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Cheap flights from South Island to Maroochydore from $976

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 16/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — MCY
16 Oct — 23 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from South Island to Maroochydore

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Island to Maroochydore flight deals. Data was last updated 16 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$976
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 16/11-24/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 15m total
  • South Island to Maroochydore
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Cheapest flights from South Island to Maroochydore
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Island to Maroochydore. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 September 2025.

Sun 16/1118:20CHC - MCY
1 stop16h 20mQantas Airways
Mon 24/1119:00MCY - CHC
1 stop25h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/9$976
Thu 30/1018:50CHC - MCY
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1111:15MCY - CHC
1 stop9h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9$986
Sun 16/1109:00CHC - MCY
2 stops12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/1119:00MCY - CHC
1 stop25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,066
Sun 16/1109:00CHC - MCY
2 stops12h 20mJetstar
Mon 24/1108:20MCY - CHC
2 stops12h 45mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$1,227

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

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South Island

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Maroochydore

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Sun 16/11

18:20-07:40

1 stop16h 20m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Mon 24/11

19:00-23:55

1 stop25h 55m

$976

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Thu 30/10

18:50-07:15

1 stop15h 25m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Thu 6/11

11:15-23:55

1 stop9h 40m

$986

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Sun 16/11

09:00-18:20

2 stops12h 20m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Mon 24/11

19:00-23:55

1 stop25h 55m

$1,066

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Sun 16/11

09:00-18:20

2 stops12h 20m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Mon 24/11

08:20-00:05

2 stops12h 45m

$1,227

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Deals found on 15/9

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

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When flying from South Island to Maroochydore, 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 Maroochydore

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Maroochydore. 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 Maroochydore. Reviews last updated 16 September 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Island to Maroochydore, such as Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andJetstar. 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
905 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
474 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Island to Maroochydore. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Located just 6.4 km from the city centre, Maroochydore Sunshine Coast (MCY) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Maroochydore from South Island.

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

    Airlines like Qantas Airways fly from South Island to Maroochydore in about 16h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 2565 km.

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

    When deciding which route to take from South Island to Maroochydore, consider Christchurch - Maroochydore Sunshine Coast, Queenstown Intl - Maroochydore Sunshine Coast or Hokitika Arpt - Maroochydore Sunshine Coast, as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Island to Maroochydore 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 3 airlines flying from South Island to Maroochydore

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from South Island to Maroochydore. 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 16 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$589Average$732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$636Average$818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$743Average$1,126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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