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Cheap flights from South Island to the United States from $488

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 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — LAX
23 Apr — 30 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Island to USA

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Island to USA flight deals. Data was last updated 18 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,157

One-way from

$488
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 31/5-7/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 53h 45m total
  • South Island to USA
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 3/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 55m total
  • South Island to USA

Find flight deals from South Island to USA

Cheapest flights from South Island to USA
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Island to USA. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 April 2025.

Sat 31/516:40CHC - HNL
1 stop15h 10mQantas Airways
Sat 7/609:35HNL - CHC
2 stops38h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/4$1,157
Wed 7/520:30CHC - HNL
3 stops46h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/512:00HNL - CHC
3 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4$1,169
Sat 10/513:15CHC - HNL
1 stop30h 55mFiji Airways
Thu 15/522:55HNL - CHC
3 stops20h 40mFiji Airways
Deal found 15/4$1,262
Sat 25/1014:05CHC - LAX
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/1122:45LAX - CHC
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4$1,406
Fri 18/709:15CHC - HNL
1 stop21h 10mAir New Zealand
Sun 27/710:15HNL - CHC
2 stops24h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/4$1,406
Sun 4/516:40CHC - SFO
1 stop20h 05mQantas Airways
Sun 18/517:49SFO - CHC
2 stops26h 36mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/4$1,741
Tue 29/406:10CHC - LAX
1 stop29h 30mQantas Airways
Tue 13/521:50LAX - CHC
1 stop31h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/4$1,745
Sun 1/609:40CHC - SFO
2 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/616:18SFO - CHC
2 stops28h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4$1,822
Sun 25/506:05CHC - PHX
2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/612:25PHX - CHC
2 stops41h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4$1,861
Fri 16/509:40CHC - HNL
2 stops18h 10mJetstar
Fri 23/508:20HNL - CHC
3 stops32h 15mJetstar
Deal found 15/4$1,876
Sun 1/616:40CHC - ORD
2 stops35h 43mQantas Airways
Sun 8/609:12ORD - CHC
2 stops45h 58mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/4$2,068
Thu 25/906:10CHC - SFO
1 stop21h 05mUnited Airlines
Mon 29/923:35SFO - CHC
1 stop42h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/4$2,079

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Island to USA 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 18 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Island to the United States that are best for you.

Fly from

South Island

Fly to

USA

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchHonolulu

CHC - HNL

CHCHNL

Christchurch

Sat 31/5

16:40-09:50

1 stop15h 10m

Honolulu

Sat 7/6

09:35-22:10

2 stops38h 35m

$1,157

ChristchurchHonolulu

CHC - HNL

CHCHNL

Christchurch

Wed 7/5

20:30-21:10

3 stops46h 40m

Honolulu

Tue 13/5

12:00-17:35

3 stops31h 35m

$1,169

ChristchurchHonolulu

CHC - HNL

CHCHNL

Christchurch

Sat 10/5

13:15-22:10

1 stop30h 55m

Honolulu

Thu 15/5

22:55-17:35

3 stops20h 40m

$1,262

ChristchurchHonolulu

CHC - HNL

CHCHNL

Christchurch

Fri 18/7

09:15-08:25

1 stop21h 10m

Honolulu

Sun 27/7

10:15-08:40

2 stops24h 25m

$1,406

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Mon 5/5

10:30-12:55

2 stops21h 25m

Los Angeles

Tue 20/5

23:55-12:15

1 stop17h 20m

$1,573

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Sun 4/5

16:40-17:45

1 stop20h 05m

San Francisco

Sun 18/5

17:49-15:25

2 stops26h 36m

$1,741

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Tue 29/4

06:10-16:40

1 stop29h 30m

Los Angeles

Tue 13/5

21:50-00:10

1 stop31h 20m

$1,745

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Sun 1/6

09:40-17:45

2 stops27h 05m

San Francisco

Sun 8/6

16:18-15:25

2 stops28h 07m

$1,822

ChristchurchPhoenix

CHC - PHX

CHCPHX

Christchurch

Sun 25/5

06:05-19:40

2 stops32h 35m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 1/6

12:25-00:45

2 stops41h 20m

$1,861

ChristchurchHonolulu

CHC - HNL

CHCHNL

Christchurch

Fri 16/5

09:40-05:50

2 stops18h 10m

Honolulu

Fri 23/5

08:20-14:35

3 stops32h 15m

$1,876

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 15/4

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Best time to book a flight from South Island to USA

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from South Island to the United States

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to USA (average of $758). Flying from South Island to USA in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,000). 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 US?

Find hourly flight availability from South Island to USA. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 April 2025.

When flying from South Island to USA, 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 USA by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in USA ranges from 71.0 - 114.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 114.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit USA when rainfall is around 71.0 mm.

Temperature in USA by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to USA, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing USA

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to USA. 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 USA. Reviews last updated 18 April 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with EVA Air, ANA and China Airlines from South Island to USA to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
8.3
Very Good

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Island to USA. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Island to USA one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Fiji Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $488. Users have also found prices from $622 and $665 on Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to USA (average of $758). Flying from South Island to USA in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,000). 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 6 airlines flying from South Island to USA

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from South Island to USA. 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 18 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$922Average$1,204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,050Average$1,562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,083Average$1,376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,160Average$1,930FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,299Average$2,100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,406Average$2,084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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