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Queenstown Airport (ZQN) @NZQN

Official Queenstown Airport page.

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Queenstown Airport (ZQN)@NZQN
4 Dec 2025
Kia ora, this page is not regularly monitored. Please visit @queenstownairport on FB or IG for the latest updates or email media@queenstownairport.co.nz to connect directly with us.
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An aircraft experienced an engineering issue as it was preparing for departure this morning. Airport emergency services were called as a precaution and have now been stood down. The plane is returning to the gate and will be disembarked. No further updates to come.
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It's a snow day! The airport is open. However, some flights may be delayed or cancelled. Please contact your airline if your travel plans are changed. Flight info available on our website > queenstownairport.co.nz Follow @QLDCinfo for intel on road closures.
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Virgin Australia flight VA148 departed Queenstown Airport at 5.50pm, bound for Melbourne. It experienced an issue just after take-off and has been diverted to Invercargill Airport. We will provide further updates as information becomes available.
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UPDATE, 6.55pm: The aircraft has landed safely at Invercargill Airport.
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This morning, we released our interim report for the six months to 31 December 2023 announcing an interim dividend of $5.3 million to shareholders. Read the full report here: queenstownairport.co.nz/medi… #QueenstownAirport #CommunityAsset #ZQN
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As 2023 comes to a close, @NZQN's CEO Glen Sowry takes a moment to reflect on the past year & also on the exciting times ahead. queenstownairport.co.nz/medi…
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We're thrilled to announce a Master Plan to guide the development of Queenstown Airport over the coming decades has been finalised. Read the full release and plan here: queenstownairport.co.nz/medi…
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Due to a security breach, we are currently rescreening all domestic passengers who were waiting to depart. Unfortunately, this will cause some delays. We do apologise for any inconvenience caused however, your security is our priority. Thank you for your patience & understanding.
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Our terminal car parks have limited capacity this weekend. To avoid missing your flight, please consider other transport options or Park & Ride which offers free return transfers. Park & Ride is located on Brookes Road just a short trip from ZQN. queenstownairport.co.nz/park…
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Yesterday we were pleased to release our 2023 Sustainability Report. It's been a busy year and we would like to thank those who are working alongside us to champion sustainability at Queenstown Airport. queenstownairport.co.nz/medi…
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Our airport emergency service team performed a water salute today to welcome the latest addition to Glenorchy Air's fleet – a 2020 Daher Kodiak 100 turboprop. The aircraft can carry nine passengers, all with window seats, and its engine can run on sustainable aviation fuel. #ZQN
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Our terminal car parks are nearing capacity. Please use alternative transport options if you're travelling out of ZQN this long weekend or enjoy a guaranteed park at Park & Ride, located on Brookes Road. queenstownairport.co.nz/park…

Park & Ride Parking

Park & Ride at Queenstown Airport offers great-value long-term parking with a free return shuttle to the terminal. Simple pricing and easy access from Brookes Road.

queenstownairport.co.nz
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Update at 10:00am Due to an issue with the domain provider, the Queenstown Airport website is not currently working. We hope they can resolve the issue quickly.
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A state of emergency has been declared in Queenstown. The airport is OPEN however advice is to only travel if it is safe to do so. For more airport info visit: queenstownairport.co.nz/flig… For regional info follow: @QLDCinfo
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PSA: BOIIL WATER NOTICE 19/09/23 Due to the current boil water notice in place across Queenstown including Frankton, our retailers are not able to serve coffee and our water fountains have been closed. Please bring a water bottle with you if you're flying out of ZQN today.
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Update #2 at 14:20pm on 19 September 2023 GOODS NEWS!!! Airspresso is now serving coffee! However, our water fountains are still not usable so please continue to bring a bottle of water if you're travelling.
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Queenstown Airport (ZQN) retweeted
Aviation Security Service of New Zealand@AvSecNZ
13 Aug 2023
🧳🔍Quiz time! Do you know the difference between what should be carried on or checked? ✈️🛅 If you’re not sure where to store your items, visit our passenger information page, it’ll help you brush up on your travel skills. aviation.govt.nz/passenger..…
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We're excited to see snow throughout the region this morning but this is causing a few flights to be delayed. Please keep an eye on our website for the latest flight information or check your inbox regularly for updates from your airline. queenstownairport.co.nz/flig…
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Queenstown Airport (ZQN) retweeted
NZ Transport Agency - Otago & Southland@nztaos
1 Aug 2023
SOUTH ISLAND - SNOW - UPDATE: 1:25PM, TUE 1 AUG CLOSED • SH94 Milford Rd - Snow • Crown Range Road - Snow OPEN WITH RESTRICTIONS • SH8 Omarama to Tarras (Lindis Pass) - No towing vehicles and chains are essential ^JP
NZ Transport Agency - Otago & Southland@nztaos
1 Aug 2023
SH6 OMARAMA TO TARRAS (LINDIS PASS) - SNOW AND ICE - 1:05PM, TUE 1 AUG Due to snow and ice conditions, road users are advised to take extra care along this route. ^JP
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