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Cheap flights from Cairns to South Island from $362

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10:55 - 14:15CNS-ZQN
24h 20m1 stop
19:50 - 11:10ZQN-CNS
18h 20m1 stop
$700Virgin Australia
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Mon, 9 Dec - Wed, 18 Dec
14:40 - 16:40CNS-ZQN
23h 00m1 stop
17:30 - 16:40ZQN-CNS
26h 10m1 stop
$717Virgin Australia
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Mon, 10 Feb - Sat, 15 Feb
09:45 - 00:05CNS-CHC
11h 20m1 stop
09:15 - 22:10CHC-CNS
15h 55m1 stop
$843Jetstar
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Sat, 1 Feb - Sun, 9 Mar
09:45 - 00:05CNS-CHC
11h 20m1 stop
09:15 - 22:10CHC-CNS
15h 55m1 stop
$847Jetstar
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Sat, 1 Feb - Sun, 9 Mar
09:45 - 09:40CNS-ZQN
20h 55m3 stops
16:50 - 20:55ZQN-CNS
31h 05m2 stops
Mon, 10 Feb - Sat, 15 Feb
09:45 - 15:20CNS-ZQN
26h 35m3 stops
12:20 - 17:35ZQN-CNS
8h 15m1 stop
Mon, 10 Feb - Sat, 15 Feb
12:45 - 22:20CNS-CHC
30h 35m2 stops
09:40 - 22:10CHC-CNS
15h 30m2 stops
$1,041Qantas Airways
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Sat, 1 Feb - Sun, 9 Mar
06:00 - 23:55CNS-CHC
14h 55m1 stop
15:40 - 22:45CHC-CNS
10h 05m1 stop
$1,378Qantas Airways
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Wed, 25 Dec - Sat, 28 Dec
12:45 - 12:15CNS-ZQN
20h 30m2 stops
10:25 - 14:50ZQN-CNS
31h 25m3 stops
$1,648Air New Zealand
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Mon, 9 Dec - Wed, 18 Dec
18:45 - 17:35CNS-CHC
19h 50m2 stops
06:50 - 12:05CHC-CNS
32h 15m2 stops
$1,912Air New Zealand
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Mon, 23 Dec - Mon, 30 Dec
17:20 - 16:40CNS-ZQN
20h 20m1 stop
$362Virgin Australia
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Fri, 28 Feb
09:45 - 00:05CNS-CHC
11h 20m1 stop
$370Jetstar
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Fri, 24 Jan
06:00 - 16:40CNS-ZQN
7h 40m1 stop
$371Virgin Australia
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Mon, 17 Mar
06:40 - 19:35CNS-ZQN
9h 55m1 stop
$444Jetstar
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Wed, 4 Dec
12:45 - 00:15CNS-CHC
8h 30m1 stop
$549Qantas Airways
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Fri, 27 Dec
09:05 - 07:45CNS-CHC
19h 40m2 stops
$584Qantas Airways
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Fri, 24 Jan
12:30 - 10:40CNS-ZQN
19h 10m3 stops
$834Air New Zealand
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Fri, 28 Feb
06:00 - 09:40CNS-ZQN
24h 40m3 stops
$1,566Air New Zealand
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Fri, 27 Dec
12:45 - 21:05CNS-ZQN
29h 20m3 stops
$1,840Emirates
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Sun, 17 Nov
12:45 - 14:35CNS-ZQN
22h 50m3 stops
$2,053Emirates
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Sun, 17 Nov
06:00 - 23:55CNS-CHC
14h 55m1 stop
06:10 - 08:20CHC-CNS
29h 10m1 stop
$1,020
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Thu, 7 Nov - Wed, 20 Nov
09:00 - 23:55CNS-CHC
11h 55m1 stop
09:40 - 22:10CHC-CNS
15h 30m2 stops
$1,138Qantas Airways
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Thu, 7 Nov - Wed, 20 Nov
06:00 - 00:15CNS-CHC
15h 15m2 stops
06:45 - 22:45CHC-CNS
19h 00m2 stops
$1,633Qantas Airways
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Thu, 7 Nov - Wed, 20 Nov

Jetstar flights from Cairns to South Island

Our best Jetstar deals on Cairns to South Island flight tickets
Jetstar
1 Feb
CNS09:45Cairns
11h 20m
1 stop
CHC00:05Christchurch
9 Mar
CHC09:15Christchurch
15h 55m
1 stop
CNS22:10Cairns
Jetstar
1 Feb
CNS09:45Cairns
11h 20m
1 stop
CHC00:05Christchurch
9 Mar
CHC09:15Christchurch
15h 55m
1 stop
CNS22:10Cairns
Jetstar
10 Feb
CNS09:00Cairns
22h 05m
2 stops
ZQN10:05Queenstown Intl
15 Feb
ZQN20:35Queenstown Intl
14h 55m
1 stop
CNS08:30Cairns

Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to South Island

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Cairns to South Island flight tickets
Qantas Airways
1 Feb
CNS12:45Cairns
30h 35m
2 stops
CHC22:20Christchurch
9 Mar
CHC09:40Christchurch
15h 30m
2 stops
CNS22:10Cairns
Qantas Airways
11 Nov
CNS20:35Cairns
15h 00m
1 stop
CHC14:35Christchurch
18 Nov
CHC18:15Christchurch
20h 35m
2 stops
CNS11:50Cairns
Qantas Airways
11 Nov
CNS20:35Cairns
24h 20m
2 stops
CHC23:55Christchurch
18 Nov
CHC18:15Christchurch
20h 35m
2 stops
CNS11:50Cairns

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cairns to South Island

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What is the cheapest airline that flies to South Island from Cairns?

Jetstar. Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Cairns to South Island

What is the cheapest Cairns to South Island flight route?

Cairns - Queenstown Intl. Fly from Cairns to Queenstown Intl for the best Cairns - South Island flight prices

Can stopping save me money on Cairns to South Island flights?

You could potentially save up to 20% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cairns to South Island flight.

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

$362

Fastest flight time

7h 10m

Direct flights

None

Airports in South Island

2 airports
The best one-way flight to South Island from Cairns in the past 72 hours is $362. The best return flight deal from Cairns to South Island found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $700.
The fastest flight from Cairns to South Island takes 7h 10m
There are no direct flights from Cairns to South Island. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Cairns Airport - Queenstown Intl Airport and Cairns Airport - Christchurch Airport.
There are 2 airports near South Island: Queenstown Intl (ZQN), Christchurch (CHC)

  • 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?

  • 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?


Best airlines flying from Cairns to South Island

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Rating
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JetstarPriceFrom $510Free cancellationRating
6.6
520 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $648Free cancellationRating
7.6
491 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $958Free cancellationRating
7.5
832 reviews
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