South Island

$413+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, 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 3/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CHC
Mar 18 — Mar 251
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Cheap flight deals from Salinas to South Island

Cheapest flights from Salinas to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 16, 2026.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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.
Sun 2/2210:05 pm
SFO
-
CHC
2 stops22h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/106:05 am
CHC
-
SFO
1 stop30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/15$818
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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.
Wed 5/1310:35 pm
SFO
-
CHC
2 stops30h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/208:30 am
CHC
-
SFO
2 stops24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/13$837
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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.
Sun 8/1611:25 pm
SFO
-
CHC
2 stops38h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/231:05 pm
CHC
-
SFO
1 stop19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/14$841
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 3/1311:05 pm
SFO
-
CHC
2 stops28h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/236:05 am
CHC
-
SFO
2 stops35h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/13$846
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Wed 3/1111:05 pm
SFO
-
CHC
2 stops28h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/1810:30 am
CHC
-
SFO
2 stops22h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$855
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/2311:25 pm
SFO
-
CHC
1 stop17h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/284:35 pm
CHC
-
SFO
1 stop20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/14$858
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/2311:25 pm
SFO
-
CHC
1 stop17h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/14:35 pm
CHC
-
SFO
1 stop20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/14$877
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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.
Wed 2/1810:05 pm
SFO
-
CHC
2 stops28h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/163:55 pm
CHC
-
SFO
2 stops38h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/15$887
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/2311:25 pm
SFO
-
CHC
1 stop17h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/295:00 pm
CHC
-
SFO
1 stop15h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/14$892
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/1411:25 pm
SFO
-
CHC
1 stop17h 40m
Fiji Airways
Sun 8/231:05 pm
CHC
-
SFO
1 stop19h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 2/14$897
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 7/2411:25 pm
SFO
-
CHC
1 stop17h 40m
Fiji Airways
Sun 8/21:05 pm
CHC
-
SFO
1 stop19h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 2/14$901
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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.
Wed 9/910:05 pm
SFO
-
ZQN
2 stops24h 25m
Air New Zealand
Mon 9/219:00 am
ZQN
-
SFO
2 stops22h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 2/14$999

Find flight deals from Salinas to South Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to South Island flight deals. Data was last updated February 16, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$837
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$413
(Trip.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,335
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Christchurch flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Francisco-Christchurch flights.
From Salinas to South Island
One-way flight from Salinas to South Island
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($351 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($91 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas 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 February 16, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to South Island that are best for you.

Fly from

Salinas

Fly to

South Island

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Wed 5/13

10:35 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops30h 05m

Christchurch

Wed 5/20

8:30 am-1:55 pm

2 stops24h 25m

$837

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Fri 2/27

10:05 pm-7:25 am

2 stops36h 20m

Christchurch

Sun 3/15

9:50 am-1:25 pm

2 stops23h 35m

$911

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Sun 5/17

10:35 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops24h 00m

Christchurch

Sun 6/7

6:15 am-1:55 pm

2 stops26h 40m

$959

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Wed 3/11

11:05 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops28h 00m

Christchurch

Wed 3/18

5:00 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$978

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Fri 3/13

11:05 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops28h 00m

Christchurch

Fri 3/27

1:15 pm-6:15 am

Nonstop13h 00m

$1,006

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Sun 5/3

10:35 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops23h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 5/10

7:00 am-5:45 pm

1 stop29h 45m

$1,041

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Fri 3/13

11:05 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops28h 00m

Christchurch

Mon 3/23

8:35 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop35h 30m

$1,104

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Fri 7/24

11:25 pm-8:25 am

2 stops38h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 8/4

2:15 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops42h 25m

$1,192

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Sat 7/25

10:35 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops23h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 8/4

3:05 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops41h 35m

$1,225

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Sun 3/15

9:30 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop21h 55m

Christchurch

Sun 3/22

4:35 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$1,228

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to South Island

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to South Island (average of $780). Flying from Salinas to South Island in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,764). 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 S9N to EDG?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 February 16, 2026.

When flying from Salinas 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 February 16, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, and United Airlines from Salinas to South Island by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍

Related info for your journey

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

    Air New Zealand and Singapore Airlines can get you from Salinas to South Island in just under 20h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 30h. There are 7132 mi between Salinas and South Island. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Salinas to South Island one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Salinas to South Island are Fiji Airways ($351), United Airlines ($771), and Air New Zealand ($789).

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

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Salinas to South Island?

    Before booking your flight to South Island from Salinas, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: United Airlines (76%), Air New Zealand (76%), SWISS( 76%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salinas to South Island?

    While on average a flight from Salinas to South Island is generally $1,100, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $836. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Christchurch), you can expect to pay $837 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to South Island (average of $780). Flying from Salinas to South Island in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,764). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$703Average$1,399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,043Average$1,452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,146Average$1,460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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