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Browse one-way and return flights deals to South Island on Cheapflights. Flight deals are based on user searches and were last updated on 9 October 2026
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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 7,457,451 searches and data was last updated on 9 October 2026.
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When is the best time to book a flight to South Island?
The price you pay for your flight to South Island may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 53 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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 3 October 2026.
Users looking for the lowest fares to South Island should consider flying on Wednesday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Friday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.
What are the cheapest airlines that fly to South Island?
The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to South Island are Jetstar, Air New Zealand and Fiji Airways.
Weekly flight availability to South Island
The most flights from Auckland to South Island are scheduled on a Thursday (97 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (56 on average).
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 9 October 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andJetstar 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.
Crew
8.5
Food
7.5
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.0
Entertainment
7.4
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jul 2026
YVR - NAN
Crew
8.5
Food
7.5
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.0
Entertainment
7.4
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jul 2026
YVR - NAN
Crew
8.5
Food
7.5
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.0
Entertainment
7.4
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jul 2026
YVR - NAN
Crew
8.5
Food
7.5
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.0
Entertainment
7.4
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jul 2026
YVR - NAN
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