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Cheap flights from South Island to Great Barrier Reef from $237

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 30/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — CNS
15 Dec — 22 Dec1
1 adult

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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 139,761 searches. Data last updated 10 December 2024.

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ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Thu 16/1

20:30-09:05

2 stops39h 35m

Cairns

Mon 20/1

12:30-00:05

1 stop8h 35m

$873

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Thu 16/1

16:10-09:05

1 stop19h 55m

Cairns

Mon 20/1

12:30-00:05

1 stop8h 35m

$883

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Sun 2/2

17:30-08:35

1 stop18h 05m

Cairns

Sat 8/2

15:45-14:15

1 stop19h 30m

$948

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Sun 2/2

10:30-09:05

2 stops25h 35m

Cairns

Sun 9/2

09:45-12:35

1 stop23h 50m

$953

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Sun 2/2

10:30-09:05

2 stops25h 35m

Cairns

Sat 8/2

15:45-14:15

1 stop19h 30m

$969

ChristchurchHamilton Island

CHC - HTI

CHCHTI

Christchurch

Fri 24/1

06:05-09:50

1 stop30h 45m

Hamilton Island

Fri 31/1

12:30-00:40

1 stop9h 10m

$1,128

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Tue 25/3

05:45-13:55

2 stops11h 10m

Cairns

Tue 25/3

18:40-21:25

2 stops23h 45m

$1,269

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Sun 2/2

16:25-12:05

2 stops22h 40m

Cairns

Thu 6/2

12:45-08:35

2 stops16h 50m

$1,314

ChristchurchHamilton Island

CHC - HTI

CHCHTI

Christchurch

Fri 24/1

16:30-11:10

3 stops21h 40m

Hamilton Island

Fri 31/1

11:50-07:45

3 stops16h 55m

$1,789

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Wed 30/4

07:05-10:40

Nonstop5h 35m

$237

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Cheap flight deals from South Island to Great Barrier Reef

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from South Island (zzEDG) to Great Barrier Reef (zzYJV). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 10 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$873

One-way from

$237
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 16/1-20/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 10m total
  • South Island to Great Barrier Reef
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 30/4
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 35m total
  • South Island to Great Barrier Reef

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Best flights from South Island to Great Barrier Reef
Discover carefully curated flight deals from South Island to Great Barrier Reef that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 10 December 2024.

Thu 16/120:30CHC - CNS
2 stops39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/112:30CNS - CHC
1 stop8h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$873
Thu 16/116:10CHC - CNS
1 stop19h 55mJetstar
Mon 20/112:30CNS - CHC
1 stop8h 35mJetstar
Deal found 9/12$883
Sun 2/217:30ZQN - CNS
1 stop18h 05mVirgin Australia
Sat 8/215:45CNS - ZQN
1 stop19h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/12$948
Tue 25/305:45CHC - CNS
2 stops11h 10mAir New Zealand
Tue 25/318:40CNS - CHC
2 stops23h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/12$1,269
Sun 2/210:30ZQN - CNS
2 stops25h 35mJetstar
Sun 9/209:45CNS - ZQN
1 stop23h 50mJetstar
Deal found 9/12$953
Sun 2/210:30ZQN - CNS
2 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/215:45CNS - ZQN
1 stop19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$969
Sun 2/216:25ZQN - CNS
2 stops22h 40mAir New Zealand
Thu 6/212:45CNS - ZQN
2 stops16h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/12$1,314

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

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Travel insights for flights from South Island to Great Barrier Reef

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from South Island to Great Barrier Reef including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 10 December 2024.

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.

Rainfall in Great Barrier Reef by month

Plan your trip to Great Barrier Reef by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Great Barrier Reef ranges from 20.0 - 430.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 430.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Great Barrier Reef when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Great Barrier Reef by month

Plan your trip to Great Barrier Reef by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Great Barrier Reef, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).

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 10 December 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Jetstar 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.
8.0
Very Good
514 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

8.0
Very Good
514 reviews
8.0
Very Good
514 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

7.6
Good
466 reviews
8.0
Very Good
514 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

7.5
Good
804 reviews
8.0
Very Good
514 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

6.6
Okay
490 reviews
8.0
Very Good
514 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Related info for your journey

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

  • 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 $237 on Jetstar. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Virgin Australia from $384 and Air New Zealand from $494 one-way.

  • 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.

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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 139,761 searches. Data last updated 10 December 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$556Average$713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$746Average$1,106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$795Average$891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$882Average$1,270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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