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Cheap flights from South Island to Australia from $179

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 15/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — SYD
10 Sep — 17 Sep1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Island to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Island to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 5 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$475

One-way from

$179

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$1,308
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 8/10-12/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 15m total
  • South Island to Australia
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/11
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 35m total
  • South Island to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($78 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($69 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Cheapest flights from South Island to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Island to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 September 2025.

Wed 8/1019:40CHC - OOL
1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/1017:55OOL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$475
Sat 22/1106:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/1112:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$500
Mon 20/1006:10CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/1012:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/9$510
Wed 22/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Mon 27/1015:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 4/9$517
Wed 22/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 29/1006:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 4/9$522
Wed 22/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sun 26/1006:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 4/9$524
Sun 19/1006:10CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/1012:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$524
Wed 29/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Mon 3/1115:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 3/9$528
Thu 16/1013:50CHC - MEL
1 stop10h 55mJetstar
Thu 30/1012:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 4/9$528
Sun 23/1106:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Fri 28/1118:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/9$533
Tue 14/1010:50ZQN - MEL
1 stop8h 55mJetstar
Wed 22/1014:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 3/9$534
Mon 20/1020:50ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 29/1006:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 3/9$539

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Island to Australia 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 5 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Island to Australia that are best for you.

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South Island

Fly to

Australia

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchCoolangatta

CHC - OOL

CHCOOL

Christchurch

Tue 7/10

16:05-16:45

Nonstop3h 40m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Fri 10/10

17:55-00:10

Nonstop3h 15m

$475

ChristchurchCoolangatta

CHC - OOL

CHCOOL

Christchurch

Wed 8/10

19:40-06:40

1 stop14h 00m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Sun 12/10

17:55-00:10

Nonstop3h 15m

$475

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sat 22/11

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 27/11

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$500

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Mon 20/10

06:10-08:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 30/10

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$510

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Wed 22/10

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/10

15:00-19:55

Nonstop2h 55m

$517

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Thu 23/10

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/10

15:00-19:55

Nonstop2h 55m

$517

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Thu 23/10

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/10

15:00-19:55

Nonstop2h 55m

$517

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Wed 22/10

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/10

15:00-19:55

Nonstop2h 55m

$517

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Wed 22/10

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 29/10

06:15-11:10

Nonstop2h 55m

$517

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Thu 23/10

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 29/10

06:15-11:10

Nonstop2h 55m

$517

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Best time to book a flight from South Island to Australia

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Australia (average of $268). Flying from South Island to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 EDG to AU?

Find hourly flight availability from South Island to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 September 2025.

When flying from South Island to Australia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from South Island to Australia

Explore weekly flight availability from South Island to Australia. 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 5 September 2025.

The most flights from zzEDG to AU0 are scheduled on a Tuesday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (24 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated 5 September 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Island to Australia, 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
3,320 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,320 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,320 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,320 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
905 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,320 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
415 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,320 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
473 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,320 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Island to Australia. 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 South Island to Australia flight route?

    Flights from South Island to Australia have been viewed 16,888 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from South Island to Australia?

    For as low as $475, Jetstar can have you in Australia from South Island in 3h 40m. The distance from South Island to Australia is about 2404 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Jetstar, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $179. Air New Zealand flights start at $222 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $268 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Australia (average of $268). Flying from South Island to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 5 airlines flying from South Island to Australia

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from South Island to Australia. 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 5 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$254Average$889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$292Average$995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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JetstarCheapest$296Average$751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$385Average$911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$464Average$971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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