Travelling from Gisborne Airport (GIS) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN): what you need to know
Gisborne and Queenstown are in the same timezone, UTC+13.
To ensure you catch your GIS to ZQN flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to explore a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Gisborne Airport to Queenstown Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Auckland Airport is a sought-after stop between GIS and ZQN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gisborne Airport (GIS) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Gisborne Airport to Queenstown Airport flight is $148. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $526. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from GIS to ZQN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Gisborne Airport to Queenstown Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from GIS to ZQN.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Gisborne Airport to Queenstown Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Gisborne Airport (GIS)
When it comes to Gisborne Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.65% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Gisborne to Gisborne Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 5 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel near GIS? If you've booked an early flight from Gisborne Airport to Queenstown Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Gisborne Airport to Queenstown Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ZQN instead:
Pick up a Queenstown Airport rental car and explore Queenstown and beyond with your own set of wheels. Yes rentals, Hao Rentals and mode rentals are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Queenstown Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to central Queenstown
ZQN is located at P.O. Box 64.
Queenstown Airport to central Queenstown has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 20 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
January is the most popular month for flights from Gisborne Airport to Queenstown Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Queenstown in April.
The warmest month in Queenstown is February, with the temperature ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Lock in your flights from Gisborne Airport to Queenstown Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from GIS to ZQN sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've done Queenstown, now it's time to explore more of New Zealand. Journey around 354 kilometres east to Christchurch to tick off its top attractions. From Little River Rail Station to The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden, your itinerary will be busy.
Dunedin is another favourite destination in New Zealand and is around 177 kilometres south-east of Queenstown. No journey is complete without a visit to Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World.
