Cheap Flights to Southland from $51 (2026/2027)

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Prices found within past 7 days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Tue, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 13
AKL
Auckland Intl.
ZQN
Queenstown Intl.
$101 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$101
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, Nov 10 from Auckland Intl. to Queenstown Intl., returning Fri, Nov 13, priced at $101 found 5 days ago
Tue, Sep 15 - Sat, Sep 19
AKL
Auckland Intl.
ZQN
Queenstown Intl.
$179 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$179
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Tue, Sep 15 from Auckland Intl. to Queenstown Intl., returning Sat, Sep 19, priced at $179 found 1 day ago
Thu, Mar 26 - Mon, Mar 30
AKL
Auckland Intl.
IVC
Invercargill
$304 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$304
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Thu, Mar 26 from Auckland Intl. to Invercargill, returning Mon, Mar 30, priced at $304 found 3 days ago
Tue, Mar 24 - Wed, Apr 1
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
ZQN
Queenstown Intl.
$320 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$320
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, Mar 24 from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Queenstown Intl., returning Wed, Apr 1, priced at $320 found 5 days ago
Sun, Jun 7 - Fri, Jun 12
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
ZQN
Queenstown Intl.
$412 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$412
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Sun, Jun 7 from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Queenstown Intl., returning Fri, Jun 12, priced at $412 found 6 days ago
Tue, Jun 9 - Fri, Jun 12
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
ZQN
Queenstown Intl.
$425 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$425
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Tue, Jun 9 from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Queenstown Intl., returning Fri, Jun 12, priced at $425 found 6 days ago
Tue, Jun 9 - Fri, Jun 12
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
ZQN
Queenstown Intl.
$425 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$425
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Tue, Jun 9 from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Queenstown Intl., returning Fri, Jun 12, priced at $425 found 6 days ago
Wed, May 20 - Tue, May 26
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
ZQN
Queenstown Intl.
$899 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$899
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Wed, May 20 from Los Angeles Intl. to Queenstown Intl., returning Tue, May 26, priced at $899 found 4 days ago
Fri, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 30
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
ZQN
Queenstown Intl.
$1,084 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$1,084
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Air Tahiti Nui flight, departing Fri, Nov 20 from San Francisco Intl. to Queenstown Intl., returning Mon, Nov 30, priced at $1,084 found 11 hours ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
AKLQueenstownMarch 24 to March 31$134
CHCQueenstownApril 22 to April 29$144
WLGQueenstownMay 8 to May 15$162
CHCInvercargill AirportMarch 25 to March 30$207
AKLInvercargill AirportMarch 26 to March 30$304
WLGInvercargill AirportApril 7 to April 25$338
MELQueenstownApril 16 to May 1$364
SYDQueenstownApril 18 to May 1$413
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
CHCQueenstownFebruary 14 to February 16$468
AKLQueenstownFebruary 15 to February 22$645
WLGInvercargill AirportFebruary 15 to February 17$697
SYDQueenstownFebruary 14 to February 19$804
MELQueenstownFebruary 15 to February 28$809
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best Southland Flight and Hotel Packages

Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices.
The Spire Hotel Queenstown
5.0-star property

The Spire Hotel Queenstown

Mar 31 - Apr 3

3 night stay

Chicago (ORD) to Queenstown (ZQN)

United • Coach

Queenstown (ZQN) to Chicago (ORD)

Qantas Airways • Coach
Price was $4,138, price is now $3,583 per person
$3,583
per person
found 1 day ago
The Carlin Boutique Hotel
5.0-star property

The Carlin Boutique Hotel

Feb 15 - Feb 18

3 night stay

Tampa (TPA) to Queenstown (ZQN)

Qantas Airways • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $9,576, price is now $7,559 per person
$7,559
per person
found 20 hours ago
Coronet Ridge Resort
5.0-star property

Coronet Ridge Resort

Feb 15 - Feb 18

3 night stay

Tampa (TPA) to Queenstown (ZQN)

Qantas Airways • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $5,004, price is now $4,369 per person
$4,369
per person
found 20 hours ago
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Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

4.5 out of 5
77 Manapouri - Te Anau Highway Te Anau
Stay at this holiday park in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre and Ivon Wilson Park are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
Clean, tidy with comfy bedding. Staff were polite and helpful during our stay.

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

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Fiordland Great Views Holiday Park

Fiordland Great Views Holiday Park

2.5 out of 5
129 Te Anau Milford Highway Te Anau
Stay at this holiday park in Te Anau. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the bathrooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Fiordland Astronomy and Fiordland Cinema are located nearby.
7.6/10 Good! (331 reviews)
Got there for check in and there was a young man who seemed to be getting trained on how to check people in. He did a good job. The room was exactly as described - two bunk beds and a queen bed. The quarters were a little tight but the room was clean and seemed to be newer. The only ventilation in ...

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

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Te Anau Manapouri Lake Hotel

Te Anau Manapouri Lake Hotel

3 out of 5
68 Catherdral Drive Manapouri
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Manapouri. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attraction Frasers Beach is located nearby.
6.6/10 (792 reviews)
Nice view of lake, room and bathroom good. Friendly staff. Older building with different layout.

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

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Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau

Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau

5 out of 5
128 Te Anau Terrace Te Anau
Book a stay at this luxury holiday park in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Fiordland Cinema and Luxmore Jet are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (790 reviews)
The Holiday Park was average, parking is an issue as it's very cramped. The main issue was the price. 364 NZ dollars for one night prefab cabin in a caravan park with a shared shower and toilet is outrageous. This is pure price gouging. It's just not good value for money.

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

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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.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the cheapest flight to Southland?
Your next vacation doesn't have to put a hole in your travel budget. In the last seven days, the cheapest return flight to Southland cost $101. Find a cheap seat and spend the dollars you save on exciting experiences. This price was available on Travelocity for flights to Southland departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Which airlines fly to Southland?
When planning your Southland trip, you'll have a pick of 17 airlines. Make Air New Zealand your number one carrier for flights to Invercargill. It has around 255 flights every month to this vibrant city.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Southland?
Spend more money on epic experiences and less on your airline ticket by zipping off to Southland in November. This is the most affordable time to board a plane to this place according to Travelocity's direct return flight demand from January to December last year. Look through our selection of flights and get out of town without paying a fortune.
How can I check my flight status to Southland?
Check the status of your flight to Southland, make changes to your journey and more from our helpful Trips portal. Located at the top of our homepage, it's your one-stop shop for viewing and managing your bookings. All you need to do is sign in or open an account. Savvy wanderers will also enjoy the Travelocity app. You'll get real-time travel updates, as well as the ability to view and lock in flights, hotels and rental cars while you're on the move. If you have family flying with you, it's also an useful way to share travel info with each other.
How do I find the best deals on flights to Southland?
There are a few ways — book early, avoid busy periods and be flexible with your travel dates. If you don't have a specific date in mind, search for your flight to Southland on Travelocity and click on "Flexible dates" above your results. This will help you locate any cheaper airfares on a nearby day. $101 was the best deal for a return flight to Southland 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 Southland with Travelocity?
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What are the most popular flight routes to Southland?
With terrific connections, scoring flights to Southland couldn't be simpler. Here's a selection of the busiest flight routes to this exciting destination:

  • Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.) to Invercargill Airport (IVC) - 1,109 flights a month.
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) to Invercargill Airport (IVC) - 368 flights a month.
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) to Invercargill Airport (IVC) - 156 flights a month.

How much is a flight to Southland on average?
In the last seven days, roundtrip flights to Southland cost between $101 and $1,084. No matter what type of ticket you're after, we have some fantastic deals to help you stick to 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 Southland?
Take a peek at these leading routes for some insight into how long you'll be cruising the skies during a direct flight to Southland:

  • Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.) to Invercargill Airport (IVC) - 1 hour and 25 minutes
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) to Invercargill Airport (IVC) - 2 hours and 10 minutes
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) to Invercargill Airport (IVC) - 2 hours and 5 minutes

What can I expect on a flight to Southland?
This mostly depends on your carrier and where you're starting your journey from. Many airlines provide passengers with warm meals, drinks and entertainment on long-haul journeys. Whether you're chasing business class flights to Southland or cheap flights for family vacations, you'll be taken care of from the minute you take off to the moment you land.

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