Cheap flights from Gold Coast to South Island from $219

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 21/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OOL — CHC
20 Jan — 27 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Gold Coast to South Island

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Cheapest flights from Gold Coast to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gold Coast to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 December 2025.

Wed 24/1217:40OOL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Sun 28/1216:10CHC - OOL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Deal found 19/12$600
Thu 25/1217:40OOL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Fri 26/1216:10CHC - OOL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Deal found 19/12$658
Fri 26/1217:40OOL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Sun 28/1216:10CHC - OOL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Deal found 19/12$685
Tue 23/1217:40OOL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Fri 26/1216:10CHC - OOL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Deal found 19/12$708
Wed 24/1217:40OOL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Fri 26/1216:10CHC - OOL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Deal found 19/12$720
Thu 25/1206:15OOL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Sat 27/1213:35ZQN - OOL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 19/12$732
Sun 21/1206:00OOL - ZQN
1 stop11h 00mJetstar
Tue 30/1213:35ZQN - OOL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 19/12$744
Thu 25/1217:40OOL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Tue 30/1216:10CHC - OOL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Deal found 19/12$765
Thu 25/1206:15OOL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Tue 30/1213:35ZQN - OOL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 19/12$806
Tue 23/1217:40OOL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Tue 30/1216:10CHC - OOL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Deal found 19/12$813
Fri 26/1217:40OOL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Sat 27/1216:10CHC - OOL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Deal found 19/12$815
Thu 25/1206:15OOL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Mon 29/1213:35ZQN - OOL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 19/12$818

Find flight deals from Gold Coast to South Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Gold Coast to South Island flight deals. Data was last updated 21 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$328

One-way from

$219

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$549
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 17/1-31/1
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 00m total
  • Gold Coast to South Island
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 21/2
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 25m total
  • Gold Coast to South Island
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($65 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Gold Coast 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 21 December 2025.
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CoolangattaDunedin

OOL - DUD

OOLDUD

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Sat 17/1

09:25-15:45

Nonstop3h 20m

Dunedin

Sat 31/1

16:45-17:25

Nonstop3h 40m

$328

CoolangattaChristchurch

OOL - CHC

OOLCHC

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Sat 17/1

17:40-00:05

Nonstop3h 25m

Christchurch

Sat 31/1

16:10-16:45

Nonstop3h 35m

$370

CoolangattaQueenstown

OOL - ZQN

OOLZQN

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Thu 15/1

06:15-12:35

Nonstop3h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 29/1

13:35-14:05

Nonstop3h 30m

$408

CoolangattaQueenstown

OOL - ZQN

OOLZQN

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Tue 3/2

06:15-12:35

Nonstop3h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 10/2

13:35-14:05

Nonstop3h 30m

$408

CoolangattaDunedin

OOL - DUD

OOLDUD

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Thu 15/1

09:25-15:45

Nonstop3h 20m

Dunedin

Thu 29/1

16:45-17:25

Nonstop3h 40m

$428

CoolangattaChristchurch

OOL - CHC

OOLCHC

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Mon 2/2

17:40-00:05

Nonstop3h 25m

Christchurch

Mon 9/2

16:10-16:45

Nonstop3h 35m

$429

CoolangattaQueenstown

OOL - ZQN

OOLZQN

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Thu 22/1

06:15-12:35

Nonstop3h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 27/1

13:35-14:05

Nonstop3h 30m

$458

CoolangattaChristchurch

OOL - CHC

OOLCHC

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Mon 19/1

17:40-00:05

Nonstop3h 25m

Christchurch

Thu 29/1

16:10-16:45

Nonstop3h 35m

$460

CoolangattaChristchurch

OOL - CHC

OOLCHC

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Mon 19/1

17:40-00:05

Nonstop3h 25m

Christchurch

Mon 2/2

16:10-16:45

Nonstop3h 35m

$469

CoolangattaDunedin

OOL - DUD

OOLDUD

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Thu 2/4

08:45-15:05

Nonstop3h 20m

Dunedin

Thu 16/4

15:05-16:45

Nonstop3h 40m

$469

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 19/12

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Best time to book a flight from Gold Coast to South Island

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Gold Coast to South Island

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Gold Coast to South Island (average of $160). Flying from Gold Coast to South Island in January is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 SKM to EDG?

Find hourly flight availability from Gold Coast 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 21 December 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Gold Coast to South Island is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 18% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Gold Coast to South Island

Explore weekly flight availability from Gold Coast 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 21 December 2025.

The most flights from zzSKM to zzEDG are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 21 December 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, andQantas Airways from Gold Coast to South Island to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Gold Coast to South Island flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Gold Coast to South Island?

    There are many flights that can get you from Gold Coast to South Island in 3h 20m. Fly via Jetstar to get the fastest option. The distance from Gold Coast to South Island is about 2456 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $189. Users have also found prices from $305 and $329 on Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gold Coast 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 Gold Coast to South Island?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Gold Coast to South Island (average of $160). Flying from Gold Coast to South Island in January is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 4 airlines flying from Gold Coast to South Island

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Gold Coast 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 21 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$286Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$291Average$675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$324Average$995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$329Average$717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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