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Cheap flights from Hamilton to South Island from $186

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 10/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CHC
16 Apr — 23 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Hamilton to South Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Hamilton to South Island flight deals. Data was last updated 11 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$307

One-way from

$186

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$510
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 10/5-17/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 5h 25m total
  • Hamilton to South Island
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10/5
  • 10/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 20m total
  • Hamilton to South Island
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($52 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Cheapest flights from Hamilton to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hamilton to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 April 2025.

Sat 10/514:30HLZ - CHC
1 stop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Sat 17/516:00CHC - HLZ
Nonstop1h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/4$307
Sun 12/1010:45HLZ - ZQN
1 stop4h 35mAir New Zealand
Wed 22/1011:25ZQN - HLZ
1 stop5h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/4$347
Sat 26/408:20HLZ - BHE
1 stop5h 10mAir New Zealand
Wed 30/407:30BHE - HLZ
1 stop2h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/4$557
Fri 16/519:00HLZ - ZQN
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/510:30ZQN - HLZ
1 stop23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4$615
Fri 2/507:40HLZ - DUD
1 stop5h 25mAir New Zealand
Sun 4/508:05DUD - HLZ
1 stop4h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/4$710
Sat 26/408:20HLZ - BHE
1 stop5h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 30/411:00BHE - HLZ
2 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4$943

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

Fly from

Hamilton

Fly to

South Island

Route

Departure

Return

Price

HamiltonChristchurch

HLZ - CHC

HLZCHC

Hamilton

Sat 10/5

14:30-18:05

1 stop3h 35m

Christchurch

Sat 17/5

16:00-17:50

Nonstop1h 50m

$307

HamiltonQueenstown

HLZ - ZQN

HLZZQN

Hamilton

Sat 24/5

17:35-10:40

1 stop17h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 31/5

11:25-18:55

1 stop7h 30m

$403

HamiltonBlenheim

HLZ - BHE

HLZBHE

Hamilton

Sat 26/4

08:20-13:30

1 stop5h 10m

Blenheim

Wed 30/4

07:30-10:15

1 stop2h 45m

$557

HamiltonQueenstown

HLZ - ZQN

HLZZQN

Hamilton

Fri 16/5

19:00-10:40

1 stop15h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 18/5

10:30-10:15

1 stop23h 45m

$615

HamiltonDunedin

HLZ - DUD

HLZDUD

Hamilton

Fri 2/5

07:40-13:05

1 stop5h 25m

Dunedin

Sun 4/5

08:05-13:00

1 stop4h 55m

$710

HamiltonBlenheim

HLZ - BHE

HLZBHE

Hamilton

Sat 26/4

08:20-13:30

1 stop5h 10m

Blenheim

Wed 30/4

11:00-10:15

2 stops23h 15m

$943

HamiltonQueenstown

HLZ - ZQN

HLZZQN

Hamilton

Sat 10/5

14:30-09:50

1 stop19h 20m

$186

HamiltonChristchurch

HLZ - CHC

HLZCHC

Hamilton

Sun 27/4

19:00-20:30

1 stop25h 30m

$286

HamiltonChristchurch

HLZ - CHC

HLZCHC

Hamilton

Sun 27/4

18:20-20:15

Nonstop1h 55m

$443

HamiltonQueenstown

HLZ - ZQN

HLZZQN

Hamilton

Sat 10/5

07:40-19:40

3 stops12h 00m

$647

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 10/4

Best time to book a flight from Hamilton to South Island

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Hamilton to South Island (average of $102). Flying from Hamilton to South Island in November is currently the most expensive (average of $192). 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 HM1 to EDG?

Find hourly flight availability from Hamilton 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 11 April 2025.

When flying from Hamilton 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 Hamilton to South Island

Explore weekly flight availability from Hamilton 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 11 April 2025.

The most flights from HM1 to zzEDG are scheduled on a Thursday (104 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (69 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 11 April 2025.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
463 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
463 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
463 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Related info for your journey

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

    Flights from Hamilton to South Island have been viewed 12,589 times in the past calendar month.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Hamilton to South Island, consider Hamilton - Christchurch, Hamilton - Queenstown Intl or Hamilton - Dunedin, as they are the most popular.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Hamilton to South Island consider choosing ANA(96%), United Airlines(93%) or Turkish Airlines(90%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Hamilton to South Island? While on average our users pay $176, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $55. The most popular route (Hamilton - Christchurch), is priced around $258.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hamilton 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 Hamilton to South Island?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Hamilton to South Island (average of $102). Flying from Hamilton to South Island in November is currently the most expensive (average of $192). 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 Hamilton to South Island

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Hamilton to South Island. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 11 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$89Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$166Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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