Flying from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN): what you need to know
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Queenstown Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that catches your eye. The top stopovers on the MNL - ZQN route include:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Brisbane Airport
Remember, you might need a visa to enter New Zealand. Visa requirements can differ and travel documentation requirements often change. Before reserving your cheap ticket from MNL to ZQN, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for current information.
Arriving at Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
Consider staying in a hotel near ZQN if you have a late flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Queenstown Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Handy information about Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Manila. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 34 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 16 minutes.
After a convenient hotel close to MNL? If you're boarding an early flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Queenstown Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
More about Queenstown
Start your Queenstown trip right by finding a great place to stay. After booking your flight from MNL to ZQN, have a look at our accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Shotover River, Shotover Jet and Glenorchy-Queenstown Road are attractions you won't want to skip in Queenstown.
Getting from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to central Queenstown
Queenstown Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Queenstown. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 13 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 21 minutes.
Complete your Queenstown trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Queenstown Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Queenstown trip.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
$579 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Queenstown Airport. A return flight starts at $1,320. These fares may change based on availability.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to get flight tickets from MNL to ZQN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for your ticket from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Queenstown Airport.
Create a Price Alert for flight tickets from MNL to ZQN. You don't need to search every day to find out if airfares have dropped. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes.
Use filters to find the perfect trip for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Queenstown Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
When to fly to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Queenstown Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Queenstown. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Queenstown is February, with temperatures ranging between 6 ºC and 18 ºC. Lock in your flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Queenstown Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
July sees average temperatures of between -2 ºC and 6 ºC. Look for flight tickets from MNL to ZQN sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.