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$592+ Cheap flights from Portland (PDX) 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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — CHC
Nov 20 — Nov 271
Thu 11/20
Thu 11/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Portland to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 21, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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.
Wed 12/37:00 pmPDX - CHC
2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/109:30 amCHC - PDX
2 stops20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/19$1,146
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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.
Fri 10/312:50 pmPDX - CHC
2 stops28h 05mQantas Airways
Fri 11/76:05 amCHC - PDX
2 stops32h 07mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/19$1,161
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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.
Thu 11/277:00 pmPDX - ZQN
2 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/248:40 amZQN - PDX
2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/19$1,202
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Thu 12/43:15 pmPDX - CHC
2 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/116:10 amCHC - PDX
2 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/20$1,211
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Sun 11/212:33 pmPDX - CHC
2 stops29h 52mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/126:10 amCHC - PDX
2 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/20$1,247
This Bookaflight.co.il deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Bookaflight.co.il is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/215:55 pmPDX - CHC
2 stops24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/316:20 amCHC - PDX
2 stops22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/20$1,359
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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.
Thu 12/115:41 pmPDX - ZQN
2 stops46h 04mQantas Airways
Fri 12/2612:25 pmZQN - PDX
2 stops49h 46mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/19$1,383
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/235:55 pmPDX - CHC
2 stops25h 30mQantas Airways
Thu 10/306:05 amCHC - PDX
2 stops34h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/20$1,482
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/2412:30 pmPDX - CHC
2 stops30h 00mQantas Airways
Sat 11/16:05 amCHC - PDX
2 stops27h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/20$1,494
This EaseMyTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 EaseMyTrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/115:41 pmPDX - ZQN
2 stops46h 04mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/267:00 amZQN - PDX
2 stops31h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/20$1,497
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/82:58 pmPDX - ZQN
2 stops26h 37mQantas Airways
Wed 12/244:30 pmZQN - PDX
2 stops45h 41mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/20$1,518
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/97:16 amPDX - ZQN
2 stops40h 49mQantas Airways
Wed 12/244:30 pmZQN - PDX
2 stops45h 41mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/20$1,528

Cheap flight deals from Portland to South Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Portland to South Island flight deals. Data was last updated October 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,094
(oojo)

One-way from

$592
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$927
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($189 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($31 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland 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 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to South Island that are best for you.

Fly from

Portland

Fly to

South Island

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PortlandChristchurch

PDX - CHC

PDXCHC

Portland

Tue 2/3

3:22 pm-12:10 am

2 stops35h 48m

Christchurch

Tue 2/17

6:10 am-9:15 am

2 stops24h 05m

$1,164

PortlandQueenstown

PDX - ZQN

PDXZQN

Portland

Sun 2/22

7:00 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops24h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 3/15

5:20 pm-9:15 am

2 stops35h 55m

$1,165

PortlandChristchurch

PDX - CHC

PDXCHC

Portland

Wed 1/14

2:57 pm-12:10 am

2 stops36h 13m

Christchurch

Wed 1/21

6:10 am-9:15 am

2 stops24h 05m

$1,186

PortlandQueenstown

PDX - ZQN

PDXZQN

Portland

Mon 2/23

2:40 pm-11:25 am

2 stops23h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 3/15

8:25 pm-10:57 pm

2 stops46h 32m

$1,198

PortlandChristchurch

PDX - CHC

PDXCHC

Portland

Sat 1/31

10:52 am-2:55 pm

2 stops31h 03m

Christchurch

Wed 2/18

6:05 am-1:21 pm

2 stops28h 16m

$1,247

PortlandChristchurch

PDX - CHC

PDXCHC

Portland

Wed 2/4

2:57 pm-12:10 am

2 stops36h 13m

Christchurch

Tue 2/17

6:05 am-10:46 pm

2 stops37h 41m

$1,279

PortlandQueenstown

PDX - ZQN

PDXZQN

Portland

Tue 2/24

3:50 pm-11:25 am

2 stops22h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 3/15

8:25 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops42h 20m

$1,288

PortlandQueenstown

PDX - ZQN

PDXZQN

Portland

Sun 3/15

7:00 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops22h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 3/19

5:30 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops41h 10m

$1,301

PortlandQueenstown

PDX - ZQN

PDXZQN

Portland

Tue 1/13

3:22 pm-5:35 pm

3 stops29h 13m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 1/20

10:35 am-9:15 am

2 stops19h 40m

$1,304

PortlandChristchurch

PDX - CHC

PDXCHC

Portland

Wed 2/4

3:50 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops29h 35m

Christchurch

Thu 2/19

5:45 am-2:48 pm

2 stops30h 03m

$1,326

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to South Island

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Island from Portland with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Portland to South Island

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to South Island (average of $906). Flying from Portland to South Island in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,602). 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 PDX to EDG?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland 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 21, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Portland to South Island at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 32% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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 21, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand, United Airlines, and Air Canada from Portland 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
516 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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
516 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
516 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,988 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
516 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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 Canada
7.1
Good
10,337 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
516 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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 Portland 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 airport do you fly from for flights from Portland to South Island?

    For a flight from Portland to South Island, you will be flying from Portland. Portland (PDX) is just 6.0 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Portland to South Island?

    There are many flights that can get you from Portland to South Island in 22h 30m. Fly via Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand, or Air Canada to get the fastest option. The distance between Portland and South Island is about 7525 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to South Island (average of $906). Flying from Portland to South Island in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,602). 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 3 airlines flying from Portland to South Island

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Portland 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 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$742Average$1,374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air New ZealandCheapest$982Average$1,558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,041Average$1,400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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