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$749+ 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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — CHC
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
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 December 15, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2410:53 amSJC - CHC
2 stops29h 22mQantas Airways
Fri 1/239:50 amCHC - SJC
2 stops24h 52mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/13$3,107
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/262:06 pmSJC - ZQN
2 stops28h 29mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/299:20 amZQN - SJC
2 stops32h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$3,323
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Thu 12/258:59 amSJC - CHC
2 stops42h 26mQantas Airways
Thu 1/11:45 pmCHC - SJC
2 stops41h 53mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/14$3,516
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:00 amSJC - CHC
2 stops34h 15mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/59:50 amCHC - SJC
2 stops24h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$3,631
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/258:59 amSJC - CHC
2 stops32h 56mQantas Airways
Mon 1/56:20 amCHC - SJC
2 stops49h 18mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/13$3,673
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/247:23 pmSJC - CHC
2 stops31h 47mQantas Airways
Sun 1/46:05 amCHC - SJC
2 stops49h 33mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/13$4,575
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/222:01 pmSJC - CHC
2 stops26h 14mQantas Airways
Mon 1/56:05 amCHC - SJC
2 stops49h 33mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/13$5,034
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/252:06 pmSJC - CHC
2 stops26h 09mQantas Airways
Sun 1/49:00 amCHC - SJC
2 stops25h 11mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/13$5,053
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/262:29 pmSJC - ZQN
3 stops29h 06mAir Canada
Mon 12/2910:35 amZQN - SJC
3 stops31h 41mAir Canada
Deal found 12/13$12,619

Find flight deals from San Jose to South Island

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Round-trip from

$1,371
(Jetabroad)

One-way from

$749
(American Airlines)
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San JoseChristchurch

SJC - CHC

SJCCHC

San Jose

Tue 1/27

9:05 am-8:05 am

3 stops26h 00m

Christchurch

Tue 2/3

5:00 pm-6:45 pm

3 stops22h 45m

$1,371

San JoseBlenheim

SJC - BHE

SJCBHE

San Jose

Tue 1/27

11:00 am-9:05 am

3 stops25h 05m

Blenheim

Tue 2/3

2:35 pm-6:45 pm

3 stops25h 10m

$1,855

San JoseChristchurch

SJC - CHC

SJCCHC

San Jose

Mon 2/2

2:32 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops28h 13m

Christchurch

Wed 2/11

9:50 am-1:42 pm

2 stops24h 52m

$2,130

San JoseChristchurch

SJC - CHC

SJCCHC

San Jose

Sat 2/28

11:01 am-5:35 pm

2 stops33h 34m

Christchurch

Wed 3/4

4:20 pm-1:19 pm

2 stops41h 59m

$3,169

San JoseQueenstown

SJC - ZQN

SJCZQN

San Jose

Sat 2/28

11:01 am-12:45 pm

2 stops28h 44m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 3/4

5:30 pm-1:19 pm

2 stops40h 49m

$3,259

San JoseQueenstown

SJC - ZQN

SJCZQN

San Jose

Fri 12/26

2:06 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops28h 29m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 12/29

9:20 am-9:13 pm

2 stops32h 53m

$3,323

San JoseChristchurch

SJC - CHC

SJCCHC

San Jose

Thu 12/25

8:59 am-12:25 am

2 stops42h 26m

Christchurch

Thu 1/1

1:45 pm-10:38 am

2 stops41h 53m

$3,516

San JoseChristchurch

SJC - CHC

SJCCHC

San Jose

Thu 12/25

8:59 am-2:55 pm

2 stops32h 56m

Christchurch

Mon 1/5

6:20 am-10:38 am

2 stops49h 18m

$3,673

San JoseChristchurch

SJC - CHC

SJCCHC

San Jose

Thu 12/25

2:06 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops26h 09m

Christchurch

Sun 1/4

9:00 am-1:11 pm

2 stops25h 11m

$5,053

San JoseChristchurch

SJC - CHC

SJCCHC

San Jose

Wed 2/11

2:32 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops25h 43m

Christchurch

Sun 2/22

8:35 pm-1:19 pm

2 stops37h 44m

$10,328

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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 $722). Flying from San Jose, California 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.

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 28h 13m. Qantas Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,130. 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 - Queenstown Intl 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 $722). Flying from San Jose, California 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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