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How long is the flight from Australia to South Island?

The average flight duration from Australia to South Island depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Incheon Intl is 10h 30m on average, while flying from Melbourne to Incheon Intl is 11h 05m on average. Incheon Intl is the most popular airport in South Island.

What is the best day of the week to fly to South Island?

The best day of the week to fly to South Island is Wednesday due to prices being at their lowest. Flying out on a Monday should be a backup plan since this day tends to be less expensive as well. Thursday, on the other hand, is the most expensive day to fly to South Island.

Which airlines fly to South Island?

Of the 5 airlines that fly to South Island, Air New Zealand, Jetstar and Virgin Australia happen to be the most favoured based on our user data. Air New Zealand is the most popular among the three airlines, with 32% of users choosing them for their travels to South Island.

Cheapest flights to cities in South Island

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Queenstown
Queenstown

Cheap South Island flight deals and tips

Summary info about South Island flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

$223

Best Round-Trip Price

$353

Fastest flight time

2h 55m

Operated By

2 airlines
The best one-way flight price to South Island from Australia in the last 72 hours is $223 (Melbourne to Christchurch).
The best round-trip flight price to South Island from Australia in the last 72 hours is $353 (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Queenstown Intl).
The fastest flight to South Island from Australia takes 2h 55m (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Queenstown Intl).
There are 2 airlines operating flights to South Island, including Air New Zealand and Jetstar.

Useful information for your flight to South Island

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When did momondo last update prices for flights to South Island?

Prices for flights to South Island are refreshed on a daily basis.

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How old do you have to be to fly to South Island?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to South Island.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Island?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Island can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South Island. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.


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Can I find flights to South Island with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights to South Island with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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Cheapest flight routes to South Island

These routes have the cheapest flights to South Island found by momondo users in Australia
DepartingDestinationBest TimeBest Price
MelbourneChristchurch3h 15m$364
MelbourneQueenstown3h 05m$370
CoolangattaChristchurch3h 15m$373
SydneyQueenstown2h 55m$379
SydneyChristchurch3h 05m$430
BrisbaneChristchurch3h 25m$450
CoolangattaQueenstown3h 20m$461
BrisbaneQueenstown3h 25m$537
MelbourneDunedin6h 55m$568
AdelaideChristchurch6h 20m$602
CairnsQueenstown7h 40m$637
NewcastleQueenstown5h 45m$648
CanberraQueenstown18h 25m$660
MaroochydoreQueenstown10h 30m$680
AdelaideQueenstown5h 35m$680
CanberraChristchurch6h 25m$696