Queenstown International Airport (ZQN)

ZQN is the IATA airport code for Queenstown International Airport (New Zealand). Its ICAO code is NZQN.

Airport

Queenstown International Airport is a large airport in Queenstown International, New Zealand with scheduled passenger flights. Its longest runway is 1,891 m long (asphalt), at an elevation of 357 m (1,171 ft).

Queenstown International Airport (IATA: ZQN, ICAO: NZQN) is located in Queenstown, New Zealand, and serves as an international gateway to the picturesque resort town. With its stunning mountainous backdrop, the airport is crucial for both domestic and international travel, facilitating access for tourists and locals alike.

The airport features a single passenger terminal, catering to a mix of scheduled and charter flights operated by various airlines. Key carriers include Air New Zealand and Qantas, with popular routes connecting to major cities such as Auckland and Sydney.

Established in the mid-20th century, Queenstown International has grown in significance, reflecting the increase in tourism in the region. The airport's infrastructure enables it to handle a substantial number of passengers, contributing to Queenstown's reputation as a premier travel destination.

Basic Information

Full Name

Queenstown International Airport

IATA Code

ZQN

ICAO Code

NZQN

Location

Queenstown International, New Zealand

Continent

Oceania

Time Zone

Pacific/Auckland

How early to be at ZQN

International flights: 3 to 3.5 hours before departure
Domestic flights: 2 to 2.5 hours before departure

Our estimate for a normal day; the airport publishes no figure of its own.

Check-in usually closes 40 to 60 minutes before departure. Your airline's own time is on its website and your booking, and it always wins.

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Key facts

Scheduled passenger flights

Yes

Size

Large Airport

Elevation

357 m (1,171 ft)

Longest runway

1,891 m (6,204 ft), asphalt

Runways

Runway	Length	Surface	Lights
05/23	1,891 m (6,204 ft)	asphalt	Yes
14/32	890 m (2,920 ft)	asphalt	No

Airport facts from OurAirports (public domain), checked 16 Oct 2026.

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Lounge access

No business class ticket or lounge membership? Many lounges at Queenstown International Airport sell day passes, usually for a few hours with food, drinks, Wi-Fi and sometimes showers. Book ahead: walk-in prices are often higher and lounges can turn people away when full.

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ZQN: questions and answers

What is the airport code of Queenstown International Airport?

The airport code of Queenstown International Airport is ZQN (IATA) and NZQN (ICAO).

Which city is ZQN airport in?

Queenstown International Airport is in Queenstown International, New Zealand.

Does Queenstown International Airport have scheduled passenger flights?

Yes. ZQN has scheduled passenger flights; see the airlines that fly here on this page.

Contact

Website

https://www.queenstownairport.co.nz/

Wikipedia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Queenstown_International_Airport

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