Cheap flights from South Island to Brisbane from $274

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 28/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — BNE
5 Jan — 12 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Island to Brisbane

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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 6 December 2025.

Wed 24/1215:55CHC - BNE
Nonstop3h 45mQantas Airways
Sun 4/117:55BNE - CHC
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/12$904
Fri 5/1206:20CHC - BNE
Nonstop3h 45mEmirates
Sat 20/1217:55BNE - CHC
Nonstop3h 30mEmirates
Deal found 4/12$916
Wed 24/1216:35CHC - BNE
1 stop8h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/117:55BNE - CHC
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$928
Mon 22/1219:30ZQN - BNE
Nonstop3h 45mVirgin Australia
Sun 4/110:10BNE - ZQN
Nonstop3h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 4/12$1,024
Wed 24/1215:55CHC - BNE
Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/1217:55BNE - CHC
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$1,051
Wed 24/1218:20CHC - BNE
1 stop7h 05mEmirates
Sun 28/1219:20BNE - CHC
1 stop25h 35mEmirates
Deal found 4/12$1,065
Fri 12/1206:20CHC - BNE
Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 19/1217:55BNE - CHC
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,086
Mon 22/1219:30ZQN - BNE
Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/108:20BNE - ZQN
1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$1,121
Sun 21/1218:20CHC - BNE
1 stop24h 05mQantas Airways
Sat 3/117:55BNE - CHC
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/12$1,126
Mon 22/1207:00ZQN - BNE
1 stop7h 05mQantas Airways
Sun 4/114:20BNE - ZQN
1 stop18h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/12$1,470
Mon 22/1207:00ZQN - BNE
1 stop15h 05mEmirates
Sun 4/118:25BNE - ZQN
1 stop14h 00mEmirates
Deal found 5/12$1,529
Tue 23/1207:00ZQN - BNE
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/105:00BNE - ZQN
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,578

Find 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 6 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$649

One-way from

$274

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,290
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 29/1-4/2
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 25m total
  • South Island to Brisbane
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 28/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 35m total
  • South Island to Brisbane
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($249 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($75 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Island to Brisbane 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 6 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Island to Brisbane that are best for you.

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South Island

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Brisbane

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchBrisbane

CHC - BNE

CHCBNE

Christchurch

Thu 29/1

16:05-17:00

Nonstop3h 55m

Brisbane

Wed 4/2

18:10-00:40

Nonstop3h 30m

$649

ChristchurchBrisbane

CHC - BNE

CHCBNE

Christchurch

Sat 31/1

16:05-17:00

Nonstop3h 55m

Brisbane

Fri 6/2

10:40-17:10

Nonstop3h 30m

$649

ChristchurchBrisbane

CHC - BNE

CHCBNE

Christchurch

Wed 11/3

21:00-07:00

1 stop13h 00m

Brisbane

Sun 15/3

18:10-00:40

Nonstop3h 30m

$656

ChristchurchBrisbane

CHC - BNE

CHCBNE

Christchurch

Thu 29/1

16:05-17:00

Nonstop3h 55m

Brisbane

Mon 2/2

08:20-17:35

1 stop6h 15m

$665

ChristchurchBrisbane

CHC - BNE

CHCBNE

Christchurch

Tue 27/1

11:50-20:25

1 stop11h 35m

Brisbane

Sat 31/1

22:55-15:45

1 stop13h 50m

$667

ChristchurchBrisbane

CHC - BNE

CHCBNE

Christchurch

Sun 3/5

06:00-08:05

Nonstop4h 05m

Brisbane

Tue 12/5

19:10-00:40

Nonstop3h 30m

$682

ChristchurchBrisbane

CHC - BNE

CHCBNE

Christchurch

Tue 14/4

12:55-19:15

1 stop8h 20m

Brisbane

Sat 18/4

23:55-08:40

1 stop6h 45m

$693

ChristchurchBrisbane

CHC - BNE

CHCBNE

Christchurch

Thu 12/3

21:00-07:00

1 stop13h 00m

Brisbane

Thu 19/3

08:10-18:55

1 stop7h 45m

$698

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Sun 29/3

17:40-23:50

1 stop9h 10m

Brisbane

Wed 8/4

07:55-16:45

1 stop6h 50m

$809

QueenstownBrisbane

ZQN - BNE

ZQNBNE

Queenstown Intl

Tue 13/1

16:30-17:15

Nonstop3h 45m

Brisbane

Tue 20/1

18:10-08:20

1 stop11h 10m

$843

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 $384). 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 6 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from South Island to Brisbane in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 16% 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.

Weekly flight availability from South Island to Brisbane

Explore weekly flight availability from South Island to Brisbane. 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 6 December 2025.

The most flights from zzEDG to BNE are scheduled on a Friday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

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 6 December 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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Related info for your journey

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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.

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

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

    Airlines like Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, and Qantas Airways fly from South Island to Brisbane in about 3h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 21h 05m. 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 $198. Users have also found prices from $220 and $243 on Jetstar and Qantas Airways, 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: China Eastern (80%), Etihad Airways (72%), Malaysia Airlines( 58%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $243. While the most popular route (Christchurch - Brisbane) can be booked for $637 on average, our data indicates $7,022 when flying from South Island to Brisbane.

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

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

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

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

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

    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 $384). 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$241Average$683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$467Average$876FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$491Average$830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$544Average$733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$569Average$829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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