Which airlines fly to South Island?

Air New Zealand, Jetstar and Virgin Australia are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Island from Victoria according to our data. Air New Zealand is the first choice among our users, with 34% 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.

How many flights depart from Victoria to South Island on average per week?

The number of flights available between Victoria and South Island is 220 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Sun, with 18% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

Jetstar, Air New Zealand, and Virgin Australia are the most popular carriers operating from Victoria to South Island

How many flights depart from Victoria to South Island on average per day?

As of December 2025, there are 31 flights per day flying from Victoria to South Island. The most common time of day flights depart is 09:00, with 65% of flights taking off at midday.

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

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

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Victoria to South Island?

As of December 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Victoria to South Island.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Victoria 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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CHC

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MEL

3h 45mdirect

$400Jetstar

Sun, 10 May - Sat, 23 May

11:05 - 16:20

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MEL

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$461Jetstar

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11:35 - 16:45

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ZQN

3h 10mdirect

17:40 - 19:10

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MEL

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$466Virgin Australia

Mon, 20 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr

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$487Multiple Airlines

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ZQN

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16:05 - 09:25

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MEL

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$557Multiple Airlines

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ZQN

13h 05m1 stop

20:50 - 07:35

ZQN

AVV

12h 45m1 stop

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10:20 - 21:05

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ZQN

8h 45m1 stop

15:30 - 23:15

ZQN

AVV

9h 45m1 stop

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10:35 - 19:35

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NSN

7h 00m1 stop

15:50 - 21:30

NSN

MEL

7h 40m1 stop

$844Air New Zealand

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16:50 - 12:40

MEL

IVC

17h 50m2 stops

12:25 - 21:30

IVC

MEL

11h 05m1 stop

$844Air New Zealand

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Jetstar flights from Victoria to South Island

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Jetstar

10 May

MEL11:05Melbourne

3h 15m

CHC16:20Christchurch

23 May

CHC08:20Christchurch

3h 45m

MEL10:05Melbourne

$400

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1 June

MEL11:05Melbourne

3h 15m

CHC16:20Christchurch

16 June

CHC08:20Christchurch

3h 45m

MEL10:05Melbourne

$439

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19 Mar

MEL12:05Melbourne

3h 15m

CHC17:20Christchurch

25 Mar

CHC09:15Christchurch

3h 45m

MEL11:00Melbourne

$461

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4 Feb

AVV10:20Melbourne Avalon

8h 45m

1 stop

ZQN21:05Queenstown Intl

7 Feb

ZQN15:30Queenstown Intl

9h 45m

1 stop

AVV23:15Melbourne Avalon

$735

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18 Mar

AVV06:00Melbourne Avalon

13h 05m

1 stop

ZQN21:05Queenstown Intl

25 Mar

ZQN20:50Queenstown Intl

12h 45m

1 stop

AVV07:35Melbourne Avalon

$737

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1 Feb

AVV06:00Melbourne Avalon

13h 05m

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8 Feb

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18h 05m

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Nonstop3h 45m

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Nonstop3h 45m

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MELCHC

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12:05-17:20

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09:15-11:00

Nonstop3h 45m

$461

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MELZQN

Melbourne

Mon 20/4

11:35-16:45

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

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17:40-19:10

Nonstop3h 30m

$466

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MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Fri 20/3

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

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Nonstop3h 55m

$487

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MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

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Queenstown Intl

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16:05-09:25

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$557

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Mon 9/2

06:00-21:05

1 stop13h 05m

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1 stop12h 45m

$731

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AVVZQN

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 4/2

10:20-21:05

1 stop8h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 7/2

15:30-23:15

1 stop9h 45m

$735

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MEL - NSN

MELNSN

Melbourne

Wed 11/2

10:35-19:35

1 stop7h 00m

Nelson

Wed 18/2

15:50-21:30

1 stop7h 40m

$844

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MELIVC

Melbourne

Tue 10/2

16:50-12:40

2 stops17h 50m

Invercargill

Tue 17/2

12:25-21:30

1 stop11h 05m

$844

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Island?

The cheapest month to fly to South Island from Victoria is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $457, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of June is another great option to travel to South Island, with average flight prices from Victoria averaging around $470.

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 Sunday when prices can be found for as low as $510. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from Victoria to South Island on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around $562. 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 Victoria at midday is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $454 when looking at flights departing at midday. Flights in the morning are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of $554.

What is the cheapest Victoria to South Island flight route?

Fly from Melbourne to Queenstown Intl for the best Victoria - South Island flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Island?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Island from Victoria when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Island for around $529 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Island from Victoria for as low as $427 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Victoria to South Island flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Victoria to South Island flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

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

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The fastest flight from Victoria to South Island takes 3h 05m

Direct flights go from Victoria to South Island every day.

There are 12 airports in South Island. From Victoria there are direct flights to Queenstown Intl (ZQN), Christchurch (CHC).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Victoria to South Island?
Prices for flights from Victoria to South Island are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Victoria to South Island?
As of December 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Victoria to South Island.
How old do you have to be to fly from Victoria to South Island?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Victoria 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 Victoria to South Island?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Victoria to South Island is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (19.33% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A320-100/200 (12.99%), Airbus A321neo (11.05%), and Boeing 737 MAX 8 (10.37%).

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Jetstar	PriceFrom $218	Free cancellation	Rating 6.5 496 reviews	Search Jetstar flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $241	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 430 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $297	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,448 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $330	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 562 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $331	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 957 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights

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

Flights from Victoria 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.

How can momondo help me find flights from Victoria to South Island?

Once you have performed a search for Victoria to South Island flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Victoria to South Island right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Island?

Flying to South Island from Victoria at midday is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $454 when looking at flights departing at midday. Flights in the morning are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of $554.

What is the cheapest Victoria to South Island flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to South Island?

What cabin class options are available on Victoria to South Island flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Victoria to South Island flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

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

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

Jetstar, Air New Zealand, and Virgin Australia are the most popular carriers operating from Victoria to South Island

Which airlines fly to South Island?

How many flights depart from Victoria to South Island on average per day?

As of December 2025, there are 31 flights per day flying from Victoria to South Island. The most common time of day flights depart is 09:00, with 65% of flights taking off at midday.

How many flights depart from Victoria to South Island on average per week?

The number of flights available between Victoria and South Island is 220 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Sun, with 18% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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What is the most popular plane model from Victoria to South Island?

Best airlines flying from Victoria to South Island

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Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Victoria to South Island?

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

How can momondo help me find flights from Victoria to South Island?

I’m not ready to book a flight from Victoria to South Island right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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