Flying from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN): what you need to know
The timezone in Queenstown is UTC+13, which is six hours ahead of Phuket.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your HKT to ZQN flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Phuket International Airport to Queenstown Airport. Many travellers pass through Melbourne Tullamarine Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
£233 is the lowest price for a one-way Phuket International Airport to Queenstown Airport flight. Return flights start from £592. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from HKT to ZQN, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport to Queenstown Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Phuket International Airport to Queenstown Airport.
Handy information about Phuket International Airport (HKT)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Phuket International Airport, data shows 65.93% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Phuket International Airport is about 20 miles from central Phuket. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 20 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near HKT? If you've booked an early flight from Phuket International Airport to Queenstown Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
If you have a late Phuket International Airport to Queenstown Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near ZQN:
Pick up a Queenstown Airport rental car and explore Queenstown and beyond with your own wheels. Yes rentals, Hao Rentals and mode rentals are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Queenstown Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to central Queenstown
ZQN is located at P.O. Box 64.
Queenstown Airport to the centre of Queenstown has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 miles away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Phuket International Airport to Queenstown Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Queenstown. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Phuket International Airport to Queenstown Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Queenstown, with the temperature ranging from 6ºC (43ºF) to 18ºC (64ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HKT to ZQN in July. Average temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of New Zealand
Christchurch is just one of the many cities in New Zealand waiting to be discovered once you've seen Queenstown. Around 220 miles away to the east, top sights here include Little River Rail Station, The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.
Around 110 miles south-east of Queenstown, Dunedin is another favourite stop in New Zealand. No visit is complete without checking out Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World.