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Cheap flights from Cairns to South Island from $365

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 15/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — CHC
23 Dec — 30 Dec1
1 adult

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 18 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$690

One-way from

$365
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 24/1-30/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 30m total
  • Cairns to South Island
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 35m total
  • Cairns to South Island
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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 18 December 2024.

Tue 24/1206:00CNS - ZQN
1 stop7h 40mVirgin Australia
Sat 28/1212:05ZQN - CNS
1 stop29h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/12$912
Tue 24/1215:50CNS - ZQN
1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 28/1214:00ZQN - CNS
2 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$1,177
Sat 21/1218:45CNS - CHC
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/106:10CHC - CNS
1 stop19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12$1,484
Wed 25/1206:00CNS - ZQN
2 stops12h 05mQantas Airways
Wed 1/110:30ZQN - CNS
2 stops15h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/12$1,917
Sat 21/1214:30CNS - CHC
1 stop30h 45mQantas Airways
Sun 5/106:05CHC - CNS
2 stops16h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/12$2,227
Wed 25/1206:00CNS - ZQN
2 stops24h 40mAir New Zealand
Wed 1/107:00ZQN - CNS
3 stops18h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/12$2,484

Find flights from Cairns to South Island within your budget

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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

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CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Fri 24/1

12:30-00:05

1 stop8h 35m

Christchurch

Thu 30/1

16:10-09:05

1 stop19h 55m

$690

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Fri 17/1

06:00-16:40

1 stop7h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 20/1

17:30-23:15

1 stop8h 45m

$761

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Thu 16/1

06:00-00:40

1 stop15h 40m

Christchurch

Sun 26/1

20:10-12:00

2 stops18h 50m

$904

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Thu 16/1

06:00-22:55

2 stops13h 55m

Christchurch

Sun 26/1

20:30-22:30

2 stops29h 00m

$1,205

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Tue 7/1

15:50-11:20

2 stops16h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 14/1

12:45-08:15

3 stops22h 30m

$1,413

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Sat 21/12

14:30-00:15

1 stop30h 45m

Christchurch

Sun 5/1

06:05-19:55

2 stops16h 50m

$2,227

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Wed 15/1

12:30-00:05

1 stop8h 35m

$365

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Mon 13/1

19:55-13:10

1 stop14h 15m

$443

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Sun 12/1

06:40-19:35

1 stop9h 55m

$474

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Wed 12/3

18:20-14:10

1 stop16h 50m

$488

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Best time to book a flight from Cairns to South Island

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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 $346). Flying from Cairns 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 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 18 December 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 18 December 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia from Cairns to South Island have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
496 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
496 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
496 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
460 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
496 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
808 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
496 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
485 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
496 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

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?

    Flights from Cairns to South Island have been viewed 22 times in the past calendar month.

  • 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 $365. Virgin Australia flights start at $443 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $662 one-way.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $475 for a flight from Cairns to South Island. The cheapest flight overall is $328 while the most popular route, (Cairns - Queenstown Intl) is currently priced at $761.

  • 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 $346). Flying from Cairns 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 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 18 December 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$496Average$716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$673Average$875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,000Average$1,101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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