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CHC — SYD
5 Apr — 12 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Mon 23/308:20
CHC
-
CNS
Nonstop5h 35m
Jetstar
Sun 29/307:00
CNS
-
CHC
Nonstop4h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 2/3$427
Sat 2/508:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Mon 11/511:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 2/3$429
Thu 23/412:10
ZQN
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Wed 29/414:50
MEL
-
ZQN
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 3/3$434
Fri 29/508:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Tue 2/611:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 5/3$435
Thu 30/408:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Wed 6/511:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 5/3$439
Wed 1/407:55
CHC
-
CNS
Nonstop5h 45m
Jetstar
Tue 7/407:00
CNS
-
CHC
Nonstop4h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 6/3$439
Fri 8/512:10
ZQN
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Sun 10/514:50
MEL
-
ZQN
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 5/3$444
Thu 23/408:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Wed 29/411:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 3/3$445
Fri 1/508:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Fri 8/511:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 1/3$447
Fri 24/420:50
ZQN
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 15m
Jetstar
Sun 26/406:15
SYD
-
ZQN
Nonstop2h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 2/3$448
Wed 5/808:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Sun 9/811:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 4/3$449
Fri 24/420:50
ZQN
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 15m
Jetstar
Fri 1/506:15
SYD
-
ZQN
Nonstop2h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 2/3$451

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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Thu 23/4

12:10-13:35

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 29/4

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

$434

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 29/5

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

Melbourne

Fri 5/6

11:05-16:25

Nonstop3h 20m

$435

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Fri 8/5

12:10-13:35

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 10/5

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

$444
Fastest return journey

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Fri 24/4

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 26/4

06:15-11:10

Nonstop2h 55m

$448

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 24/4

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 29/4

11:05-16:25

Nonstop3h 20m

$476

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Thu 30/4

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

23:55-13:05

1 stop11h 10m

$486

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Mon 3/8

06:55-10:40

Nonstop5h 45m

Cairns

Tue 11/8

07:00-13:55

Nonstop4h 55m

$489

ChristchurchBrisbane

CHC - BNE

CHCBNE

Christchurch

Fri 21/8

09:40-19:15

1 stop11h 35m

Brisbane

Fri 28/8

23:55-13:05

1 stop11h 10m

$499

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Tue 1/9

17:40-21:55

1 stop6h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 7/9

08:30-13:30

Nonstop3h 00m

$560

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Sun 10/5

06:30-08:10

Nonstop3h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 16/5

09:10-14:20

Nonstop3h 10m

$573

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Travel insights for flights from South Island

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island (average of $191). Flying from South Island in August will prove the most costly (average of $317). 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 Sydney. Price data was last updated on 21 February 2026.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from South Island would be wise to consider leaving during Monday evenings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Saturday mornings 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: Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Emirates, Qantas Airways. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Sydney.

Jetstar
Jetstar
From $56
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From $61
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $346
Emirates
Emirates
From $234

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, andQantas Airways 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
3,539 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,539 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,539 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
607 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,539 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,002 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,539 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
527 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,539 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

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

    Currently, the cheapest month for flights from South Island is June. The most expensive month for flights is August. 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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