Flying from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Wellington International Airport (WLG): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Queenstown Airport to Wellington International Airport is 1 hour 20 minutes.
Wellington's timezone is UTC+13, which is the same as Queenstown.
Each week, there are 28 Queenstown Airport to Wellington International Airport flights. If you want to take off as soon as possible, jump on the 07:20 Air New Zealand flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 18:00 with Air New Zealand.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your ZQN to WLG flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Jetstar is your gateway to discovering Wellington (and maybe even some other great corners of New Zealand!). Browse the direct flights from Queenstown Airport to Wellington International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Jetstar on this route.
With an impressive 85.62% of services arriving as scheduled, Air New Zealand has the best on-time record for ZQN to WLG flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
£20 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Queenstown Airport to Wellington International Airport flight. Return flights start at £40. These prices can change based on availability.
Book six months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ZQN to WLG.
The cheapest month for flights from Queenstown Airport to Wellington International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
ZQN is located at P.O. Box 64.
When it comes to Queenstown Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.18% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Queenstown Airport from central Queenstown, it takes about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 5 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from Queenstown Airport to Wellington International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near ZQN:
Arriving at Wellington International Airport (WLG)
Book a hotel near WLG if you're taking a late Queenstown Airport to Wellington International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own speed with a Wellington International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from mode rentals, Europcar or Big Value and experience more of Wellington and beyond.
Booking your ride from Wellington International Airport about four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to central Wellington
Wellington International Airport to central Wellington has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 8 miles away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Queenstown Airport to Wellington International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Wellington. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Wellington is January, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Lock in your flights from Queenstown Airport to Wellington International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ZQN to WLG in July. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of New Zealand
Auckland is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be explored after you've seen Wellington. Around 310 miles away to the north, check out popular attractions including Sky Tower, Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum.
Around 200 miles south-west of Wellington, Christchurch is another essential stop in New Zealand. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Little River Rail Station, The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.
