How popular is this Hamilton to South Island flight route?

Flights from Hamilton to South Island have been viewed 8,802 times in the past calendar month.

How long is the flight from Hamilton to South Island?

There are many flights that can get you from Hamilton to South Island in 1h 25m. Fly via Jetstar or Air New Zealand to get the fastest option. The distance from Hamilton to South Island is about 668 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Island ranges from 40.0 - 60.0 inches 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.

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).

What are the most popular routes from Hamilton to South Island?

When deciding which route to take from Hamilton to South Island, consider Hamilton - Christchurch, Hamilton - Queenstown Intl or Hamilton - Blenheim, as they are the most popular.

What are the cheapest flights from Hamilton to South Island?

Looking for the cheapest flight from Hamilton to South Island? While on average our users pay $151, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $60. The most popular route (Hamilton - Christchurch), is priced around $130.

What are the most reliable airlines from Hamilton to South Island?

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Hamilton to South Island consider choosing South African(92%), LATAM Airlines(92%) or Virgin Atlantic(91%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Hamilton to South Island?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hamilton to South Island by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from Hamilton to South Island that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 31 August 2026.

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Find flight deals from Hamilton to South Island

Round-trip from	$167
One-way from	$64
Popular in	February
Cheapest in	June
Average price	$179

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2h 40m total
Hamilton to South Island

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Sat 14/11

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16:00-18:55

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from HM1 to EDG?

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 27% on flights from Hamilton to South Island by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Hamilton to South Island

The most flights from HM1 to zzEDG are scheduled on a Sunday (102 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (59 on average).

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing South Island

See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand and Jetstar from Hamilton to South Island have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

665 reviews

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6.0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

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6.0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Jetstar

6.5

Okay

569 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

665 reviews

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1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

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How popular is this Hamilton to South Island flight route?
Flights from Hamilton to South Island have been viewed 8,802 times in the past calendar month.
How long is the flight from Hamilton to South Island?
There are many flights that can get you from Hamilton to South Island in 1h 25m. Fly via Jetstar or Air New Zealand to get the fastest option. The distance from Hamilton to South Island is about 668 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the most popular routes from Hamilton to South Island?
When deciding which route to take from Hamilton to South Island, consider Hamilton - Christchurch, Hamilton - Queenstown Intl or Hamilton - Blenheim, as they are the most popular.
What are the most reliable airlines from Hamilton to South Island?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Hamilton to South Island consider choosing South African(92%), LATAM Airlines(92%) or Virgin Atlantic(91%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from Hamilton to South Island?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Hamilton to South Island? While on average our users pay $151, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $60. The most popular route (Hamilton - Christchurch), is priced around $130.
Can I find deals for flights from Hamilton to South Island that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Hamilton to South Island flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Hamilton to South Island?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Hamilton to South Island.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Hamilton to South Island?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hamilton to South Island by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Qantas Airways	Cheapest$79	Average$171	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
Jetstar	Cheapest$95	Average$209	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Jetstar flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$95	Average$456	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air New Zealand flights
Fiji Airways	Cheapest$115	Average$176	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Fiji Airways flights

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Find hourly flight availability from Hamilton 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 31 August 2026.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 27% on flights from Hamilton to South Island by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Hamilton to South Island

The most flights from HM1 to zzEDG are scheduled on a Sunday (102 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (59 on average).

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Hamilton to South Island. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2026.

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

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