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Cheap flights from Australia to South Island from $241

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 29/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CHC
5 Apr — 12 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Australia to South Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to South Island flight deals. Data was last updated 31 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$375

One-way from

$241

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$591
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 10/5-20/5
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 00m total
  • Australia to South Island
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 29/5
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 20m total
  • Australia to South Island
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($120 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($35 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Australia to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 March 2025.

Sat 10/511:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 20/508:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 29/3$375
Sun 25/514:30MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Sun 1/612:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 30/3$399
Sat 10/506:20OOL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Thu 15/512:40ZQN - OOL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Deal found 30/3$399
Sun 4/506:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Sun 11/520:40ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 30/3$436
Tue 13/523:20BNE - CHC
1 stop14h 35mJetstar
Tue 20/520:30CHC - BNE
1 stop14h 00mJetstar
Deal found 30/3$459
Tue 6/506:20SYD - CHC
1 stop7h 35mJetstar
Sat 10/516:05CHC - SYD
1 stop8h 10mJetstar
Deal found 30/3$484
Fri 16/514:30MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/508:55ZQN - MEL
2 stops10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3$497
Wed 12/1112:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 17/1106:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3$519
Tue 20/523:20BNE - ZQN
1 stop9h 00mJetstar
Tue 27/516:50ZQN - BNE
1 stop17h 40mJetstar
Deal found 30/3$522
Thu 3/411:35MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mVirgin Australia
Tue 8/418:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 30/3$537
Sun 4/518:55OOL - ZQN
1 stop11h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/512:40ZQN - OOL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3$542
Fri 23/517:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mAir New Zealand
Sun 25/506:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 30/3$543

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to South Island that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 31 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to South Island that are best for you.

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South Island

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Sat 10/5

11:05-16:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Tue 20/5

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

$375

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sun 25/5

14:30-19:40

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 1/6

12:00-13:25

Nonstop3h 25m

$399

CoolangattaQueenstown

OOL - ZQN

OOLZQN

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Sat 10/5

06:20-11:40

Nonstop3h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 15/5

12:40-14:15

Nonstop3h 35m

$399

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 4/5

06:15-11:10

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 11/5

20:40-21:55

Nonstop3h 15m

$436

BrisbaneChristchurch

BNE - CHC

BNECHC

Brisbane

Tue 13/5

23:20-15:55

1 stop14h 35m

Christchurch

Tue 20/5

20:30-08:30

1 stop14h 00m

$459

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 6/5

06:20-15:55

1 stop7h 35m

Christchurch

Sat 10/5

16:05-22:15

1 stop8h 10m

$484

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Fri 16/5

14:30-19:40

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 21/5

08:55-17:45

2 stops10h 50m

$497

BrisbaneQueenstown

BNE - ZQN

BNEZQN

Brisbane

Tue 20/5

23:20-10:20

1 stop9h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 27/5

16:50-08:30

1 stop17h 40m

$522

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Mon 5/5

11:05-16:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Mon 26/5

15:30-17:25

Nonstop3h 55m

$530

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Tue 29/7

11:35-16:45

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 5/8

18:00-19:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$542

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to South Island

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to South Island

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to South Island?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to South Island (average of $346). Flying from Australia to South Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $480). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AU to EDG?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to South Island. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 31 March 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Australia to South Island as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Australia to South Island

Explore weekly flight availability from Australia to South Island. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 31 March 2025.

The most flights from AU0 to zzEDG are scheduled on a Monday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

Rainfall in South Island by month

Plan your trip to South Island by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Island ranges from 40.0 - 60.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit South Island when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in South Island by month

Plan your trip to South Island by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Island, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing South Island

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Island. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to South Island. Reviews last updated 31 March 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Fiji Airways, Emirates and Air New Zealand from Australia to South Island. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
180 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
180 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
180 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,192 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
180 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
459 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
180 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
813 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
180 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,754 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
180 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!

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  • How popular is this Australia to South Island flight route?

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Australia to South Island one-way?

    $241 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia, with prices starting from $302 and $326, respectively.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to South Island?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to South Island (average of $346). Flying from Australia to South Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $480). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Australia to South Island

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Australia to South Island. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 31 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$226Average$778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$243Average$701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$269Average$867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$349Average$988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$351Average$1,023FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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