Choose the right option for your visit

I’m stopping briefly (under 20 minutes)

Free 20-minute parking in the first five rows of the car park, ideal for quick pick-ups and drop-offs.

I want to park at the terminal

Terminal parking is located directly in front of the terminal for short stays or multi-day parking. The first 20 minutes is free.

I want the best value for multi-day parking

Park & Ride offers lower daily rates with a free return shuttle.

I need EV charging

EV charging is available in the terminal car park while you park.

Parking Options at a glance

Use the comparison below to quickly choose the best Queenstown Airport parking option based on how long you are staying and how close you want to be to the terminal.

Pick-up and Drop-off zone

  • Best for: quick drop-offs and pick-ups with no waiting
  • Location: directly outside the terminal

Important: this zone is no parking and no waiting, and is for private pick-ups and drop-offs only.

PICK-UP & DROP-OFF

P20 Express Parking

  • Best for: pick-up and drop-off when you need a few minutes inside
  • Location: terminal car park, closest bays to the terminal
  • Cost: first 20 minutes free, ticket validation not required if under 20 minutes (barrier opens via licence plate recognition).
P20 EXPRESS PARKING

Terminal Short & Long Stay parking

  • Best for: closest parking to the terminal for short stays or multi-day stays
  • Location: directly in front of the terminal, within walking distance of the terminal entrance
  • Cost: from $30 per day (see full rates below).
TERMINAL PARKING

Park & Ride

  • Best for: value parking for short, medium, or long stays.
  • Location: Brookes Road.
  • Cost: $20 up to 24 hours, then $10 per additional day.
  • Shuttle: free return shuttle, departs every 40 minutes and covers early and late flights.
PARK & RIDE

EV charging

  • Best for: topping up while you park in the terminal car park.
  • Location: directly in front of the terminal, within walking distance of the terminal entrance.
  • What’s available: six Tesla Destination Charging stations, compatible with Type 2 ports or adapters.
  • Speed: adds up to 100km range per hour of charge (vehicle dependent).
  • Cost: charging is free, standard parking rates apply.
EV CHARGING