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Cheap flights from South Island to Europe from $843

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 22/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — CPH
13 Dec — 20 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 13 November 2025.

Sat 22/1122:30CHC - AMS
1 stop32h 05mChina Southern
Wed 26/1121:40AMS - CHC
1 stop31h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 12/11$1,679
Sun 23/1122:30CHC - AMS
2 stops56h 05mChina Southern
Tue 2/1220:35AMS - CHC
2 stops56h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 11/11$1,716
Sun 23/1122:30CHC - CDG
1 stop44h 10mChina Southern
Mon 8/1211:05CDG - CHC
1 stop42h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 11/11$1,724
Sat 22/1122:30CHC - AMS
1 stop32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/1120:00AMS - CHC
2 stops54h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$2,096
Tue 25/1106:05CHC - FCO
3 stops46h 50mBritish Airways
Wed 3/1217:50FCO - CHC
3 stops42h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/11$2,292
Fri 5/1214:15CHC - DUB
2 stops30h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/1213:35DUB - CHC
2 stops32h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/11$2,293
Sun 23/1122:30CHC - CDG
1 stop44h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1211:05CDG - CHC
2 stops36h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$2,323
Sun 23/1106:15CHC - CDG
2 stops36h 20mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/1211:35CDG - CHC
2 stops39h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/11$2,454
Fri 5/1214:15CHC - LHR
2 stops31h 10mLufthansa
Fri 12/1213:45LHR - CHC
1 stop31h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 12/11$2,544
Sun 23/1106:00CHC - AMS
2 stops48h 35mEtihad Airways
Tue 2/1221:20AMS - CHC
3 stops40h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/11$2,661
Mon 8/1209:50CHC - CDG
2 stops33h 15mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/111:05CDG - CHC
2 stops39h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/11$2,668
Tue 25/1106:00CHC - FCO
2 stops48h 00mEtihad Airways
Wed 3/1210:25FCO - CHC
2 stops27h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/11$2,716

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 13 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,716

One-way from

$843
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 23/11-2/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 112h 50m total
  • South Island to Europe
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22/1
  • 22/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 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 13 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

Fly to

Europe

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchAmsterdam

CHC - AMS

CHCAMS

Christchurch

Sun 23/11

22:30-18:35

2 stops56h 05m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 2/12

20:35-17:20

2 stops56h 45m

$1,716

ChristchurchLondon

CHC - LGW

CHCLGW

Christchurch

Fri 27/3

15:50-22:35

3 stops43h 45m

London Gatwick

Tue 30/6

07:00-13:25

3 stops43h 25m

$1,975

ChristchurchLondon

CHC - LHR

CHCLHR

Christchurch

Mon 9/3

06:10-05:45

2 stops36h 35m

London Heathrow

Sun 22/3

21:00-14:10

2 stops28h 10m

$2,065

ChristchurchRome

CHC - FCO

CHCFCO

Christchurch

Tue 25/11

06:05-16:55

3 stops46h 50m

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 3/12

17:50-23:55

3 stops42h 05m

$2,292

ChristchurchDublin

CHC - DUB

CHCDUB

Christchurch

Fri 5/12

14:15-07:30

2 stops30h 15m

Dublin

Wed 10/12

13:35-10:35

2 stops32h 00m

$2,293

ChristchurchParis

CHC - CDG

CHCCDG

Christchurch

Sun 23/11

22:30-06:40

1 stop44h 10m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Mon 8/12

11:05-11:25

2 stops36h 20m

$2,323

ChristchurchParis

CHC - CDG

CHCCDG

Christchurch

Mon 4/5

06:35-19:20

2 stops46h 45m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Mon 25/5

22:00-23:05

2 stops39h 05m

$2,336

ChristchurchParis

CHC - CDG

CHCCDG

Christchurch

Sun 23/11

06:15-06:35

2 stops36h 20m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Mon 8/12

11:35-14:40

2 stops39h 05m

$2,454

ChristchurchLondon

CHC - LGW

CHCLGW

Christchurch

Mon 9/3

14:00-14:00

2 stops37h 00m

London Gatwick

Sun 22/3

10:30-17:20

2 stops41h 50m

$2,465

ChristchurchLondon

CHC - LHR

CHCLHR

Christchurch

Sat 4/4

06:35-18:50

2 stops48h 15m

London Heathrow

Thu 9/4

20:40-23:05

2 stops39h 25m

$2,467

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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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Cheapflights Insights

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 $1,300). Flying from South Island to Europe in September is currently the most expensive (average of $2,150). 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 13 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 13 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
3,408 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

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
3,408 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,408 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

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
1,401 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,408 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

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
526 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,408 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

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
933 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,408 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

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
1,292 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,408 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

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

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

    China Southern, British Airways, and United Airlines can get you from South Island to Europe in just under 30h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 25h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 18894 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?

    $1,016 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 $1,018 and $1,065, 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 $1,300). Flying from South Island to Europe in September is currently the most expensive (average of $2,150). 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 13 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$1,478Average$2,308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,586Average$2,179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$2,029Average$2,877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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British AirwaysCheapest$2,045Average$2,327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$2,061Average$2,598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapest$2,076Average$2,324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$2,301Average$3,209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,335Average$3,096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,558Average$3,372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,606Average$3,141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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