Cheap Flight Deals to South Island from CA $739
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How to find cheap flights to South Island?
The cheapest prices found with in the last 7 days for return flights were CA $159 and CA $739 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 | Queenstown | July 25 to July 30 | CA $159 |
| WLG | Christchurch | June 26 to July 3 | CA $175 |
| AKL | Christchurch | July 23 to July 29 | CA $226 |
| AKL | Wellington | July 23 to July 27 | CA $230 |
| AKL | Momona | July 21 to July 25 | CA $297 |
| WLG | Queenstown | June 24 to June 28 | CA $381 |
| AKL | Blenheim | June 29 to July 5 | CA $405 |
| MEL | Christchurch | August 12 to August 17 | CA $629 |
| SYD | Wellington | July 26 to August 2 | CA $660 |
| SYD | Queenstown | September 11 to September 18 | CA $671 |
| SYD | Christchurch | July 24 to July 26 | CA $674 |
| BNE | Christchurch | August 8 to August 11 | CA $710 |
| MEL | Queenstown | August 11 to August 16 | CA $741 |
| BNE | Queenstown | June 27 to July 1 | CA $829 |
| LAX | Queenstown | June 30 to July 30 | CA $1,321 |
| Origin | Destination | Travel dates | Flights from* |
|---|---|---|---|
| AKL | Queenstown | June 21 to June 25 | CA $264 |
| SYD | Queenstown | June 20 to June 22 | CA $763 |
Your guide to flights to South Island,
Fiji Airways, WestJet, Porter Airlines fly to South Island, so use Travelocity to search, find, and compare some truly tempting deals from the 4 airlines—that way you can be sure you’ve found the best deal for you. A flight to South Island currently costs between CA $159 and CA $1,900. Prices vary, but for the best fares, travel in June 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 $159. 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 August 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.
Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight
Amazing Place to Stay After Flight to South Island
Reavers Lodge
"Breakfast"
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
"Air con in the room wasn't particularly strong which made it hard to get a good nights sleep"
Reviewed on Jun 10, 2026
LyLo Christchurch Airport
"The first thing when I walked into the room was the smell, the moldy smell with the very dirty carpet made me feel anxious and I was scared that the bed was going to be just as bad. The wall had a loose flap hanging and the shower was definitely not clean. I couldn't sleep because of the constant ..."
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2026
Pinewood Queenstown
"Everything about this place is great, staff, location, and the room was tidy and warm. My only issue, which is more for other people is that the hot water in the shower doesn't work very well. The hot water on the sink tap is fine, but the shower struggles even for lukewarm. Luckily, I shower cold ..."
Reviewed on Jun 10, 2026
Our Top South Island hotel with Airport Shuttles
Sudima Christchurch Airport
"I found the room a bit cold and there were no additional blankets"
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2026
Airport Lodge Motel
"Nice and handy to the areas we wanted to visit. Will definitely stay at the motel again."
Reviewed on Nov 29, 2021
Airways Motel
"Overall we had a good stay at the motel. The room was clean, the staff were friendly, and the location was convenient. Most parts of the experience were smooth and enjoyable. The only major issue was the airport shuttle service. We paid $15 to book the 6am shuttle to the airport, but it never arrived. ..."
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
Commodore Airport Hotel
"The Shuttle service to and from the airport is awesome the rooms are spacious and great lighting for working and just how room lights should be. The staff are friendly and very helpful generally able to assist with even the most random request. In my opinion the only place to stay in ..."
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2026
Luxury Hotels in South Island
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
"Lovely location, great view of the lake. Complimentary shuttle service to town made life easy, and the staff were awesome. Don’t look in the wine room…."
Reviewed on Jun 5, 2026
Platinum Queenstown Villas
"Awesome place to stay in Queenstown. One of the best places we have stayed at in our travels all over the world. Full amenities and the location can't be beat! Be sure to book the lake facing units as waking up every morning to the view of the Remarkables is a once in a lifetime experience. The units ..."
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
"Everything, our stay was perfect"
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2026
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
"Good place to stay awesome"
Reviewed on Jun 8, 2026
Family Friendly Hotels in South Island
Platinum Queenstown Villas
"Awesome place to stay in Queenstown. One of the best places we have stayed at in our travels all over the world. Full amenities and the location can't be beat! Be sure to book the lake facing units as waking up every morning to the view of the Remarkables is a once in a lifetime experience. The units ..."
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026
Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts
"Very comfortable bed. Efficient check in and friendly staff."
Reviewed on Jun 4, 2026
Peppers Bluewater Resort
"Large suite with full kitchen and cothes washer; dryer."
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2026
Tahuna Beach Holiday Park
"Handy to the bench. Shower didn't work. Planes were noisy"
Reviewed on May 22, 2026
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Plane Tickets To South Island
Although you may try and resist the urge, you know that when the travel bug comes, there is only one way to get rid of it. Thankfully, Travelocity is here to help nip that travel bug in the bud with great deals on flights to South Island. Browse through our inventory to explore a wide range of cheap flights to South Island to solidify your next big trip out of town. Whether you are heading out on a business trip, exploring a place you have never been for pleasure or are bringing the family on the annual vacation, we have the perfect getaway waiting for you. In no time, you will be day dreaming of your plane landing in South Island as you anxiously await to exit the plane and explore what South Island has to offer. Considering all the amazing local food and culture in South Island, we won't hold this against you.
When you are ready to embark on your next big adventure, Travelocity will be right here waiting to open the doors to the garden so that you can go and smell the roses. When you decide to book and travel is entirely up to you, but don't wait too long because we have some of the best deals on the web and they won't last long. Take time to go through our huge selection of cheap flights to South Island to find the best deals that fit into your budget. If browsing on your phone while your boss isn't looking is more your thing (we promise we won't tell), consider checking out Travelocity's mobile app which allows you to take advantage of all our flights to South Island without having to compromise your work computer's search history. If you are looking to save even more, you can easily save up to $537 when you bundle one of our cheap flights to South Island with one of our hotels. So why are you waiting around? There is no better time than now to start booking that next trip. Start your search now to book one of our flights to South Island today!