Travelling from Perth Airport (PER) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN): what you need to know
The timezone in Queenstown is UTC+13, which is five hours ahead of Perth.
Leave enough time to make your PER to ZQN flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Perth Airport to Queenstown Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between PER and ZQN include:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Brisbane Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Perth Airport (PER) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Perth Airport to Queenstown Airport flight is $560. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $1,024. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from PER to ZQN, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Perth Airport to Queenstown Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Perth Airport to Queenstown Airport.
Handy information about Perth Airport (PER)
73.04% of flights leaving from Perth Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Perth to Perth Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Perth Airport to Queenstown Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to PER:
Arriving at Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Perth Airport to Queenstown Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ZQN instead:
Follow your own route with a Queenstown Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Yes rentals, Hao Rentals or mode rentals and see more of Queenstown and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Queenstown Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to central Queenstown
You'll find ZQN at P.O. Box 64.
Queenstown Airport to central Queenstown has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Perth Airport to Queenstown Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Queenstown. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Queenstown is February, with the temperature ranging between 6ºC and 18ºC. Book your flights from Perth Airport to Queenstown Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
July sees average temperatures of between -2ºC and 6ºC. Search for cheap tickets from PER to ZQN sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of New Zealand
Queenstown has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand just waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres east of Queenstown, a visit to Christchurch will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Little River Rail Station, The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in New Zealand, consider Dunedin, about 177 kilometres south-east of Queenstown. Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World are highlights.