Queenstown Airport opened in 1935, and in the 1950s the first commercial flight took place.

By the 1990s the runway had been extended to allow airliners to land. In 2001 a new terminal was built including public viewing areas, cafes and duty free shops.

In 2011 new lights were installed at the airport, allowing aircraft to land outside daylight hours.

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ost outstanding airport approach in the world - always a privilege to fly home to Queenstown. Pilots love it, always a challenge am sure. Every day into Queenstown is different - the four seasons are intense. Flying into Queenstown airport is on the bucket list for any traveller."

"The views of the Southern Alps make this an exhilarating approach. Sometimes you can even catch a glimpse of Mount Cook to the north, or Milford Sound as you reach the end of Tasman Sea. In Winter you see snow-capped peaks and in Summer the alps glisten in the sun.

"Airport Codes: ZQN / NZQN
Elevation: 1171 feet
Queenstown Airport has 2 runways, the main runway is 1777 metres (5830 feet), the second runway is 720 metres (2362 feet). The main runway is suitable for all business jets.

queenstown new zealand Airport Runway length

Small props, Small Jets, Medium Jets, Long Range Jets, Regional Airliners and Large Airliners.