Travelling from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN): what you need to know
The timezone in Queenstown is UTC+13, which is five hours ahead of Manila.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your MNL to ZQN flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like May. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Queenstown Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between MNL and ZQN include:
Sydney Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Brisbane Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
R 5,973 is currently the best price for a one-way Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Queenstown Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 12,967. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MNL to ZQN if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Queenstown Airport.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from MNL to ZQN.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Queenstown Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
When it comes to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport's on-time performance, 72% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Manila. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to MNL? If you're boarding an early flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Queenstown Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Queenstown Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ZQN instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Queenstown Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Yes rentals, Hao Rentals or mode rentals and experience the lesser-explored corners of Queenstown and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Queenstown Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
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 around 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It'll take around 25 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Queenstown Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Queenstown. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Queenstown is February, with the temperature ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Book your flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Queenstown Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from MNL to ZQN in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
Explore more of New Zealand
Christchurch is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Queenstown. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Mount Herbert/Te Ahu Patiki, Gemston & Fossil Museum Birdlings Flat and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.
If there's time to check out another major stop in New Zealand, consider Dunedin, roughly 177 kilometres south-east of Queenstown. Dunedin Botanic Garden, Saint Kilda Beach and Sandfly Bay are among the biggest draws.