Cheap flights from South Island to Great Barrier Reef from $204

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 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — CNS
12 May — 19 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Island to Great Barrier Reef

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Cheapest flights from South Island to Great Barrier Reef
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Island to Great Barrier Reef. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 April 2026.

Wed 20/506:55
CHC
-
CNS
Nonstop5h 45m
Jetstar
Sun 24/507:00
CNS
-
CHC
Nonstop4h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 8/4$538
Wed 27/506:55
CHC
-
CNS
Nonstop5h 45m
Jetstar
Sun 31/507:00
CNS
-
CHC
Nonstop4h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 8/4$541
Wed 16/906:55
CHC
-
CNS
Nonstop5h 45m
Jetstar
Thu 24/907:00
CNS
-
CHC
Nonstop4h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/4$575
Mon 25/506:55
CHC
-
CNS
Nonstop5h 45m
Jetstar
Mon 1/609:40
CNS
-
CHC
1 stop12h 30m
Jetstar
Deal found 10/4$704
Sun 24/508:20
CHC
-
CNS
1 stop16h 20m
Jetstar
Sun 31/507:00
CNS
-
CHC
Nonstop4h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/4$706
Tue 26/508:20
CHC
-
CNS
1 stop14h 00m
Jetstar
Tue 2/607:00
CNS
-
CHC
Nonstop4h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 11/4$765
Sun 24/505:45
CHC
-
CNS
2 stops19h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 31/507:00
CNS
-
CHC
Nonstop4h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$769
Wed 27/513:15
CHC
-
CNS
2 stops11h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 31/507:00
CNS
-
CHC
Nonstop4h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/4$771
Sat 23/512:40
ZQN
-
CNS
2 stops22h 40m
Jetstar
Sat 30/509:40
CNS
-
ZQN
2 stops22h 30m
Jetstar
Deal found 8/4$986
Sun 23/817:40
ZQN
-
CNS
1 stop18h 10m
Virgin Australia
Thu 27/806:00
CNS
-
ZQN
1 stop7h 40m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 11/4$988
Thu 19/1115:05
ZQN
-
CNS
1 stop28h 40m
Virgin Australia
Sun 22/1123:55
CNS
-
ZQN
1 stop10h 15m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 7/4$990
Thu 25/616:35
ZQN
-
CNS
1 stop8h 45m
Virgin Australia
Wed 1/706:00
CNS
-
ZQN
1 stop7h 40m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 11/4$995

Find flight deals from South Island to Great Barrier Reef

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Island to Great Barrier Reef flight deals. Data was last updated 12 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$538

One-way from

$204
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 20/5-24/5
  • Nonstop
  • 10h 40m total
  • South Island to Great Barrier Reef
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 8/5
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 45m total
  • South Island to Great Barrier Reef

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Island to Great Barrier Reef 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 12 April 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Sun 24/5

08:20-22:40

1 stop16h 20m

Cairns

Sun 31/5

07:00-13:55

Nonstop4h 55m

$706

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Wed 20/5

08:20-22:40

1 stop16h 20m

Cairns

Sun 24/5

07:00-13:55

Nonstop4h 55m

$738

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Wed 27/5

06:55-10:40

Nonstop5h 45m

Cairns

Sun 31/5

21:40-16:25

1 stop16h 45m

$745

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Tue 26/5

08:20-20:20

1 stop14h 00m

Cairns

Tue 2/6

07:00-13:55

Nonstop4h 55m

$767

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Sun 24/5

07:25-22:45

2 stops17h 20m

Cairns

Sun 31/5

07:00-13:55

Nonstop4h 55m

$815

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Wed 27/5

06:55-10:40

Nonstop5h 45m

Cairns

Wed 3/6

09:40-07:50

2 stops20h 10m

$849
Fastest return journey

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Wed 27/5

06:55-10:40

Nonstop5h 45m

Cairns

Wed 3/6

12:35-00:10

1 stop9h 35m

$861

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Mon 25/5

08:20-22:40

1 stop16h 20m

Cairns

Mon 1/6

09:40-00:10

1 stop12h 30m

$870

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Tue 26/5

05:45-16:55

2 stops13h 10m

Cairns

Tue 2/6

07:00-13:55

Nonstop4h 55m

$873

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Wed 22/7

06:55-10:40

Nonstop5h 45m

Cairns

Fri 31/7

21:40-16:25

1 stop16h 45m

$889

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Best time to book a flight from South Island to Great Barrier Reef

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Great Barrier Reef from South Island with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Island to Great Barrier Reef

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Island to Great Barrier Reef?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Great Barrier Reef (average of $216). Flying from South Island to Great Barrier Reef in December is currently the most expensive (average of $515). 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 YJV?

Find hourly flight availability from South Island to Great Barrier Reef. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 April 2026.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Great Barrier Reef

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Great Barrier Reef. 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 Great Barrier Reef. Reviews last updated 12 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand,Virgin Australia, andQantas Airways from South Island to Great Barrier Reef have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from South Island to Great Barrier Reef?

    A quick flight from South Island to Great Barrier Reef can take about 16h 20m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $706. Airlines will cover a distance of 3883 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Island to Great Barrier Reef?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Great Barrier Reef (average of $216). Flying from South Island to Great Barrier Reef in December is currently the most expensive (average of $515). 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 4 airlines flying from South Island to Great Barrier Reef

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from South Island to Great Barrier Reef. 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 12 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$278Average$572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$398Average$931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$780Average$1,059FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$992Average$1,061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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