Queenstown Airport Parking Fees

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Welcome to Parkhero, your go-to guide for Queenstown Airport parking! We've compared all the parking rates so you can find the best deals effortlessly. Check out the rates below:

 

Overview of Queenstown Airport Parking Fees

Car ParkCost per WeekService & Travel Time
Park and Ride Queenstown$ 90.00Shuttle: 15 min 
Terminal Car Park A$ 238.00Walk: 1 - 2 min 
Terminal Car Park B$ 238.00Walk: 3 - 5 min 

 

Queenstown Airport Parking Rates

Travellers can anticipate paying between $90.00 and $240.00 for a week of parking at Queenstown Airport. Note that online reservations are not available, so all prices are subject to the standard drive-up rates.

 

Park and Ride Queenstown ($90.00 per Week)

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Queenstown Park and Ride, located on Brooks Road, is located a 15-minute shuttle ride away from Queenstown Airport terminals.

The park & ride facility is open 100 minutes before the first flight takes off, and runs 60 minutes after the last flight has landed.

The shuttle bus runs every 40 minutes.

This is an excellent choice for those who looking for affordable long term parking.

  • Hours: 24/7
  • Service: Shuttle
  • Distance to Airport: 15 min shuttle
    • Shuttle departs every 40 minutes
  • Flexible Access: Open 100 minutes before the first flight and 60 minutes after the last flight.
  • Simple Payments: Tap or insert your card at the gate for easy entry and exit.
  • Location: On Brookes Road
  • Cancellation Policy: None applies; drive-up bookings only

✔️Ideal for: Budget-conscious travellers without a lot of luggage

🚫 Not Accepted:

  • Drive-up bookings
  • Cash payments at the exit
  • To pay with cash, visit the Airport Information Desk located inside the terminal.

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Terminal Car Park A ($240.00 for 1 Week)

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Terminal Car Park A is primarily designed for short-term parking, making it ideal for those parking for a few hours, or dropping off / picking up someone. 

While it can accommodate parking for up to a few weeks, it is generally more expensive than the park-and-ride facility.

Conveniently located just 1 to 2 minutes away from the terminal, this parking option is the closest available.

Open 24/7, Car Park A is uncovered, with over 300 parking bays.

Whether you're on a short trip or planning a longer stay, Terminal Car Park A provides a practical solution for your parking needs.

  • Hours: 24/7
  • Service: Walking Distance
  • Distance to Airport: 1 - 2 min walk
  • Extra features:
    • 6 EV charging stations
    • 20 minutes of free parking
    • 4 mobility parking bays 
  • Cancellation Policy: None applies; drive-up bookings only

✔️Ideal for: Travellers with multiple pieces of luggage; parking for 2 days or less; those with walking impediments 

🚫 Not accepted: 

  • Drive-up bookings
  • Cash payments at exit; if you want to pay with cash, do so at the Airport Information Desk within the terminal

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Terminal Car Park B ($240.00 for 1 Week)

car-park-b-queenstown-airportTerminal Car Park B offers the same rates as Car Park A, but requires a slightly longer walk to the terminal, around 3 to 5 minutes.

It’s an open-air car park with 95 bays, no EV charging, and operates 24/7.

Online bookings aren’t available, but the first 20 minutes are free, making it a handy option for quick drop-offs.

Located just to the right of the terminal across from the rental car area, it’s a solid choice for budget-conscious or long-term travellers.

  • Hours: 24/7
  • Service: Walking Distance
  • Distance to Airport: 3 - 5 min walk
  • Cancellation Policy: None applies; drive-up bookings only

✔️Ideal for: Travellers who don't mind a short walk to the terminals; can't find space in the Terminal A Car Park; want 20 minutes of free parking

🚫 Not accepted:

  • Drive-up bookings
  • Cash payments at exit; if you want to pay with cash, do so at the Airport Information Desk within the terminal

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P2 Drop-Off Zone (Free)

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Located directly outside the departures terminal, the P2 Drop-Off zone is ideal for quick passenger drop-offs.

Drivers must stay in their vehicles with the engine running, making it a fast, no-fuss option at Queenstown Airport.

  • Hours: 24/7
  • Service: Walking Distance
  • Distance to Airport: 1 min walk

 

P20 Express Parking (Free for First 20 Minutes)

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The first few bays in Terminal Car Park A offer 20 minutes of free parking, perfect for unhurried goodbyes.

It’s just a short walk to the terminal, making it a convenient option for seeing off loved ones.

  • Hours: 24/7
  • Service: Walking Distance
  • Distance to Airport: 3 - 5 min walk
  • Location: Front of the Terminal Car Park A

 

Queenstown Airport Short-Term Parking Rates

For quick drop-offs, the P2 zone is free. If you need a bit longer, the P20 express area in Terminal Car Park A offers up to 20 minutes free.

After that, standard rates apply in Car Parks A and B:

Queenstown Airport Short-Term Parking Rates

DurationCost 

0 - 20 minutes

Free

21 - 40 minutes

$4.00

41 - 60 minutes

$6.00

61 - 80 minutes

$8.00

81 - 100 minutes

$10.00

101 - 120 minutes

$12.00

2 - 5 hours

$16.00

5 - 12 hours

$20.00

12 hours - 1 day

$30.00

Daily rate

$30.00

 

What is the cheapest parking option at Queenstown Airport?

Park and Ride Queenstown is the most affordable at $90 per week, with a convenient shuttle service.

 

Are there free parking options? 

Yes, the P2 Drop-Off Zone and P20 Express Parking offer free short-term parking.

 

Can I park long-term at Terminal Car Parks A & B?

Yes, but the terminal car parks are more expensive compared to Park and Ride Queenstown.

 

All the parking rates cited are approximate and subject to change without notice, but were accurate at the time of publication. Please note that Parkhero does not compare all the airport car parking spaces available in the market, and cannot take into account specific needs and individual requirements. Always read the terms and conditions before booking.

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