Flying from Tauranga City Airport (TRG) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN): what you need to know
Queenstown's timezone is UTC+13, which is the same as Tauranga.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your TRG to ZQN flight.
Flying during a peak time such as March? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tauranga City Airport (TRG) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Tauranga City Airport to Queenstown Airport flight is C$170. A round-trip fare right now is C$373. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from TRG to ZQN if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Tauranga City Airport to Queenstown Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Tauranga City Airport (TRG)
Of all flights departing from Tauranga City Airport, 66.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Tauranga City Airport from central Tauranga, it takes about 10 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near TRG. Whether you're taking an early flight from Tauranga City Airport to Queenstown Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
Consider booking a hotel near ZQN if you're catching a late Tauranga City Airport to Queenstown Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Go where the road takes you with a Queenstown Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Yes rentals, Hao Rentals or mode rentals and experience more of Queenstown and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Queenstown Airport around two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to central Queenstown
ZQN is located at P.O. Box 64.
From Queenstown Airport, Queenstown is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
The quietest month for a flight from Tauranga City Airport to Queenstown Airport is April, while January is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Queenstown based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Queenstown is February, with the temperature ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Lock in your flights from Tauranga City Airport to Queenstown Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from TRG to ZQN in July. Average temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of New Zealand
Christchurch is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Queenstown. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Little River Rail Station, The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.
If you want to check out another major destination in New Zealand, consider Dunedin, about 177 kilometres south-east of Queenstown. Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World are key highlights.