Cheap flights from South Island to South Africa from $1,098

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 24/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — JNB
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Island to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Island to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 29 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,944

One-way from

$1,098
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 25/10-13/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 99h 30m total
  • South Island to South Africa
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 24/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 10m total
  • South Island to South Africa

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Cheapest flights from South Island to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Island to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 August 2025.

Sat 25/1006:35CHC - JNB
2 stops60h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/1111:05JNB - CHC
1 stop38h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8$1,944
Sat 11/1007:10CHC - JNB
3 stops38h 05mEmirates
Sat 18/1022:20JNB - CHC
2 stops40h 00mEmirates
Deal found 27/8$2,091
Sun 30/1106:10CHC - JNB
2 stops37h 10mEtihad Airways
Sat 28/309:50JNB - CHC
2 stops50h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 27/8$2,186
Sat 25/1015:45CHC - JNB
2 stops35h 50mEmirates
Mon 27/1018:50JNB - CHC
2 stops42h 20mEmirates
Deal found 27/8$2,232
Sat 11/1018:20CHC - CPT
2 stops52h 15mEmirates
Sat 18/1013:05CPT - CHC
2 stops49h 15mEmirates
Deal found 27/8$2,321
Sat 25/1006:00CHC - JNB
3 stops39h 25mEmirates
Thu 13/1118:50JNB - CHC
2 stops32h 10mEmirates
Deal found 28/8$2,326
Sun 9/1106:20CHC - CPT
2 stops45h 25mEmirates
Thu 13/1113:40CPT - CHC
2 stops37h 20mEmirates
Deal found 27/8$2,363
Tue 30/1218:20CHC - JNB
2 stops33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/111:05JNB - CHC
1 stop39h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8$2,389
Sun 30/1116:00CHC - JNB
2 stops37h 35mSingapore Airlines
Sat 28/319:50JNB - CHC
1 stop27h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 27/8$2,414
Sat 25/1006:00CHC - JNB
1 stop21h 15mQantas Airways
Thu 13/1117:30JNB - CHC
1 stop19h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 28/8$2,467
Wed 10/917:45CHC - CPT
2 stops33h 05mEmirates
Sat 13/918:25CPT - CHC
2 stops43h 55mEmirates
Deal found 27/8$2,486
Sat 11/1018:20CHC - CPT
3 stops50h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/1013:05CPT - CHC
2 stops49h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8$2,501

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

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Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sat 25/10

06:35-08:20

2 stops60h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/11

11:05-12:50

1 stop38h 45m

$1,944

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sat 11/10

07:10-10:15

3 stops38h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/10

22:20-01:20

2 stops40h 00m

$2,091

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sun 30/11

06:10-08:20

2 stops37h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/3

09:50-23:05

2 stops50h 15m

$2,186

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sat 25/10

15:45-16:35

2 stops35h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/10

18:50-00:10

2 stops42h 20m

$2,232

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Sat 11/10

18:20-11:35

2 stops52h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 18/10

13:05-01:20

2 stops49h 15m

$2,321

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sat 25/10

06:00-10:25

3 stops39h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/11

18:50-14:00

2 stops32h 10m

$2,326

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Sun 9/11

06:20-16:45

2 stops45h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 13/11

13:40-14:00

2 stops37h 20m

$2,363

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Tue 30/12

18:20-16:35

2 stops33h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

11:05-13:20

1 stop39h 15m

$2,389

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sun 30/11

16:00-18:35

2 stops37h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/3

19:50-10:30

1 stop27h 40m

$2,414

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sat 25/10

06:00-16:15

1 stop21h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/11

17:30-23:55

1 stop19h 25m

$2,467

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from South Island to South Africa

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to South Africa (average of $1,145). Flying from South Island to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,605). 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 ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from South Island to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 August 2025.

When flying from South Island to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 29 August 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Island to South Africa, such as Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andAir New Zealand. 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.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

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

    Departing from South Island to South Africa will take you 37h 10m. South Island and South Africa are separated by a distance of 11450 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to South Africa (average of $1,145). Flying from South Island to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,605). 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 7 airlines flying from South Island to South Africa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$888Average$2,539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,547Average$2,310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,647Average$2,078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,764Average$2,604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,972Average$2,506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapest$2,074Average$2,505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,298Average$2,729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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