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Cheap flights from Gold Coast to South Island from $226

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 24/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OOL — CHC
15 Jan — 22 Jan1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Gold Coast to South Island

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Gold Coast (zzSKM) to South Island (zzEDG). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 10 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$392

One-way from

$255
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 22/2-27/2
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 50m total
  • Gold Coast to South Island
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 8/3
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 20m total
  • 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 10 January 2025.

Sat 22/217:50OOL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Thu 27/216:10CHC - OOL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Deal found 9/1$392
Thu 27/206:15OOL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Sat 8/313:35ZQN - OOL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 9/1$444
Fri 24/117:40OOL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/215:45CHC - OOL
Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/1$452
Thu 27/206:15OOL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/313:35ZQN - OOL
1 stop6h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/1$540
Thu 16/1018:20OOL - ZQN
1 stop16h 10mVirgin Australia
Sun 26/1014:00ZQN - OOL
1 stop7h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 8/1$618
Sat 1/218:05OOL - DUD
1 stop14h 10mJetstar
Sat 8/211:50DUD - OOL
1 stop8h 15mJetstar
Deal found 9/1$631
Fri 28/206:00OOL - CHC
1 stop14h 55mQantas Airways
Sat 15/306:00CHC - OOL
1 stop7h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/1$662
Thu 9/1010:55OOL - ZQN
2 stops22h 25mAir New Zealand
Tue 14/1013:05ZQN - OOL
1 stop6h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/1$689
Fri 29/818:45OOL - CHC
1 stop18h 40mAir New Zealand
Sun 14/905:45CHC - OOL
1 stop7h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/1$694
Sat 1/211:00OOL - DUD
1 stop18h 50mAir New Zealand
Sat 8/206:25DUD - OOL
2 stops30h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/1$694
Sat 13/920:50OOL - DUD
2 stops36h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/908:05DUD - OOL
1 stop11h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/1$850
Sun 23/206:00OOL - ZQN
1 stop12h 05mEmirates
Sun 2/307:00ZQN - OOL
1 stop15h 45mEmirates
Deal found 8/1$1,018

Find flights from Gold Coast to South Island within your budget

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 10 January 2025.

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CoolangattaChristchurch

OOL - CHC

OOLCHC

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Sat 22/2

17:50-00:05

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Thu 27/2

16:10-16:45

Nonstop3h 35m

$392

CoolangattaQueenstown

OOL - ZQN

OOLZQN

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Thu 27/2

06:15-12:35

Nonstop3h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 8/3

13:35-14:05

Nonstop3h 30m

$444

CoolangattaChristchurch

OOL - CHC

OOLCHC

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Fri 24/1

17:40-00:05

Nonstop3h 25m

Christchurch

Sat 1/2

15:45-16:30

Nonstop3h 45m

$452

CoolangattaQueenstown

OOL - ZQN

OOLZQN

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Thu 27/2

06:15-12:35

Nonstop3h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 8/3

13:35-16:45

1 stop6h 10m

$540

CoolangattaDunedin

OOL - DUD

OOLDUD

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Sat 1/2

18:05-11:15

1 stop14h 10m

Dunedin

Sat 8/2

11:50-17:05

1 stop8h 15m

$631

CoolangattaChristchurch

OOL - CHC

OOLCHC

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Fri 28/2

06:00-23:55

1 stop14h 55m

Christchurch

Sat 15/3

06:00-10:10

1 stop7h 10m

$662

CoolangattaQueenstown

OOL - ZQN

OOLZQN

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Wed 15/1

21:10-13:10

1 stop13h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 22/1

14:00-20:30

1 stop9h 30m

$668

CoolangattaDunedin

OOL - DUD

OOLDUD

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Sat 1/2

11:00-08:50

1 stop18h 50m

Dunedin

Sat 8/2

06:25-09:50

2 stops30h 25m

$694

CoolangattaQueenstown

OOL - ZQN

OOLZQN

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Sun 23/2

06:00-21:05

1 stop12h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 2/3

07:00-19:45

1 stop15h 45m

$1,018

CoolangattaChristchurch

OOL - CHC

OOLCHC

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Thu 13/2

06:00-22:10

2 stops13h 10m

Christchurch

Sat 15/2

20:10-13:55

2 stops20h 45m

$1,018

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

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Travel insights for flights from Gold Coast to South Island

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Gold Coast to South Island including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Gold Coast to South Island (average of $346). Flying from Gold Coast 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 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 10 January 2025.

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

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 10 January 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).

Rainfall in South Island by month

Plan your trip to South Island by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in South Island by month

Plan your trip to South Island by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 10 January 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand and Jetstar from Gold Coast to South Island. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,339 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,339 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,339 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
477 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,339 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
811 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,339 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
432 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,339 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
467 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,339 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Gold Coast 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 Gold Coast to South Island flight route?

    This flight path from Gold Coast to South Island was viewed by 572 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 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 $255. Users have also found prices from $297 and $449 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Gold Coast to South Island (average of $346). Flying from Gold Coast 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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