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$480+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to 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 11/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CHC
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Cheap flight deals from Irvine to South Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Irvine to South Island flight deals. Data was last updated julio 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$860
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$538
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,045
From Irvine to South Island
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Cheapest flights from Irvine to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 31, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/36:10 pmLAX - CHC
2 stops33h 30mAir Canada
mié. 11/196:10 amCHC - LAX
2 stops26h 43mAir Canada
Deal found 7/30$811
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/510:45 pmLAX - CHC
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
jue. 11/202:05 pmCHC - LAX
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$824
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/78:10 pmLAX - CHC
2 stops19h 00mAir New Zealand
dom. 11/161:00 pmCHC - LAX
2 stops19h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/31$952
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/58:10 pmLAX - ZQN
2 stops39h 10mAir New Zealand
mié. 11/192:15 pmZQN - LAX
1 stop18h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/30$958
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/510:45 pmLAX - ZQN
2 stops23h 55mMultiple Airlines
mié. 11/194:50 pmZQN - LAX
2 stops40h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,005
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/288:05 pmLAX - BHE
1 stop17h 00mAir New Zealand
dom. 11/92:35 pmBHE - LAX
1 stop17h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/31$1,049
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/97:05 pmLAX - NSN
2 stops18h 05mAir New Zealand
vie. 12/192:50 pmNSN - LAX
2 stops17h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/30$1,065
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/1911:55 pmLAX - CHC
2 stops50h 20mFiji Airways
dom. 10/56:15 amCHC - LAX
2 stops26h 40mFiji Airways
Deal found 7/30$1,111
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/72:10 pmLAX - NSN
2 stops27h 20mAir Canada
mar. 12/1610:50 amNSN - LAX
2 stops22h 03mAir Canada
Deal found 7/30$1,159
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/1011:10 pmLAX - CHC
1 stop21h 15mQantas Airways
mié. 10/226:00 amCHC - LAX
1 stop20h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/31$1,196
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/411:10 pmLAX - ZQN
1 stop20h 20mQantas Airways
jue. 9/183:25 pmZQN - LAX
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/31$1,243
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/118:10 pmLAX - NSN
1 stop22h 05mMultiple Airlines
mar. 12/164:15 pmNSN - LAX
2 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,363

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated julio 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Irvine to South Island that are best for you.

Fly from

Irvine

Fly to

South Island

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

lun. 11/3

6:10 pm-12:40 am

2 stops33h 30m

Christchurch

mié. 11/19

6:10 am-11:53 am

2 stops26h 43m

$811

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

mié. 11/5

10:45 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops21h 50m

Christchurch

jue. 11/20

2:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop18h 45m

$824

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

mié. 1/21

11:30 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop18h 10m

Christchurch

mar. 2/17

6:15 am-6:55 am

1 stop21h 40m

$874

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

vie. 11/7

8:10 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops19h 00m

Christchurch

dom. 11/16

1:00 pm-11:15 am

2 stops19h 15m

$952

Los AngelesBlenheim

LAX - BHE

LAXBHE

Los Angeles

mar. 10/28

8:05 pm-9:05 am

1 stop17h 00m

Blenheim

dom. 11/9

2:35 pm-11:15 am

1 stop17h 40m

$1,049

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

mié. 8/27

11:55 pm-9:05 am

2 stops38h 10m

Queenstown Intl

lun. 9/15

10:50 am-12:55 pm

2 stops45h 05m

$1,054

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

vie. 9/19

11:55 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops50h 20m

Christchurch

dom. 10/5

6:15 am-12:55 pm

2 stops26h 40m

$1,111

Los AngelesNelson

LAX - NSN

LAXNSN

Los Angeles

mar. 10/28

8:05 pm-10:20 am

1 stop18h 15m

Nelson

dom. 11/9

3:00 pm-11:15 am

1 stop17h 15m

$1,124

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

mar. 10/7

11:55 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops23h 45m

Queenstown Intl

mar. 10/14

11:25 am-12:20 pm

2 stops20h 55m

$1,149

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

jue. 9/4

11:10 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Queenstown Intl

jue. 9/18

3:25 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop18h 00m

$1,243

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/29

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to South Island

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to South Island (average of $1,101). Flying from Irvine to South Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,869). 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 IR9 to EDG?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine 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 julio 31, 2025.

When flying from Irvine 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.

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 julio 31, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with EVA Air, Emirates, and Singapore Airlines from Irvine to South Island by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,300 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
202 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
501 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Irvine 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 are the cheapest airlines to fly from Irvine to South Island one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qantas Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $624. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air New Zealand and Fiji Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Irvine to South Island for a low price.

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

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles - Christchurch, Los Angeles - Queenstown Intl or Los Angeles - Nelson when deciding on the best route from Irvine to South Island.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to South Island (average of $1,101). Flying from Irvine to South Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,869). 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 4 airlines flying from Irvine to South Island

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Irvine 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated julio 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$608Average$890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$619Average$862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$926Average$1,591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$930Average$1,322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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