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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 $78 and $38 for one-way flights to South Island for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply

OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
CHCQueenstownJuly 24 to July 28$143
WLGChristchurchJuly 31 to August 4$156
AKLWellingtonJuly 17 to July 23$156
CHCWellingtonAugust 15 to August 16$157
WLGNelsonJuly 15 to July 22$163
AKLNelsonAugust 28 to September 8$180
WLGMomonaJuly 18 to July 20$183
AKLBlenheimSeptember 10 to September 12$228
AKLHokitikaJuly 28 to August 4$242
WLGHokitikaJune 25 to June 29$358
MELChristchurchSeptember 8 to September 13$393
SYDMomonaJuly 22 to July 29$547
SYDNelsonJune 29 to July 3$753
PERQueenstownAugust 2 to August 8$894
FCOWellingtonJune 26 to June 30$2,315
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
AKLChristchurchJune 20 to June 27$133
AKLQueenstownJune 22 to June 30$199
AKLMomonaJune 21 to June 26$244
WLGChristchurchJune 22 to June 26$273
WLGQueenstownJune 22 to June 26$318
AKLBlenheimJune 22 to July 6$392
SYDQueenstownJune 22 to June 26$448
SYDChristchurchJune 20 to June 25$475
BNEQueenstownJune 21 to June 26$574
LAXChristchurchJune 21 to July 7$851
PERChristchurchJune 22 to July 6$901
LAXQueenstownJune 22 to June 29$1,150
LAXWellingtonJune 22 to July 6$1,243
LAXBlenheimJune 20 to June 30$2,229
*Prices include taxes and fees

South Island Flight Information

Traveling to
South Island
Lowest Price
$78
Number of Airlines Serving
Airlines Serving
Jetstar, Air Canada
Number of Daily Flights
Airlines with Direct Flights

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Amazing South Island Accommodation Deals

Reavers Lodge

Reavers Lodge

3.5 out of 5
56 Hamilton Rd, Queenstown
Stay at this 3.5-star lodge in Queenstown. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
6/10 (998 reviews)
"The views from this hotel are spectacular. We only stayed a night, but check in & out was easy and breakfast was adequate. Overall, a good place to sleep."

Reviewed on May 23, 2025

Reavers Lodge
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5 out of 5
165 Cashel Street, Christchurch
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Hard to find great accommodation within city area with parking."

Reviewed on Jun 10, 2025

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch

5 out of 5
5 Peter Leeming Road, Burnside, Christchurch
Stay at this 5-star eco-certified hostel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Close to airport."

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2025

LyLo Christchurch
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Pinewood Queenstown

Pinewood Queenstown

3 out of 5
48 Hamilton Road, Queenstown
Stay at this 3-star lodge in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.4/10 Good! (579 reviews)
"The stay was excellent except there was no aircon in the room which was a little surprising."

Reviewed on May 24, 2025

Pinewood Queenstown
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our Top South Island with Airport Shuttles

Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
550 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"A great hotel minutes from the terminal. Surpassed my expectations of an airport hotel. Was modern, loads of amenities and staff super helpful. Free transfer bus to terminal was great and available 24/7. Great value for money too! Would recommend."

Reviewed on Jun 10, 2025

Sudima Christchurch Airport
Airport Lodge Motel

Airport Lodge Motel

3 out of 5
105 Roydvale Avenue, Christchurch
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hagley Park and Russley Golf Club are ...
"Nice and handy to the areas we wanted to visit. Will definitely stay at the motel again."

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2021

Airport Lodge Motel
Airways Motel

Airways Motel

3 out of 5
5 Dinton Street, off Russley Road, Christchurch
Stay at this 3-star motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (599 reviews)
Great stay
"Great 2 day stay - hosts are very considerate & friendly - shuttles to pick up from car rental & to airport were comfortable & quick - despite being on the main road, the rooms were extremely quiet"

Reviewed on Apr 18, 2025

Airways Motel
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Commodore Airport Hotel

Commodore Airport Hotel

4.5 out of 5
449 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"They allowed as an early check-in, as well as a late checkout without charging us. The staff was very attentive, clean, comfortable hotel."

Reviewed on Jun 5, 2025

Commodore Airport Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Luxury Hotels in South Island

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

5 out of 5
377 Frankton Road, Queenstown
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay, nice property. Stayed in a 1 bedroom apartment. Nice view."

Reviewed on May 1, 2025

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Platinum Queenstown Villas

Platinum Queenstown Villas

4.5 out of 5
96 Fernhill Road, Fernhill, Queenstown
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a ski shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (543 reviews)
"Team members are friendly, the villas are well appointed, spacious and great for a family. The view from our Alpine Villa was amazing! We will certainly be back when next in Queenstown."

Reviewed on Jun 5, 2025

Platinum Queenstown Villas
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
Kawarau Village, 79 Peninsula Road, Kawarau Falls
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kawarau Falls. Enjoy a full-service spa, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Warm and cosy
"What a great experience in Queenstown. In room fireplace is a game changer. The hotel was very welcoming and the rooms super spacious, clean and warm. The buffet breakfast was great and offered a great selection. The lake view stunning at sunrise and at the restaurant. The indoor pool was the perfect ..."

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
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Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

4.5 out of 5
6 Liverpool Street, Dunedin
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (736 reviews)
"Perfect"

Reviewed on Jun 12, 2025

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in South Island

Platinum Queenstown Villas
Great for families

Platinum Queenstown Villas

4.5 out of 5
96 Fernhill Road, Fernhill, Queenstown
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a ski shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (543 reviews)

Families like: Kitchen, babysitting, close to beach, skiing nearby

Travelers say...
"Team members are friendly, the villas are well appointed, spacious and great for a family. The view from our Alpine Villa was amazing! We will certainly be back when next in Queenstown."

Reviewed on Jun 5, 2025

Platinum Queenstown Villas
Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts

Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts

4 out of 5
144-154 Anderson Road, Wanaka
Stay at this 4-star luxury aparthotel in Wānaka. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (775 reviews)
Great for families.
"Nice big property and good facilities. Plenty space for us all and good kitchen. Let down by drafty single glazing and blinds that let car lights shine into bedroom. Road noise was quite loud."

Reviewed on Apr 27, 2025

Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts
Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort

4.5 out of 5
State Highway 8, Lake Tekapo
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,148 reviews)
"Helpful friendly staff, great location and very nice room."

Reviewed on May 22, 2025

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Tahuna Beach Holiday Park
Great for families

Tahuna Beach Holiday Park

4 out of 5
70 Beach Road, Tahunanui, Nelson
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified holiday park in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a conference center. Popular attractions Nelson Fun Park and Burrell ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (227 reviews)

Families like: Kitchenette, playground, miniature golf, close to beach

Travelers say...
"Tidy facilities, grounds kept clean. Staff friendly. Convenient as close to city."

Reviewed on May 22, 2025

Tahuna Beach Holiday Park
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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*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.