Cheap Flight Deals to South Island from CA $834
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The cheapest prices found with in the last 7 days for return flights were CA $227 and CA $834 for one-way flights to South Island for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply
| Origin | Destination | Travel dates | Flights from* |
|---|---|---|---|
| AKL | Christchurch | August 24 to August 24 | CA $227 |
| AKL | Wellington | August 1 to August 2 | CA $232 |
| CHC | Queenstown | September 5 to September 7 | CA $243 |
| WLG | Blenheim | July 30 to August 2 | CA $259 |
| WLG | Queenstown | September 11 to September 18 | CA $266 |
| AKL | Momona | August 29 to September 3 | CA $275 |
| AKL | Nelson | August 6 to August 9 | CA $276 |
| AKL | Invercargill Airport | August 21 to August 24 | CA $288 |
| WLG | Momona | October 1 to October 4 | CA $297 |
| MEL | Queenstown | September 11 to September 18 | CA $679 |
| SYD | Wellington | August 10 to August 19 | CA $697 |
| MEL | Wellington | September 21 to September 28 | CA $697 |
| SYD | Queenstown | September 14 to September 21 | CA $731 |
| BNE | Queenstown | August 31 to September 1 | CA $850 |
| MEL | Nelson | September 23 to September 28 | CA $963 |
| Origin | Destination | Travel dates | Flights from* |
|---|---|---|---|
| AKL | Wellington | July 24 to July 26 | CA $233 |
| AKL | Momona | July 25 to July 26 | CA $430 |
| AKL | Queenstown | July 25 to July 26 | CA $601 |
| BNE | Wellington | July 24 to July 26 | CA $928 |
| SYD | Queenstown | July 24 to July 30 | CA $937 |
Your guide to flights to South Island,
Delta, Fiji Airways fly to South Island, so use Travelocity to search, find, and compare some truly tempting deals from the 2 airlines—that way you can be sure you’ve found the best deal for you. A flight to South Island currently costs between CA $227 and CA $1,290. Prices vary, but for the best fares, travel in February when prices are at their lowest.
Top tips for finding cheap flights to South Island
The cheapest flight for a round trip to South Island is currently CA $227. When you search for flights to South Island, enter your preferred travel dates then click on ‘flexible dates’ to compare cheap flight tickets to South Island for nearby days. The cheapest month to travel to South Island is November from our list of deals available.
But if you’re flexible about when you travel, you can find great deals on flights across the year. If you’re planning a vacation, you can save more on Travelocity when you bundle flights with car rental and hotel bookings, too. Many airlines currently offer flexible booking options, so look for flights offering no change fees.
How to cancel flights to South Island
We know plans change, that’s why at Travelocity, we make it as easy as possible for you to cancel or amend your plane tickets. Go to My Trips, enter your itinerary number, then follow the instructions. Many airlines let you cancel flights online free of charge if you booked it in the last 24 hours. Visit Customer Service for more advice.
Why you should book your flight to South Island with Travelocity
We have top deals on plane tickets even for last minute flights to South Island, so you can simply type in your travel dates and compare our best prices. Booking with Travelocity means you get flexible cancellation options, 24/7 support, and, thanks to our Price Match Promise, if the airfare drops after you book, you can get a refund! Whether you’re planning a business trip, weekend getaway, or a family vacation—let Travelocity get you to South Island for less.
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Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts
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Peppers Bluewater Resort
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Plane Tickets To South Island
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