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Cheap flights from Auckland to South Island from $62

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 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CHC
13 Jul — 20 Jul1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to South Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Auckland to South Island flight deals. Data was last updated 8 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$125

One-way from

$62

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$180
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 23/8-28/8
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 40m total
  • Auckland to South Island
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 5/8
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 25m total
  • Auckland to South Island
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($97 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from Auckland to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 July 2025.

Sat 23/813:15AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Thu 28/817:50CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 7/7$125
Fri 25/721:15AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 27/706:15CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7$160
Thu 21/808:15AKL - ZQN
Nonstop1h 55mJetstar
Thu 28/816:50ZQN - AKL
Nonstop1h 50mJetstar
Deal found 7/7$160
Sat 27/1220:45AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mAir New Zealand
Sat 3/107:20CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/7$180
Tue 2/1209:25AKL - DUD
Nonstop1h 50mJetstar
Tue 9/1211:50DUD - AKL
Nonstop1h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/7$190
Mon 21/708:15AKL - ZQN
Nonstop1h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 25/720:25ZQN - AKL
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7$195
Mon 10/1117:45AKL - ZQN
Nonstop1h 55mAir New Zealand
Sat 15/1108:40ZQN - AKL
Nonstop1h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/7$221
Thu 18/1209:25AKL - DUD
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/1219:35DUD - AKL
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$250
Tue 19/817:00AKL - NSN
Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand
Tue 26/807:20NSN - AKL
Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/7$260
Wed 3/1216:10AKL - DUD
1 stop4h 30mAir New Zealand
Wed 10/1219:35DUD - AKL
Nonstop1h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/7$263
Fri 15/808:00AKL - BHE
1 stop5h 30mAir New Zealand
Fri 22/813:15BHE - AKL
Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/7$270
Wed 20/819:30AKL - BHE
1 stop12h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 27/806:25BHE - AKL
1 stop8h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7$310

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

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South Island

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Sat 23/8

13:15-14:35

Nonstop1h 20m

Christchurch

Thu 28/8

17:50-19:10

Nonstop1h 20m

$125

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Fri 25/7

21:15-22:40

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Sun 27/7

06:15-07:35

Nonstop1h 20m

$160

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Wed 30/7

10:30-12:20

Nonstop1h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 6/8

16:50-18:40

Nonstop1h 50m

$160

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Sat 27/12

20:45-22:10

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Sat 3/1

07:20-08:45

Nonstop1h 25m

$180

AucklandDunedin

AKL - DUD

AKLDUD

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/12

09:25-11:15

Nonstop1h 50m

Dunedin

Tue 9/12

11:50-13:35

Nonstop1h 45m

$190

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Mon 1/9

10:30-12:20

Nonstop1h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 5/9

20:25-22:15

Nonstop1h 50m

$203

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Mon 10/11

17:45-19:40

Nonstop1h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 15/11

08:40-10:30

Nonstop1h 50m

$221

AucklandDunedin

AKL - DUD

AKLDUD

Auckland Intl

Thu 18/12

09:25-11:15

Nonstop1h 50m

Dunedin

Tue 30/12

19:35-21:25

Nonstop1h 50m

$250

AucklandNelson

AKL - NSN

AKLNSN

Auckland Intl

Tue 19/8

17:00-18:30

Nonstop1h 30m

Nelson

Tue 26/8

07:20-08:50

Nonstop1h 30m

$260

AucklandDunedin

AKL - DUD

AKLDUD

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/12

16:10-20:40

1 stop4h 30m

Dunedin

Wed 10/12

19:35-21:25

Nonstop1h 50m

$263

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 5/7

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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to South Island

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to South Island (average of $97). Flying from Auckland to South Island in November is currently the most expensive (average of $187). 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 AKL to EDG?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland to South Island. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 8 July 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Auckland to South Island

Explore weekly flight availability from Auckland to South Island. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 8 July 2025.

The most flights from AKL to zzEDG are scheduled on a Friday (98 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (81 on average).

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 8 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand and Jetstar from Auckland to South Island have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Auckland to South Island?

    For a flight from Auckland to South Island, you will be flying from Auckland Intl. Auckland Intl (AKL) is just 17.9 km from the centre of the city.

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to South Island (average of $97). Flying from Auckland to South Island in November is currently the most expensive (average of $187). 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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EmiratesCheapest$55Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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JetstarCheapest$104Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$124Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$146Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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