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Airport Comparison
| AKL | ZQN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Auckland International Airport | Queenstown International Airport |
| IATA Code | AKL | ZQN |
| ICAO Code | NZAA | NZQN |
| City | Auckland | Queenstown |
| Country | New Zealand | New Zealand |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 23 ft | 1,171 ft |
| Coordinates | -37.010000, 174.790000 | -45.020000, 168.740000 |
Auckland (AKL) to Queenstown (ZQN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Queenstown International Airport (ZQN) in Queenstown, New Zealand is 1,024 kilometers (637 miles / 553 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southwest at a heading of 208°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within New Zealand. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 17:30 in Auckland, it's 17:30 in Queenstown.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,148 feet between the two airports. Queenstown International Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.
The return flight from Queenstown (ZQN) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 32° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Auckland International Airport (AKL) and Queenstown International Airport (ZQN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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