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$613+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA (SJC) 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.
SJC — CHC
Mar 2 — Mar 91
Mon 3/2
Mon 3/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to South Island

Cheapest flights from San Jose to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 31, 2026.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/152:08 pm
SJC
-
CHC
2 stops46h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/228:35 pm
CHC
-
SJC
2 stops36h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$1,732
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/172:26 pm
SJC
-
CHC
2 stops26h 49m
American Airlines
Tue 3/246:15 am
CHC
-
SJC
2 stops27h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/31$1,868
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 10/147:00 am
SJC
-
ZQN
2 stops35h 30m
Qantas Airways
Sun 10/257:00 am
ZQN
-
SJC
2 stops33h 15m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/29$2,700
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Sun 3/158:45 am
SJC
-
CHC
3 stops32h 40m
Air Canada
Sun 3/229:50 am
CHC
-
SJC
3 stops31h 26m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/29$2,909
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/298:40 am
SJC
-
CHC
2 stops52h 55m
United Airlines
Sun 2/12:15 pm
CHC
-
SJC
2 stops27h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$9,960
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/11:00 pm
SJC
-
DUD
2 stops30h 25m
United Airlines
Mon 6/153:10 pm
DUD
-
SJC
2 stops39h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/29$10,529

Find flight deals from San Jose to South Island

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Round-trip from

$1,590
(American Airlines)
From San Jose to South Island
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San JoseChristchurch

SJC - CHC

SJCCHC

San Jose

Sun 3/15

2:08 pm-8:25 am

2 stops46h 17m

Christchurch

Sun 3/22

8:35 pm-1:18 pm

2 stops36h 43m

$1,732

San JoseChristchurch

SJC - CHC

SJCCHC

San Jose

Tue 3/17

2:26 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops26h 49m

Christchurch

Tue 3/24

6:15 am-1:29 pm

2 stops27h 14m

$1,868

San JoseChristchurch

SJC - CHC

SJCCHC

San Jose

Sun 3/15

8:45 am-1:25 pm

3 stops32h 40m

Christchurch

Sun 3/22

9:50 am-9:16 pm

3 stops31h 26m

$2,909

San JoseDunedin

SJC - DUD

SJCDUD

San Jose

Mon 6/1

1:00 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops30h 25m

Dunedin

Mon 6/15

3:10 pm-12:08 pm

2 stops39h 58m

$10,529

San JoseDunedin

SJC - DUD

SJCDUD

San Jose

Thu 6/4

1:00 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops30h 25m

Dunedin

Thu 6/18

9:25 am-12:08 pm

2 stops45h 43m

$10,529

San JoseDunedin

SJC - DUD

SJCDUD

San Jose

Sat 6/6

1:00 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops30h 25m

Dunedin

Wed 6/17

3:10 pm-12:08 pm

2 stops39h 58m

$10,529

San JoseDunedin

SJC - DUD

SJCDUD

San Jose

Sat 6/6

1:00 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops30h 25m

Dunedin

Fri 6/19

3:10 pm-12:08 pm

2 stops39h 58m

$10,529

San JoseDunedin

SJC - DUD

SJCDUD

San Jose

Thu 6/4

1:00 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops30h 25m

Dunedin

Sat 6/20

3:10 pm-12:08 pm

2 stops39h 58m

$10,529

San JoseDunedin

SJC - DUD

SJCDUD

San Jose

Thu 6/4

1:00 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops30h 25m

Dunedin

Fri 6/19

3:10 pm-12:08 pm

2 stops39h 58m

$10,529

San JoseDunedin

SJC - DUD

SJCDUD

San Jose

Sat 6/6

1:00 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops30h 25m

Dunedin

Mon 6/15

3:10 pm-12:08 pm

2 stops39h 58m

$10,529

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Best time to book a flight from San Jose to South Island

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose, California to South Island?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to South Island (average of $716). Flying from San Jose, California to South Island in October is currently the most expensive (average of $1,101). 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.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from San Jose (SJC) if they book a flight from San Jose to South Island. San Jose is conveniently located just 2.9 mi from San Jose’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from San Jose, California to South Island?

    A quick flight from San Jose, California to South Island can take about 48h 24m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,590. San Jose, California and South Island are separated by a distance of 6926 mi.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Jose, California to South Island?

    Most travelers choose San Jose - Christchurch, San Jose - Blenheim or San Jose - Dunedin when deciding on the best route from San Jose, California to South Island.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose 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 San Jose, California to South Island?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to South Island (average of $716). Flying from San Jose, California to South Island in October is currently the most expensive (average of $1,101). 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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