Non-stop flights to Queenstown (ZQN)
Queenstown Airport is a small airport in New Zealand. It is an international airport. In total there are 7 airports around the world that have direct flights to Queenstown in 2 countries. Currently, there are 3 domestic flights to Queenstown.
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All direct flights to Queenstown Top 200 flights with a stopover Airlines flying to Queenstown Best time to visit Queenstown International flights Domestic flights Alternative airports FAQThis month, there are 845 flights arriving at Queenstown Airport, which are 196 flights per week or 28 flights per day.
The most frequently departed flights to Queenstown are routes from Auckland (AKL) in New Zealand and Sydney (SYD) in Australia. These two routes together are operated 505 times this month, and make up for 60% of all monthly arrivals at Queenstown Airport.
The longest flight to Queenstown ZQN is departing from Brisbane (BNE). This non-stop flight takes around 3 hours and 50 minutes and covers a distance of 1,491 miles (2,400 km).
List of all direct flights to Queenstown
Below you can find a list of all cities and countries that have direct flights to Queenstown, ordered by popularity.
Top 200 flights with a stopover
This list contains the 200 most popular airports from which flights depart that require just one stopover to get to Queenstown.
Airlines flying to Queenstown
Currently, there are 4 airlines that fly to Queenstown. Most flights to Queenstown are operated by Air New Zealand, as they connect 6 airports to ZQN. Below you can find the list of airlines that operate all ZQN flights:
What is the best time to visit Queenstown?
🌊 🌧️ Oceanic / Maritime
Queenstown is an oceanic/maritime destination, known for its mild summer temperatures, which are usually between 15°C and 25°C (59°F to 77°F). The winters here are refreshingly cool, without the harshness of freezing temperatures. Visitors can enjoy the green surroundings and plenty of outdoor adventures in the nearby areas, making it an excellent choice for those who enjoy temperate weather.
The best time to visit Queenstown is during the summer months, spanning from November to February. During this period, visitors can expect pleasant to warm temperatures, while rainfall tends to occur more frequently in the autumn and winter months, from March to August.
International flights to Queenstown
Flights from Australia to Queenstown
There are 4 airports in Australia that have non-stop flights to Queenstown.
From Brisbane, there are 4 airlines that have direct services to Queenstown, which are Air New Zealand (Star Alliance), Jetstar, Qantas (Oneworld) and Virgin Australia.
From Gold Coast, the only airline with direct flights is Jetstar.
From Melbourne and Sydney, you can fly with Air New Zealand (Star Alliance), Jetstar, Qantas (Oneworld) and Virgin Australia.
All flights from Australia
Domestic flights to Queenstown
Flights from New Zealand to Queenstown
There are 3 airports in New Zealand that have non-stop domestic flights to Queenstown.
From Auckland, you can fly non-stop with Air New Zealand (Star Alliance) or Jetstar.
From Christchurch, the only airline with direct flights is Air New Zealand (Star Alliance).
From Wellington, you can fly non-stop with Air New Zealand (Star Alliance) or Jetstar.
All flights from New Zealand
Alternative airports near Queenstown
Flying to an alternative airport near Queenstown could give you other options to reach your destination. For example, the possibility to fly with a different airline or alliance, or finding a cheaper airfare. In total there are two alternative airports to Queenstown (ZQN) within a range of 125 miles (200 km), which are Dunedin (DUD) and Invercargill (IVC).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Queenstown?
There is 1 airport in Queenstown: Queenstown Airport (ZQN).
What is the best airport to fly into Queenstown?
The most convenient airport to fly into Queenstown is Queenstown Airport (ZQN).
How many airlines fly to Queenstown?
There are 4 airlines flying to Queenstown from 7 airports around the world, as of April 2026.
Which airlines fly to Queenstown?
Air New Zealand, Jetstar and Qantas operate most flights to Queenstown. To get a full overview of all operating airlines, please use the airline filter.
Which alliances are flying to Queenstown?
Star Alliance and Oneworld are currently the only two alliances that operate flights to Queenstown.
How many nonstop flights are there to Queenstown?
There are roughly 845 flights arriving at Queenstown every month (or 196 flights each week), from a total of 7 airports worldwide.
What is the official name of Queenstown Airport?
The official name of Queenstown Airport is Queenstown Airport.
What is the airport code of Queenstown Airport?
The airport code of Queenstown Airport is ZQN.
What are the most popular flights to Queenstown?
Auckland, Sydney and Christchurch are the 3 most popular routes to Queenstown. For a complete overview of all flight routes to Queenstown, please use our flight map.
How long is the flight to Queenstown?
| Auckland to Queenstown | 1h 50m |
| Sydney to Queenstown | 3h 20m |
| Christchurch to Queenstown | 55m |
| Melbourne to Queenstown | 3h 30m |
| Wellington to Queenstown | 1h 20m |
