Wellington to Queenstown (WLG–ZQN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
WLG–ZQN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air New Zealand and Jetstar lead the route. The flight covers 398 miles in approximately 1h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 6 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZ Air New Zealand Also: EY, QF | 7 | 32A | 1h25 | – | Star Alliance | EY, QF |
| JQ Jetstar Also: QF | 3 | 320 | 1h25 | – | – | QF |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Queenstown from Wellington
| Metric | WLG→ZQN | CHC→ZQN |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from WLG | – | 189 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 34 | 54 |
| Flight time | 1h 25m | 1h |
Travel Essentials
WLG: NZST · ZQN: NZST
When it's 6:00 PM in Wellington, it's 6:00 PM in Queenstown.
WLG–ZQN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from WLG to ZQN
Wellington International Airport (WLG) and Queenstown Airport (ZQN) are connected by nonstop service from Jetstar and Air New Zealand. With 34 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
WLG to ZQN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from WLG to ZQN ranges from 1 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 398 miles (640 km). There are approximately 34 weekly flights outbound and 18 return, totaling 52 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
6 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via OOL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Christchurch (CHC).