The resort town of Queenstown, located in Otago on New Zealand's South Island, is a massively popular holiday destination, particularly famous for adventure and ski tourism. Queenstown Airport is a suitably attractive, convenient transport hub – befitting a town that was once described by an enthusiastic gold-digger as “Fit for Queen Victoria”.
Flights to and from Queenstown Airport are mainly domestic – though there are a few weekly international flights to Australia. In winter, peak tourist season, more international flights are offered. Note that the terminal building opens an hour before the first scheduled flight, and closes an hour after the last scheduled flight, every day.
There is plenty to see and do at Queenstown airport – from shopping for ski equipment, to enjoying handmade chocolate – and easy connections into town ensure that the alpine serenity of your time in Queenstown won't be tainted by the time you spend in transit.
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Queenstown Airport has only one terminal building.
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Just 6km (4 miles) west of town, getting to and from Queenstown Airport is an absolute cinch.
Shuttles: Connexions, a private New Zealand company, offers plenty of shuttle van services from the airport. Fares are NZ$10 for adults, NZ$5 for children, and NZ$10 for ski gear.
Taxis: Taxis are readily available outside the terminal building. Fares will probably be metered – expect to pay a maximum of NZ$25 for the trip.
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There is short- and long-term parking available at Queenstown Airport. Parking is free for the first 20 minutes: after that, fees are NZ$3 (21-40 mins); NZ$4 (41-60 mins); NZ$5 (61-80 mins); NZ$6 (81-100 mins); NZ$7 (101-120 mins); NZ$9 (121-180 mins); and then NZ$1 for every hour thereafter. There is a maximum charge of NZ$20 for the first day, NZ$17 for every day thereafter, and NZ$60 per week.
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Money and communications: An ATM and a currency exchange office (Travelex) are available at Queenstown Airport.
Luggage: A lost-and-found office is located in the main terminal and there are storage lockers in the baggage-reclaim area. Prices for storage are NZ$6/day for a medium locker.
Conference and business: There is an Internet lounge located next to the International Arrivals area with 16 computers. Internet charges are NZ$6 for an hour.
Other facilities: A tourist help desk, first aid facilities, extensive travel agent and tour booking facilities; and full access and facilities for disabled passengers.
Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi Internet connectivity is available. Prepaid tickets are available from Travelex or the Airport Help Desk.
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