Cheap flights from South Island to North America from $618

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 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — LAX
10 May — 17 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Island to North America

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Cheapest flights from South Island to North America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Island to North America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 April 2026.

Wed 29/718:50
CHC
-
HNL
3 stops48h 20m
Fiji Airways
Tue 4/812:05
HNL
-
CHC
2 stops26h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 7/4$1,164
Wed 29/717:20
CHC
-
HNL
3 stops49h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/812:05
HNL
-
CHC
2 stops26h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/4$1,188
Sat 23/509:45
CHC
-
HNL
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 30/523:55
HNL
-
CHC
2 stops18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/4$1,215
Sat 16/506:15
CHC
-
HNL
2 stops37h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 30/523:55
HNL
-
CHC
2 stops18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,244
Tue 1/906:15
CHC
-
HNL
3 stops26h 35m
Fiji Airways
Sat 5/923:55
HNL
-
CHC
1 stop14h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 8/4$1,261
Sat 9/506:15
CHC
-
HNL
2 stops37h 55m
Fiji Airways
Sat 16/523:55
HNL
-
CHC
2 stops35h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 8/4$1,312
Wed 13/508:30
CHC
-
SFO
2 stops24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 20/522:35
SFO
-
CHC
2 stops39h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/4$1,632
Sat 16/512:55
CHC
-
SFO
2 stops44h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 29/522:35
SFO
-
CHC
2 stops38h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,646
Fri 15/509:40
CHC
-
SFO
2 stops23h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 22/522:35
SFO
-
CHC
2 stops23h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/4$1,651
Mon 11/506:00
CHC
-
JFK
2 stops30h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/517:25
JFK
-
CHC
2 stops30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4$1,655
Tue 3/1106:05
CHC
-
JFK
2 stops33h 25m
American Airlines
Sat 7/1121:25
JFK
-
CHC
2 stops48h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 9/4$1,661
Fri 1/516:35
CHC
-
JFK
2 stops39h 21m
American Airlines
Sun 3/511:00
JFK
-
CHC
2 stops36h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 9/4$1,684

Find flight deals from South Island to North America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Island to North America flight deals. Data was last updated 10 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,164

One-way from

$618
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 29/7-4/8
  • 5 total stops
  • 74h 20m total
  • South Island to North America
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 31/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 40m total
  • South Island to North America

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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

ChristchurchHonolulu

CHC - HNL

CHCHNL

Christchurch

Wed 29/7

18:50-21:10

3 stops48h 20m

Honolulu

Tue 4/8

12:05-12:05

2 stops26h 00m

$1,164

ChristchurchHonolulu

CHC - HNL

CHCHNL

Christchurch

Tue 1/9

06:15-10:50

3 stops26h 35m

Honolulu

Sat 5/9

23:55-12:05

1 stop14h 10m

$1,261

ChristchurchHonolulu

CHC - HNL

CHCHNL

Christchurch

Fri 24/4

13:50-22:10

2 stops54h 20m

Honolulu

Sat 9/5

23:55-12:05

1 stop14h 10m

$1,434

ChristchurchHonolulu

CHC - HNL

CHCHNL

Christchurch

Thu 11/6

17:35-08:25

2 stops36h 50m

Honolulu

Sun 21/6

10:15-20:25

1 stop12h 10m

$1,590

ChristchurchHonolulu

CHC - HNL

CHCHNL

Christchurch

Thu 6/8

16:35-09:55

1 stop15h 20m

Honolulu

Mon 10/8

11:50-15:25

1 stop29h 35m

$1,617

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Fri 15/5

09:40-13:55

2 stops23h 15m

San Francisco

Fri 22/5

22:35-16:40

2 stops23h 05m

$1,651

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Tue 8/9

06:00-23:06

2 stops36h 06m

San Francisco

Sat 12/9

21:24-08:40

2 stops40h 16m

$1,684

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - JFK

CHCJFK

Christchurch

Thu 6/8

06:20-18:59

2 stops28h 39m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 22/8

17:30-14:25

2 stops28h 55m

$1,694

ChristchurchNewark

CHC - EWR

CHCEWR

Christchurch

Mon 11/5

06:00-20:55

2 stops30h 55m

Newark

Tue 26/5

17:25-15:25

2 stops30h 00m

$1,694

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - JFK

CHCJFK

Christchurch

Sun 21/6

18:50-16:20

1 stop37h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 29/6

11:29-15:25

2 stops35h 56m

$1,696

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Island to North America

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to North America (average of $900). Flying from South Island to North America in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,225). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing North America

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to North America. 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 North America. Reviews last updated 10 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from South Island to North America to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from South Island to North America?

    A quick flight from South Island to North America can take about 28h 39m. Fiji Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,694. The distance between South Island and North America is about 14671 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 North America one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qantas Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $466. However, be on the lookout for offers from Fiji Airways and Air New Zealand, as they are both options that can get you from South Island to North America for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Island to North America 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 North America?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to North America (average of $900). Flying from South Island to North America in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,225). 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 5 airlines flying from South Island to North America

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$710Average$1,382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,069Average$1,926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,088Average$1,623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,226Average$2,102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,242Average$1,749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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