Flying from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN): what you need to know
The timezone in Queenstown is UTC+13, which is four hours ahead of Seoul.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your ICN to ZQN flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Incheon International Airport to Queenstown Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between ICN and ZQN:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Brisbane Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
R 4,288 is currently the best price for a one-way Incheon International Airport to Queenstown Airport flight. Return flights start from R 10,051. These prices may change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ICN to ZQN if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Incheon International Airport to Queenstown Airport.
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Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Incheon International Airport to Queenstown Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Of all flights leaving Incheon International Airport, 54.5% land on time at their destination.
To find the best way to travel from central Seoul to Incheon International Airport, use navigation apps like Google Maps. The airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near ICN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Incheon International Airport to Queenstown Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
Reserve a hotel close to ZQN if you have a late Incheon International Airport to Queenstown Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Queenstown Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Yes rentals, Hao Rentals or mode rentals and venture far and wide through Queenstown and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Queenstown Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
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.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Incheon International Airport to Queenstown Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Queenstown. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Incheon International Airport to Queenstown Airport for February if you want to visit Queenstown during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ICN to ZQN sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of New Zealand
Queenstown has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand 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 there's time to check out another major stop in New Zealand, consider Dunedin, about 177 kilometres south-east of Queenstown. Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World are key reasons to visit.