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Cheap flights from Australia to South Island from $239

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 15/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CHC
16 juil. — 23 juil.1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Australia to South Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to South Island flight deals. Data was last updated 11 juillet 2025.

Round-trip from

$416

One-way from

$239

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$625
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 19/8-20/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 55m total
  • Australia to South Island
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/11
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 20m total
  • Australia to South Island
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($96 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($30 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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Cheapest flights from Australia to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 juillet 2025.

mar. 19/818:25MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
mer. 20/819:40CHC - MEL
1 stop14h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/7$416
mer. 15/1006:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
sam. 18/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 9/7$422
ven. 15/811:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
lun. 15/908:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 10/7$424
lun. 8/918:25MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
ven. 12/908:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/7$448
mar. 9/911:35MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mVirgin Australia
mar. 16/918:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/7$457
lun. 8/919:35BNE - CHC
2 stops14h 45mAir New Zealand
lun. 15/906:05CHC - BNE
Nonstop4h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/7$477
lun. 4/819:05OOL - ZQN
1 stop13h 05mJetstar
jeu. 7/812:40ZQN - OOL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Deal found 10/7$477
lun. 25/823:20BNE - CHC
1 stop14h 35mJetstar
lun. 1/917:50CHC - BNE
1 stop16h 40mJetstar
Deal found 11/7$478
dim. 24/807:20SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mVirgin Australia
jeu. 28/814:25ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/7$491
dim. 17/814:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
mer. 3/912:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 10/7$495
lun. 25/809:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mAir New Zealand
ven. 29/815:25ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/7$498
jeu. 9/1018:40MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
jeu. 16/1006:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/7$500

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to South Island that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 11 juillet 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to South Island that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

mar. 19/8

18:25-23:50

Nonstop3h 25m

Christchurch

mer. 20/8

19:40-08:10

1 stop14h 30m

$416

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

ven. 15/8

11:05-16:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

lun. 15/9

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

$424

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mar. 7/10

15:00-19:55

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

ven. 17/10

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

$442

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

lun. 8/9

18:25-23:50

Nonstop3h 25m

Christchurch

ven. 12/9

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

$448

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

mar. 9/9

11:35-16:45

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

mar. 16/9

18:00-19:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$457

BrisbaneChristchurch

BNE - CHC

BNECHC

Brisbane

lun. 8/9

19:35-12:20

2 stops14h 45m

Christchurch

lun. 15/9

06:05-08:05

Nonstop4h 00m

$477

CoolangattaQueenstown

OOL - ZQN

OOLZQN

Coolangatta Gold Coast

lun. 4/8

19:05-10:10

1 stop13h 05m

Queenstown Intl

jeu. 7/8

12:40-14:15

Nonstop3h 35m

$477

BrisbaneChristchurch

BNE - CHC

BNECHC

Brisbane

lun. 25/8

23:20-15:55

1 stop14h 35m

Christchurch

lun. 1/9

17:50-08:30

1 stop16h 40m

$478

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

dim. 24/8

07:20-12:20

Nonstop3h 00m

Queenstown Intl

jeu. 28/8

14:25-15:45

Nonstop3h 20m

$491

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

dim. 17/8

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

mer. 3/9

12:10-13:35

Nonstop3h 25m

$495

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to South Island

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to South Island (average of $346). Flying from Australia to South Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $480). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to South Island. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 11 juillet 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Australia to South Island as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Australia to South Island

Explore weekly flight availability from Australia to South Island. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 11 juillet 2025.

The most flights from AU0 to zzEDG are scheduled on a Wednesday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (24 on average).

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 11 juillet 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Australia to 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
3,285 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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
3,285 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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
494 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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
876 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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
7.5
Good
408 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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
456 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to South Island. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    This flight path from Australia to South Island was viewed by 4,675 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    $239 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia, with prices starting from $254 and $274, respectively.

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia 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 Australia to South Island?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to South Island (average of $346). Flying from Australia to South Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $480). 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 Australia to South Island

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Australia to South Island. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 11 juillet 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$215Average$755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$229Average$668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$262Average$816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$318Average$982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$323Average$953FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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