Queenstown Airport (ZQN) is the main domestic and international airport for the Southern Lakes region of New Zealand. Located in Frankton, just 8 km (about a 10-minute drive) from Queenstown’s town centre, it serves as the gateway to iconic destinations including Wānaka, Fiordland, and Central Otago.
The airport is operated by Queenstown Airport Corporation (QAC), which was incorporated in 1988. QAC is jointly owned by Queenstown Lakes District Council (75.01%) and Auckland International Airport Limited (24.99%).
Queenstown Airport supports a wide network of domestic and trans-Tasman flights, with regular services from Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas, and Virgin Australia. Queenstown Airport is New Zealand’s fourth-busiest airport, handling over 2 million passengers annually.
Queenstown Airport is proud to be a gateway to Aotearoa New Zealand and the world. As guardians of this key community asset, we operate world-class infrastructure, maintain strong aviation networks, and support the economic and cultural vitality of the region.
Learn more about our role in the community and our corporate vision on our Corporate page.
As a regional hub, Queenstown Airport provides:
- A modern terminal with international and domestic facilities
- Customs and biosecurity services for arriving international passengers
- On-site rental car services, retail, and duty-free shopping
- Convenient access to Queenstown, Wānaka, and the wider Otago region
WĀNAKA AIRPORT
Wānaka Airport is owned by Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC). QAC manages Wānaka Airport under a Management Services Agreement (MSA) with QLDC. Wānaka Airport facilitates scheduled domestic air services, and both commercial and private general aviation operations.
GLENORCHY AIRFIELD
Glenorchy Airfield is owned by QLDC. QAC provides grounds maintenance services and airstrip management at Glenorchy, under a Management Services Agreement with QLDC.
Last updated 25 June 2025.
