Traveling from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Queenstown Airport is located in Queenstown. Following the UTC+7 timezone, Bangkok is six hours behind Queenstown.
Give yourself enough time to catch your ZQN to Bangkok flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Located around 6 kilometers from central Queenstown, ZQN can be reached in about 15 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near ZQN? If you're boarding an early flight from Queenstown Airport to Bangkok, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
79.18% of flights that depart Queenstown Airport reach their destination on schedule.
ZQN is located at P.O. Box 64.
How to find the cheapest flights from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Bangkok
The best price we've found for a one-way Queenstown Airport to Bangkok flight is $348. The cheapest price for a return flight is $778. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from ZQN to Bangkok, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
Landing cheap tickets from Queenstown Airport to Bangkok is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to access the lowest fares across each month and score a sweet deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from ZQN to Bangkok by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
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Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is around 32 kilometers from central Bangkok. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 35 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Queenstown Airport to Bangkok, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near BKK:
Follow your own route with a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz and see more of Bangkok and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from ZQN to Bangkok.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is roughly 27 kilometers from central Bangkok. After your flight from Queenstown Airport to Bangkok, it'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the center will take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
Following your ZQN to Bangkok flight, unwind at a hotel close to DMK. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or cab lines. Grab a Don Mueang International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the rates and availability from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental and Hertz.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from DMK three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Queenstown Airport to Bangkok. The city comes alive during peak season, but hotel rates are typically higher and attractions can get crowded. Visit Bangkok in low season for a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Queenstown Airport to Bangkok flight ticket with a departure in April if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ZQN to Bangkok in December when temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
More about Bangkok
Start your Bangkok trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Queenstown Airport to Bangkok, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Wat Arun and Grand Palace are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Bangkok must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Wat Phra Kaew.
Explore more of Thailand
You've visited Bangkok, now it's time to discover other corners of Thailand. Journey around 467 kilometers north-east to Udon Thani to check off its leading sights. From Nong Prajak Public Park to Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Thailand, consider Nakhon Ratchasima, about 225 kilometers north-east of Bangkok. Art and Culture Center, Vongchavalitkul University, Wat Pa Salwan (Burapha Chan Chedi) and บ้านสวนเกษตรอินทรีย์ (บ้านสวนในซอย) are among the biggest draws.