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Cheap flights from South Island to Europe from $765

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 30/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — MAD
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Island to Europe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Island to Europe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 November 2025.

Fri 26/1222:30CHC - CDG
1 stop44h 10mChina Southern
Fri 2/111:05CDG - CHC
1 stop42h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 26/11$2,372
Tue 9/1214:15CHC - CDG
2 stops31h 40mUnited Airlines
Sat 17/111:40CDG - CHC
2 stops58h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/11$2,467
Sat 6/1206:05CHC - LHR
2 stops43h 15mAmerican Airlines
Tue 20/111:50LHR - CHC
2 stops55h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 25/11$2,498
Sun 14/1206:05CHC - LHR
2 stops43h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/116:55LHR - CHC
2 stops31h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 27/11$2,534
Fri 5/1214:15CHC - LHR
1 stop30h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 21/113:45LHR - CHC
1 stop31h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/11$2,572
Mon 1/1214:20CHC - MXP
1 stop29h 20mCathay Pacific
Sat 6/1211:55MXP - CHC
1 stop36h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 26/11$2,604
Sat 6/1206:05CHC - LHR
3 stops40h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sun 25/108:20LHR - CHC
2 stops59h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 25/11$2,618
Sun 14/1206:05CHC - LHR
2 stops43h 15mAmerican Airlines
Thu 15/115:10LHR - CHC
2 stops43h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 27/11$2,657
Wed 3/1209:50CHC - LHR
2 stops37h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sat 24/111:50LHR - CHC
2 stops36h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 25/11$2,673
Sun 14/1206:05CHC - LHR
2 stops44h 55mAmerican Airlines
Tue 13/108:20LHR - CHC
2 stops39h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 27/11$2,683
Wed 3/1222:30CHC - LHR
1 stop33h 05mChina Southern
Sun 25/122:00LHR - CHC
1 stop30h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 25/11$2,724
Thu 27/1118:20CHC - AMS
2 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1220:00AMS - CHC
2 stops39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$2,782

Cheap flight deals from South Island to Europe

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Island to Europe flight deals. Data was last updated 27 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,726

One-way from

$765
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 21/1-24/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 63h 25m total
  • South Island to Europe
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 30/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 50m total
  • South Island to Europe
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Island to Europe that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 27 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Island to Europe that are best for you.

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South Island

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Europe

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchAmsterdam

CHC - AMS

CHCAMS

Christchurch

Fri 16/1

22:30-19:15

1 stop32h 45m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sat 7/2

21:40-19:55

2 stops34h 15m

$1,914

ChristchurchAmsterdam

CHC - AMS

CHCAMS

Christchurch

Mon 19/1

22:30-18:55

1 stop32h 25m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 23/1

21:40-17:20

1 stop31h 40m

$1,930

ChristchurchMilan

CHC - MXP

CHCMXP

Christchurch

Tue 12/5

08:20-06:45

2 stops32h 25m

Milan Malpensa

Wed 3/6

11:20-23:55

2 stops26h 35m

$1,937

ChristchurchWarsaw

CHC - WAW

CHCWAW

Christchurch

Fri 6/3

06:05-21:45

3 stops51h 40m

Warsaw Frederic Chopin

Mon 9/3

19:40-23:55

3 stops64h 15m

$1,960

ChristchurchAmsterdam

CHC - AMS

CHCAMS

Christchurch

Fri 16/1

22:30-19:15

1 stop32h 45m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sat 7/2

21:40-17:20

1 stop31h 40m

$1,974

ChristchurchLondon

CHC - LHR

CHCLHR

Christchurch

Mon 16/2

06:05-05:45

2 stops36h 40m

London Heathrow

Mon 16/3

21:00-23:05

2 stops37h 05m

$2,043

ChristchurchLondon

CHC - LHR

CHCLHR

Christchurch

Mon 9/3

06:10-05:45

2 stops36h 35m

London Heathrow

Sun 22/3

21:00-23:55

2 stops37h 55m

$2,060

ChristchurchMilan

CHC - MXP

CHCMXP

Christchurch

Mon 18/5

06:35-06:45

2 stops58h 10m

Milan Malpensa

Thu 21/5

11:20-23:50

2 stops26h 30m

$2,182

ChristchurchMilan

CHC - MXP

CHCMXP

Christchurch

Wed 29/4

06:35-18:40

2 stops46h 05m

Milan Malpensa

Mon 11/5

22:55-23:50

2 stops38h 55m

$2,182

ChristchurchLondon

CHC - LHR

CHCLHR

Christchurch

Thu 5/2

06:05-05:55

2 stops36h 50m

London Heathrow

Mon 9/2

21:00-23:55

2 stops37h 55m

$2,226

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Best time to book a flight from South Island to Europe

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Europe from South Island with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Island to Europe

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Island to Europe?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Europe (average of $1,295). Flying from South Island to Europe in September is currently the most expensive (average of $2,141). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from EDG to EU?

Find hourly flight availability from South Island to Europe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 November 2025.

When flying from South Island to Europe, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 3% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Island to Europe?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Island to Europe. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Island to Europe flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Europe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Europe. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Europe. Reviews last updated 27 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andAir New Zealand from South Island to Europe to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,410 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
537 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
946 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,312 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Island to Europe. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from South Island to Europe?

    China Southern, British Airways, and Etihad Airways can get you from South Island to Europe in just under 32h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 25h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 18667 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Island to Europe one-way?

    $795 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Turkish Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on China Southern and Malaysia Airlines, with prices starting from $1,017 and $1,061, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Island to Europe that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Island to Europe flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Island to Europe?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Island to Europe.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Island to Europe?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Island to Europe by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Island to Europe?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Europe (average of $1,295). Flying from South Island to Europe in September is currently the most expensive (average of $2,141). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from South Island to Europe

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Island to Europe. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 27 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$1,472Average$2,324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,579Average$2,169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$2,020Average$2,877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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British AirwaysCheapest$2,036Average$2,318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$2,052Average$2,565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapest$2,067Average$2,315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$2,292Average$3,195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,325Average$3,064FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,547Average$3,389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,619Average$3,178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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