Cheap flights to South Pacific from $499

Summer is the peak season for domestic travel in Australia. New Zealand is a popular skiing destination in winter. For South Pacific islands such as French Polynesia, Fiji and the Cook Islands, the best time to go is in the dry season, from May to October. During the wet season, generally from December to March, it’s very humid and there can be tropical cyclones. Papua New Guinea has a monsoonal climate, while Guam is wet year-round and typhoons tend to occur between July and November.

With cheap flights to Oceania, you'll find travelling between the countries and islands is best done with flights on local airlines such as Air New Zealand or Fiji Airways. As every part of Oceania is surrounded by water, another way to get around is by sea. Cruises and yacht tours between islands will provide excellent sight-seeing adventures. Inland, you have every mode of transport in the more urban areas of Australia and New Zealand such as great buses, trains and taxis. Compare flights to Oceania and see the island life by exploring alternative means of transportation such as local buses, passenger ferries and electric-assisted bicycles.

When flying to Oceania you will find it is made up of 14 diverse and interesting countries with island life merging with urban development.. You can enjoy water sports, great food and outdoor activities along most beach fronts of the islands. In Fiji, you will find 300 islands that make up the country; Nadi is Fiji's main entryway and is near Coral Coast and Denarau. Enjoy sand dunes, archaeological sites or soak in hot springs and go diving with sharks at Beqa Lagoon. Rainforests are popular for hikes in Fiji too. Papua New Guinea has many spectacular sights such as Mount Tavurvur and Port Moresby Nature Park so lovers of nature, sun and sea cannot go wrong in Oceania.

Book flights to Oceania from New Zealand’s Auckland Airport to Port Moresby in Papua New Guinea and you can find flights that average 11h 40min with a stopover in Brisbane. It is best to book in advance for this flight as prices can go up within around 24 hours. When you book flights from Christchurch Airport to Nadi International Airport in Fiji, you will find options for direct flights that average about four hours long. The frequency of stops should not affect the Oceania airfare but booking in advance is always a good idea.

When planning cheap flights to Oceania you should consider visas. Many countries such as Fiji and Micronesia will allow you in without a visa. However, Papua New Guinea will require visas. Weather is unpredictable with flights to Oceania but typically cyclone season is November to March so ensure your travel insurance is updated. English is widely spoken in Oceania and New Zealand dollars are accepted in many places with Oceania flight deals, but it is always best to convert your money to have some cash on hand although your Visa and Mastercard will be accepted. It’s worth consulting a travel clinic to get up to date with immunisation shots for the Oceania area too.

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to South Pacific on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Jetstar is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to South Pacific.

Adelaide Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in South Pacific. One-way flights to Adelaide Airport typically cost $42, while return flights cost around $43.

A return flight to South Pacific will typically cost around $91, however they can be found for as little as $71.

For those looking to save time traveling to South Pacific, Blenheim offers the quickest one-way flight (0 hours 30 minutes).

Yes. Those touching down at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Yes. Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Aerotel Sydney (Arrivals B, International Terminal 1) is the closest property to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (0.0 km away from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport).