What is the cheapest airline that flies from Maroochydore Sunshine Coast to South Island?

Jetstar and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Maroochydore Sunshine Coast to South Island

Which airlines fly to South Island?

Virgin Australia, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Island from Maroochydore according to our data. Virgin Australia is the first choice among our users, with 40% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Island. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to South Island on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Maroochydore Sunshine Coast Airport to South Island?

Prices for flights from Maroochydore Sunshine Coast Airport to South Island are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Maroochydore Sunshine Coast Airport to South Island?

The number of operators available for flights from Maroochydore Sunshine Coast Airport to South Island is 1 as of February 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Maroochydore Sunshine Coast 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 Maroochydore Sunshine Coast 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.

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08:15 - 19:55

MCY

CHC

8h 40m

1 stop

06:00 - 11:15

CHC

MCY

7h 15m

1 stop

$667Multiple Airlines

Fri, 27 Mar - Fri, 10 Apr

08:10 - 20:50

MCY

CHC

9h 40m

1 stop

06:00 - 16:10

CHC

MCY

12h 10m

1 stop

$698Multiple Airlines

Sun, 29 Mar - Sun, 5 Apr

09:30 - 14:15

MCY

ZQN

25h 45m

1 stop

14:00 - 11:50

ZQN

MCY

24h 50m

1 stop

$711Virgin Australia

Thu, 12 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar

17:20 - 13:30

MCY

ZQN

18h 10m

1 stop

17:40 - 12:00

ZQN

MCY

20h 20m

1 stop

$721Virgin Australia

Fri, 3 Jul - Mon, 13 Jul

17:20 - 13:30

MCY

ZQN

18h 10m

1 stop

17:40 - 12:00

ZQN

MCY

20h 20m

1 stop

$725Virgin Australia

Fri, 3 Jul - Mon, 13 Jul

12:25 - 16:45

MCY

ZQN

25h 20m

1 stop

14:25 - 16:40

ZQN

MCY

28h 15m

1 stop

$742Virgin Australia

Wed, 1 Apr - Wed, 8 Apr

13:40 - 13:30

MCY

ZQN

21h 50m

1 stop

17:40 - 10:40

ZQN

MCY

19h 00m

2 stops

$743Virgin Australia

Fri, 3 Jul - Mon, 13 Jul

17:20 - 13:30

MCY

ZQN

18h 10m

1 stop

17:40 - 16:40

ZQN

MCY

25h 00m

2 stops

$746Virgin Australia

Fri, 3 Jul - Mon, 13 Jul

20:25 - 23:40

MCY

CHC

25h 15m

2 stops

17:20 - 07:55

CHC

MCY

16h 35m

1 stop

$818Jetstar

Sat, 11 Apr - Sat, 18 Apr

12:00 - 23:55

MCY

CHC

8h 55m

1 stop

06:05 - 07:40

CHC

MCY

28h 35m

1 stop

$861Qantas Airways

Wed, 11 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar

Air New Zealand flights from Maroochydore to South Island

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Maroochydore to South Island flight tickets

Air New Zealand

27 Mar

MCY06:00Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

30h 25m

2 stops

CHC15:25Christchurch

10 Apr

CHC10:20Christchurch

31h 50m

2 stops

MCY16:10Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

$1,044

Air New Zealand

12 Mar

MCY11:10Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

18h 10m

2 stops

ZQN08:20Queenstown Intl

19 Mar

ZQN13:05Queenstown Intl

34h 20m

3 stops

MCY20:25Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

$1,371

Air New Zealand

3 July

MCY11:55Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

18h 30m

2 stops

ZQN08:25Queenstown Intl

13 July

ZQN10:25Queenstown Intl

31h 45m

3 stops

MCY16:10Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

$1,486

Qantas Airways flights from Maroochydore to South Island

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Maroochydore to South Island flight tickets

Qantas Airways

11 Mar

MCY12:00Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

8h 55m

1 stop

CHC23:55Christchurch

15 Mar

CHC06:05Christchurch

28h 35m

1 stop

MCY07:40Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

$860

Qantas Airways

28 Mar

MCY11:10Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

9h 45m

1 stop

CHC23:55Christchurch

6 Apr

CHC06:00Christchurch

12h 10m

1 stop

MCY16:10Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

$1,195

Qantas Airways

29 Mar

MCY10:55Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

10h 15m

2 stops

CHC00:10Christchurch

5 Apr

CHC15:45Christchurch

21h 30m

2 stops

MCY11:15Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

$1,217

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MaroochydoreChristchurch

MCY - CHC

MCYCHC

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Fri 27/3

08:15-19:55

1 stop8h 40m

Christchurch

Fri 10/4

06:00-11:15

1 stop7h 15m

$667

MaroochydoreChristchurch

MCY - CHC

MCYCHC

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sun 29/3

08:10-20:50

1 stop9h 40m

Christchurch

Sun 5/4

06:00-16:10

1 stop12h 10m

$698

MaroochydoreQueenstown

MCY - ZQN

MCYZQN

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Thu 12/3

09:30-14:15

1 stop25h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 19/3

14:00-11:50

1 stop24h 50m

$711

MaroochydoreQueenstown

MCY - ZQN

MCYZQN

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Fri 3/7

17:20-13:30

1 stop18h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 13/7

17:40-12:00

1 stop20h 20m

$721

MaroochydoreQueenstown

MCY - ZQN

MCYZQN

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Fri 3/7

17:20-13:30

1 stop18h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 13/7

17:40-12:00

1 stop20h 20m

$725

MaroochydoreQueenstown

MCY - ZQN

MCYZQN

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Wed 1/4

12:25-16:45

1 stop25h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 8/4

14:25-16:40

1 stop28h 15m

$742

MaroochydoreQueenstown

MCY - ZQN

MCYZQN

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Fri 3/7

13:40-13:30

1 stop21h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 13/7

17:40-10:40

2 stops19h 00m

$743

MaroochydoreQueenstown

MCY - ZQN

MCYZQN

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Fri 3/7

17:20-13:30

1 stop18h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 13/7

17:40-16:40

2 stops25h 00m

$746

MaroochydoreChristchurch

MCY - CHC

MCYCHC

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 11/4

20:25-23:40

2 stops25h 15m

Christchurch

Sat 18/4

17:20-07:55

1 stop16h 35m

$818

MaroochydoreChristchurch

MCY - CHC

MCYCHC

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Wed 11/3

12:00-23:55

1 stop8h 55m

Christchurch

Sun 15/3

06:05-07:40

1 stop28h 35m

$860

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

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No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Maroochydore to South Island.

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Fastest flight time	15h 20m
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The fastest flight from Maroochydore to South Island takes 15h 20m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Maroochydore Sunshine Coast Airport to South Island?
Prices for flights from Maroochydore Sunshine Coast Airport to South Island are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Maroochydore Sunshine Coast Airport to South Island?
The number of operators available for flights from Maroochydore Sunshine Coast Airport to South Island is 1 as of February 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Maroochydore Sunshine Coast 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 Maroochydore Sunshine Coast 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 Maroochydore to South Island?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Maroochydore and South Island, the leading plane model is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets), making up 37.13% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A320-100/200 with 29.04%, Airbus A321neo with 12.02%, and Airbus A220-300 with 10.22%.

Best airlines flying from Maroochydore to South Island

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Jetstar	PriceFrom $258	Free cancellation	Rating 6.5 522 reviews		Search Jetstar flights

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