Christchurch to Queenstown (CHC–ZQN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CHC–ZQN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia lead the route. The flight covers 215 miles in approximately 1h. Beyond nonstop, 7 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZ Air New Zealand Also: EY, SQ | 20 | 32A, AT7 | 1h-1h15 | – | Star Alliance | EY, SQ |
| VA Virgin Australia | 1 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Queenstown from Christchurch
| Metric | CHC→ZQN | WLG→ZQN |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from CHC | – | 189 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 54 | 34 |
| Flight time | 1h | 1h 25m |
Travel Essentials
CHC: NZST · ZQN: NZST
When it's 6:00 PM in Christchurch, it's 6:00 PM in Queenstown.
CHC–ZQN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CHC to ZQN
Christchurch International Airport (CHC) and Queenstown Airport (ZQN) are connected by nonstop service from Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia. With 54 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CHC to ZQN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CHC to ZQN ranges from 1 hours 0 minutes to 1 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 215 miles (346 km). There are approximately 54 weekly flights outbound and 42 return, totaling 96 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
7 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via IVC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Wellington (WLG).