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Cheap flights from South Island to South Africa from $2,034

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — JNB
4 Apr — 11 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Island to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Island to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 30 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,034
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 1/6-2/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 54m total
  • South Island to South Africa

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Cheapest flights from South Island to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Island to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 March 2025.

Sun 1/616:40CHC - JNB
1 stop33h 40mQantas Airways
Wed 2/718:45JNB - CHC
1 stop19h 14mQantas Airways
Deal found 29/3$2,034
Tue 13/506:35CHC - JNB
2 stops46h 00mSingapore Airlines
Tue 20/519:50JNB - CHC
1 stop27h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 29/3$2,116
Tue 13/517:45CHC - JNB
2 stops32h 30mEmirates
Tue 20/519:10JNB - CHC
2 stops43h 10mEmirates
Deal found 29/3$2,125
Wed 23/406:00CHC - CPT
2 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/511:05CPT - CHC
2 stops26h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3$2,369
Sun 11/516:40CHC - JNB
2 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/511:30JNB - CHC
3 stops39h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$2,417
Wed 23/417:45CHC - CPT
2 stops33h 05mEmirates
Mon 12/515:20CPT - CHC
3 stops35h 35mEmirates
Deal found 30/3$2,597
Wed 23/406:10CHC - CPT
3 stops61h 15mSingapore Airlines
Mon 12/510:40CPT - CHC
3 stops28h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 30/3$3,282
Mon 28/421:00CHC - JNB
2 stops55h 35mAir New Zealand
Mon 12/513:45JNB - CHC
1 stop33h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 29/3$10,105

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Island to South Africa that are best for you.

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South Island

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South Africa

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sun 1/6

16:40-16:20

1 stop33h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/7

18:45-23:59

1 stop19h 14m

$2,034

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Tue 13/5

06:35-18:35

2 stops46h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/5

19:50-09:30

1 stop27h 40m

$2,116

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Tue 13/5

17:45-16:15

2 stops32h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/5

19:10-00:20

2 stops43h 10m

$2,125

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Wed 23/4

06:00-22:50

2 stops26h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/5

11:05-23:59

2 stops26h 54m

$2,369

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sun 11/5

16:40-16:15

2 stops33h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/5

11:30-12:55

3 stops39h 25m

$2,417

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Wed 23/4

17:45-16:50

2 stops33h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/5

15:20-12:55

3 stops35h 35m

$2,597

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Wed 23/4

06:10-09:25

3 stops61h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/5

10:40-00:45

3 stops28h 05m

$3,282

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Mon 28/4

21:00-18:35

2 stops55h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/5

13:45-09:30

1 stop33h 45m

$10,105

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 29/3

Best time to book a flight from South Island to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Island to South Africa

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to South Africa (average of $1,168). Flying from South Island to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,605). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from EDG to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from South Island to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 March 2025.

When flying from South Island to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to South Africa. Reviews last updated 30 March 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Air New Zealand from South Island to South Africa to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to South Africa (average of $1,168). Flying from South Island to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,605). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,290Average$2,677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,539Average$2,616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,746Average$2,287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,802Average$2,624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,909Average$2,840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,368Average$3,464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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