Queenstown to Christchurch (ZQN–CHC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
ZQN–CHC is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air New Zealand leads the route. The flight covers 215 miles in approximately 0h 55m. 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, SQ | 14 | AT7 | 1h10 | – | Star Alliance | EY, SQ |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Christchurch from Queenstown
| Metric | ZQN→CHC | DUD→CHC | IVC→CHC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from ZQN | – | 94 mi | 99 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 4 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 42 | 75 | 36 |
| Flight time | 0h 55m | 1h 5m | 1h 20m |
Travel Essentials
ZQN: NZST · CHC: NZST
When it's 6:00 PM in Queenstown, it's 6:00 PM in Christchurch.
ZQN–CHC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ZQN to CHC
Queenstown Airport (ZQN) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) are connected by nonstop service from Air New Zealand. With 42 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
ZQN to CHC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ZQN to CHC ranges from 0 hours 55 minutes to 1 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 215 miles (346 km). There are approximately 42 weekly flights outbound and 54 return, totaling 96 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
6 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 17 hours via WLG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dunedin (DUD), Invercargill (IVC) and (HKK).