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$67+ Cheap flights to South Island

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 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— CHC
21 Feb — 28 Feb1
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1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to South Island in 2026

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Cheapest flights to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available to South Island. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 22 January 2026.

Sat 7/315:20
AKL
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Sat 14/306:15
CHC
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 20/1$128
Tue 10/313:15
AKL
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Wed 25/309:50
CHC
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 21/1$132
Fri 10/420:50
AKL
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Sat 18/406:15
CHC
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 20/1$133
Tue 10/308:25
AKL
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Tue 24/306:15
CHC
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 21/1$135
Mon 2/307:00
AKL
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Sat 14/306:15
CHC
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 21/1$139
Tue 3/314:20
AKL
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Mon 9/310:30
CHC
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 21/1$140
Fri 30/106:10
AKL
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Sat 7/209:50
CHC
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 20/1$142
Wed 15/415:20
AKL
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Sat 25/406:15
CHC
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 20/1$144
Sun 29/314:25
AKL
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Wed 1/417:20
CHC
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 21/1$145
Thu 29/106:10
AKL
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Tue 3/209:50
CHC
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 22/1$147
Tue 24/315:00
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 1/409:20
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$200
Wed 8/415:00
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Tue 21/413:00
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 21/1$207

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Find the latest flights to South Island in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 22 January 2026.

Return from

$128

One-way from

$67

Popular in

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Average price

$209
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  • 7/3-14/3
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 45m total
  • Auckland to Christchurch
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  • 11/3
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 25m total
  • Auckland to South Island
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Departure

Return

Price

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Sat 7/3

15:20-16:45

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Sat 14/3

06:15-07:35

Nonstop1h 20m

$128

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Mon 23/3

13:15-14:40

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Tue 24/3

06:15-07:35

Nonstop1h 20m

$130

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/2

06:10-07:35

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Tue 10/2

16:20-17:40

Nonstop1h 20m

$130

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Tue 7/4

06:25-07:50

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Wed 15/4

12:55-14:15

Nonstop1h 20m

$130

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Mon 2/3

16:10-17:35

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Sun 15/3

14:00-15:20

Nonstop1h 20m

$130

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Sat 7/3

11:50-13:15

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Mon 9/3

14:00-15:20

Nonstop1h 20m

$130

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Sun 8/3

21:45-23:05

Nonstop1h 20m

Christchurch

Sun 22/3

18:50-20:15

Nonstop1h 25m

$130

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Sat 14/3

15:20-16:45

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Sun 22/3

20:35-21:55

Nonstop1h 20m

$130

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Mon 9/3

18:30-19:55

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Sun 22/3

06:15-07:35

Nonstop1h 20m

$130

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Sun 15/3

06:10-07:35

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Thu 26/3

17:20-18:40

Nonstop1h 20m

$130

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Best time to book a flight to South Island

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Everything you need to know about your flight to South Island

How long is the flight to South Island?

On average, a flight from Auckland to South Island takes 1 hour 41 minutes. Flights to South Island from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to South Island?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Auckland to South Island. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2026.

Users looking for the lowest fares to South Island should consider flying on Tuesday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday evenings, when prices are usually at their highest.

Weekly flight availability to South Island

The most flights from Auckland to South Island are scheduled on a Wednesday (109 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (67 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to South Island?

The most popular airlines flying from Auckland to South Island are Jetstar, Air New Zealand and Emirates.

Jetstar
Jetstar
From $92
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From $101
Sounds Air
Sounds Air
From $112
West Coast Air
West Coast Air
From $144

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to South Island?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to South Island are Emirates, Jetstar and Qantas Airways.

Rainfall in South Island by month

Plan your trip to South Island by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Island ranges from 40.0 - 60.0 mm per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit South Island when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in South Island by month

Plan your trip to South Island by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Island, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing South Island

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Island. 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 Island. Reviews last updated 22 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Fiji Airways, andAir New Zealand to New Zealand to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
219 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
573 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
973 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
511 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

FAQs about flying to South Island

  • Can I find cheaper flights to South Island if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to South Island on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to South Island?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Emirates is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to South Island.

  • How much is a return flight to South Island?

    A return flight to South Island will typically cost around $179, however they can be found for as little as $64.

  • Where does the fastest flight to South Island depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to South Island, Wellington offers the quickest one-way flight (0 hours 30 minutes).

  • Does Christchurch have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Christchurch can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Christchurch?

    Yes. Christchurch has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Novotel Christchurch Airport is the closest property to Christchurch (0.0 km away from Christchurch).

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