Flying from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Hawkes Bay Airport (NPE): what you need to know
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Once you've found cheap ticket from ZQN to NPE, get your travel documents in order. A passport or visa isn't needed as you're travelling within New Zealand. As long as you have some other form of identification, such as a driver's license or an ID card, you're good to go.
How to find the cheapest flights from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Hawkes Bay Airport (NPE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Queenstown Airport to Hawkes Bay Airport is 101 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 179 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from ZQN to NPE, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Queenstown Airport to Hawkes Bay Airport across every month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Queenstown, Queenstown Airport can be reached in approximately 13 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 21 minutes.
Got an early flight from Queenstown Airport to Hawkes Bay Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near ZQN:
Arriving at Hawkes Bay Airport (NPE)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Queenstown Airport to Hawkes Bay Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near NPE instead:
Getting from Hawkes Bay Airport (NPE) to central Napier-Hastings
Hawkes Bay Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from central Napier-Hastings. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 12 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 43 minutes.
When to fly to Hawkes Bay Airport (NPE)
July is the most popular month for flights from Queenstown Airport to Hawkes Bay Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Napier-Hastings in January.
The warmest month in Napier-Hastings is January, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 23ºC. Book your flights from Queenstown Airport to Hawkes Bay Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from ZQN to NPE in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC and 13ºC on average.
More about Napier-Hastings
Start your Napier-Hastings trip right by finding a fantastic place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from ZQN to NPE, browse our accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. National Aquarium of New Zealand, Art Deco Trust and Napier Prison are top sights which should feature on any good Napier-Hastings itinerary.
Complete your Napier-Hastings trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Hawkes Bay Airport, check out the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Napier-Hastings escape.