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Cheap flights from South Island to the Philippines from $653

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 9/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — MNL
4 Apr — 11 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Island to Philippines

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Cheapest flights from South Island to Philippines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Island to Philippines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 March 2026.

Fri 7/808:20
CHC
-
MNL
1 stop26h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 21/812:55
MNL
-
CHC
1 stop23h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/2$1,070
Wed 24/606:30
CHC
-
MNL
1 stop14h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 30/600:05
MNL
-
CHC
1 stop20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/2$1,114
Wed 20/506:30
CHC
-
MNL
1 stop14h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 20/600:05
MNL
-
CHC
1 stop20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,116
Thu 18/606:30
CHC
-
MNL
1 stop14h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 18/621:35
MNL
-
CHC
1 stop21h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3$1,121
Thu 30/406:00
CHC
-
MNL
1 stop18h 25m
Qantas Airways
Thu 7/521:45
MNL
-
CHC
1 stop12h 40m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/3$1,125
Tue 1/906:00
CHC
-
MNL
1 stop16h 50m
Qantas Airways
Wed 30/920:35
MNL
-
CHC
1 stop23h 45m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 4/3$1,138
Wed 11/306:20
CHC
-
MNL
1 stop19h 00m
Qantas Airways
Wed 18/319:20
MNL
-
CHC
1 stop23h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 3/3$1,146
Sat 8/806:30
CHC
-
MNL
1 stop14h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 20/800:05
MNL
-
CHC
1 stop20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/2$1,153
Tue 21/406:00
CHC
-
MNL
1 stop15h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 21/500:05
MNL
-
CHC
1 stop20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3$1,160
Fri 14/808:20
CHC
-
CEB
2 stops20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 15/812:55
CEB
-
CHC
2 stops23h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,333
Wed 20/515:45
CHC
-
CEB
2 stops30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 24/619:20
CEB
-
CHC
2 stops24h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3$1,341
Fri 14/806:00
CHC
-
CEB
2 stops19h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 1/1014:35
CEB
-
CHC
2 stops29h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3$1,368

Find flight deals from South Island to Philippines

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Island to Philippines flight deals. Data was last updated 5 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,070

One-way from

$653

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,867
7/8-21/8
  • 7/8-21/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 15m total
  • South Island to Philippines
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9/7
  • 9/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 10m total
  • South Island to Philippines
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($234 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($94 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Island to Philippines 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 5 March 2026.
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Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchManila

CHC - MNL

CHCMNL

Christchurch

Wed 20/5

06:30-16:40

1 stop14h 10m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 23/6

00:05-00:40

1 stop20h 35m

$1,170

ChristchurchManila

CHC - MNL

CHCMNL

Christchurch

Sun 21/6

06:00-18:50

1 stop16h 50m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 21/6

21:45-14:25

1 stop12h 40m

$1,277

ChristchurchManila

CHC - MNL

CHCMNL

Christchurch

Tue 11/8

06:00-18:50

1 stop16h 50m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 12/8

21:45-14:25

1 stop12h 40m

$1,322

ChristchurchManila

CHC - MNL

CHCMNL

Christchurch

Thu 21/5

16:35-11:20

2 stops22h 45m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 22/6

20:20-00:10

2 stops23h 50m

$1,329

ChristchurchCebu City

CHC - CEB

CHCCEB

Christchurch

Wed 20/5

15:45-18:10

2 stops30h 25m

Cebu City Mactan Intl

Wed 24/6

19:20-00:10

2 stops24h 50m

$1,341

ChristchurchManila

CHC - MNL

CHCMNL

Christchurch

Sun 19/4

06:00-17:25

1 stop15h 25m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sat 25/4

00:05-00:40

1 stop20h 35m

$1,451

ChristchurchCebu City

CHC - CEB

CHCCEB

Christchurch

Fri 14/8

08:20-07:20

3 stops27h 00m

Cebu City Mactan Intl

Sat 15/8

22:25-16:25

3 stops38h 00m

$1,453

ChristchurchManila

CHC - MNL

CHCMNL

Christchurch

Fri 12/6

16:35-15:50

2 stops27h 15m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 16/6

10:35-00:20

2 stops33h 45m

$1,520

ChristchurchCebu City

CHC - CEB

CHCCEB

Christchurch

Fri 14/8

10:50-01:00

1 stop18h 10m

Cebu City Mactan Intl

Sat 15/8

15:40-09:30

1 stop37h 50m

$1,664

ChristchurchCebu City

CHC - CEB

CHCCEB

Christchurch

Wed 20/5

10:50-14:50

1 stop56h 00m

Cebu City Mactan Intl

Tue 23/6

02:05-09:30

1 stop27h 25m

$1,703

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Island to the Philippines

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Philippines (average of $881). Flying from South Island to Philippines in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,305). 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 Philippines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philippines. 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 Philippines. Reviews last updated 5 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Air New Zealand, andCathay Pacific from South Island to the Philippines have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,468 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,468 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,468 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
607 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,468 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,191 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,468 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,002 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,468 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
China Southern
7.4
Good
142 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,468 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Island to Philippines. 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 Philippines?

    There are many flights that can get you from South Island to Philippines in 16h 50m. Fly via Qantas Airways or Singapore Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from South Island to Philippines is about 8296 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is China Southern, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $568. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qantas Airways and Cathay Pacific, as they are both options that can get you from South Island to Philippines for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Philippines (average of $881). Flying from South Island to Philippines in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,305). 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
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,023Average$1,702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,062Average$2,392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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JetstarCheapest$1,072Average$1,257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,093Average$1,984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,160Average$1,782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,174Average$1,917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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