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Cheap flights from Auckland to South Island from $96

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CHC
12 Jan — 19 Jan1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to South Island

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) to South Island (zzEDG). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 7 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$149

One-way from

$96
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 27/2-3/3
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 45m total
  • Auckland to South Island
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 13/2
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 25m total
  • Auckland to South Island

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Cheapest flights from Auckland to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 January 2025.

Thu 27/220:55AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Mon 3/306:15CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$149
Wed 30/418:45AKL - BHE
Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand
Sat 3/513:15BHE - AKL
Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$174
Mon 3/221:00AKL - CHC
1 stop12h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/206:15CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$174
Wed 22/1020:00AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mAir New Zealand
Sat 1/1115:30CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$202
Mon 3/308:15AKL - ZQN
Nonstop1h 50mJetstar
Thu 13/312:45ZQN - AKL
Nonstop1h 50mJetstar
Deal found 6/1$218
Mon 3/209:25AKL - DUD
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/206:25DUD - AKL
1 stop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$218
Mon 31/314:20AKL - ZQN
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/420:25ZQN - AKL
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$220
Sat 3/509:25AKL - DUD
Nonstop1h 50mJetstar
Sat 10/511:50DUD - AKL
Nonstop1h 50mJetstar
Deal found 6/1$238
Sat 3/509:00AKL - DUD
1 stop7h 25mAir New Zealand
Sat 10/512:20DUD - AKL
Nonstop1h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$248
Mon 3/217:30AKL - BHE
1 stop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/218:00BHE - AKL
1 stop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$271
Wed 30/417:45AKL - ZQN
Nonstop1h 55mAir New Zealand
Sat 10/513:05ZQN - AKL
2 stops4h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$275
Sat 12/412:10AKL - NSN
Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand
Sat 26/416:55NSN - AKL
1 stop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$317

Find flights from Auckland to South Island within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Auckland to South Island that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 7 January 2025.

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AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Thu 27/2

20:55-22:20

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Mon 3/3

06:15-07:35

Nonstop1h 20m

$149

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Tue 11/2

20:55-22:20

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Sat 15/2

16:35-22:05

1 stop5h 30m

$206

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Mon 3/3

08:15-10:05

Nonstop1h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 13/3

12:45-14:35

Nonstop1h 50m

$218

AucklandDunedin

AKL - DUD

AKLDUD

Auckland Intl

Mon 3/2

09:25-11:15

Nonstop1h 50m

Dunedin

Tue 11/2

06:25-09:25

1 stop3h 00m

$218

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Mon 31/3

14:20-16:10

Nonstop1h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 7/4

20:25-22:15

Nonstop1h 50m

$220

AucklandDunedin

AKL - DUD

AKLDUD

Auckland Intl

Tue 28/1

09:25-11:15

Nonstop1h 50m

Dunedin

Wed 29/1

11:50-13:35

Nonstop1h 45m

$245

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Tue 11/3

20:00-21:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Wed 12/3

12:10-14:50

1 stop2h 40m

$257

AucklandBlenheim

AKL - BHE

AKLBHE

Auckland Intl

Mon 3/2

17:30-21:25

1 stop3h 55m

Blenheim

Mon 24/2

18:00-22:05

1 stop4h 05m

$271

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Tue 18/2

06:40-08:35

Nonstop1h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 27/2

07:00-08:50

Nonstop1h 50m

$277

AucklandDunedin

AKL - DUD

AKLDUD

Auckland Intl

Mon 3/2

18:00-21:05

1 stop3h 05m

Dunedin

Tue 11/2

06:25-09:25

1 stop3h 00m

$294

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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to South Island

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Island from Auckland with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Auckland to South Island

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to South Island (average of $102). Flying from Auckland to South Island in November is currently the most expensive (average of $194). 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 AKL to EDG?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland to South Island. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 7 January 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Auckland to South Island

Explore weekly flight availability from Auckland to South Island. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 7 January 2025.

The most flights from AKL to zzEDG are scheduled on a Monday (91 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (66 on average).

Rainfall in South Island by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Island ranges from 40.0 - 60.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit South Island when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in South Island by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Island, 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 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing South Island

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to 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 an airline for your flight to South Island. Reviews last updated 7 January 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Auckland to South Island, see what other customers have to say about Jetstar and Air New Zealand. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very Good
476 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

8.0
Very Good
476 reviews
8.0
Very Good
476 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

6.6
Okay
468 reviews
8.0
Very Good
476 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Auckland to South Island. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Auckland to South Island?

    For a flight from Auckland to South Island, you will be flying from Auckland Intl. Auckland Intl (AKL) is just 17.9 km from the centre of the city.

  • How popular is this Auckland to South Island flight route?

  • What are the most popular routes from Auckland to South Island?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Auckland to South Island?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Auckland to South Island consider choosing South African(95%), Virgin Atlantic(94%) or Turkish Airlines(86%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Auckland to South Island?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Auckland to South Island? While on average our users pay $218, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $78. The most popular route (Auckland Intl - Queenstown Intl), is priced around $140.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Auckland to South Island that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Auckland to South Island flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Auckland to South Island?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Auckland to South Island.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Auckland to South Island?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland to South Island by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to South Island (average of $102). Flying from Auckland to South Island in November is currently the most expensive (average of $194). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Auckland to South Island

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$108Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$166Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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