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$427+ Cheap flights from the United States 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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CHC
Dec 18 — Dec 251
Thu 12/18
Thu 12/25
1 adult, Economy
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eDreams
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Round-trip from

$639
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$427
(Kiwi.com)

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August
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Cheapest flights from USA to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 18, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/244:47 pmLAX - CHC
2 stops24h 53mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/189:50 amCHC - LAX
1 stop18h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/18$819
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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.
Tue 11/258:50 pmLAX - CHC
2 stops28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/186:15 amCHC - LAX
2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/16$820
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/87:05 pmLAX - CHC
2 stops18h 05mAir New Zealand
Tue 12/234:30 pmCHC - LAX
1 stop15h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/17$900
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2310:55 pmDFW - CHC
1 stop37h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/108:35 pmCHC - DFW
1 stop30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$910
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/17:05 pmLAX - ZQN
1 stop19h 20mAir New Zealand
Mon 12/1511:25 amZQN - LAX
2 stops20h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/17$922
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2610:55 pmDFW - CHC
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/136:15 amCHC - DFW
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$964
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/248:10 pmLAX - ZQN
1 stop16h 40mAir New Zealand
Sat 12/133:05 pmZQN - LAX
1 stop16h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/17$965
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/257:05 pmLAX - CHC
1 stop16h 00mAir New Zealand
Fri 12/122:10 pmCHC - LAX
1 stop18h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/17$965
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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.
Tue 11/257:05 pmLAX - CHC
2 stops18h 05mAir New Zealand
Thu 12/187:50 pmCHC - LAX
2 stops35h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/16$973
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/247:05 pmLAX - CHC
1 stop16h 00mAir New Zealand
Thu 12/188:10 pmCHC - LAX
1 stop35h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/16$983
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/257:05 pmLAX - ZQN
1 stop16h 30mAir New Zealand
Mon 12/83:05 pmZQN - LAX
1 stop16h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/17$986
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/3010:35 amSEA - CHC
2 stops31h 05mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/186:15 amCHC - SEA
2 stops27h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/18$989

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from USA 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 November 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to South Island that are best for you.

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USA

Fly to

South Island

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Mon 1/19

7:05 pm-10:55 am

2 stops18h 50m

Christchurch

Tue 2/3

2:00 pm-11:15 am

1 stop18h 15m

$930

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Mon 2/9

7:05 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops20h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 2/16

1:05 pm-11:15 am

1 stop19h 10m

$935

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Mon 1/19

8:10 pm-7:25 am

1 stop38h 15m

Christchurch

Thu 3/5

2:00 pm-11:15 am

1 stop18h 15m

$935

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Mon 1/19

8:05 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops20h 20m

Christchurch

Tue 2/3

2:15 pm-2:56 pm

2 stops21h 41m

$962

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Tue 2/3

7:25 am-1:25 am

2 stops45h 00m

Christchurch

Tue 2/24

2:15 pm-10:08 am

1 stop16h 53m

$963

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Tue 11/25

7:05 pm-8:35 am

1 stop16h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 12/13

3:05 pm-10:40 am

1 stop16h 35m

$965

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Mon 11/24

7:05 pm-8:05 am

1 stop16h 00m

Christchurch

Fri 12/12

2:10 pm-10:40 am

1 stop17h 30m

$965

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Mon 11/24

8:10 pm-9:05 am

1 stop15h 55m

Christchurch

Sat 12/13

4:30 pm-10:40 am

1 stop15h 10m

$965

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Wed 1/21

10:26 am-2:00 pm

2 stops30h 34m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 2/4

12:10 pm-7:13 pm

2 stops28h 03m

$976

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Thu 2/5

10:35 pm-8:35 am

2 stops37h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 2/17

12:10 pm-6:00 am

2 stops38h 50m

$979

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Best time to book a flight from USA to South Island

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to South Island (average of $141). Flying from USA to South Island in January is currently the most expensive (average of $934). 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 US to EDG?

Find hourly flight availability from USA 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 November 18, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from USA to South Island in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 17% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from USA to South Island?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from USA to South Island. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their USA to South Island flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 November 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, and Qantas Airways from the United States to South Island have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
209 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

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
209 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
209 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

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
527 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
209 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
938 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
209 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

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
9,015 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
209 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
209 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

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 USA 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 USA to South Island?

    Airlines like Air New Zealand, United Airlines, and American Airlines fly from USA to South Island in about 18h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12h 15m. The distance from USA to South Island is about 6886 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from USA to South Island are Qantas Airways ($646), United Airlines ($772), and Air New Zealand ($1,029).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to South Island (average of $141). Flying from USA to South Island in January is currently the most expensive (average of $934). 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 6 airlines flying from USA to South Island

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from USA 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 November 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$619Average$1,237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$699Average$1,214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$863Average$1,112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air New ZealandCheapest$875Average$1,565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,075Average$1,572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,112Average$1,359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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