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Cheap flights from Cairns to South Island from $303

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 1/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — CHC
20 Nov — 27 Nov1
1 adult

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns 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 732,627 searches. Data last updated 15 November 2024.

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CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Sun 8/12

09:45-00:20

1 stop11h 35m

Christchurch

Sun 15/12

08:30-15:05

1 stop9h 35m

$716

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Sat 1/3

14:40-16:40

1 stop23h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 9/3

15:05-10:10

1 stop22h 05m

$855

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Sat 7/12

06:00-16:40

1 stop7h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 13/12

10:30-09:05

2 stops25h 35m

$873

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Fri 28/2

06:40-19:35

1 stop9h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 9/3

12:20-17:35

1 stop8h 15m

$930

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Fri 28/2

12:35-09:05

2 stops17h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 8/3

07:00-16:50

1 stop12h 50m

$1,306

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Tue 1/4

22:55-06:50

Nonstop4h 55m

$303

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Wed 25/12

19:55-13:10

1 stop14h 15m

$425

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Wed 5/2

06:40-19:35

1 stop9h 55m

$441

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Sun 15/12

06:40-19:00

2 stops33h 20m

$495

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Thu 17/4

06:00-00:45

1 stop16h 45m

$541

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Cheap flight deals from Cairns to South Island

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to South Island (zzEDG). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 November 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Cairns to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 November 2024.

Sun 8/1209:45CNS - CHC
1 stop11h 35mJetstar
Sun 15/1208:30CHC - CNS
1 stop9h 35mJetstar
Deal found 14/11$716
Sat 7/1206:00CNS - ZQN
1 stop7h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 13/1210:30ZQN - CNS
2 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/11$873
Sat 7/1206:40CNS - ZQN
1 stop9h 55mJetstar
Fri 13/1220:35ZQN - CNS
1 stop14h 55mJetstar
Deal found 14/11$947
Mon 2/1206:00CNS - ZQN
1 stop7h 40mVirgin Australia
Sun 8/1217:30ZQN - CNS
1 stop8h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 14/11$1,062
Fri 22/1106:00CNS - CHC
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 29/1106:45CHC - CNS
2 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11$1,090
Fri 22/1106:00CNS - CHC
1 stop14h 55mQantas Airways
Fri 29/1106:20CHC - CNS
1 stop11h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/11$1,139

Best time to book a flight from Cairns to South Island

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Island from Cairns with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Cairns to South Island

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Cairns to South Island including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to South Island (average of $343). Flying from Cairns to South Island in October is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 CNS to EDG?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns 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 15 November 2024.

When flying from Cairns to South Island, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 15 November 2024.
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

the flight was perfect beside the fact that w didnt get Kosher mealls

8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

the flight was perfect beside the fact that w didnt get Kosher mealls

8.1
Very Good
528 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

the flight was perfect beside the fact that w didnt get Kosher mealls

7.6
Good
825 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

the flight was perfect beside the fact that w didnt get Kosher mealls

7.6
Good
490 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

the flight was perfect beside the fact that w didnt get Kosher mealls

6.7
Okay
512 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

the flight was perfect beside the fact that w didnt get Kosher mealls

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cairns to South Island. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cairns to South Island?

    Most people fly from Cairns (CNS) if they book a flight from Cairns to South Island. Cairns is conveniently located just 4.4 km from Cairns’s city centre.

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

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Jetstar, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $303. Virgin Australia flights start at $425 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $577 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to South Island?

    On average you can expect to pay $478 for a flight from Cairns to South Island. The cheapest flight overall is $322 while the most popular route, (Cairns - Christchurch) is currently priced at $716.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to South Island that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cairns to South Island flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cairns to South Island?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cairns to South Island.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cairns to South Island?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to South Island by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to South Island (average of $343). Flying from Cairns to South Island in October is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 3 airlines flying from Cairns to South Island

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Cairns 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 732,627 searches. Data last updated 15 November 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$487Average$792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$661Average$858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$981Average$1,063FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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