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$708+ Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) 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 11/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — CHC
Nov 13 — Nov 201
Thu 11/13
Thu 11/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Newark to South Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Newark to South Island flight deals. Data was last updated October 14, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,219
(oojo)

One-way from

$708
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,707
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Cheapest flights from Newark to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newark to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 14, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Wed 11/262:45 pmEWR - ZQN
2 stops25h 05mAir New Zealand
Wed 12/33:05 pmZQN - EWR
2 stops23h 54mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/12$1,219
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Tue 11/117:15 amEWR - CHC
2 stops30h 50mAir New Zealand
Tue 11/185:00 pmCHC - EWR
2 stops22h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/12$1,219
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/262:45 pmEWR - CHC
2 stops24h 20mAir New Zealand
Wed 12/31:00 pmCHC - EWR
2 stops25h 59mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/12$1,280
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Fri 11/286:00 amEWR - CHC
2 stops33h 05mAir New Zealand
Fri 12/53:05 pmCHC - EWR
2 stops23h 54mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/14$1,314
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Wed 12/39:00 amEWR - CHC
2 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/215:00 pmCHC - EWR
2 stops30h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$1,357
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Sat 11/18:40 pmEWR - CHC
2 stops44h 45mAir New Zealand
Sat 11/154:30 pmCHC - EWR
2 stops22h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/14$1,360
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/276:00 amEWR - ZQN
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/41:25 pmZQN - EWR
2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/13$1,363
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/286:00 amEWR - DUD
2 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/511:50 amDUD - EWR
2 stops30h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/13$1,387
This Air New Zealand deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 New Zealand is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/132:15 pmEWR - BHE
2 stops24h 50mAir New Zealand
Mon 11/1712:15 pmBHE - EWR
2 stops30h 43mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/12$1,401
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/111:19 pmEWR - CHC
3 stops25h 46mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/185:00 pmCHC - EWR
3 stops34h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$1,423
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/304:08 pmEWR - BHE
2 stops23h 57mAir New Zealand
Thu 11/62:35 pmBHE - EWR
2 stops28h 23mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/12$1,436
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/304:08 pmEWR - NSN
2 stops24h 22mAir New Zealand
Thu 11/63:00 pmNSN - EWR
2 stops27h 58mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/12$1,436

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Newark 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 October 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Newark Airport to South Island that are best for you.

Fly from

Newark

Fly to

South Island

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NewarkQueenstown

EWR - ZQN

EWRZQN

Newark

Wed 11/26

2:45 pm-9:50 am

2 stops25h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 12/3

3:05 pm-8:59 pm

2 stops23h 54m

$1,219

NewarkChristchurch

EWR - CHC

EWRCHC

Newark

Wed 12/3

9:00 am-9:05 am

2 stops30h 05m

Christchurch

Sun 12/21

6:45 am-5:59 am

2 stops41h 14m

$1,357

NewarkChristchurch

EWR - CHC

EWRCHC

Newark

Sat 11/1

8:40 pm-10:25 am

2 stops44h 45m

Christchurch

Sat 11/15

4:30 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops22h 50m

$1,360

NewarkQueenstown

EWR - ZQN

EWRZQN

Newark

Thu 11/27

6:00 am-10:05 am

2 stops34h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 12/4

1:25 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops25h 55m

$1,363

NewarkDunedin

EWR - DUD

EWRDUD

Newark

Fri 11/28

6:00 am-11:15 am

2 stops35h 15m

Dunedin

Fri 12/5

11:50 am-12:41 am

2 stops30h 51m

$1,387

NewarkBlenheim

EWR - BHE

EWRBHE

Newark

Thu 11/13

2:15 pm-9:05 am

2 stops24h 50m

Blenheim

Mon 11/17

12:15 pm-12:58 am

2 stops30h 43m

$1,401

NewarkBlenheim

EWR - BHE

EWRBHE

Newark

Thu 10/30

4:08 pm-9:05 am

2 stops23h 57m

Blenheim

Thu 11/6

2:35 pm-12:58 am

2 stops28h 23m

$1,436

NewarkNelson

EWR - NSN

EWRNSN

Newark

Thu 10/30

4:08 pm-9:30 am

2 stops24h 22m

Nelson

Thu 11/6

3:00 pm-12:58 am

2 stops27h 58m

$1,436

NewarkChristchurch

EWR - CHC

EWRCHC

Newark

Wed 12/3

3:00 pm-10:35 am

1 stop25h 35m

Christchurch

Sun 12/21

2:15 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$1,509

NewarkQueenstown

EWR - ZQN

EWRZQN

Newark

Fri 11/28

6:00 am-9:50 am

2 stops33h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 12/5

10:25 am-5:00 pm

2 stops24h 35m

$1,659

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from EWR to EDG?

Find hourly flight availability from Newark 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 October 14, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Newark Airport to South Island at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 44% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 October 14, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air New Zealand from Newark Airport to South Island. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
514 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
514 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
514 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Newark to South Island. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Newark Airport to South Island?

    Departing from Newark Airport to South Island will take you 25h 05m. The distance from Newark Airport to South Island is about 9311 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Newark 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.

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Top airline flying from Newark to South Island

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Newark 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 October 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,276Average$1,822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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