Cheap Flight Deals to South Island  from CA $692

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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 $253 and CA $692 for one-way flights to South Island for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply

OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
AKLMomonaMarch 5 to March 8CA $253
AKLNelsonMarch 18 to March 25CA $258
WLGBlenheimFebruary 14 to February 18CA $264
AKLBlenheimMarch 7 to March 9CA $312
WLGMomonaApril 3 to April 6CA $388
AKLInvercargill AirportMarch 30 to April 2CA $465
AKLHokitikaJanuary 28 to February 1CA $498
CHCInvercargill AirportFebruary 1 to February 5CA $524
MELQueenstownApril 15 to April 17CA $578
SYDWellingtonFebruary 12 to February 19CA $582
MELChristchurchMarch 15 to March 29CA $619
MELWellingtonApril 12 to April 16CA $690
BNEMomonaFebruary 26 to March 4CA $775
MELMomonaFebruary 3 to February 7CA $864
MELInvercargill AirportMarch 7 to March 13CA $889
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
AKLChristchurchJanuary 24 to January 28CA $297
WLGChristchurchJanuary 24 to January 29CA $434
AKLQueenstownJanuary 25 to January 29CA $480
*Prices include taxes and fees

Your guide to flights to South Island,

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 $253 and CA $1,284. Prices vary, but for the best fares, travel in March 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 $253. 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 March 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

Reavers Lodge

3.5 out of 5
56 Hamilton Rd Queenstown
The price is CA $116 per night from Jan 22 to Jan 23
CA $116
CA $134 total
Jan 22 - Jan 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in Queenstown. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
6.2/10 (1,001 reviews)
Convenient to Queenstown centre, friendly helpful staff, quiet location, good breakfast included, amazing views.

Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026

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BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5 out of 5
165 Cashel Street Christchurch
The price is CA $59 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
CA $59
CA $68 total
Feb 9 - Feb 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
The room was spotless every day. Staff are invaluable, and good service is provided.

Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026

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LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch

5 out of 5
5 Peter Leeming Road Christchurch
The price is CA $96 per night from Jan 19 to Jan 20
CA $96
CA $110 total
Jan 19 - Jan 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Clean and efficient, great for short stays pre/post flight

Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025

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Pinewood Queenstown

Pinewood Queenstown

3 out of 5
48 Hamilton Road Queenstown
The price is CA $121 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
CA $121
CA $139 total
Feb 9 - Feb 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (655 reviews)
Good sized cabins with all amenities and a clean space

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our Top South Island hotel with Airport Shuttles

Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
550 Memorial Avenue Christchurch
The price is CA $171 per night from Jan 30 to Jan 31
CA $171
CA $197 total
Jan 30 - Jan 31
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,088 reviews)
Helpful, knowledgeable staff, great location, very clean hotel

Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026

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Airport Lodge Motel

Airport Lodge Motel

3 out of 5
105 Roydvale Avenue Christchurch
Stay at this hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Russley Golf Club and Mike Pero's Motorcycle ...
Nice and handy to the areas we wanted to visit. Will definitely stay at the motel again.

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2021

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Airways Motel

Airways Motel

3 out of 5
5 Dinton Street, off Russley Road Christchurch
The price is CA $105 per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
CA $105
CA $122 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (627 reviews)
When we asked about shuttle it seems like they try to only run once at checkout around 10:30

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

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Commodore Airport Hotel

Commodore Airport Hotel

4.5 out of 5
449 Memorial Avenue Christchurch
The price is CA $212 per night from Jan 19 to Jan 20
CA $212
CA $244 total
Jan 19 - Jan 20
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,008 reviews)
Great staff, very helpful and accommodating. All facilities are well kept and clean. We loved our stay.

Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Luxury Hotels in South Island

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

5 out of 5
377 Frankton Road Queenstown
The price is CA $482 per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
CA $482
CA $554 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
room is clean,staff is friendly、good view of the lake

Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026

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Platinum Queenstown Villas

Platinum Queenstown Villas

4.5 out of 5
96 Fernhill Road Queenstown
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a ski shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (562 reviews)
Apartment was clean, spacious and very comfortable.

Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026

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Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
Kawarau Village, 79 Peninsula Road Kawarau Falls
The price is CA $272 per night from Feb 2 to Feb 3
CA $272
CA $312 total
Feb 2 - Feb 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kawarau Falls. Enjoy a full-service spa, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Stunning views. Would be nice to have a non-instant coffee in our room. Signage on the elevators are not clearly visible. Otherwise very impressive

Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026

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Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

4.5 out of 5
6 Liverpool Street Dunedin
The price is CA $192 per night from Jan 30 to Jan 31
CA $192
CA $222 total
Jan 30 - Jan 31
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (854 reviews)
Amazing hotel. Nicest I’ve stayed at in a long long time. Everything was clean and super modern and the staff were so helpful and accomodating

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in South Island

Platinum Queenstown Villas

Platinum Queenstown Villas

4.5 out of 5
96 Fernhill Road Queenstown
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a ski shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (562 reviews)
Apartment was clean, spacious and very comfortable.

Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026

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Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts

Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts

4 out of 5
144-154 Anderson Road Wanaka
The price is CA $268 per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
CA $268
CA $308 total
Jan 26 - Jan 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Wānaka. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (811 reviews)
Everything was amazing! The check in staff were super friendly and check in and checkout took very little time. A map was provided of town including staff recommendations for dinner which were all superb. The amenities were also really nice, I spent both nights in the hot tub with a beautiful view ...

Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026

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Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort

4.5 out of 5
State Highway 8 Lake Tekapo
The price is CA $301 per night from Jan 22 to Jan 23
CA $301
CA $346 total
Jan 22 - Jan 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,257 reviews)
staff was lovely

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

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Tahuna Beach Holiday Park

Tahuna Beach Holiday Park

4 out of 5
70 Beach Road Nelson
The price is CA $159 per night from Jan 27 to Jan 28
CA $159
CA $183 total
Jan 27 - Jan 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly holiday park in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a conference center. Popular attractions Nelson Fun Park and Burrell ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (245 reviews)
Excellent stay all new appliances, very comfy and clean beads, hot showers, very pleasant staff. Very close to the beach. Great for cooking, we loved it!

Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is the cheapest flight to South Island?
Based on prices found over the last seven days, a roundtrip flight to South Island was as low as CA $253. If you can be flexible with your dates, it's easier to snap up a great bargain. This price was available on Travelocity for flights to South Island departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
What is the cheapest month to fly to South Island?
If you've been daydreaming about a trip to South Island, March is the cheapest period to travel there. This is according to Travelocity's direct return flight demand between January and December last year. Select your dates and reserve your spot today.
How can I check my flight status to South Island?
Receive updates on your flight to South Island, amend your journey and lots more from our useful "Trips" portal. Located at the top right of our homepage, it's your one-stop shop for managing your bookings. Simply sign in or create a new account. Savvy wanderers can also take advantage of the Travelocity app. You'll get alerts for any gate changes and flight delays, as well as the ability to view deals on hotels, flights and rental cars while you're on the go. If you have friends or family flying with you, it's also a convenient way to share your flight info with each other.
How do I find the best deals on flights to South Island?
Here are our tips — book ahead of time, avoid busy periods and be flexible with your dates. If you don't have a specific date in mind, search for your flight to South Island on Travelocity and hit "Flexible dates" at the top of the page. This will help you find any cheaper tickets on a nearby day. CA $253 was the most affordable price for a roundtrip flight to South Island in the last seven days. This price was available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Why should I book my flight to South Island with Travelocity?
From cheap family flights to activities and all-inclusive resorts, Travelocity is your one-stop shop for amazing adventures. With everything at your fingertips, you can enjoy more time gearing up for the wonderful things that await you in South Island and less time on the travel details. Plus with our Price Match Guarantee and 24/7 customer support, we go out of our way to make your next getaway a fabulous one.
What are the most popular flight routes to South Island?
As a well-known destination, you'll find excellent connections to South Island. Browse this list of top routes:

  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) to Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 2,101 flights a month.
  • Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.) to Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 658 flights a month.
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) to Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 498 flights a month.

How much is a flight to South Island on average?
Get your next big adventure off to a good start by picking up an unbeatable deal with Travelocity. In the last seven days, roundtrip flights to South Island cost between CA $253 and CA $1,284. Take a look at our site and secure an airfare that fits within your budget. These prices were available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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!

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.