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$118+ Cheap flights from South Island

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CHC — SYD
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 27 November 2025.

Tue 19/508:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sun 24/511:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 25/11$470
Thu 5/320:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 17/315:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 26/11$494
Tue 19/507:05CHC - MEL
2 stops12h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 24/511:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$503
Sat 28/206:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Sat 28/318:50MEL - CHC
1 stop11h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/11$509
Sat 9/506:00CHC - BNE
Nonstop4h 05mAir New Zealand
Sat 16/519:10BNE - CHC
Nonstop3h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/11$526
Thu 7/506:00CHC - BNE
Nonstop4h 05mAir New Zealand
Thu 14/519:10BNE - CHC
Nonstop3h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/11$534
Mon 27/417:40ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/512:10MEL - ZQN
2 stops20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11$541
Tue 20/120:10CHC - SYD
1 stop14h 35mAir New Zealand
Tue 3/207:45SYD - CHC
1 stop6h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/11$543
Mon 19/119:45CHC - SYD
1 stop28h 00mAir New Zealand
Mon 26/107:45SYD - CHC
1 stop22h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/11$547
Fri 1/517:40ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 15/512:05MEL - ZQN
2 stops20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$547
Fri 1/517:40ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 17/514:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$549
Mon 26/109:50CHC - BNE
1 stop24h 10mAir New Zealand
Thu 29/118:10BNE - CHC
Nonstop3h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 25/11$549

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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 27 November 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches

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Sydney

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sat 28/2

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Sat 28/3

18:50-08:05

1 stop11h 15m

$509

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Tue 19/5

20:35-08:10

1 stop13h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 24/5

11:05-16:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$521

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Mon 27/4

17:40-19:10

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

12:10-10:40

2 stops20h 30m

$541

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Tue 20/1

20:10-08:45

1 stop14h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 24/1

19:15-10:25

1 stop13h 10m

$543

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Mon 19/1

19:45-21:45

1 stop28h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 26/1

07:45-08:05

1 stop22h 20m

$547

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Mon 23/3

17:00-21:45

1 stop6h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 26/3

17:55-23:05

Nonstop3h 10m

$550

ChristchurchBrisbane

CHC - BNE

CHCBNE

Christchurch

Tue 20/1

20:10-07:00

1 stop13h 50m

Brisbane

Tue 27/1

18:10-00:40

Nonstop3h 30m

$554

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Thu 5/3

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/3

06:20-16:50

1 stop8h 30m

$558

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Fri 8/5

16:30-18:25

Nonstop3h 55m

Brisbane

Tue 26/5

10:10-15:40

Nonstop3h 30m

$558

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Thu 26/3

17:00-21:45

1 stop6h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 31/3

18:10-23:20

Nonstop3h 10m

$560

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island (average of $201). Flying from South Island in December will prove the most costly (average of $378). 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 16 December 2024.

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, Qantas Airways, Jetstar, Emirates, Virgin Australia. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Sydney.

Jetstar
Jetstar
From $70
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From $124
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $424
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia
From $260

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
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
537 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
425 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
944 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
486 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

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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 27 November 2025.

  • Which is the cheapest airport to catch a flight from South Island?

    The cheapest routes to Brisbane can be found at Singapore Changi airport from $12. While Seoul Gimpo Intl airport is usually cheaper if your destination is Jeju City with prices starting at $26. Reference our flight search to find the best deals in real time.

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

    Currently, the cheapest month for flights from South Island is April. The most expensive month for flights is December. 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?

    View the cheapest flight destinations from South Island:
    Fly from Singapore to Perth from $12 round trip
    Fly from Seoul to Jeju City from $26 round trip
    Fly from Madrid to London from $51 round trip
    Fly from London to Málaga from $58 round trip
    Fly from Sydney to Melbourne from $62 round trip

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