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Cheap flights from South Island to Istanbul from $1,036

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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — IST
23 Jul — 30 Jul1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Island to Istanbul

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Island to Istanbul flight deals. Data was last updated 18 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,779

One-way from

$1,036
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 17/11-21/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 82h 05m total
  • South Island to Istanbul
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1/9
  • 1/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 20m total
  • South Island to Istanbul
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Cheapest flights from South Island to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Island to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 July 2025.

Mon 17/1122:30CHC - IST
1 stop42h 40mChina Southern
Fri 21/1115:55IST - CHC
1 stop39h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 16/7$1,779
Tue 29/706:10CHC - IST
2 stops43h 25mTurkish Airlines
Wed 3/901:40IST - CHC
2 stops37h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/7$1,920
Tue 29/706:35CHC - IST
2 stops37h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/901:50IST - CHC
3 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/7$2,189
Mon 17/1116:05CHC - IST
2 stops50h 20mSingapore Airlines
Fri 21/1113:25IST - CHC
2 stops25h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 16/7$2,815
Fri 26/1221:00CHC - IST
2 stops56h 00mAir New Zealand
Sun 4/113:25IST - CHC
1 stop24h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/7$3,662

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Island to Istanbul that are best for you.

Fly from

South Island

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchIstanbul

CHC - IST

CHCIST

Christchurch

Mon 17/11

22:30-07:10

1 stop42h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 21/11

15:55-17:20

1 stop39h 25m

$1,779

ChristchurchIstanbul

CHC - IST

CHCIST

Christchurch

Tue 29/7

06:10-16:35

2 stops43h 25m

Istanbul

Wed 3/9

01:40-23:50

2 stops37h 10m

$1,920

ChristchurchIstanbul

CHC - IST

CHCIST

Christchurch

Tue 29/7

06:35-11:00

2 stops37h 25m

Istanbul

Wed 3/9

01:50-22:10

3 stops35h 20m

$2,189

ChristchurchIstanbul

CHC - IST

CHCIST

Christchurch

Mon 17/11

16:05-08:25

2 stops50h 20m

Istanbul

Fri 21/11

13:25-00:40

2 stops25h 15m

$2,815

ChristchurchIstanbul

CHC - IST

CHCIST

Christchurch

Fri 26/12

21:00-19:00

2 stops56h 00m

Istanbul

Sun 4/1

13:25-23:40

1 stop24h 15m

$3,662

ChristchurchIstanbul

CHC - IST

CHCIST

Christchurch

Mon 1/9

06:10-06:30

2 stops57h 20m

$1,036

ChristchurchIstanbul

CHC - IST

CHCIST

Christchurch

Tue 29/7

06:35-11:00

1 stop37h 25m

$1,580

ChristchurchIstanbul

CHC - IST

CHCIST

Christchurch

Mon 1/9

10:50-08:30

1 stop54h 40m

$3,785

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Deals found on 18/7

Best time to book a flight from South Island to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Island to Istanbul

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Istanbul (average of $1,094). Flying from South Island to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,404). 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 IST?

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Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Island to Istanbul as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. 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 Istanbul. Reviews last updated 18 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Air New Zealand, andChina Southern from South Island to Istanbul. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
496 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
China Southern
7.6
Good
104 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,906 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Island to Istanbul 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 Istanbul?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Istanbul (average of $1,094). Flying from South Island to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,404). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$1,461Average$1,796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,970Average$2,209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$2,295Average$2,701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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