Cheap flights from South Island to South Africa from $1,089

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 22/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — JNB
30 Dec — 6 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Find flight deals from South Island to South Africa

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

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 30 November 2025.

Fri 26/1206:05CHC - CPT
2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/119:40CPT - CHC
3 stops41h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/11$3,756

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 30 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,906

One-way from

$1,089
9/5-30/5
  • 9/5-30/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 82h 40m total
  • South Island to South Africa
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 22/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 05m total
  • South Island to South Africa

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from South Island to South Africa 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 30 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Island to South Africa that are best for you.

Fly from

South Island

Fly to

South Africa

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sat 9/5

10:00-07:40

2 stops31h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 30/5

11:20-00:20

2 stops51h 00m

$1,906

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sat 9/5

06:30-06:10

2 stops33h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 30/5

19:50-09:30

1 stop27h 40m

$1,981

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sat 4/4

07:10-16:15

2 stops44h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

22:20-00:10

2 stops39h 50m

$2,305

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Mon 12/1

09:15-10:25

2 stops60h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

11:00-15:25

2 stops41h 25m

$2,793

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Mon 12/1

09:15-11:40

2 stops61h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

18:30-14:55

2 stops57h 25m

$3,035

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sat 4/4

08:00-06:10

2 stops33h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

19:50-09:30

1 stop27h 40m

$3,049

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sun 4/1

06:05-15:00

1 stop19h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/1

11:00-23:55

2 stops49h 55m

$3,065

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Mon 12/1

09:15-11:40

2 stops61h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

17:15-14:30

3 stops58h 15m

$3,103

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Mon 12/1

18:20-15:00

1 stop31h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

17:30-23:55

1 stop19h 25m

$3,216

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Fri 26/12

06:05-21:50

2 stops26h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/1

19:40-23:55

3 stops41h 15m

$3,756

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 28/11

Showing 1-10 of 16 results
1
2

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from South Island with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to South Africa (average of $1,277). Flying from South Island to South Africa in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,875). 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 30 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from South Island to South Africa in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 19% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Island to South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Island to South Africa. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Island to South Africa flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 30 November 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.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

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

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

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

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

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

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

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

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

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

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

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

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from South Island to South Africa will take you 33h 40m. 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.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Island to South Africa are Cathay Pacific ($1,089), Singapore Airlines ($1,416), and Emirates ($1,507).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to South Africa (average of $1,277). Flying from South Island to South Africa in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,875). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Top 6 airlines flying from South Island to South Africa

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from South Island to South Africa. 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 30 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$923Average$2,434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Cathay Pacific flights
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,686Average$2,055FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Etihad Airways flights
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,696Average$2,403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,794Average$2,653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Search Qantas Airways flights
EmiratesCheapest$1,877Average$2,544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Emirates flights
Air New ZealandCheapest$2,351Average$2,692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Search Air New Zealand flights

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from South Island to South Africa?

Cheapflights goes through 900+ travel sites to look for the best flight deals for flights from South Island to South Africa. Too many options? Cheapflights also provides filters for things like airlines, price ranges, and number of stops to help you make a decision easily.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from South Island to South Africa?

It’s simple! Cheapflights, which is free to use for everyone, saves millions of users time and money every year by helping them find the cheapest and most suitable flights from South Island to South Africa.

Can Cheapflights find flights from South Island to South Africa with no change fees?

Users can book flights with no change fees policies with our dedicated filters. Book flights from South Island to South Africa flexibly with Cheapflights today.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from South Island to South Africa become cheaper?

Not ready to book yet? You can track prices for flights from South Island to South Africa on Cheapflights with our Price Alert feature and get notified when better prices are available.

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.