Travelling from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN): what you need to know
Queenstown is seven hours 30 minutes ahead of Hyderabad and follows the UTC+13 timezone.
Your HYD to ZQN flight won't wait if you're 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.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
Right now, ₹ 42,525 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Queenstown Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ₹ 78,874. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from HYD to ZQN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for your flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Queenstown Airport.
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Handy information about Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
73.37% of flights departing from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport reach their destination on time.
To reach Rajiv Gandhi International Airport from central Hyderabad, it takes around 45 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 50 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Queenstown Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near HYD:
Arriving at Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
Consider booking a hotel near ZQN if you're taking a late Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Queenstown Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Queenstown Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Yes rentals, Hao Rentals or mode rentals and explore beyond Queenstown's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Queenstown Airport around two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to central Queenstown
The street address for ZQN is P.O. Box 64.
Queenstown Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Queenstown. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
It takes roughly 20 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
January is the busiest month for flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Queenstown Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Queenstown in April.
Before locking in your flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Queenstown Airport, consider the type of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Queenstown, with temperatures ranging from 6ºC to 18ºC.
July has average temperatures of between -2ºC and 6ºC. Search for cheap tickets from HYD to ZQN sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've done Queenstown, now it's time to explore more of New Zealand. Journey about 354 kilometres east to Christchurch to tick off its must-visit sights. From Little River Rail Station to The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Dunedin is another sought-after destination in New Zealand and is around 177 kilometres south-east of Queenstown. No trip is complete without visiting Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World.