Travelling from Shanghai to Queenstown Airport (ZQN): What you need to know
The timezone in Queenstown is UTC+13, which is five hours ahead of Shanghai. Queenstown Airport is located in Queenstown.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Shanghai to ZQN. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as February? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Shanghai to ZQN leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Here's where you could connect through:
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Auckland Airport (AKL)
Located around 48 kilometres from central Shanghai, PVG can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Shanghai to Queenstown Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to Shanghai Pudong International Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights complete their journey on time.
The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
SHA is about 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 40 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your Shanghai to ZQN flight:
Most flights that depart Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport touch down at their destination right on cue. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 86%.
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
Have a late flight from Shanghai to Queenstown Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near ZQN and hit the lights earlier:
Pick up a Queenstown Airport rental car and explore Queenstown and beyond with your own set of wheels. Yes rentals, Hao Rentals and mode rentals are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around two weeks before your Shanghai to Queenstown Airport flight.
ZQN is located at P.O. Box 64.
Getting from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to central Queenstown
Queenstown Airport is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Queenstown. It takes around 15 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
Rs134,490 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Queenstown Airport. A return flight starts at Rs238,789. These prices can change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Shanghai to ZQN if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Shanghai to Queenstown Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Save on your flight from Shanghai to Queenstown Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
January is the busiest month for flights from Shanghai to Queenstown Airport (ZQN). Visit Queenstown in May if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Before locking in your Shanghai to ZQN plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. February is the warmest month in Queenstown, with temperatures ranging from 6ºC to 18ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Queenstown Airport in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC and 6ºC.
More about Queenstown
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Queenstown right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Shanghai to Queenstown Airport:
There are loads of terrific things to do in Queenstown when you're in the mood to sightsee. Make your way to Air Milford followed by Glenorchy-Queenstown Road and Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters.
Explore more of New Zealand
Dunedin is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Queenstown. Around 161 kilometres away to the southeast, check out popular attractions including Dunedin Botanic Garden, Saint Kilda Beach and Sandfly Bay.
Around 161 kilometres south of Queenstown, Invercargill is another essential stop in New Zealand. No visit is complete without checking out Anderson Park, Aurora Australis viewpoint and Southland Museum & Art Gallery.