How popular is this Adelaide to South Island flight route?

Within the past month, 77 users have taken a look at flights from Adelaide to South Island.

How long is the flight from Adelaide to South Island?

Airlines like Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand, and Jetstar fly from Adelaide to South Island in about 8h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 15m. 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 ($308), Jetstar ($312), and Virgin Australia ($327).

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 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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Cheapest in	May
Average price	$828

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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 $713). Flying from Adelaide to South Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $978). 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 87 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.

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8.1

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Jodie,Aug 2026

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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.

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Air New Zealand

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Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Virgin Australia

7.6

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Emirates

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6.0

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Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Qantas Airways

7.5

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Jodie,Aug 2026

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Jetstar

6.5

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569 reviews

Emirates

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Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

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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, 77 users have taken a look at flights from Adelaide to South Island.
How long is the flight from Adelaide to South Island?
Airlines like Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand, and Jetstar fly from Adelaide to South Island in about 8h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 15m. 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 ($308), Jetstar ($312), and Virgin Australia ($327).
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 $713). Flying from Adelaide to South Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $978). 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$351	Average$671	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Jetstar flights
Emirates	Cheapest$445	Average$858	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$468	Average$795	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$562	Average$831	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$585	Average$917	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights

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