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$62+ Cheap flights from South Island

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 10/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — SFO
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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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 April 30, 2025.

Sat 6/1410:50 amZQN - AKL
Nonstop1h 50mJetstar
Sun 6/158:25 amAKL - ZQN
Nonstop1h 55mJetstar
Deal found 4/29$95
Sat 6/219:45 amZQN - AKL
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/257:50 pmAKL - ZQN
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$144
Sat 6/211:05 pmZQN - AKL
2 stops8h 00mAir New Zealand
Wed 6/252:40 pmAKL - ZQN
Nonstop1h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/28$203
Sun 6/228:50 pmZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Mon 6/233:00 pmSYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 4/28$267
Thu 6/124:05 pmCHC - SYD
1 stop8h 10mJetstar
Mon 6/169:05 amSYD - CHC
1 stop6h 30mJetstar
Deal found 4/28$319
Tue 6/106:35 amCHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/176:20 amSYD - CHC
1 stop7h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$356
Tue 6/106:35 amCHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Tue 6/179:15 amSYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/28$389
Thu 6/124:40 pmCHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 30mEmirates
Thu 6/196:55 pmSYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 04mEmirates
Deal found 4/28$422
Tue 5/134:50 pmZQN - SYD
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/206:20 amSYD - ZQN
1 stop7h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$432
Sat 5/313:25 pmZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mQantas Airways
Sat 6/214:15 pmSYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/27$518
Tue 5/134:05 pmZQN - SYD
2 stops20h 30mAir New Zealand
Tue 5/206:20 pmSYD - ZQN
2 stops14h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/29$525
Thu 6/123:25 pmZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mEmirates
Thu 6/194:15 pmSYD - ZQN
Nonstop3h 00mEmirates
Deal found 4/27$528

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 April 30, 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Thu 6/12

4:05 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/16

9:05 am-5:35 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$319

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Tue 6/10

6:35 am-8:15 am

Nonstop3h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 6/17

6:20 am-3:55 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$356

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Tue 6/10

6:35 am-8:15 am

Nonstop3h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 6/17

9:15 am-2:25 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

$389

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Tue 5/13

4:50 pm-9:35 am

1 stop18h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/20

6:20 am-4:10 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$432

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Sat 5/31

3:25 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 6/21

4:15 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$518

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Tue 5/13

4:05 pm-10:35 am

2 stops20h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/20

6:20 pm-10:40 am

2 stops14h 20m

$525

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Thu 6/12

3:25 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 6/19

4:15 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$528

QueenstownSydney

ZQN - SYD

ZQNSYD

Queenstown Intl

Tue 6/3

4:30 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 6/21

6:00 am-3:40 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$780

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Tue 6/10

9:40 am-10:10 pm

2 stops14h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 6/17

6:15 am-7:50 am

2 stops23h 35m

$915

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Sat 7/12

1:15 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop18h 40m

Los Angeles

Tue 7/15

11:55 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop17h 20m

$1,024

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island (average of $598). Flying from South Island in July will prove the most costly (average of $935). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from South Island?

For flights departing from South Island check dates and pricing for the following: Air New Zealand, Fiji Airways, United Airlines. These airlines depart to the following popular destinations: San Francisco.

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand

From $94

Jetstar

Jetstar

From $47

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

From $198

Singapore Airlines

Singapore Airlines

From $869

Airline reviews for flights from South Island

Read reviews and ratings of airlines operating flights from South Island. Gain insights into the quality of service, in-flight amenities, customer experiences, and overall satisfaction to choose the best airline for your South Island travel. Please note that the reviews are sourced from user searches and were last updated on April 30, 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
732 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
190 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
472 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
829 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop

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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 April 30, 2025.

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

    San Francisco airport offers the cheapest routes to Dubai, from $2; whereas Istanbul airport is typically cheaper if you're flying to Cairo, from $23. It's best to make sure you are flexible on dates to find the cheapest possible flight options for your journey.

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

    August is currently the cheapest month to fly from South Island. At this moment in time July is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

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

    Check out the cheapest flights from South Island to embark to:
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