Travelling from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Adelaide Airport (ADL): what you need to know
Adelaide is two hours 30 minutes behind Queenstown and observes the UTC+10:30 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ZQN to ADL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Queenstown Airport to Adelaide Airport flight is $253. A return plane ticket is currently $692. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from ZQN to ADL, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
ZQN is located at P.O. Box 64.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Queenstown Airport, 79.18% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Queenstown Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Queenstown. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 20 minutes.
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Arriving at Adelaide Airport (ADL)
If you're arriving on a late Queenstown Airport to Adelaide Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near ADL:
Travel at your own speed with an Adelaide Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, simba car hire or East Coast and experience more of Adelaide and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Adelaide Airport around one week before travelling.
Getting from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to central Adelaide
From Adelaide Airport, Adelaide is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Adelaide Airport (ADL)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Queenstown Airport to Adelaide Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Adelaide. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Queenstown Airport to Adelaide Airport for January if you'd like to explore Adelaide during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from ZQN to ADL in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Adelaide, now it's time to explore other corners of Australia. Travel around 338 kilometres east to Mildura to tick off its must-visit sights. From Mildura Riverfront to Mildura Arts Centre & Rio Vista Homestead and Orange World, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 370 kilometres south-east of Adelaide, Mount Gambier is another favourite stop in Australia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at The Blue Lake, Engelbrecht Cave and The Valley Lake.