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 Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar fly from Adelaide to South Island in about 5h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 40m. Adelaide and South Island are separated by a distance of 2784 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 ($240), Jetstar ($311), and Virgin Australia ($325).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Island ranges from 40.0 - 60.0 inches 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.

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).

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 $567, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $329. The most popular route (Adelaide - Christchurch), is priced around $753.

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

The most popular airlines flying from Adelaide to South Island are Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ADL to EDG?

When flying from Adelaide to South Island, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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.

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.

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Deal found 18/8$680

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Deal found 21/8$768

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Deal found 19/8$789

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Round-trip from	$558
One-way from	$396
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	August
Average price	$666

Air New Zealand
3/11-15/11
1 total stop
22h 40m total
Adelaide to South Island

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Jetstar
12/1
1 total stop
11h 25m 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 ($26 potential savings vs. average return price).

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ADL Adelaide - CHC Christchurch

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Adelaide

Thu 29/10

12:05-22:40

1 stop8h 05m

Christchurch

Tue 3/11

20:10-10:55

1 stop17h 15m

$606

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Adelaide

Mon 1/2

19:45-17:30

2 stops19h 15m

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20:10-10:55

1 stop17h 15m

$763

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ADL Adelaide - ZQN Queenstown Intl

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Adelaide

Sun 13/9

08:40-16:45

1 stop5h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 17/9

14:25-19:25

1 stop7h 30m

$789

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Adelaide

Mon 12/10

07:15-20:00

1 stop10h 15m

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Mon 19/10

17:45-08:10

1 stop16h 55m

$817

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Adelaide

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14:15-00:10

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06:05-13:30

1 stop9h 55m

$838

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Adelaide

Mon 1/2

08:45-22:20

1 stop11h 05m

Christchurch

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06:00-16:35

1 stop13h 05m

$842

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Adelaide

Mon 9/11

06:15-20:00

1 stop11h 15m

Queenstown Intl

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12:10-22:10

1 stop12h 30m

$845

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ADL Adelaide - CHC Christchurch

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Adelaide

Fri 30/10

12:00-00:10

1 stop9h 40m

Christchurch

Sun 8/11

06:15-19:00

2 stops15h 15m

$860

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ADL Adelaide - ZQN Queenstown Intl

ADLZQN

Adelaide

Sun 31/1

06:10-16:40

1 stop8h 00m

Queenstown Intl

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14:00-16:10

1 stop28h 40m

$895

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Adelaide

Mon 9/11

18:50-10:05

2 stops12h 45m

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16:30-15:45

2 stops25h 45m

$986

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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 $680). Flying from Adelaide to South Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $935). 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

3,657 reviews

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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

3,657 reviews

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Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

663 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,657 reviews

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6.0

Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Virgin Australia

7.6

Good

472 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,657 reviews

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6.0

Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

1,085 reviews

Emirates

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3,657 reviews

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6.0

Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Jetstar

6.5

Okay

568 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,657 reviews

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6.0

Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

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 Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar fly from Adelaide to South Island in about 5h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 40m. Adelaide and South Island are separated by a distance of 2784 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 ($240), Jetstar ($311), and Virgin Australia ($325).
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 $567, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $329. The most popular route (Adelaide - Christchurch), is priced around $753.
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 $680). Flying from Adelaide to South Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $935). 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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Jetstar	Cheapest$329	Average$656	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Jetstar flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$465	Average$782	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$559	Average$831	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$573	Average$891	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
Emirates	Cheapest$707	Average$852	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights

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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.

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