Flying from Montreal to Queenstown Airport (ZQN): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Montreal. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Montreal to Queenstown Airport (ZQN) taking off from here.
The timezone in Queenstown is UTC+13, which is 17 hours ahead of Montreal. Queenstown Airport is located in Queenstown.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Montreal to ZQN.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The journey from central Montreal to YUL takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Montreal to Queenstown Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, 64.89% touch down on time at their destination.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
YHU is about 40 kilometres from central Montreal. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Montreal to ZQN flight, unwind in one of these hotels near St. Hubert Airport:
About Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
Reserve a hotel close to ZQN if you're catching a late flight from Montreal to Queenstown Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Follow your own route with a Queenstown Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Yes rentals, Hao Rentals or mode rentals and discover more of Queenstown and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride around two weeks in advance of your Montreal to Queenstown Airport flight.
You'll find ZQN at P.O. Box 64.
Getting from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to central Queenstown
Queenstown Airport to central Queenstown is roughly 6 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Queenstown Airport is R 20,230. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 30,894. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Montreal to ZQN if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Montreal to Queenstown Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Montreal to Queenstown Airport (ZQN). Plan your visit to Queenstown in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
When booking your Montreal to ZQN plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. February is the warmest month in Queenstown, with temperatures ranging from 6ºC (43ºF) to 18ºC (64ºF).
July has temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Montreal to Queenstown Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Queenstown
After booking your flight from Montreal to Queenstown Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Queenstown:
There are plenty of things to do in Queenstown when you're ready to go sightseeing. Make your way to Air Milford followed by Glenorchy-Queenstown Road and Southern Lakes.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've visited Queenstown, now it's time to discover other corners of New Zealand. Travel about 161 kilometres south-east to Dunedin to tick off its leading sights. From Dunedin Botanic Garden to Saint Kilda Beach and Sandfly Bay, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 161 kilometres south of Queenstown, Invercargill is another favourite stop in New Zealand. Start your sightseeing at Aurora Australis viewpoint, Southland Museum & Art Gallery and St. Mary's Basilica.
