International hub · Queenstown, New Zealand
Queenstown
- Elevation
- 1,171 ft
- Coordinates
- 45°01′S 168°45′E
- Local time
- Pacific/Auckland
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Field information
NZQN runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Queenstown (NZQN/ZQN) has 2 runways; the longest, 05/23, is 6,204 ft (1,891 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 7. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at NZQN, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Pacific/Auckland
Country
New Zealand
NZ
Municipality
Queenstown
Elevation
1,171 ft
Position
-45.0192, 168.7464
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Runways · NZQN
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 6,204 ft (1,891 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 14/32 | 2,920 ft (890 m) | 33 ft | — | — |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at NZQN.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Queenstown (NZQN / ZQN) in Queenstown, New Zealand, through one 24/7 OCC desk. NZQN is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at NZQN
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – New Zealand
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of New Zealand. Applicable permit lead times for New Zealand are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for New Zealand are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at NZQN
Direct FBO and handler coordination at NZQN covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at NZQN
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at NZQN is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to NZQN
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for NZQN: 45° 1′ 9″ S 168° 44′ 47″ E; elevation 1171 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Queenstown
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Queenstown. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at NZQN.
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Cargo Operations at NZQN
Support for freighter operations into NZQN covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where NZQN sits in the network
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Operating into NZQN?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Queenstown — one desk for the whole trip.