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Cheap flights from South Island to the Philippines from $603

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 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — MNL
11 Feb — 18 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 12 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,102

One-way from

$603

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,024
20/5-19/6
  • 20/5-19/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 50m total
  • South Island to Philippines
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1/5
  • 1/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 10m total
  • South Island to Philippines
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($361 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($93 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 12 January 2026.

Wed 20/506:30
CHC
-
MNL
1 stop14h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 19/600:05
MNL
-
CHC
1 stop20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,102
Fri 6/306:10
CHC
-
MNL
1 stop15h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/400:05
MNL
-
CHC
1 stop19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1$1,107
Mon 1/615:45
CHC
-
MNL
2 stops23h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/620:20
MNL
-
CHC
2 stops40h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,112
Wed 20/506:00
CHC
-
MNL
1 stop15h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 20/600:05
MNL
-
CHC
1 stop20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/1$1,123
Tue 1/906:30
CHC
-
MNL
1 stop14h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 29/900:05
MNL
-
CHC
1 stop19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1$1,125
Thu 5/306:20
CHC
-
MNL
2 stops21h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 20/317:45
MNL
-
CHC
2 stops17h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,132
Thu 12/206:10
CHC
-
MNL
1 stop15h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 28/221:25
MNL
-
CHC
1 stop21h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/1$1,137
Tue 11/810:10
CHC
-
MNL
2 stops18h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 28/820:20
MNL
-
CHC
2 stops40h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/1$1,151
Tue 3/306:10
CHC
-
MNL
1 stop15h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/400:05
MNL
-
CHC
1 stop20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,153
Tue 10/206:20
CHC
-
MNL
2 stops21h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/305:45
MNL
-
CHC
2 stops37h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,160
Wed 11/206:20
CHC
-
MNL
1 stop19h 00m
Qantas Airways
Wed 18/221:45
MNL
-
CHC
1 stop21h 40m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 12/1$1,161
Sun 15/306:20
CHC
-
MNL
1 stop19h 00m
Qantas Airways
Tue 1/920:35
MNL
-
CHC
1 stop14h 50m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 11/1$1,163

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

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Philippines

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchManila

CHC - MNL

CHCMNL

Christchurch

Wed 20/5

06:30-16:45

1 stop14h 15m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 21/6

21:35-23:05

1 stop21h 30m

$1,125

ChristchurchManila

CHC - MNL

CHCMNL

Christchurch

Thu 12/2

06:10-17:00

1 stop15h 50m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sat 28/2

21:25-00:20

1 stop21h 55m

$1,137

ChristchurchManila

CHC - MNL

CHCMNL

Christchurch

Tue 10/2

06:20-22:35

2 stops21h 15m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 5/3

05:45-00:10

2 stops37h 25m

$1,160

ChristchurchManila

CHC - MNL

CHCMNL

Christchurch

Wed 20/5

06:00-17:25

1 stop15h 25m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 23/6

00:05-00:40

1 stop20h 35m

$1,166

ChristchurchManila

CHC - MNL

CHCMNL

Christchurch

Thu 21/5

15:45-16:25

2 stops28h 40m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 22/6

20:20-00:10

2 stops23h 50m

$1,168

ChristchurchManila

CHC - MNL

CHCMNL

Christchurch

Tue 19/5

15:45-11:20

2 stops23h 35m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 17/6

17:40-00:10

2 stops26h 30m

$1,172

ChristchurchManila

CHC - MNL

CHCMNL

Christchurch

Sun 1/2

06:20-20:20

1 stop19h 00m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 16/2

21:45-00:25

1 stop21h 40m

$1,180

ChristchurchManila

CHC - MNL

CHCMNL

Christchurch

Thu 5/3

06:20-20:20

1 stop19h 00m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 20/3

19:20-14:00

1 stop13h 40m

$1,186

ChristchurchCebu City

CHC - CEB

CHCCEB

Christchurch

Mon 27/4

17:45-21:25

3 stops31h 40m

Cebu City Mactan Intl

Fri 15/5

12:55-16:20

2 stops23h 25m

$1,273

ChristchurchCebu City

CHC - CEB

CHCCEB

Christchurch

Mon 27/4

06:30-00:30

2 stops22h 00m

Cebu City Mactan Intl

Fri 19/6

22:30-23:35

2 stops45h 05m

$1,301

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 10/1

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Best time to book a flight from South Island to Philippines

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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 $908). Flying from South Island to Philippines in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,346). 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 12 January 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
8.1
Very Good
1,430 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,430 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,430 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
570 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,430 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,126 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,430 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
969 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,430 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
China Southern
7.4
Good
131 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,430 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Related info for your journey

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Singapore Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $525. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qantas Airways and China Southern, as they are both options that can get you from South Island to Philippines for a low price.

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    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 $908). Flying from South Island to Philippines in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,346). 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$1,003Average$1,734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,095Average$2,380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,142Average$2,052FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,195Average$1,818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,208Average$1,946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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