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Cheap flights from South Island to Great Barrier Reef from $358

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 28/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — CNS
31 Jul — 7 Aug1
1 adult
Wed 31/7
Wed 7/8

What is the cheapest month to fly from South Island to Great Barrier Reef?

Flights from South Island to Great Barrier Reef lean towards being more expensive in January. Prices are generally better when you fly from South Island to Great Barrier Reef in March, with the cheapest ticket starting at $774.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from EDG to YJV?

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.

Cheap Jetstar flights from South Island to Great Barrier Reef

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Jetstar for the route between South Island and Great Barrier Reef. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 137,126 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Jetstar flights we've found from South Island to Great Barrier Reef. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Tue 10/916:05CHC - CNS
1 stop28h 10mJetstar
Thu 19/919:10CNS - CHC
2 stops39h 20mJetstar
Deal found 25/7$769
Tue 10/916:05CHC - CNS
1 stop28h 10mJetstar
Thu 19/909:45CNS - CHC
1 stop12h 20mJetstar
Deal found 25/7$850
Tue 10/918:10CHC - CNS
3 stops21h 25mJetstar
Thu 19/919:10CNS - CHC
2 stops23h 20mJetstar
Deal found 25/7$960
Thu 5/920:25CHC - CNS
2 stops23h 50mJetstar
Mon 16/909:45CNS - CHC
2 stops20h 05mJetstar
Deal found 26/7$1,016
Thu 5/918:10CHC - CNS
3 stops26h 05mJetstar
Mon 16/909:45CNS - CHC
2 stops20h 05mJetstar
Deal found 26/7$1,083
Thu 5/918:10CHC - CNS
3 stops26h 05mJetstar
Mon 16/909:45CNS - CHC
3 stops32h 45mJetstar
Deal found 26/7$1,152

Cheap Virgin Australia flights from South Island to Great Barrier Reef

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Virgin Australia for the route between South Island and Great Barrier Reef. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 137,126 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Virgin Australia flights we've found from South Island to Great Barrier Reef. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Thu 28/1115:05ZQN - CNS
1 stop28h 40mVirgin Australia
Mon 2/1217:35CNS - ZQN
1 stop17h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/7$967
Thu 28/1115:05ZQN - CNS
2 stops22h 55mVirgin Australia
Mon 2/1215:45CNS - ZQN
1 stop19h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/7$1,198

South Island to Great Barrier Reef 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between South Island and Great Barrier Reef in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 137,126 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from South Island to Great Barrier Reef in July and August 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 10/916:05CHC - CNS
1 stop28h 10mJetstar
Thu 19/919:10CNS - CHC
2 stops39h 20mJetstar
Deal found 25/7$769
Sun 25/806:05CHC - CNS
1 stop8h 45mEmirates
Tue 3/913:45CNS - CHC
1 stop23h 05mEmirates
Deal found 26/7$820
Thu 5/906:05CHC - CNS
1 stop14h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 16/919:05CNS - CHC
1 stop27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/7$833
Tue 10/916:05CHC - CNS
1 stop28h 10mJetstar
Thu 19/909:45CNS - CHC
1 stop12h 20mJetstar
Deal found 25/7$850
Thu 5/906:45CHC - CNS
2 stops27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 16/919:05CNS - CHC
1 stop27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/7$867
Mon 2/1215:05ZQN - CNS
1 stop26h 50mVirgin Australia
Sat 7/1215:45CNS - ZQN
1 stop19h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/7$930
Tue 10/918:10CHC - CNS
3 stops21h 25mJetstar
Thu 19/919:10CNS - CHC
2 stops23h 20mJetstar
Deal found 25/7$960
Mon 2/1214:00ZQN - CNS
2 stops22h 50mVirgin Australia
Sat 7/1215:45CNS - ZQN
1 stop19h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/7$979
Fri 29/1117:30ZQN - CNS
1 stop8h 45mVirgin Australia
Sun 1/1211:40CNS - ZQN
1 stop26h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/7$981

One-way flights to Great Barrier Reef from South Island

Search for one-way flight options from South Island to Great Barrier Reef. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 137,126 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from South Island to Great Barrier Reef. Those seeking round-trip flights from South Island to Great Barrier Reef should utilize the search form at the top of the page.
Thu 28/1116:10CHC - CNS
1 stop19h 55mJetstar
Deal found 24/7$358
Sat 12/1016:05CHC - CNS
1 stop20h 05mJetstar
Deal found 25/7$361
Fri 20/912:30ZQN - CNS
1 stop12h 20mJetstar
Deal found 25/7$373
Wed 9/1006:15CHC - CNS
2 stops29h 10mJetstar
Deal found 25/7$382
Wed 9/1018:00ZQN - CNS
1 stop17h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/7$384
Mon 7/1020:40ZQN - CNS
1 stop23h 35mJetstar
Deal found 25/7$389
Fri 11/1016:05CHC - CNS
1 stop28h 10mJetstar
Deal found 25/7$390
Fri 11/1006:15CHC - CNS
2 stops29h 10mJetstar
Deal found 25/7$397
Thu 10/1016:05CHC - CNS
1 stop20h 05mJetstar
Deal found 25/7$404

Find flights from South Island to Great Barrier Reef within your budget

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 137,126 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.

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Return

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ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Tue 10/9

1 stop28h 10m

Cairns

Thu 19/9

2 stops39h 20m

$769

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Sun 25/8

1 stop8h 45m

Cairns

Tue 3/9

1 stop23h 05m

$820

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Thu 5/9

1 stop14h 10m

Cairns

Mon 16/9

1 stop27h 00m

$833

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Tue 10/9

1 stop28h 10m

Cairns

Thu 19/9

1 stop12h 20m

$850

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Thu 5/9

2 stops27h 40m

Cairns

Mon 16/9

1 stop27h 00m

$867

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Tue 10/9

3 stops21h 25m

Cairns

Thu 19/9

2 stops23h 20m

$960

Queenstown IntlCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Thu 28/11

1 stop28h 40m

Cairns

Mon 2/12

1 stop17h 40m

$967

Queenstown IntlCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Thu 28/11

2 stops22h 55m

Cairns

Mon 2/12

1 stop19h 30m

$1,198

Queenstown IntlCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Thu 28/11

2 stops24h 40m

Cairns

Mon 2/12

2 stops24h 00m

$1,383

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Deals found on 25/7

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

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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 26 July 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand from South Island to Great Barrier Reef by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.2
Very Good
563 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

Air New Zealand
8.2
Very Good
563 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.2
Very Good
563 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,753 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.2
Very Good
563 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

Virgin Australia
7.7
Good
551 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.2
Very Good
563 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
901 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.2
Very Good
563 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

Jetstar
6.7
Okay
593 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.2
Very Good
563 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from South Island to Great Barrier Reef for under $800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from South Island to Great Barrier Reef for under $800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $769, but on average you can expect to pay $1,127.

  • How popular is this South Island to Great Barrier Reef flight route?

    Flights from South Island to Great Barrier Reef have been viewed 6 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Island to Great Barrier Reef one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $358 on Jetstar. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Virgin Australia from $384 and Qantas Airways from $502 one-way.

  • What does CHC to CNS mean?

    CHC stands for Christchurch Airport, while CNS stands for Cairns Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Hamilton Island Airport (HTI), Hayman Island Airport (HIS), Port Douglas Airport (PTI), Dunk Island Airport (DKI), Lizard Island Airport (LZR).

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Island to Great Barrier Reef that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your South Island to Great Barrier Reef flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from South Island to Great Barrier Reef with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter South Island to Great Barrier Reef flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Island to Great Barrier Reef?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Island to Great Barrier Reef?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Island to Great Barrier Reef by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Island to Great Barrier Reef that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from South Island to Great Barrier Reef offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from South Island to Great Barrier Reef?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on South Island to Great Barrier Reef flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the South Island to Great Barrier Reef flight deals updated?

    The South Island to Great Barrier Reef flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 26/7.

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Great Barrier Reef (average of $461). Flying from South Island to Great Barrier Reef in December is currently the most expensive (average of $640). 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 137,126 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$634Average$979FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$747Average$1,104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$794Average$927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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