Travelling from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to London: what you need to know
London is 13 hours behind Queenstown, where Queenstown Airport is located. London operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from ZQN to London. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
If you hold a passport from New Zealand and plan to travel to United Kingdom for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on the duration of your stay and can be subject to change. For the latest rules, contact your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before booking a cheap ticket from Queenstown Airport to London.
ZQN is around 8 kilometres from central Queenstown. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 13 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 21 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near ZQN? If you're boarding an early flight from Queenstown Airport to London, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to London
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Queenstown Airport to London is P33,945. The cheapest price for a return flight is P74,379. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ZQN to London if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to the centre of London is around 57 minutes by car. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour and 1 minute if you're using public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Queenstown Airport to London. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Once your flight from Queenstown Airport to London has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 1 hour and 19 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to LGW. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from ZQN to London:
Best time to go to London
July is the most popular month for flights from Queenstown Airport to London. To steer clear of the crowds, head for London in February when it's quieter.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Queenstown Airport to London in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from ZQN to London in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in London right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Queenstown Airport to London:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are essential stops on your London itinerary.
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