Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Queenstown Airport (ZQN): what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Queenstown Airport (ZQN). Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) are the main airports in Kuala Lumpur.
The timezone in Queenstown is UTC+13, which is 5 hours ahead of Kuala Lumpur. Queenstown Airport is located in Queenstown.
Your flight from Kuala Lumpur to ZQN won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for flights from Kuala Lumpur to ZQN departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Auckland Airport (AKL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
KUL is approximately 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will show you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Queenstown Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
On public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in around 1 hour and 32 minutes. The airport is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 27 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Kuala Lumpur to ZQN, take things easy in one of these hotels close to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
About Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ZQN if you're taking a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Queenstown Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to central Queenstown
Queenstown Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Queenstown. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 13 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 21 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
Book a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Queenstown Airport from Rs100,082 or travel return from just Rs212,797. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
We suggest booking as soon as you can to secure cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to ZQN. You're more likely to snag a great deal and have a larger selection of departure times and dates.
Getting cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Queenstown Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Queenstown Airport. To avoid the crowds, head for Queenstown in April when it's quieter.
Before booking a flight from Kuala Lumpur to ZQN, think about the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Queenstown, with temperatures ranging from 6ºC to 18ºC.
July has average temperatures of between -2ºC and 6ºC. Look for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Queenstown Airport sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Queenstown
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Queenstown right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Queenstown Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Shotover River, Shotover Jet and Glenorchy-Queenstown Road are leading attractions which should be on every Queenstown itinerary.
Complete your Queenstown trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Queenstown and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare rates from trusted providers in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Queenstown Airport.
