Travelling from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Dunedin International Airport (DUD): what you need to know
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ZQN to DUD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak time such as January? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Dunedin International Airport (DUD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Queenstown Airport to Dunedin International Airport flight is R 2,580. A return ticket right now is R 7,466. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ZQN to DUD if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from Queenstown Airport to Dunedin International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from ZQN to DUD.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Queenstown Airport to Dunedin International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
ZQN's address is P.O. Box 64.
79.18% of flights that depart Queenstown Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To get to Queenstown Airport from central Queenstown, it takes about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Queenstown Airport to Dunedin International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to ZQN:
Arriving at Dunedin International Airport (DUD)
Consider staying at The Professor's Beach House - Brighton Home after arriving from your Queenstown Airport to Dunedin International Airport flight. It's not too far from DUD and a good option if you're eager to freshen up right away.
Begin your adventure by picking up a Dunedin International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from GO Rentals, Ezi or Europcar and explore beyond Dunedin's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Dunedin International Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Dunedin International Airport (DUD) to central Dunedin
From Dunedin International Airport, Dunedin is approximately 29 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Dunedin International Airport (DUD)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Queenstown Airport to Dunedin International Airport. February is the busiest month to visit Dunedin. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from Queenstown Airport to Dunedin International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Dunedin, with the temperature ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 21ºC (70ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ZQN to DUD sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of New Zealand
Dunedin has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometres north-east of Dunedin, a visit to Christchurch will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Little River Rail Station, The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.
Around 177 kilometres west of Dunedin, Invercargill is another favourite stop in New Zealand. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Queens Park, Invercargill, E Hayes and Sons - The World's Fastest Indian and Anderson Park Art Gallery.
