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Cheap flights from South Island to Salinas, California from $838

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 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — SFO
21 Apr — 28 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Island to Salinas

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Cheapest flights from South Island to Salinas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Island to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 March 2026.

Wed 6/509:40
CHC
-
SFO
2 stops23h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 13/522:35
SFO
-
CHC
2 stops24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3$1,634
Fri 24/409:40
CHC
-
SFO
2 stops23h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 1/522:35
SFO
-
CHC
2 stops38h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/3$1,637
Fri 17/408:30
CHC
-
SFO
2 stops24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 1/522:35
SFO
-
CHC
2 stops38h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$1,668
Fri 24/409:40
CHC
-
SFO
2 stops23h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/522:35
SFO
-
CHC
2 stops23h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$1,682
Sat 2/512:55
CHC
-
SFO
2 stops44h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 15/522:35
SFO
-
CHC
2 stops23h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/3$1,683
Tue 1/920:30
CHC
-
SFO
2 stops36h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 30/923:10
SFO
-
CHC
2 stops22h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3$1,688
Thu 14/520:30
CHC
-
SFO
2 stops36h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 29/522:35
SFO
-
CHC
2 stops38h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3$1,702
Wed 13/520:30
CHC
-
SFO
3 stops40h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/511:37
SFO
-
CHC
3 stops33h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$1,817
Sat 30/517:20
CHC
-
SFO
2 stops39h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/618:01
SFO
-
CHC
2 stops23h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$1,860
Tue 28/713:25
CHC
-
SFO
2 stops18h 30m
Air New Zealand
Sat 21/1119:50
SFO
-
CHC
2 stops19h 15m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 21/3$1,892
Wed 2/907:00
ZQN
-
SFO
2 stops32h 51m
American Airlines
Sun 6/922:30
SFO
-
ZQN
1 stop21h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 18/3$2,379
Fri 28/807:00
ZQN
-
SFO
1 stop29h 45m
American Airlines
Mon 31/811:22
SFO
-
ZQN
2 stops32h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 19/3$2,396

Find flight deals from South Island to Salinas

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Island to Salinas flight deals. Data was last updated 22 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,634

One-way from

$838
6/5-13/5
  • 6/5-13/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 47h 15m total
  • South Island to Salinas
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3/6
  • 3/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 25m total
  • South Island to Salinas
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Cheapest return flight

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Fri 17/4

08:30-13:55

2 stops24h 25m

San Francisco

Fri 1/5

22:35-07:50

2 stops38h 15m

$1,668

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Wed 13/5

20:40-06:55

2 stops29h 15m

San Francisco

Tue 26/5

22:05-08:55

1 stop15h 50m

$1,940

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Sat 25/4

17:20-13:55

2 stops39h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 2/5

19:40-12:05

2 stops21h 25m

$2,000

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Wed 6/5

13:15-06:55

1 stop36h 40m

San Francisco

Wed 13/5

22:05-08:55

1 stop15h 50m

$2,011

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Wed 13/5

08:30-13:55

2 stops24h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 26/5

16:45-16:45

3 stops29h 00m

$2,021

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Thu 30/4

13:05-18:44

2 stops24h 39m

San Francisco

Fri 15/5

22:35-16:40

2 stops23h 05m

$2,101

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Sat 30/5

17:20-13:55

2 stops39h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 6/6

19:55-16:25

3 stops25h 30m

$2,151

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Thu 30/7

06:10-08:05

1 stop20h 55m

San Francisco

Sat 21/11

19:50-09:25

1 stop16h 35m

$2,168

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Wed 29/7

06:10-08:05

1 stop20h 55m

San Francisco

Sat 21/11

19:50-13:25

1 stop20h 35m

$2,168

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Sun 26/4

13:45-23:51

2 stops29h 06m

San Francisco

Sun 3/5

19:53-15:25

2 stops24h 32m

$2,179

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Best time to book a flight from South Island to Salinas

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Salinas (average of $1,090). Flying from South Island to Salinas in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,704). 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 S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from South Island to Salinas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 March 2026.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Salinas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated 22 March 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Island to Salinas, such as Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
234 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
234 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
234 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
616 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
234 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,007 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
234 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,459 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
234 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this South Island to Salinas flight route?

    The South Island to Salinas flight path was viewed by 136 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    A quick flight from South Island to Salinas can take about 29h 15m. Air New Zealand provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,940. The distance between South Island and Salinas is about 11140 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Island to Salinas?

    Most travellers choose Christchurch - San Francisco, Queenstown Intl - San Francisco or Blenheim - San Francisco when deciding on the best route from South Island to Salinas.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from South Island to Salinas?

    Before booking your flight to Salinas from South Island, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: United Airlines (85%), Air New Zealand (85%), SWISS( 85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Island to Salinas?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from South Island to Salinas? While on average our users pay $4,613, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $758. The most popular route (Christchurch - San Francisco), is priced around $1,637.

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Salinas (average of $1,090). Flying from South Island to Salinas in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,704). 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 4 airlines flying from South Island to Salinas

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from South Island to Salinas. 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 22 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,071Average$1,751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,090Average$1,654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,331Average$1,627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,436Average$1,654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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