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$318+ Cheap flights to South Island

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.
— CHC
30 Nov — 7 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to South Island in 2025

Find the latest flights to South Island in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 31 October 2025.

Return from

$571

One-way from

$318

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$627
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 3/12-10/12
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 50m total
  • Sydney to Christchurch
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 18/11
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 55m total
  • Sydney to South Island
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($64 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($20 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available to South Island. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 31 October 2025.

Wed 10/1206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Fri 12/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 28/10$480
Mon 1/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Thu 4/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 28/10$506
Thu 11/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Mon 15/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 30/10$516
Tue 2/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Tue 9/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$531
Fri 12/1206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Fri 19/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 28/10$534
Tue 2/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Mon 8/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$536
Sun 7/1206:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Fri 12/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 28/10$554
Sun 7/1209:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/10$557
Tue 2/1215:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Wed 10/1220:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$560
Wed 3/1217:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mAir New Zealand
Wed 10/1206:10CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 29/10$571
Wed 26/1119:15SYD - CHC
1 stop24h 10mAir New Zealand
Wed 3/1207:00CHC - SYD
1 stop12h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 30/10$582
Fri 12/1218:50SYD - CHC
1 stop24h 35mAir New Zealand
Wed 17/1219:15CHC - SYD
1 stop25h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 30/10$586

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 26/2

15:00-19:55

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 5/3

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

$478

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 15/2

06:15-11:10

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 15/2

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

$507

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 7/3

15:00-19:55

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 14/3

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

$507

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/3

06:15-11:10

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 15/3

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

$539

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/3

15:00-19:55

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 3/4

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

$539

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/3

06:20-16:50

1 stop8h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 21/3

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

$557

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 27/1

06:20-16:50

1 stop8h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 31/1

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

$568

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 4/4

08:50-13:55

Nonstop3h 05m

Christchurch

Sun 12/4

17:45-19:05

Nonstop3h 20m

$571

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/2

09:15-14:15

Nonstop3h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 12/2

14:00-18:55

1 stop6h 55m

$588

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 28/11

06:15-11:10

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 2/12

13:35-22:15

1 stop10h 40m

$589

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Best time to book a flight to South Island

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Everything you need to know about your flight to South Island

How long is the flight to South Island?

On average, a flight from Sydney to South Island takes 9 hours 55 minutes. Flights to South Island from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to South Island?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to South Island. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to South Island should consider flying on Tuesday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Friday evenings, when prices are usually at their highest.

Weekly flight availability to South Island

The most flights from Sydney to South Island are scheduled on a Monday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (23 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to South Island?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to South Island are Air New Zealand, Jetstar and Virgin Australia.

Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From $331
Jetstar
Jetstar
From $223
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia
From $244
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $330

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to South Island?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to South Island are Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Emirates.

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 mm 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 31 October 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia to New Zealand. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,394 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,June 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,394 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,394 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,June 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
520 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,394 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,June 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
422 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,394 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,June 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
926 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,394 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,June 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
478 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,394 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,June 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

FAQs about flying to South Island

  • Can I find cheaper flights to South Island if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to South Island on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to South Island?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Jetstar is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to South Island.

  • How much is a return flight to South Island?

    A return flight to South Island will typically cost around $1,634, however they can be found for as little as $109.

  • Where does the fastest flight to South Island depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to South Island, Sydney Kingsford Smith offers the quickest one-way flight (2 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does Christchurch have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Christchurch can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Christchurch?

    Yes. Christchurch has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Novotel Christchurch Airport is the closest property to Christchurch (0.0 km away from Christchurch).

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