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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 $206 and CA $743 for one-way flights to South Island for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply

OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
AKLChristchurchMarch 7 to March 14CA $206
AKLNelsonJanuary 20 to March 4CA $283
AKLBlenheimFebruary 6 to February 8CA $365
AKLInvercargill AirportMarch 9 to March 19CA $397
SYDWellingtonMarch 5 to March 10CA $507
MELChristchurchMarch 1 to March 8CA $522
SYDChristchurchMarch 8 to March 22CA $540
AKLMomonaDecember 16 to December 20CA $542
SYDQueenstownJanuary 26 to February 3CA $581
MELQueenstownMarch 4 to March 10CA $658
MELWellingtonJanuary 24 to January 30CA $707
SYDNelsonMarch 6 to March 11CA $754
SYDInvercargill AirportJanuary 14 to January 30CA $791
SYDMomonaJanuary 31 to February 6CA $796
MELMomonaJanuary 24 to January 31CA $886
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
AKLWellingtonDecember 6 to December 8CA $602
LAXWellingtonDecember 6 to December 21CA $1,484
*Prices include taxes and fees

Your guide to flights to South Island,

Fiji Airways, Air Canada fly to South Island, so use Travelocity to search, find, and compare some truly tempting deals from the 3 airlines—that way you can be sure you’ve found the best deal for you. A flight to South Island currently costs between CA $206 and CA $1,484. 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 $206. 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 $103 per night from Dec 8 to Dec 9
CA $103
CA $118 total
Dec 8 - Dec 9
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 (1,006 reviews)
Great price and friendly staff. Room was clean and the whole lodge was well kept.

Reviewed on Nov 21, 2025

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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 $62 per night from Dec 8 to Dec 9
CA $62
CA $71 total
Dec 8 - Dec 9
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! (1,003 reviews)
Our room was spacious and generally nicely appointed; however, it lacked storage space. No dresser, shelves or drawers in the bathroom. This meant that we heaped piles of clothes on the two chairs meant for casual seating. Otherwise, the hotel was great! Friendly and helpful staff, solid breakfast, ...

Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025

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LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch

5 out of 5
5 Peter Leeming Road Christchurch
The price is CA $116 per night from Dec 24 to Dec 25
CA $116
CA $133 total
Dec 24 - Dec 25
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)
Rooms were clean with lots of under bed storage! Walking distance to the airport! Washer and dryer on site! Lovely showers with good pressure!

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

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Pinewood Queenstown

Pinewood Queenstown

3 out of 5
48 Hamilton Road Queenstown
The price is CA $115 per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
CA $115
CA $132 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
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! (628 reviews)
Nice location with a view. Clean rooms and helpful staff. Parking into those narrow parking slots is not fun. We came back late to some dont care person parked into our parking slot and had to beg the staff to find the idiot who did at 10:30pm. The staff found the person and made them move. So awesome ...

Reviewed on Nov 29, 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.

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 $126 per night from Dec 18 to Dec 19
CA $126
CA $145 total
Dec 18 - Dec 19
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! (1,067 reviews)
Staff great cabin was great no hassles and beautiful fresh linen

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

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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 $101 per night from Dec 21 to Dec 22
CA $101
CA $118 total
Dec 21 - Dec 22
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! (619 reviews)
Clean rooms, close to airport. Jeff was very pleasant and nice.

Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025

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Commodore Airport Hotel

Commodore Airport Hotel

4.5 out of 5
449 Memorial Avenue Christchurch
The price is CA $213 per night from Dec 12 to Dec 13
CA $213
CA $245 total
Dec 12 - Dec 13
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! (1,004 reviews)
Extremely comfortable room in a relaxing setting. Staff at all levels were extremely kind, courteous, and helpful. After several weeks of travelling it was a welcoming stop. We really appreciated having laundry facilities and a pool and sauna

Reviewed on Nov 28, 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.

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 $390 per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
CA $390
per night
Dec 15 - Dec 16
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! (1,002 reviews)
Beautiful hotel in a great location.

Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025

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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! (556 reviews)
The accommodation was spacious, and the separate living room and kitchen downstairs, bedrooms and bathrooms upstairs meant everyone had lots of space. Staff were friendly, based on our exoerience of check in and out. It would be good to have bathroom towels changed every couple of days, and the notification ...

Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025

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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 $243 per night from Dec 13 to Dec 14
CA $243
per night
Dec 13 - Dec 14
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! (1,004 reviews)
Friendly staff. Great location and facilities. Quick response on maintenance work in room.

Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025

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Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

4.5 out of 5
6 Liverpool Street Dunedin
The price is CA $184 per night from Dec 19 to Dec 20
CA $184
per night
Dec 19 - Dec 20
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! (831 reviews)
Terrific hotel, great location! Very clean, quiet. Really liked our suite, and the unexpected washer/dryer was a big help. Great restaurant and breakfasts! Friendly, helpful staff. Highly recommend!

Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025

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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! (556 reviews)
The accommodation was spacious, and the separate living room and kitchen downstairs, bedrooms and bathrooms upstairs meant everyone had lots of space. Staff were friendly, based on our exoerience of check in and out. It would be good to have bathroom towels changed every couple of days, and the notification ...

Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025

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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 $252 per night from Dec 9 to Dec 10
CA $252
CA $290 total
Dec 9 - Dec 10
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! (796 reviews)
Problem with towels. There were towels For 2 persons nyt booking was For 4 persons. Reseption was closed already KL 18 and we did not get, IT was toi late.

Reviewed on Nov 28, 2025

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Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort

4.5 out of 5
State Highway 8 Lake Tekapo
The price is CA $322 per night from Dec 23 to Dec 24
CA $322
CA $371 total
Dec 23 - Dec 24
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! (3,234 reviews)
The room was clean and the views were beautiful. Location is great, right on the lake across from the restaurants and star gazing tours. Parking area was full and difficult to find a space near the room. Overall, it was a very good choice to see and experience this beautiful lake.

Reviewed on Nov 19, 2025

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Tahuna Beach Holiday Park

Tahuna Beach Holiday Park

4 out of 5
70 Beach Road Nelson
The price is CA $123 per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
CA $123
CA $143 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
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! (241 reviews)
Great cabin with two bedrooms, clean modern bathroom, large kitchen and sunny outdoor table.

Reviewed on Nov 7, 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 $206. 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 $206 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 $206 and CA $1,484. 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.