C$ 1,020+ Cheap flights 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 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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8 Nov — 15 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Flights to South Island in 2025

Find the latest flights to South Island in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 629,999 searches and data was last updated on 9 October 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,676

One-way from

C$ 1,020

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 2,290
28/2-15/3
  • 28/2-15/3
  • 5 total stops
  • 68h 35m total
  • Toronto to Christchurch
15/3
  • 15/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 55m total
  • Toronto to South Island
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (C$ 137 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 60 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025

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Wed 26/119:45 a.m.YYZ - ZQN
2 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/124:05 p.m.ZQN - YYZ
2 stops23h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/10C$ 1,968
Tue 4/112:00 p.m.YYZ - ZQN
2 stops30h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/117:00 a.m.ZQN - YYZ
2 stops33h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/10C$ 2,065
Thu 4/129:45 a.m.YYZ - CHC
2 stops37h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/125:00 p.m.CHC - YYZ
2 stops22h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/10C$ 2,289
Mon 17/114:55 p.m.YYZ - ZQN
3 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/128:25 p.m.ZQN - YYZ
3 stops45h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/10C$ 2,372
Mon 1/121:30 p.m.YYZ - CHC
2 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/125:00 p.m.CHC - YYZ
2 stops31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/10C$ 2,404
Thu 4/1212:40 p.m.YYZ - CHC
2 stops27h 15mAir New Zealand
Mon 29/125:00 p.m.CHC - YYZ
2 stops31h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/10C$ 2,441
Tue 4/114:55 p.m.YYZ - ZQN
3 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/1110:45 a.m.ZQN - YYZ
3 stops31h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/10C$ 2,448
Wed 26/111:30 p.m.YYZ - DUD
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/123:15 p.m.DUD - YYZ
2 stops24h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/10C$ 2,450
Sun 28/125:55 p.m.YYZ - CHC
1 stop22h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/22:15 p.m.CHC - YYZ
2 stops27h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/10C$ 2,456
Sat 15/115:55 p.m.YYZ - CHC
2 stops36h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 29/116:20 a.m.CHC - YYZ
2 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/10C$ 2,485
Sat 15/112:10 p.m.YYZ - CHC
2 stops24h 55mAir New Zealand
Sat 29/114:30 p.m.CHC - YYZ
2 stops25h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/10C$ 2,499
Wed 26/1112:25 p.m.YYZ - DUD
2 stops36h 25mAir New Zealand
Tue 16/122:20 p.m.DUD - YYZ
3 stops27h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/10C$ 2,558

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

TorontoQueenstown

YYZ - ZQN

YYZZQN

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 26/11

9:45 a.m.-9:50 a.m.

2 stops30h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 16/12

4:05 p.m.-9:39 p.m.

2 stops23h 34m

C$ 1,968

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 18/2

7:00 a.m.-10:35 a.m.

1 stop33h 35m

Christchurch

Wed 11/3

6:00 a.m.-7:55 p.m.

2 stops30h 55m

C$ 1,994

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 18/2

12:05 p.m.-10:35 a.m.

2 stops28h 30m

Christchurch

Thu 12/3

6:00 a.m.-7:55 p.m.

2 stops30h 55m

C$ 2,000

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 18/2

7:00 a.m.-10:35 a.m.

1 stop33h 35m

Christchurch

Mon 9/3

6:00 a.m.-7:55 p.m.

2 stops30h 55m

C$ 2,002

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 17/2

9:00 p.m.-10:35 a.m.

2 stops43h 35m

Christchurch

Mon 9/3

6:00 a.m.-12:13 a.m.

2 stops35h 13m

C$ 2,005

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 18/2

9:00 a.m.-10:35 a.m.

2 stops31h 35m

Christchurch

Tue 10/3

1:15 p.m.-10:28 p.m.

1 stop26h 13m

C$ 2,005

TorontoQueenstown

YYZ - ZQN

YYZZQN

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 4/11

2:00 p.m.-2:35 p.m.

2 stops30h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 11/11

7:00 a.m.-10:44 p.m.

2 stops33h 44m

C$ 2,065

TorontoQueenstown

YYZ - ZQN

YYZZQN

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 17/11

4:55 p.m.-9:15 p.m.

3 stops34h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 1/12

7:00 a.m.-12:05 a.m.

2 stops35h 05m

C$ 2,418

TorontoQueenstown

YYZ - ZQN

YYZZQN

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 4/11

4:55 p.m.-9:15 p.m.

3 stops34h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 11/11

10:45 a.m.-12:38 a.m.

3 stops31h 53m

C$ 2,448

TorontoDunedin

YYZ - DUD

YYZDUD

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 26/11

1:30 p.m.-8:55 a.m.

2 stops25h 25m

Dunedin

Tue 16/12

3:15 p.m.-9:37 p.m.

2 stops24h 22m

C$ 2,450

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Everything you need to know about your flight to South Island

How long is the flight to South Island?

On average, a flight from Toronto to South Island takes 29 hours 47 minutes. Flights to South Island from other popular cities in Canada will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to South Island?

The cheapest airlines flying from Toronto to South Island are United Airlines, Air Canada and Air New Zealand.

Rainfall in South Island by month

Plan your trip to South Island by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Island ranges from 40.0 - 60.0 mm per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit South Island when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in South Island by month

Plan your trip to South Island by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Island, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

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 9 October 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand,United Airlines, andAir Canada to New Zealand by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

FAQs about flying to South Island

  • Can I find cheaper flights to South Island if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to South Island on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to South Island?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, United Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to South Island.

  • Where does the fastest flight to South Island depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to South Island, Vancouver offers the quickest one-way flight (17 hours 25 minutes).

  • Does Christchurch have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Christchurch can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Christchurch?

    Yes. Christchurch has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Novotel Christchurch Airport is the closest property to Christchurch (0.0 km away from Christchurch).

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