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$91+ Cheap flights from South Island

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CHC — AKL
23 Feb — 2 Mar1
1 adult

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Cheapest flights from South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Island. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 18 February 2025.

Thu 20/306:45CHC - WLG
Nonstop0h 50mJetstar
Tue 25/308:15WLG - CHC
Nonstop0h 50mJetstar
Deal found 17/2$91
Thu 20/306:15CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Mon 24/320:55AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 16/2$135
Wed 12/310:45ZQN - AKL
Nonstop1h 50mJetstar
Wed 19/310:20AKL - ZQN
Nonstop1h 50mJetstar
Deal found 17/2$208
Wed 9/406:15CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 18/417:05AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/2$256
Thu 20/321:00CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 25mAir New Zealand
Mon 24/314:00AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/2$268
Wed 28/508:55ZQN - AKL
2 stops12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/614:20AKL - ZQN
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/2$277
Wed 30/713:05ZQN - AKL
Nonstop1h 50mAir New Zealand
Wed 3/911:35AKL - ZQN
Nonstop1h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/2$287
Sun 30/306:45CHC - OOL
1 stop10h 30mJetstar
Sun 6/418:55OOL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 17/2$442
Sun 30/306:00CHC - OOL
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/418:55OOL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/2$513
Mon 17/306:10CHC - BNE
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/322:55BNE - CHC
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/2$540
Sat 1/306:20CHC - BNE
Nonstop3h 50mQantas Airways
Sun 9/317:30BNE - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/2$552
Wed 19/308:20CHC - BNE
1 stop26h 05mJetstar
Fri 21/322:55BNE - CHC
1 stop12h 45mJetstar
Deal found 18/2$566

Find flights from South Island within your budget

Find flights departing from South Island that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 18 February 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches

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Auckland

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchAuckland

CHC - AKL

CHCAKL

Christchurch

Tue 18/3

18:15-22:05

1 stop3h 50m

Auckland Intl

Sat 22/3

12:30-20:35

1 stop8h 05m

$301

ChristchurchWellington

CHC - WLG

CHCWLG

Christchurch

Thu 20/3

20:30-07:05

1 stop10h 35m

Wellington

Tue 25/3

12:10-17:35

1 stop5h 25m

$301

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 12/3

10:30-15:15

1 stop4h 45m

Auckland Intl

Wed 19/3

08:15-10:05

Nonstop1h 50m

$310

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Thu 3/4

10:25-21:50

1 stop11h 25m

Auckland Intl

Mon 7/4

08:15-10:10

Nonstop1h 55m

$324

ChristchurchAuckland

CHC - AKL

CHCAKL

Christchurch

Thu 10/4

18:10-22:15

1 stop4h 05m

Auckland Intl

Fri 18/4

17:05-18:30

Nonstop1h 25m

$350

ChristchurchAuckland

CHC - AKL

CHCAKL

Christchurch

Fri 11/4

06:25-10:50

1 stop4h 25m

Auckland Intl

Thu 17/4

06:40-08:05

Nonstop1h 25m

$431

ChristchurchCoolangatta

CHC - OOL

CHCOOL

Christchurch

Sun 30/3

06:45-14:15

1 stop10h 30m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Sun 6/4

18:55-00:10

Nonstop3h 15m

$442

QueenstownAuckland

ZQN - AKL

ZQNAKL

Queenstown Intl

Tue 13/5

16:10-21:05

2 stops4h 55m

Auckland Intl

Wed 14/5

12:00-15:20

1 stop3h 20m

$473

ChristchurchCoolangatta

CHC - OOL

CHCOOL

Christchurch

Sun 30/3

06:00-06:50

Nonstop3h 50m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Sun 6/4

18:55-00:10

Nonstop3h 15m

$513

ChristchurchBrisbane

CHC - BNE

CHCBNE

Christchurch

Mon 17/3

06:10-07:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Brisbane

Fri 21/3

22:55-14:40

1 stop12h 45m

$540

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Best time to book a flight from South Island

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Travel insights for flights from South Island

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from South Island including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Island?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island (average of $95). Flying from South Island in January will prove the most costly (average of $138). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the cheapest time to fly from South Island?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Island to Auckland. Price data was last updated on 16 February 2025.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from South Island would be wise to consider leaving during Sunday at midday when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Sunday evenings when fares are usually the most expensive.

Which airlines fly from South Island?

For round-trip flights from South Island you’ll fly on: Jetstar, Air New Zealand. Which fly to the following popular destinations: Auckland.

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand

From $69

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

From $171

Jetstar

Jetstar

From $47

Singapore Airlines

Singapore Airlines

From $653

Airline reviews for flights from South Island

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from South Island. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from South Island. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
463 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

eric,Jan 2025

SFO - BOS

Connection Booked by United was one hour and 20 minutes to come from international Auckland to San Francisco, deplane, clear customs and immigration, collect baggage, transfer baggage, go through TSA, walk/run across terminals 20 minutes and barely make connection When united informed pre-vacation of the tightness of the connection,would not switch to a flight two hours later, despite open seats, the flight that the baggage actually took Passengers made connection; baggage did not Food: nonexistent for a cross country six hour flight Arrived early, but of course gate unavailable and then plane door to get off stuck for 20 minutes

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
463 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
463 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

eric,Jan 2025

SFO - BOS

Connection Booked by United was one hour and 20 minutes to come from international Auckland to San Francisco, deplane, clear customs and immigration, collect baggage, transfer baggage, go through TSA, walk/run across terminals 20 minutes and barely make connection When united informed pre-vacation of the tightness of the connection,would not switch to a flight two hours later, despite open seats, the flight that the baggage actually took Passengers made connection; baggage did not Food: nonexistent for a cross country six hour flight Arrived early, but of course gate unavailable and then plane door to get off stuck for 20 minutes

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
447 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
463 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

eric,Jan 2025

SFO - BOS

Connection Booked by United was one hour and 20 minutes to come from international Auckland to San Francisco, deplane, clear customs and immigration, collect baggage, transfer baggage, go through TSA, walk/run across terminals 20 minutes and barely make connection When united informed pre-vacation of the tightness of the connection,would not switch to a flight two hours later, despite open seats, the flight that the baggage actually took Passengers made connection; baggage did not Food: nonexistent for a cross country six hour flight Arrived early, but of course gate unavailable and then plane door to get off stuck for 20 minutes

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from South Island. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 18 February 2025.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly out of South Island?

    Auckland Intl airport offers the cheapest routes to Melbourne from $98. Christchurch airport is a great option if you're flying to Auckland from $112. Our top recommendation is to be generally flexible with your dates of travel for the best rates.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from South Island?

    At the present moment the cheapest month to fly from South Island is currently May; with January being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from South Island?

    Here are some of the cheapest flight destinations from South Island:
    Fly from Auckland to Wellington from $98 round trip
    Fly from Auckland to Christchurch from $112 round trip
    Fly from Christchurch to Auckland from $112 round trip
    Fly from Auckland to Queenstown from $159 round trip
    Fly from Auckland to Nelson from $203 round trip

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  • Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from South Island?

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