Cheap flights from South Island to Brisbane from $289

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 27/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — BNE
23 marras — 30 marras1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Island to Brisbane

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Island to Brisbane flight deals. Data was last updated 24 lokakuu 2025.

Round-trip from

$580

One-way from

$289

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,030
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 19/11-26/11
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 15m total
  • South Island to Brisbane
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 27/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 35m total
  • South Island to Brisbane
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($233 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($56 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025

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Cheapest flights from South Island to Brisbane
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Island to Brisbane. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 lokakuu 2025.

ke 19/1115:55CHC - BNE
Nonstop3h 45mQantas Airways
ke 26/1108:25BNE - CHC
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 21/10$580
pe 7/1106:20CHC - BNE
Nonstop3h 45mQantas Airways
su 9/1117:55BNE - CHC
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 21/10$611
to 20/1115:55CHC - BNE
Nonstop3h 45mQantas Airways
ma 24/1117:55BNE - CHC
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 22/10$620
ti 2/1214:00CHC - BNE
1 stop9h 25mJetstar
ke 3/1222:55BNE - CHC
1 stop11h 20mJetstar
Deal found 22/10$642
to 6/1115:55CHC - BNE
Nonstop3h 45mQantas Airways
su 9/1117:55BNE - CHC
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 22/10$644
pe 12/1206:20CHC - BNE
Nonstop3h 45mQantas Airways
ke 21/117:55BNE - CHC
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 23/10$646
ti 2/1221:00CHC - BNE
1 stop13h 00mAir New Zealand
ke 3/1218:10BNE - CHC
Nonstop3h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 22/10$651
pe 12/1208:45CHC - BNE
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
ke 21/118:05BNE - CHC
1 stop10h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 23/10$663
ma 24/1121:00CHC - BNE
1 stop13h 00mAir New Zealand
ke 3/1218:10BNE - CHC
Nonstop3h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/10$667
to 4/1221:00CHC - BNE
1 stop13h 00mAir New Zealand
pe 5/1218:05BNE - CHC
1 stop10h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 22/10$670
ma 24/1121:00CHC - BNE
1 stop13h 00mAir New Zealand
ma 1/1218:05BNE - CHC
1 stop10h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 23/10$672
ke 19/1106:20CHC - BNE
Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines
ke 26/1108:50BNE - CHC
1 stop8h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10$696

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

Fly from

South Island

Fly to

Brisbane

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchBrisbane

CHC - BNE

CHCBNE

Christchurch

to 12/3

16:05-17:00

Nonstop3h 55m

Brisbane

to 19/3

18:10-00:40

Nonstop3h 30m

$634

ChristchurchBrisbane

CHC - BNE

CHCBNE

Christchurch

ti 2/12

14:00-20:25

1 stop9h 25m

Brisbane

ke 3/12

22:55-13:15

1 stop11h 20m

$642

ChristchurchBrisbane

CHC - BNE

CHCBNE

Christchurch

ti 2/12

15:55-16:40

Nonstop3h 45m

Brisbane

ke 3/12

17:55-00:25

Nonstop3h 30m

$644

ChristchurchBrisbane

CHC - BNE

CHCBNE

Christchurch

ti 2/12

21:00-07:00

1 stop13h 00m

Brisbane

ke 3/12

18:10-00:40

Nonstop3h 30m

$651

ChristchurchBrisbane

CHC - BNE

CHCBNE

Christchurch

su 8/3

21:00-07:00

1 stop13h 00m

Brisbane

su 15/3

18:10-00:40

Nonstop3h 30m

$661

ChristchurchBrisbane

CHC - BNE

CHCBNE

Christchurch

pe 12/12

08:45-09:40

Nonstop3h 55m

Brisbane

ke 21/1

18:05-07:25

1 stop10h 20m

$663

ChristchurchBrisbane

CHC - BNE

CHCBNE

Christchurch

to 4/12

21:00-07:00

1 stop13h 00m

Brisbane

pe 5/12

18:05-07:25

1 stop10h 20m

$670

ChristchurchBrisbane

CHC - BNE

CHCBNE

Christchurch

ma 24/11

21:00-07:00

1 stop13h 00m

Brisbane

ke 3/12

16:05-09:05

1 stop14h 00m

$672

ChristchurchBrisbane

CHC - BNE

CHCBNE

Christchurch

ma 24/11

21:00-07:00

1 stop13h 00m

Brisbane

ma 1/12

18:05-07:25

1 stop10h 20m

$672

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

to 4/12

13:25-20:25

1 stop10h 00m

Brisbane

la 6/12

22:55-10:05

1 stop8h 10m

$715

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from South Island to Brisbane

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Brisbane (average of $218). Flying from South Island to Brisbane in February is currently the most expensive (average of $386). 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 BNE?

Find hourly flight availability from South Island to Brisbane. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 lokakuu 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from South Island to Brisbane in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 19% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Island to Brisbane?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Island to Brisbane. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Island to Brisbane flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Brisbane

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Brisbane. 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 Brisbane. Reviews last updated 24 lokakuu 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Island to Brisbane, such as Emirates, Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

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

    Brisbane (BNE) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from South Island to Brisbane. It is only a 12.3 km journey from Brisbane (BNE) to Brisbane’s city centre.

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

    Airlines like Air New Zealand, Jetstar, and Qantas Airways fly from South Island to Brisbane in about 3h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2494 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Air New Zealand. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $294. Users have also found prices from $305 and $308 on Jetstar and Virgin Australia, respectively.

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

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

    Before booking your flight to Brisbane from South Island, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Qantas Airways (82%), Emirates (82%), China Eastern( 82%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $290. While the most popular route (Christchurch - Brisbane) can be booked for $620 on average, our data indicates $7,064 when flying from South Island to Brisbane.

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Brisbane (average of $218). Flying from South Island to Brisbane in February is currently the most expensive (average of $386). 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$242Average$681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$469Average$899FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$485Average$830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$496Average$828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$547Average$738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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