Travelling from Chicago to Queenstown Airport (ZQN): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can start your trip from in Chicago. Explore your options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when reserving your flight from Chicago to Queenstown Airport (ZQN).
The timezone in Queenstown is UTC+13, which is 18 hours ahead of Chicago. Queenstown Airport is located in Queenstown.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Chicago to ZQN.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Chicago to Queenstown Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to O'Hare International Airport:
Of all flights departing from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% land on schedule at their destination.
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is around 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to ZQN flight:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance of 77.88%. This figure sheds light on how often flights departing from this airport reach their destination on time.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From the centre of Chicago, RFD is around 137 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to arrive by car and 4 hours 15 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Chicago to Queenstown Airport flight:
Flights that depart from RFD touch down at their destination within the scheduled time frame 76.19% of the time.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
Consider staying in a hotel near ZQN if you have a late flight from Chicago to Queenstown Airport. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Queenstown Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Yes rentals, Hao Rentals or mode rentals and experience the lesser-explored corners of Queenstown and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride around two weeks before your Chicago to Queenstown Airport flight.
The address for ZQN is P.O. Box 64.
Getting from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to central Queenstown
Queenstown Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Queenstown. The time it takes to get to the centre by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
1.616 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Queenstown Airport. Return flights start from 858 €. These prices can change based on demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Chicago to ZQN. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to Queenstown Airport (ZQN). July is the peak month for travel to Queenstown. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in April.
Lock in a Chicago to ZQN plane ticket departing in February if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Queenstown to range from 6ºC (43ºF) to 18ºC (64ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Queenstown Airport in July when temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Queenstown
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Queenstown right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Chicago to Queenstown Airport:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Air Milford, Glenorchy-Queenstown Road and Southern Lakes are attractions you won't want to skip in Queenstown.
Explore more of New Zealand
Dunedin is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Queenstown. Around 161 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Dunedin Botanic Garden, Saint Kilda Beach and Sandfly Bay.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in New Zealand, head for Invercargill, roughly 161 kilometres south of Queenstown. Aurora Australis viewpoint, Southland Museum & Art Gallery and St. Mary's Basilica are among the biggest draws.
