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Cheap flights from South Island to Europe from $980

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 1/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — CPH
6 Dec — 13 Dec1
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 6 November 2025.

Sun 16/1122:30CHC - CDG
1 stop44h 10mChina Southern
Sat 29/1111:05CDG - CHC
1 stop42h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 3/11$1,760
Mon 17/1122:30CHC - AMS
1 stop32h 05mChina Southern
Sat 22/1120:35AMS - CHC
2 stops32h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 5/11$1,953
Mon 10/1122:30CHC - LHR
2 stops52h 30mChina Southern
Wed 26/1122:00LHR - CHC
1 stop30h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 4/11$2,255
Fri 5/1222:30CHC - AMS
2 stops56h 05mChina Southern
Sun 28/1221:40AMS - CHC
1 stop31h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 3/11$2,363
Mon 10/1106:00CHC - LHR
2 stops49h 10mEtihad Airways
Wed 26/1119:20LHR - CHC
2 stops39h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 4/11$2,384
Tue 11/1109:15CHC - LHR
2 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/1219:20LHR - CHC
2 stops39h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11$2,388
Mon 10/1116:05CHC - LHR
3 stops40h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/1117:00LHR - CHC
3 stops42h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11$2,462
Thu 13/1106:05CHC - DUS
3 stops39h 25mBritish Airways
Mon 17/1112:55DUS - CHC
3 stops47h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/11$2,464
Wed 3/1222:30CHC - CDG
1 stop44h 10mChina Southern
Wed 10/1211:05CDG - CHC
1 stop42h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 3/11$2,466
Sun 16/1106:05CHC - CDG
3 stops45h 15mBritish Airways
Sat 29/1111:40CDG - CHC
3 stops48h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/11$2,480
Wed 3/1206:10CHC - CDG
2 stops36h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1211:05CDG - CHC
1 stop42h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$2,576
Sat 13/1206:15CHC - LHR
2 stops37h 35mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/110:05LHR - CHC
2 stops39h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/11$2,581

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 6 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,953

One-way from

$980
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 17/11-22/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 64h 50m total
  • South Island to Europe
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 1/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 05m 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 6 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Island to Europe that are best for you.

Fly from

South Island

Fly to

Europe

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchAmsterdam

CHC - AMS

CHCAMS

Christchurch

Mon 17/11

22:30-18:35

1 stop32h 05m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sat 22/11

20:35-17:20

2 stops32h 45m

$1,953

ChristchurchLondon

CHC - LHR

CHCLHR

Christchurch

Mon 9/3

06:10-05:45

2 stops36h 35m

London Heathrow

Sun 22/3

17:55-23:55

2 stops41h 00m

$2,186

DunedinLondon

DUD - LHR

DUDLHR

Dunedin

Sun 18/1

19:05-05:45

3 stops47h 40m

London Heathrow

Sun 22/2

21:00-20:40

3 stops34h 40m

$2,224

ChristchurchLondon

CHC - LHR

CHCLHR

Christchurch

Fri 1/5

06:35-12:45

2 stops41h 10m

London Heathrow

Sun 31/5

14:45-14:20

2 stops36h 35m

$2,245

ChristchurchAmsterdam

CHC - AMS

CHCAMS

Christchurch

Fri 5/12

22:30-18:35

2 stops32h 05m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sun 28/12

21:40-17:20

1 stop31h 40m

$2,301

ChristchurchLondon

CHC - LGW

CHCLGW

Christchurch

Mon 9/3

14:00-14:00

2 stops37h 00m

London Gatwick

Sun 22/3

17:00-17:20

2 stops35h 20m

$2,354

ChristchurchParis

CHC - CDG

CHCCDG

Christchurch

Mon 4/5

06:35-08:00

2 stops59h 25m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Mon 25/5

22:00-23:05

2 stops39h 05m

$2,365

ChristchurchParis

CHC - CDG

CHCCDG

Christchurch

Mon 4/5

10:50-21:15

1 stop44h 25m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Mon 25/5

11:15-00:40

2 stops27h 25m

$2,425

ChristchurchParis

CHC - CDG

CHCCDG

Christchurch

Mon 4/5

10:50-21:15

1 stop44h 25m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Mon 25/5

11:15-00:40

2 stops27h 25m

$2,430

ChristchurchParis

CHC - CDG

CHCCDG

Christchurch

Wed 3/12

22:30-06:40

1 stop44h 10m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Wed 10/12

11:05-17:20

1 stop42h 15m

$2,466

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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 $1,302). Flying from South Island to Europe in September is currently the most expensive (average of $2,153). 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 6 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 6 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
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
3,402 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
1,393 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
524 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
927 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
1,285 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

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, Etihad Airways, and Singapore Airlines can get you from South Island to Europe in just under 32h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 20m. 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?

    $980 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from China Southern. You may also be able to find cheap deals on EVA Air and Singapore Airlines, with prices starting from $1,015 and $1,074, 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 $1,302). Flying from South Island to Europe in September is currently the most expensive (average of $2,153). 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 6 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$1,480Average$2,311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,588Average$2,182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$2,031Average$2,881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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British AirwaysCheapest$2,047Average$2,330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$2,063Average$2,601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapest$2,078Average$2,327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$2,304Average$3,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,338Average$3,100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,561Average$3,376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,609Average$3,145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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