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$118+ Cheap flights from South Island

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CHC — MEL
27 Jan — 3 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Island. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 28 December 2025.

Tue 17/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 24/215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 26/12$429
Fri 13/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sun 22/206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 25/12$446
Sun 15/206:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 24/212:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/12$475
Mon 16/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 24/215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 26/12$476
Mon 9/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sun 15/306:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 26/12$478
Wed 1/412:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Sun 12/414:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 26/12$496
Sat 7/209:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Mon 23/212:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 27/12$497
Wed 11/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 18/206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 27/12$507
Mon 30/312:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Sun 5/414:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 26/12$510
Tue 10/220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 17/215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 27/12$519
Tue 10/216:00CHC - SYD
1 stop7h 45mAir New Zealand
Tue 17/219:15SYD - CHC
1 stop10h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 27/12$545
Tue 10/209:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Tue 17/223:55MEL - CHC
1 stop7h 55mJetstar
Deal found 27/12$545

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Find flights departing from South Island that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 28 December 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches

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Depart

Return

Price

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Fri 13/2

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 22/2

06:15-11:10

Nonstop2h 55m

$446

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Tue 17/2

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 24/2

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$491

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Thu 9/4

06:10-08:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 23/4

11:05-16:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$498

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Wed 11/2

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/2

06:15-11:10

Nonstop2h 55m

$507

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Mon 30/3

12:10-13:35

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 5/4

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

$510

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Tue 10/2

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/2

15:00-19:55

Nonstop2h 55m

$519

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Thu 12/3

16:20-22:50

1 stop8h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 19/3

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$536

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Tue 14/4

06:10-08:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 23/4

11:05-16:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$542

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Tue 17/2

13:35-21:10

1 stop9h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/2

15:00-19:55

Nonstop2h 55m

$542

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Tue 10/2

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/2

19:15-21:15

1 stop24h 00m

$545

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Best time to book a flight from South Island

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Travel insights for flights from South Island

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island (average of $176). Flying from South Island in November will prove the most costly (average of $259). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the cheapest time to fly from South Island?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Island to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 27 December 2025.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from South Island would be wise to consider leaving during Thursday mornings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Monday at midday when fares are usually the most expensive.

Which airlines fly from South Island?

When flying from South Island check dates and pricing for the following: Jetstar, Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Emirates, Virgin Australia. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Melbourne.

Jetstar
Jetstar
From $77
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From $120
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $429
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia
From $252

Airline reviews for flights from South Island

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from 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 airline for your flight from South Island. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia from South Island have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,445 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,445 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,445 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
561 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,445 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
430 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,445 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
957 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,445 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
495 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,445 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from South Island. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 28 December 2025.

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  • What is the cheapest month to fly from South Island?

    Currently, the cheapest month for flights from South Island is August. The most expensive month for flights is November. The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from South Island?

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