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Cheap flights from Darwin to South Island from $1,123

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 19/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DRW — CHC
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Darwin to South Island

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Round-trip from

$1,123
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 19/7-27/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 15m total
  • Darwin to South Island
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Cheapest flights from Darwin to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Darwin to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Sat 19/714:40DRW - ZQN
1 stop22h 30mVirgin Australia
Sun 27/716:30ZQN - DRW
1 stop10h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/2$1,123
Sat 21/606:00DRW - ZQN
2 stops25h 10mAir New Zealand
Sun 6/716:25ZQN - DRW
2 stops35h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/2$1,124
Sat 21/606:00DRW - ZQN
1 stop28h 10mQantas Airways
Sun 6/713:35ZQN - DRW
1 stop14h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/2$1,170
Fri 18/701:30DRW - ZQN
2 stops12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 27/712:00ZQN - DRW
1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,212

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Fly from

Darwin

Fly to

South Island

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DarwinQueenstown

DRW - ZQN

DRWZQN

Darwin

Sat 19/7

14:40-15:40

1 stop22h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 27/7

16:30-00:45

1 stop10h 45m

$1,123

DarwinQueenstown

DRW - ZQN

DRWZQN

Darwin

Sat 21/6

06:00-09:40

2 stops25h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 6/7

16:25-01:30

2 stops35h 35m

$1,124

DarwinQueenstown

DRW - ZQN

DRWZQN

Darwin

Sat 21/6

06:00-12:40

1 stop28h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 6/7

13:35-01:30

1 stop14h 25m

$1,170

DarwinQueenstown

DRW - ZQN

DRWZQN

Darwin

Fri 18/7

01:30-16:45

2 stops12h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 27/7

12:00-01:30

1 stop16h 00m

$1,212

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Deals found on 19/2

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Travel insights for flights from Darwin to South Island

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

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When flying from Darwin 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 21 February 2025.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
460 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
460 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
460 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
417 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
460 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Qantas Airways
7.4
Good
813 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
460 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Darwin to South Island?

    For a flight from Darwin to South Island, you will be flying from Darwin. Darwin (DRW) is just 6.4 km from the centre of the city.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to South Island (average of $346). Flying from Darwin 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 airline flying from Darwin to South Island

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,149Average$1,333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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