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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 $79 and $447 for one-way flights to South Island for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply

Mon, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 16
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
CHC
Christchurch Intl.
$691 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$691
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Mon, Dec 1 from Los Angeles Intl. to Christchurch Intl., returning Tue, Dec 16, priced at $691 found 15 hours ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
AKLWellingtonOctober 9 to October 15$79
AKLMomonaSeptember 17 to September 18$128
AKLNelsonNovember 26 to November 29$198
AKLHokitikaOctober 28 to October 29$264
AKLBlenheimOctober 16 to October 18$266
AKLInvercargill AirportOctober 9 to October 13$268
WLGMomonaSeptember 15 to September 16$292
MELWellingtonNovember 20 to November 23$393
SYDMomonaNovember 11 to November 17$576
SYDInvercargill AirportOctober 20 to October 27$601
BNEMomonaDecember 5 to December 12$610
MELNelsonNovember 8 to November 15$619
MELBlenheimOctober 6 to October 12$651
SYDNelsonSeptember 22 to September 26$684
MELInvercargill AirportSeptember 23 to September 28$687
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
AKLQueenstownSeptember 14 to September 18$115
AKLChristchurchSeptember 13 to September 16$125
AKLWellingtonSeptember 14 to October 12$133
CHCWellingtonSeptember 12 to September 15$152
AKLMomonaSeptember 13 to September 18$193
WLGChristchurchSeptember 13 to September 20$280
SYDQueenstownSeptember 14 to September 29$368
WLGMomonaSeptember 14 to September 15$409
WLGQueenstownSeptember 14 to September 16$460
MELQueenstownSeptember 13 to September 18$499
SYDChristchurchSeptember 14 to September 20$538
BNEQueenstownSeptember 13 to September 20$551
SYDWellingtonSeptember 12 to September 17$601
LAXWellingtonSeptember 13 to November 1$1,150
LAXChristchurchSeptember 12 to September 20$1,310
*Prices include taxes and fees

South Island Flight Information

Traveling to
South Island
Lowest Price
$79
Number of Airlines Serving
Airlines Serving
Fiji Airways, 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
The price is $87 total per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
$87 total
per night
Sep 8 - Sep 9
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. ...
Reavers Lodge
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5 out of 5
165 Cashel Street, Christchurch
The price is $50 total per night from Sep 10 to Sep 11
$50 total
per night
Sep 10 - Sep 11
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 ...
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch

5 out of 5
5 Peter Leeming Road, Burnside, Christchurch
The price is $56 total per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
$56 total
per night
Sep 14 - Sep 15
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 ...
LyLo Christchurch
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Pinewood Queenstown

Pinewood Queenstown

3 out of 5
48 Hamilton Road, Queenstown
The price is $72 total per night from Oct 3 to Oct 4
$72 total
per night
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Stay at this 3-star lodge in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
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
The price is $151 total per night from Sep 13 to Sep 14
$151 total
per night
Sep 13 - Sep 14
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 ...
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 ...
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Airways Motel

Airways Motel

3 out of 5
5 Dinton Street, off Russley Road, Christchurch
The price is $75 total per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
$75 total
per night
Sep 21 - Sep 22
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 ...
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Commodore Airport Hotel

Commodore Airport Hotel

4.5 out of 5
449 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch
The price is $143 total per night from Sep 13 to Sep 14
$143 total
per night
Sep 13 - Sep 14
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 ...
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
The price is $287 total per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
$287 total
per night
Sep 14 - Sep 15
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. ...
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 ...
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Platinum Queenstown Villas
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
Kawarau Village, 79 Peninsula Road, Kawarau Falls
The price is $241 total per night from Sep 12 to Sep 13
$241 total
per night
Sep 12 - Sep 13
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 ...
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Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

4.5 out of 5
6 Liverpool Street, Dunedin
The price is $138 total per night from Sep 22 to Sep 23
$138 total
per night
Sep 22 - Sep 23
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. ...
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 ...

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

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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
The price is $194 total per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
$194 total
per night
Sep 8 - Sep 9
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. ...
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Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort

4.5 out of 5
State Highway 8, Lake Tekapo
The price is $128 total per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
$128 total
per night
Sep 8 - Sep 9
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 ...
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Tahuna Beach Holiday Park
Great for families

Tahuna Beach Holiday Park

4 out of 5
70 Beach Road, Tahunanui, Nelson
The price is $108 total per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
$108 total
per night
Sep 14 - Sep 15
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 ...
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.

Best South Island Flight and Hotel Packages

South Island flight + hotel packages - economy flights

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Ohtel Wellington

Ohtel Wellington

4.5 out of 5
Price was $2,137, price is now $2,045 per person
$2,045
per person
Oct 9 - Oct 11
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Raleigh (RDU) to Wellington (WLG)
Wharekauhau Luxury Country Estate

Wharekauhau Luxury Country Estate

5 out of 5
Price was $3,297, price is now $2,987 per person
$2,987
per person
Oct 9 - Oct 11
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Raleigh (RDU) to Wellington (WLG)
Greenmantle Estate Hotel

Greenmantle Estate Hotel

5 out of 5
Price was $2,227, price is now $2,133 per person
$2,133
per person
Oct 9 - Oct 11
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Raleigh (RDU) to Wellington (WLG)
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Economy

Chevrolet Spark or similar
  • 4 people
Chevrolet Spark
Economy Chevrolet Spark

Compact

Ford Focus or similar
  • 4 people
Ford Focus
Compact Ford Focus

Midsize

Toyota Corolla or similar
  • 5 people
Toyota Corolla
Midsize Toyota Corolla

SUV

Jeep Compass or similar
  • 5 people
Jeep Compass
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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 $79. 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, December 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. $79 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 $79 and $1,310. 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.