Cheap Flights to South Island from $495

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How Much Does it Cost To Fly To South Island?

The cheapest prices found with in the last 7 days for return flights were $100 and $495 for one-way flights to South Island for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply

Mon, Jun 14 - Mon, Jul 12
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
CHC
Christchurch Intl.
$882 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$882
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Mon, Jun 14 from Los Angeles Intl. to Christchurch Intl., returning Mon, Jul 12, priced at $882 found 2 days ago
Mon, Feb 1 - Tue, Feb 9
PNS
Pensacola Intl.
ZQN
Queenstown Intl.
$1,079 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$1,079
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Mon, Feb 1 from Pensacola Intl. to Queenstown Intl., returning Tue, Feb 9, priced at $1,079 found 6 days ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
AKLWellingtonJanuary 15 to January 18$100
AKLMomonaNovember 18 to November 19$145
WLGBlenheimDecember 3 to December 9$175
AKLBlenheimFebruary 1 to February 7$191
AKLInvercargill AirportJanuary 31 to February 9$212
SYDChristchurchDecember 9 to December 14$406
AKLHokitikaNovember 21 to November 29$448
MELChristchurchJanuary 22 to January 25$459
MELQueenstownJanuary 15 to January 30$461
SYDMomonaJanuary 19 to February 2$607
BNEInvercargill AirportNovember 25 to November 30$665
SYDInvercargill AirportNovember 30 to December 7$667
SYDNelsonDecember 3 to December 7$673
SYDBlenheimNovember 25 to November 27$690
SINMomonaNovember 11 to November 24$1,443
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
AKLWellingtonOctober 30 to November 2$163
AKLChristchurchOctober 31 to November 2$248
WLGChristchurchOctober 31 to November 7$310
WLGQueenstownOctober 31 to November 1$320
AKLNelsonNovember 1 to November 3$434
BNEChristchurchNovember 1 to November 3$523
AKLHokitikaNovember 1 to November 21$578
SYDQueenstownNovember 1 to November 5$620
SYDChristchurchOctober 30 to November 6$632
BNEWellingtonOctober 30 to November 2$686
MELQueenstownOctober 31 to November 3$696
BNEMomonaOctober 31 to November 10$726
BNEQueenstownOctober 31 to December 1$735
SYDWellingtonNovember 1 to November 3$744
SINChristchurchNovember 1 to November 11$886
*Prices include taxes and fees

South Island Flight Information

Traveling to
South Island
Lowest Price
$100
Number of Airlines Serving
Airlines Serving
Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand
Number of Daily Flights
Airlines with Direct Flights

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Economy

Chevrolet Spark
  • 4 people
Chevrolet Spark
Economy Chevrolet Spark

Compact

Ford Focus
  • 4 people
Ford Focus
Compact Ford Focus

Midsize

Toyota Corolla
  • 5 people
Toyota Corolla
Midsize Toyota Corolla

SUV

Jeep Compass
  • 5 people
Jeep Compass
SUV Jeep Compass

Frequently asked questions

How much is the cheapest flight to South Island?
Based on prices found over the last seven days, a roundtrip flight to South Island was as low as $100. If you can be flexible with your dates, it's easier to snap up a great bargain. This price was available on Travelocity for flights to South Island departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
What is the cheapest month to fly to South Island?
If you've been daydreaming about a trip to South Island, June is the cheapest period to travel there. This is according to Travelocity's direct return flight demand between January and December last year. Select your dates and reserve your spot today.
How can I check my flight status to South Island?
Receive updates on your flight to South Island, amend your journey and lots more from our useful "Trips" portal. Located at the top right of our homepage, it's your one-stop shop for managing your bookings. Simply sign in or create a new account. Savvy wanderers can also take advantage of the Travelocity app. You'll get alerts for any gate changes and flight delays, as well as the ability to view deals on hotels, flights and rental cars while you're on the go. If you have friends or family flying with you, it's also a convenient way to share your flight info with each other.
How do I find the best deals on flights to South Island?
Here are our tips — book ahead of time, avoid busy periods and be flexible with your dates. If you don't have a specific date in mind, search for your flight to South Island on Travelocity and hit "Flexible dates" at the top of the page. This will help you find any cheaper tickets on a nearby day. $100 was the most affordable price for a roundtrip flight to South Island in the last seven days. This price was available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Why should I book my flight to South Island with Travelocity?
From cheap family flights to activities and all-inclusive resorts, Travelocity is your one-stop shop for amazing adventures. With everything at your fingertips, you can enjoy more time gearing up for the wonderful things that await you in South Island and less time on the travel details. Plus with our Price Match Guarantee and 24/7 customer support, we go out of our way to make your next getaway a fabulous one.
What are the most popular flight routes to South Island?
As a well-known destination, you'll find excellent connections to South Island. Browse this list of top routes:

  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) to Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 2,101 flights a month.
  • Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.) to Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 658 flights a month.
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) to Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 498 flights a month.

How much is a flight to South Island on average?
Get your next big adventure off to a good start by picking up an unbeatable deal with Travelocity. In the last seven days, roundtrip flights to South Island cost between $100 and $1,443. Take a look at our site and secure an airfare that fits within your budget. These prices were available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
How long is the average flight to South Island?
The length of a direct flight to South Island of course varies, but here you'll find the average journey times for a number of top routes:

  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) to Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 1 hour and 54 minutes
  • Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.) to Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 1 hour and 7 minutes
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) to Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 1 hour and 26 minutes

What can I expect on a flight to South Island?
What you can expect depends a lot on your airline and where you're departing from. Most airlines offer food, drinks and entertainment on long-haul services. Whether you're seeking first class flights to South Island or cheap flights for family vacations, you'll be well looked after from boarding to touchdown.

Plane Tickets To South Island

Although you may try and resist the urge, you know that when the travel bug comes, there is only one way to get rid of it. Thankfully, Travelocity is here to help nip that travel bug in the bud with great deals on flights to South Island. Browse through our inventory to explore a wide range of cheap flights to South Island to solidify your next big trip out of town. Whether you are heading out on a business trip, exploring a place you have never been for pleasure or are bringing the family on the annual vacation, we have the perfect getaway waiting for you. In no time, you will be day dreaming of your plane landing in South Island as you anxiously await to exit the plane and explore what South Island has to offer. Considering all the amazing local food and culture in South Island, we won't hold this against you.

When you are ready to embark on your next big adventure, Travelocity will be right here waiting to open the doors to the garden so that you can go and smell the roses. When you decide to book and travel is entirely up to you, but don't wait too long because we have some of the best deals on the web and they won't last long. Take time to go through our huge selection of cheap flights to South Island to find the best deals that fit into your budget. If browsing on your phone while your boss isn't looking is more your thing (we promise we won't tell), consider checking out Travelocity's mobile app which allows you to take advantage of all our flights to South Island without having to compromise your work computer's search history. If you are looking to save even more, you can easily save up to $537 when you bundle one of our cheap flights to South Island with one of our hotels. So why are you waiting around? There is no better time than now to start booking that next trip. Start your search now to book one of our flights to South Island today!

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.