD.

Public transportation is another option, with busses running from the airport to popular hotels and attractions in Queenstown every 15 minutes. A one-way ride on the bus will cost about $11 CAD. Seven-day unlimited bus passes are also available for about $45 CAD. Booking a rental car is one of the final transportation options. There are nine rental car companies located either in the Queenstown Airport terminal or a short, three-minute walk away.

Queenstown Airport Facilities

Whether you're grabbing a quick coffee or doing some serious souvenir shopping, you'll find everything you need at Queenstown Airport. There are multiple small cafés as well as a large duty-free shopping section. The airport is also home to various speciality stores, including G-Factory Watches and The Remarkable Sweet Shop, perfect for passing the time during a long layover. For families, the Parents Room is designed to provide comfort, with free-to-use changing tables, microwaves, and toys all available.

If you're heading straight to the hotel, you can take advantage of Queenstown Airport's free Wi-Fi access throughout the terminal to quickly check your e-mail and messages. You can also stop by the handy Travelex location to pick up some New Zealand dollars or any of the other 14 available currencies.

What to See and Do in Queenstown

Whether you visit the town in the summer or in the winter, you'll likely spend most of your Queenstown vacation outdoors. Taking a scenic hike is a great way to see all there is to see. You can plan your own route or participate in a guided nature and wildlife tour. In the warmer months, boat tours are also available. Air tours are available year round and offer a bird's eye view of the town's beautiful lakes and mountains.