Cheap flights from Sunshine Coast to South Island from $360

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 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCY — CHC
11 Oct — 18 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from Sunshine Coast to South Island

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

Round-trip from

$466

One-way from

$360

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$830
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 14/10-16/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 10m total
  • Sunshine Coast to South Island
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 30m total
  • Sunshine Coast to South Island
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($188 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($48 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

Find flight deals from Sunshine Coast to South Island

Cheapest flights from Sunshine Coast to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sunshine Coast to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 September 2025.

Tue 14/1008:10MCY - CHC
1 stop11h 05mJetstar
Thu 16/1018:50CHC - MCY
1 stop15h 05mJetstar
Deal found 9/9$466
Thu 9/1019:00MCY - CHC
1 stop19h 20mJetstar
Mon 20/1018:50CHC - MCY
1 stop15h 05mJetstar
Deal found 7/9$576
Sat 25/1019:25MCY - ZQN
1 stop12h 45mJetstar
Sat 1/1117:30ZQN - MCY
1 stop16h 45mJetstar
Deal found 10/9$601
Fri 24/1008:10MCY - ZQN
1 stop29h 00mJetstar
Fri 31/1020:50ZQN - MCY
1 stop20h 05mJetstar
Deal found 8/9$693
Sat 25/1011:15MCY - CHC
1 stop9h 44mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/1116:20CHC - MCY
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$861
Sat 1/1106:00MCY - CHC
2 stops23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 29/1114:00CHC - MCY
1 stop20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$873
Sat 25/1019:25MCY - ZQN
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/1114:35ZQN - MCY
3 stops20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9$899
Thu 9/1007:20MCY - CHC
2 stops11h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/1015:05CHC - MCY
2 stops18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/9$953
Fri 24/1007:20MCY - ZQN
2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/1017:30ZQN - MCY
2 stops23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/9$1,048
Tue 14/1006:30MCY - CHC
2 stops14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 16/1012:55CHC - MCY
2 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$1,065
Sat 4/1020:25MCY - ZQN
1 stop11h 45mJetstar
Mon 6/1016:50ZQN - MCY
1 stop17h 05mJetstar
Deal found 11/9$1,190
Mon 3/1111:15MCY - CHC
1 stop9h 40mQantas Airways
Sun 9/1116:35CHC - MCY
1 stop6h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/9$1,308

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South Island

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MaroochydoreChristchurch

MCY - CHC

MCYCHC

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Tue 14/10

08:10-22:15

1 stop11h 05m

Christchurch

Thu 16/10

18:50-06:55

1 stop15h 05m

$466

MaroochydoreChristchurch

MCY - CHC

MCYCHC

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Thu 9/10

19:00-17:20

1 stop19h 20m

Christchurch

Mon 20/10

18:50-06:55

1 stop15h 05m

$576

MaroochydoreQueenstown

MCY - ZQN

MCYZQN

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 25/10

19:25-11:10

1 stop12h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 1/11

17:30-07:15

1 stop16h 45m

$601

MaroochydoreQueenstown

MCY - ZQN

MCYZQN

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Fri 24/10

08:10-16:10

1 stop29h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 31/10

20:50-13:55

1 stop20h 05m

$693

MaroochydoreChristchurch

MCY - CHC

MCYCHC

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 1/11

19:00-23:55

1 stop25h 55m

Christchurch

Sat 29/11

14:00-07:15

1 stop20h 15m

$861

MaroochydoreChristchurch

MCY - CHC

MCYCHC

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 25/10

11:15-23:59

1 stop9h 44m

Christchurch

Sat 1/11

16:20-07:15

1 stop17h 55m

$861

MaroochydoreQueenstown

MCY - ZQN

MCYZQN

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 25/10

19:25-11:10

1 stop12h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 1/11

14:35-07:40

3 stops20h 05m

$899

MaroochydoreChristchurch

MCY - CHC

MCYCHC

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Thu 9/10

07:20-22:15

2 stops11h 55m

Christchurch

Mon 20/10

15:05-06:45

2 stops18h 40m

$953

MaroochydoreQueenstown

MCY - ZQN

MCYZQN

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Fri 24/10

07:20-16:10

2 stops29h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 31/10

17:30-13:55

2 stops23h 25m

$1,062

MaroochydoreChristchurch

MCY - CHC

MCYCHC

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Tue 14/10

06:30-00:10

2 stops14h 40m

Christchurch

Thu 16/10

12:55-10:05

2 stops24h 10m

$1,065

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sunshine Coast to South Island (average of $346). Flying from Sunshine 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 KII to EDG?

Find hourly flight availability from Sunshine 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 11 September 2025.

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

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 September 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Qantas Airways and Jetstar from Sunshine 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.

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.

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

    Airlines like Jetstar fly from Sunshine Coast to South Island in about 11h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Sunshine Coast and South Island are separated by a distance of 2565 km.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sunshine Coast to South Island (average of $346). Flying from Sunshine 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$276Average$681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$473Average$937FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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