Which airlines fly the ATR 42/72 from CHC to ZQN?

See the operators list on this page — it is compiled from open ADS-B observed-flights data updated nightly. Operators with the most recent observations are listed first.

How often is the ATR 42/72 used on the CHC to ZQN route?

Observed model variants and date ranges are listed below. Aircraft assignments can change seasonally; data refreshes nightly.

What is the typical schedule for ATR 42/72 flights from Christchurch to Queenstown International?

Schedules vary by operator. For live schedules and fares, search by aircraft on the FlightFinder home page.

Where does this data come from?

Operator and aircraft observations come from the adsb.lol open ADS-B network under the Open Database License. Data refreshes nightly.

Christchurch to Queenstown International on the ATR 42/72

CHC → ZQN · operated by the ATR 42/72

Distance: 347 km (216 mi)
Est. flight time: ~0h 44m
Operators on ATR 42/72: 1
Observations (14 days): 1

Airlines operating the ATR 42/72 on CHC → ZQN

Airline	Observations	First seen	Last seen
Air New Zealand	1	2026-05-21	2026-05-21

About the ATR 42/72 on this route

The ATR 42/72 is used by 1 operator on Christchurch → Queenstown International.

For specifications, safety record, and global deployment data, see the ATR 42/72 family page or the ATR 42/72 safety record.

Other aircraft on the CHC–ZQN route

Airbus A320 (all variants) — 1 observation

Airport details

Departure: Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

City: Christchurch
Country: New Zealand
IATA / ICAO: CHC / NZCH

Arrival: Queenstown International Airport (ZQN)

City: Queenstown International
Country: New Zealand
IATA / ICAO: ZQN / NZQN

Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly the ATR 42/72 on the CHC-ZQN route?

Airlines observed operating the ATR 42/72 on CHC to ZQN include: Air New Zealand.

How often does the ATR 42/72 fly CHC-ZQN?

The ATR 42/72 was observed 1 time on the CHC–ZQN route in the last 14 days across 1 operator.

What's the distance from Christchurch to Queenstown International?

The great-circle distance from Christchurch (CHC) to Queenstown International (ZQN) is approximately 347 km (216 miles). Estimated flight time is ~0h 44m.

What other aircraft fly the CHC-ZQN route?

Other aircraft observed on CHC–ZQN include: Airbus A320 (all variants).

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