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Cheap flights from South Island to Sydney from $251

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 26/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — SYD
18 Jul — 25 Jul1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Island to Sydney

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Island to Sydney flight deals. Data was last updated 13 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$561

One-way from

$251

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$662
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 19/11-23/11
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 10m total
  • South Island to Sydney
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 26/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 35m total
  • South Island to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($100 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($75 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from South Island to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Island to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 July 2025.

Wed 19/1120:40ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sun 23/1106:15SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 13/7$561
Tue 5/820:30CHC - SYD
1 stop13h 35mJetstar
Thu 7/815:15SYD - CHC
1 stop6h 55mJetstar
Deal found 13/7$591
Mon 1/913:00CHC - SYD
1 stop10h 40mAir New Zealand
Thu 4/909:15SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/7$594
Thu 21/818:00ZQN - SYD
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 25/815:00SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7$619
Tue 5/820:30CHC - SYD
1 stop13h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/818:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7$638
Thu 21/815:45DUD - SYD
1 stop8h 30mJetstar
Tue 26/806:00SYD - DUD
1 stop6h 45mJetstar
Deal found 13/7$641
Tue 26/815:45DUD - SYD
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/906:20SYD - DUD
1 stop10h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/7$667
Sat 16/817:45CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mEmirates
Sun 17/807:50SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mEmirates
Deal found 11/7$681
Thu 21/818:00ZQN - SYD
1 stop16h 40mVirgin Australia
Mon 25/807:45SYD - ZQN
1 stop7h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 13/7$746
Fri 29/816:50ZQN - SYD
1 stop18h 45mLATAM Airlines
Sat 30/811:50SYD - ZQN
1 stop20h 30mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 13/7$769
Tue 26/813:35DUD - SYD
2 stops10h 05mAir New Zealand
Tue 2/909:15SYD - DUD
1 stop9h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/7$769
Thu 21/811:25ZQN - SYD
2 stops12h 15mAir New Zealand
Tue 26/817:55SYD - ZQN
1 stop12h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/7$771

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Island to Sydney 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 13 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Island to Sydney that are best for you.

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Departure

Return

Price

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Fri 17/10

20:50-22:05

Nonstop3h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 26/10

06:15-11:10

Nonstop2h 55m

$523

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Tue 5/8

20:30-08:05

1 stop13h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 7/8

15:15-00:10

1 stop6h 55m

$591

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Mon 1/9

13:00-21:40

1 stop10h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 4/9

09:15-14:25

Nonstop3h 10m

$594

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Thu 21/8

18:00-08:40

1 stop16h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/8

15:00-19:55

Nonstop2h 55m

$619

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Tue 5/8

20:30-08:05

1 stop13h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 7/8

18:55-23:59

Nonstop3h 04m

$638

DunedinSydney

DUD - SYD

DUDSYD

Dunedin

Thu 21/8

15:45-22:15

1 stop8h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 26/8

06:00-14:45

1 stop6h 45m

$641

DunedinSydney

DUD - SYD

DUDSYD

Dunedin

Tue 26/8

15:45-07:25

1 stop17h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 2/9

06:20-18:50

1 stop10h 30m

$667

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Sat 16/8

17:45-19:05

Nonstop3h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 17/8

07:50-12:55

Nonstop3h 05m

$681

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Thu 21/8

18:00-08:40

1 stop16h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/8

07:45-16:45

1 stop7h 00m

$746

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Wed 6/8

11:25-21:40

2 stops12h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 13/8

18:20-12:20

2 stops16h 00m

$767

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Best time to book a flight from South Island to Sydney

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Island to Sydney

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Island to Sydney?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Sydney (average of $268). Flying from South Island to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from South Island to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 13 July 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from South Island to Sydney

Explore weekly flight availability from South Island to Sydney. 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 13 July 2025.

The most flights from zzEDG to SYD are scheduled on a Tuesday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (24 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated 13 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Air New Zealand, andLATAM Airlines from South Island to Sydney have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,284 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,284 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,284 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
494 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,284 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,808 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,284 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
876 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,284 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
408 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,284 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Island to Sydney. 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 Sydney from South Island?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from South Island to Sydney. It is only a 7.5 km journey from Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Sydney’s city centre.

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

    The South Island to Sydney Kingsford Smith flight path was viewed by 16,732 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Island to Sydney one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $251. Users have also found prices from $275 and $308 on Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from South Island to Sydney is Christchurch - Sydney Kingsford Smith. You may also consider Queenstown Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith or Dunedin - Sydney Kingsford Smith.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from South Island to Sydney?

    Consider Emirates (78%), United Airlines (75%) or Thai Airways (75%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from South Island to Sydney.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $272. While the most popular route (Christchurch - Sydney Kingsford Smith) can be booked for $568 on average our data indicates $2,537 when flying from South Island to Sydney.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Island to Sydney 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 Sydney?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Sydney (average of $268). Flying from South Island to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$288Average$686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$300Average$658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$343Average$877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$453Average$782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$515Average$658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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