Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 47 days in advance to save up to 15% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 47 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Australia to South Island 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $508, or $517 for flights within the next 24 hours.
May can be a great time to fly to South Island from Australia with a flight ticket averaging about $437. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of May for as cheap as $294. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.
Yes, there are multiple flights from Australia to South Island for under $394. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $317, but on average you can expect to pay $395.
Due to the rapidly changing circumstances due to COVID-19, airlines like Air New Zealand, Jetstar, and Virgin Australia flying from Australia to Christchurch have implemented new flexible cancellation policies.
Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Australia to South Island under $394. A good price for a direct flight from Australia to South Island is less than $425.
There are currently 20+ open flights from Australia to South Island within the next 7 days for less than $656.
You can find direct flights on the following days: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.
Within the past month, 7,066 users have taken a look at flights from Australia to Christchurch.
The most popular airlines flying from Australia to Christchurch are Emirates, Jetstar and Air New Zealand. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.
The most popular flight routes from Australia to Christchurch are Sydney Kingsford Smith - Christchurch, Melbourne - Christchurch and Brisbane - Christchurch.
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $159. While the most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Christchurch) can be booked for $454 on average our data indicates $908 when flying from Australia to Christchurch
Departing from Australia to South Island will take you 3h 05m. All flights are typically direct.
Currently priced at $318, Jetstar will fly you from Australia to South Island and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip.
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Jetstar, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $220. Air New Zealand flights start at $298 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $319 one-way.
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$139 | $357 | No cancel fee | 74% |
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$216 | $403 | No cancel fee | 80% |
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$198 | $414 | No cancel fee | 78% |
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$171 | $442 | No cancel fee | 75% |
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$165 | $448 | No cancel fee | 74% |
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