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Cheap flights from Sydney to South Island from $255

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 17/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CHC
23 7월 — 30 7월1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to South Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sydney to South Island flight deals. Data was last updated 18 7월 2025.

Round-trip from

$474

One-way from

$258

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$649
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 13/10-27/10
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 10m total
  • Sydney to South Island
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/10
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 55m total
  • Sydney to South Island
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($98 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($31 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 Sydney to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 7월 2025.

월 13/1015:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
월 27/1020:40ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 18/7$474
일 14/907:20SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mVirgin Australia
목 18/914:25ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/7$484
화 2/908:30SYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
목 6/1120:40ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7$504
목 14/817:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mAir New Zealand
일 17/806:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/7$532
화 5/806:20SYD - CHC
1 stop9h 15mJetstar
화 12/808:30CHC - SYD
1 stop8h 00mJetstar
Deal found 16/7$554
목 28/806:15SYD - CHC
1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines
수 10/916:05CHC - SYD
1 stop8h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7$555
월 18/820:45SYD - DUD
1 stop16h 00mJetstar
화 26/815:45DUD - SYD
1 stop6h 20mJetstar
Deal found 17/7$571
월 18/809:05SYD - DUD
2 stops9h 35mMultiple Airlines
화 26/815:45DUD - SYD
1 stop8h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7$747
토 30/817:55SYD - NSN
1 stop13h 40mAir New Zealand
토 6/917:35NSN - SYD
1 stop16h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/7$771
수 22/1018:20SYD - DUD
2 stops13h 50mAir New Zealand
수 29/1010:45DUD - SYD
2 stops9h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/7$797
토 30/817:55SYD - BHE
2 stops17h 35mAir New Zealand
토 6/916:15BHE - SYD
2 stops18h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/7$813
월 1/918:20SYD - IVC
2 stops19h 10mAir New Zealand
월 8/918:30IVC - SYD
2 stops16h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/7$858

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to South Island that are best for you.

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SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

월 13/10

15:00-19:55

Nonstop2h 55m

Queenstown Intl

월 27/10

20:40-21:55

Nonstop3h 15m

$474

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

일 14/9

07:20-12:20

Nonstop3h 00m

Queenstown Intl

목 18/9

14:25-15:45

Nonstop3h 20m

$484

SydneyQueenstown

SYD - ZQN

SYDZQN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

화 2/9

08:30-13:30

Nonstop3h 00m

Queenstown Intl

목 6/11

20:40-21:55

Nonstop3h 15m

$504

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

목 14/8

17:55-23:05

Nonstop3h 10m

Christchurch

일 17/8

06:35-08:15

Nonstop3h 40m

$532

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

화 5/8

06:20-17:35

1 stop9h 15m

Christchurch

화 12/8

08:30-14:30

1 stop8h 00m

$554

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

목 28/8

06:15-18:50

1 stop10h 35m

Christchurch

수 10/9

16:05-22:15

1 stop8h 10m

$555

SydneyDunedin

SYD - DUD

SYDDUD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

월 18/8

20:45-14:45

1 stop16h 00m

Dunedin

화 26/8

15:45-20:05

1 stop6h 20m

$571

SydneyDunedin

SYD - DUD

SYDDUD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

월 18/8

09:05-20:40

2 stops9h 35m

Dunedin

화 26/8

15:45-22:15

1 stop8h 30m

$747

SydneyNelson

SYD - NSN

SYDNSN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

토 30/8

17:55-09:35

1 stop13h 40m

Nelson

토 6/9

17:35-08:15

1 stop16h 40m

$771

SydneyDunedin

SYD - DUD

SYDDUD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

수 22/10

18:20-10:10

2 stops13h 50m

Dunedin

수 29/10

10:45-18:05

2 stops9h 20m

$797

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to South Island

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 18 7월 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Sydney to South Island

Explore weekly flight availability from Sydney 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 18 7월 2025.

The most flights from SYD to zzEDG are scheduled on a Monday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (25 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 18 7월 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sydney to South Island, such as Emirates, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,June 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,June 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
496 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,June 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
881 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,June 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
408 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,June 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
458 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,June 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to South Island?

    If you book a flight to South Island from Sydney, you will be flying from Kingsford Smith, which is the city’s only airport. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is located 7.5 km from the centre of Sydney.

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

    Within the past month, 4,721 users have taken a look at flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to South Island.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Sydney to South Island are Jetstar ($258), Virgin Australia ($279), and Air New Zealand ($301).

  • What are the most popular routes from Sydney to South Island?

    When deciding which route to take from Sydney to South Island, consider Sydney Kingsford Smith - Queenstown Intl, Sydney Kingsford Smith - Christchurch or Sydney Kingsford Smith - Blenheim, as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sydney to South Island?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Sydney to South Island consider choosing Singapore Airlines(75%), Air China(75%) or Virgin Australia(71%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to South Island?

    The cheapest flight price from Sydney to South Island is $266. On average you can expect to pay $999. The most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Queenstown Intl), can usually be booked for $381.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to South Island (average of $346). Flying from Sydney 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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JetstarCheapest$257Average$596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$314Average$749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$405Average$828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$423Average$901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$441Average$709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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