Travelling from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN): what you need to know
Queenstown's timezone is UTC+13, which makes Queenstown 19 hours ahead of Salt Lake City.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your SLC to ZQN flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Salt Lake City International Airport to Queenstown Airport flight is £587. A round-trip plane ticket right now is £1,005. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from SLC to ZQN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Queenstown Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from SLC to ZQN.
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Handy information about Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
The address for SLC is 776 North Terminal Drive.
Salt Lake City International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 82.4% of flights that depart SLC reach their destination on time.
Central Salt Lake City to Salt Lake City International Airport is around 8 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 2 hours 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Queenstown Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near SLC:
Arriving at Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
Consider booking a hotel close to ZQN if you're on a late Salt Lake City International Airport to Queenstown Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Queenstown Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Yes rentals, Hao Rentals or mode rentals and chase adventure across Queenstown and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Queenstown Airport around two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to central Queenstown
ZQN is located at P.O. Box 64.
Queenstown Airport to the centre of Queenstown has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 miles away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
January is the busiest month for flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Queenstown Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Queenstown in April.
The warmest month in Queenstown is February, with the temperature ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Lock in your flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Queenstown Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SLC to ZQN in July. Temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've visited Queenstown, now it's time to discover other corners of New Zealand. Travel around 220 miles east to Christchurch to tick off its leading attractions. From Little River Rail Station to The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Dunedin is another well-known destination in New Zealand and is around 110 miles south-east of Queenstown. No journey is complete without visiting Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World.
