Cheap flights from Cairns to South Island from $271
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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Island?
The cheapest month to fly to South Island from Cairns is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $717, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of April is another great option to travel to South Island, with average flight prices from Cairns averaging around $763.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Island?
The cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Island is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $769. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from Cairns to South Island on a Wednesday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,078. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Island?
Flying to South Island from Cairns at midday is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $749 when looking at flights departing at midday. Flights in the morning are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of $905.
What is the cheapest Cairns to South Island flight route?
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What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cairns to South Island?
Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Air New Zealand are the most popular carriers operating from Cairns to South Island
Which airlines fly to South Island?
Virgin Australia, Jetstar and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Island from Cairns according to our data. Virgin Australia is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Island. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to South Island on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Cairns to South Island on average per week?
As of April 2025, 6 flights take off from Cairns and land in South Island each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 33% of weekly flights taking off on this day.
Cheap Cairns to South Island flight deals and tips
Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Cairns to South Island
Best price found | $271 |
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Fastest flight time | 4h 55m |
Direct flights | Wed and Fri |
Airports in South Island | 2 airports |
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to South Island?
Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to South Island are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cairns Airport to South Island?
As of April 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Cairns Airport to South Island.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport 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 from Cairns Airport to South Island.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Island?
The required travel and health documents for your South Island trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Island. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Cairns to South Island?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Cairns and South Island, the leading plane model is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets), making up 28.87% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A320-100/200 with 25.81%, Airbus A321neo with 10.37%, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 8.25%.
Best airlines flying from Cairns to South Island
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| Airline | Rating | Free cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $395 | Free cancellation | Rating 6.6 436 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $680 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.5 396 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $1,019 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.5 818 reviews |
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I’m not ready to book a flight from Cairns to South Island right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to South Island from Cairns. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.