Travelling from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN): what you need to know
A direct flight from Gold Coast Airport to Queenstown Airport takes on average 3 hours 29 minutes. The timezone in Queenstown is UTC+13, making it 3 hours ahead of Gold Coast.
Flights from Gold Coast Airport to Queenstown Airport start from 06:15 — the first with Jetstar. The latest flight in the day is the 13:40 service with Jetstar. Overall, there are 12 services every week between OOL and ZQN.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Jetstar has direct flights from Gold Coast Airport to Queenstown Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Queenstown — plus maybe even more of New Zealand if you have time.
We make it a cinch to get a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from Gold Coast Airport to Queenstown Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between OOL and ZQN include:
Wellington International Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Auckland Airport
Don't forget, you may need a visa to enter New Zealand. Visa regulations can vary and travel documentation requirements often change. Before organising your cheap ticket from OOL to ZQN, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Gold Coast Airport to Queenstown Airport is 139 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 230 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book 9 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from OOL to ZQN.
The cheapest month for tickets from Gold Coast Airport to Queenstown Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Gold Coast Airport to Queenstown Airport. Simply select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Handy information about Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
Gold Coast Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Gold Coast. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 41 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Gold Coast Airport to Queenstown Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to OOL:
Arriving at Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
Book a hotel near ZQN if you have a late flight from Gold Coast Airport to Queenstown Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to central Queenstown
From Queenstown Airport, Queenstown is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 13 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 21 minutes.
When to fly to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Gold Coast Airport to Queenstown Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Queenstown in April.
Book your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Queenstown Airport for February if you want to visit Queenstown during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 6ºC and 18ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between -2ºC and 6ºC. Search for cheap tickets from OOL to ZQN around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Queenstown
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Queenstown right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from OOL to ZQN:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Shotover River, Shotover Jet and Glenorchy-Queenstown Road are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Queenstown itinerary.
Complete your Queenstown trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Queenstown Airport — next up is finding a great place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Queenstown.