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Cheap flights from Adelaide to South Island from $420

ADL — CHC
27 Sep — 4 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Adelaide to South Island

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Cheapest flights from Adelaide to South Island

Tue 27/1018:45 -
Nonstop4h 00m
Sat 31/1016:15 -
1 stop21h 10m
Deal found 24/8$758
Thu 15/1007:15 -
1 stop7h 40m
Wed 21/1009:20 -
1 stop25h 10m
Deal found 27/8$762
Sun 11/1007:15 -
1 stop10h 15m
Sat 17/1017:45 -
1 stop16h 55m
Deal found 24/8$769
Tue 27/1018:50 -
1 stop20h 00m
Sat 31/1009:15 -
1 stop11h 30m
Deal found 24/8$782
Fri 2/1021:45 -
1 stop16h 10m
Mon 12/1009:20 -
1 stop25h 10m
Deal found 23/8$786
Sun 11/1007:15 -
1 stop10h 15m
Fri 16/1012:10 -
1 stop12h 15m
Deal found 26/8$789
Sun 20/919:45 -
1 stop25h 55m
Sun 27/917:35 -
1 stop8h 30m
Deal found 23/8$789
Tue 6/1014:20 -
1 stop7h 20m
Tue 13/1006:20 -
1 stop13h 55m
Deal found 22/8$790
Wed 7/1014:20 -
1 stop7h 20m
Wed 14/1006:20 -
1 stop7h 25m
Deal found 23/8$796
Thu 29/1012:05 -
1 stop8h 05m
Tue 3/1120:10 -
1 stop17h 15m
Deal found 23/8$797
Sat 10/1018:30 -
1 stop23h 00m
Fri 16/1012:10 -
1 stop12h 15m
Deal found 25/8$800
Mon 26/1006:15 -
1 stop11h 15m
Thu 29/1020:50 -
1 stop14h 35m
Deal found 22/8$801

Find flight deals from Adelaide to South Island

Round-trip from

$719

One-way from

$424

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$665
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 23/2-26/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 10m total
  • Adelaide to South Island
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 2/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 35m total
  • Adelaide to South Island
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($82 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($27 potential savings vs. average return price).
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AdelaideQueenstown

ADL Adelaide - ZQN Queenstown Intl

ADLZQN

Adelaide

Sun 11/10

07:15-20:00

1 stop10h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 17/10

17:45-08:10

1 stop16h 55m

$769

AdelaideQueenstown

ADL Adelaide - ZQN Queenstown Intl

ADLZQN

Adelaide

Mon 12/10

07:15-20:00

1 stop10h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 26/10

12:10-22:10

1 stop12h 30m

$772
Fastest return journey

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL Adelaide - CHC Christchurch

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Mon 1/2

12:05-22:40

1 stop8h 05m

Christchurch

Tue 9/2

15:25-17:35

Nonstop4h 40m

$787

AdelaideQueenstown

ADL Adelaide - ZQN Queenstown Intl

ADLZQN

Adelaide

Sun 11/10

07:15-20:00

1 stop10h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 16/10

12:10-21:55

1 stop12h 15m

$789

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL Adelaide - CHC Christchurch

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Thu 29/10

12:05-22:40

1 stop8h 05m

Christchurch

Tue 3/11

20:10-10:55

1 stop17h 15m

$797

AdelaideQueenstown

ADL Adelaide - ZQN Queenstown Intl

ADLZQN

Adelaide

Wed 13/1

06:15-20:00

1 stop11h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 20/1

12:10-22:10

1 stop12h 30m

$814

AdelaideQueenstown

ADL Adelaide - ZQN Queenstown Intl

ADLZQN

Adelaide

Sun 11/10

07:15-20:00

1 stop10h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 18/10

20:50-08:10

1 stop13h 50m

$817

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL Adelaide - CHC Christchurch

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Tue 23/2

11:45-23:59

1 stop9h 44m

Christchurch

Fri 23/4

06:20-19:00

1 stop15h 10m

$881

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL Adelaide - CHC Christchurch

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Thu 29/10

12:00-00:10

1 stop9h 40m

Christchurch

Tue 3/11

09:55-19:00

2 stops11h 35m

$885

AdelaideQueenstown

ADL Adelaide - ZQN Queenstown Intl

ADLZQN

Adelaide

Wed 13/1

10:10-20:00

1 stop7h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 20/1

16:30-10:55

2 stops20h 55m

$926

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Best time to book a flight from Adelaide to South Island

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Adelaide to South Island

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to South Island (average of $679). Flying from Adelaide to South Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $933). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Adelaide to South Island?

The price you pay for your flight from Adelaide to South Island may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 48 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Island

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Adelaide to South Island, such as Emirates,Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
665 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
473 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,085 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
568 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to South Island from Adelaide, you will be flying from Adelaide, which is the city’s only airport. Adelaide (ADL) is located 6.6 km from the centre of Adelaide.

  • How popular is this Adelaide to South Island flight route?

    Within the past month, 83 users have taken a look at flights from Adelaide to South Island.

  • How long is the flight from Adelaide to South Island?

    Airlines like Jetstar and Air New Zealand fly from Adelaide to South Island in about 8h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 10m. Adelaide and South Island are separated by a distance of 3053 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Adelaide to South Island one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Adelaide to South Island are Qantas Airways ($239), Jetstar ($310), and Virgin Australia ($324).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Adelaide to South Island?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Adelaide to South Island? While on average our users pay $566, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $329. The most popular route (Adelaide - Queenstown Intl), is priced around $772.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Adelaide to South Island that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Adelaide to South Island flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Adelaide to South Island?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Adelaide to South Island.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Adelaide to South Island?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Adelaide to South Island by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to South Island (average of $679). Flying from Adelaide to South Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $933). 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 5 airlines flying from Adelaide to South Island

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$328Average$655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$464Average$781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$558Average$829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$571Average$889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$705Average$850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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