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$543+ 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 3/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CHC
jan 18 — jan 251
dom 1/18
dom 1/25
1 adult, Economy
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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 dezembro 19, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
qua 12/3111:25 amSFO - CHC
1 stop28h 25mMultiple Airlines
qui 1/296:10 amCHC - SFO
2 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,417
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qua 12/3111:25 amSFO - CHC
1 stop28h 25mCathay Pacific
qui 1/292:20 pmCHC - SFO
1 stop27h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/18$1,456
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qua 12/2410:55 pmSFO - CHC
1 stop40h 55mCathay Pacific
sex 1/232:20 pmCHC - SFO
1 stop27h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/18$1,704
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
qua 12/2411:25 pmSFO - CHC
Nonstop14h 10mAir New Zealand
sex 1/235:00 pmCHC - SFO
1 stop15h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/18$1,741
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
qui 12/255:53 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops33h 17mMultiple Airlines
ter 12/304:35 pmCHC - SFO
1 stop20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,773
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
ter 12/3011:25 amSFO - CHC
1 stop28h 25mMultiple Airlines
qua 1/76:05 amCHC - SFO
2 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,776
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
seg 12/299:30 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops37h 55mMultiple Airlines
ter 1/64:35 pmCHC - SFO
1 stop20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,807
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
dom 12/219:30 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops44h 25mMultiple Airlines
dom 1/112:10 pmCHC - SFO
1 stop19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,813
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
seg 12/2211:14 amSFO - ZQN
2 stops31h 21mMultiple Airlines
ter 12/307:00 amZQN - SFO
1 stop29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,923
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
qui 12/255:53 pmSFO - ZQN
2 stops45h 52mMultiple Airlines
ter 12/303:30 pmZQN - SFO
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,062
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
sex 12/265:53 pmSFO - ZQN
2 stops44h 32mMultiple Airlines
ter 12/303:30 pmZQN - SFO
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,065
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
qua 12/245:53 pmSFO - ZQN
2 stops45h 52mMultiple Airlines
ter 12/303:30 pmZQN - SFO
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,109

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 dezembro 19, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$913
(oojo)

One-way from

$543
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$2,082
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($171 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 dezembro 19, 2025.
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

dom 5/17

10:35 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops24h 00m

Christchurch

dom 6/7

9:40 am-1:50 pm

2 stops23h 10m

$913

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

dom 2/8

10:05 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops22h 30m

Christchurch

ter 2/24

8:10 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops37h 15m

$1,093

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

dom 4/19

10:35 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops42h 45m

Queenstown Intl

dom 4/26

7:00 am-1:50 pm

2 stops25h 50m

$1,115

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

sex 3/6

11:25 pm-10:35 am

Nonstop14h 10m

Christchurch

ter 3/17

1:15 pm-6:15 am

Nonstop13h 00m

$1,284

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

qua 2/25

11:25 pm-10:35 am

Nonstop14h 10m

Christchurch

dom 3/8

1:15 pm-5:15 am

Nonstop13h 00m

$1,285

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

dom 2/8

11:25 pm-10:35 am

Nonstop14h 10m

Christchurch

ter 2/24

2:15 pm-6:15 am

Nonstop13h 00m

$1,288

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

seg 3/9

10:26 pm-10:05 am

3 stops63h 39m

Queenstown Intl

seg 3/23

7:00 am-4:58 pm

2 stops29h 58m

$1,293

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

seg 2/23

10:45 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop18h 40m

Christchurch

seg 3/30

2:00 pm-11:55 am

1 stop17h 55m

$1,314

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

sáb 3/21

2:28 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops26h 47m

Christchurch

dom 3/29

6:00 am-4:45 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$1,321

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

dom 3/1

10:45 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop16h 40m

Christchurch

qui 3/19

1:00 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops19h 05m

$1,326

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to South Island

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Island from Salinas with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Salinas to South Island

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 $722). Flying from Salinas to South Island in October is currently the most expensive (average of $1,219). 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 dezembro 19, 2025.

When flying from Salinas to South Island, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 61% versus a flight at noon.

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 dezembro 19, 2025.
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.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
210 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
210 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
210 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
554 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
210 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,094 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
210 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Salinas 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 Salinas to South Island?

    United Airlines, Air Canada, and Air New Zealand can get you from Salinas to South Island in just under 14h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 16h. There are 6922 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), Air New Zealand ($662), and United Airlines ($772).

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

    The most popular route from Salinas to South Island is San Francisco - Christchurch. You may also consider San Francisco - Queenstown Intl or San Francisco - Nelson.

  • 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 (100%), Air New Zealand (100%), SWISS( 100%).

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

    While on average a flight from Salinas to South Island is generally $1,167, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $771. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Christchurch), you can expect to pay $913 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 $722). Flying from Salinas to South Island in October is currently the most expensive (average of $1,219). 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 Salinas to South Island

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Salinas 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 dezembro 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$709Average$1,379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,049Average$1,451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,075Average$1,480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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