Parking at Queenstown Airport
There are convenient parking options both at Queenstown Airport and close by. At the terminal, we offer a free 20-minute grace period for pick-ups or drop-offs. Parking charges apply after 20 minutes.
Terminal Parking
Spaces free
Spaces free
Park & Ride
Spaces free
Pick-up Drop-off (PUDO) Zone
FREE
For some visitors, a quick pick-up or simple farewell is all you need. Our PUDO zone is designated no parking and no waiting. If you need a little longer or have arrived slightly earlier, we offer free 20 minutes in the terminal car park.
The PUDO zone is located directly outside the airport terminal and is available for private passenger pick-ups and drop-offs only.
The pick-up/ drop-off zone is not for use by commercial operators.
Please note, this area is monitored by CCTV for safety, security and infringement purposes.
P20 Express Parking
Pick-Up & Drop-ff
There’s no need to rush in and out of the airport as we offer priority parking for visits less than 20 minutes in the designated pick-up/drop-off parking bays within terminal car park A. These are located nearest the terminal and signposted P20. Bonus - the first 20 minutes is FREE!
If you’ve parked for less than 20 minutes, there’s no need to validate your ticket – the License Plate Recognition (LPR) cameras will automatically open the barrier arm.
If you plan to stay longer than 20 minutes, please park in non P20 spaces and validate your ticket at the pay station. The LPR cameras will recognise that you've paid and open automatically.
Short & Long Stay Parking
From $30 per day
Queenstown Airport currently has two terminal car parking areas for those wanting to park for more than 20 minutes. Named A and B, both car parks offer the same car parking rates and are our most convenient parking offering located at the terminal for short or multi-day stays.
Car park A is located straight in front of the terminal as well as having the express pick-up and drop-off zone in the front bays, it also has 4 mobility parking spaces and almost 300 terminal car parking spaces.
Car park B is located to the right of the terminal just a short 3-5 minute walk away along the pathway, directly opposite the rental car park. This car park has 100 spaces.
Mobility Car Parks
Queenstown Airport has two mobility P60 car parks located directly outside the airport terminal for those picking up or dropping off passengers, free of charge. If you're travelling, mobility car parks are located in all our car parks. We have four located at the front of Car Park A for your convenience.
Located on Brookes Road, Park & Ride is ideal for the savvy saver. Rates start at $20 for the first day then $10 for days thereafter. Plus, you get to enjoy a free 15-minute scenic shuttle ride!
Plug in with ease at Queenstown Airport!
Our six Tesla Destination Charging stations are ready to power up your EV while you enjoy your travels. Located conveniently in Car Park A, these chargers are perfect for a quick top-up or a longer stay.
Any electric vehicle with a Type 2 charging port or adapter can use the chargers. The Tesla charging technology can add up to 100km of range per hour of charge.
Charging is free but you'll still have to pay the standard parking rates (see parking fee information below).
You can find out more information on our Tesla Destination Charging FAQs page.
How to Pay
At the Terminal
Queenstown Airport accepts credit card or EFTPOS payments for terminal parking. The pay station is conveniently located on the pathway to the departures and arrivals area and has three stations that take all major credit cards. If you have any issues with the pay station or would like to pay with cash, please see a friendly member of the team at the Airport Information Desk inside the terminal.
Queenstown Airport Park & Ride
Payment is made via credit or debit cards. Just tap or insert your card on your way in and when you exit. No cash payments are accepted.
If you require a receipt for your parking, please contact the Airport Information Desk: [email protected]
Tap & Go
Simply tap your credit or debit card when you enter the terminal car parks. When you leave tap your card again and your account will automatically be charged. No need for a paper ticket. Just Tap & Go.
Please note for charges $200 or greater, a pin is required. Please insert your card to complete the payment. Unfortunately, 'Tap & Go' is not an option in these instances.
Fees
| At the Terminal | |
| Time | Cost |
| 0 - 20 mins | FREE |
| 21 - 40 mins | $4 |
| 41 - 60 mins | $6 |
| 61 - 80 mins | $8 |
| 81 - 100 mins | $10 |
| 101 - 120 mins | $12 |
| 2 - 5 hours | $16 |
| 5 - 12 hours | $20 |
| 12 hours to 1 day | $30 |
| Daily rate | $30 |
| 7+ Days daily rate | $28 |
| 10+ Days daily rate | $25 |
| Park & Ride | |
| Time | Cost |
| Up to 4 hours | $4 |
| Up to 12 hours | $8 |
| Up to 24 hours | $20 |
| Each additional day (or part thereof) | $10 |
