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C$ 821+ Cheap flights to South Island

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— CHC
3 Jan — 10 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to South Island in 2025

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Explore the most affordable flight options available to South Island. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 4 December 2025.

Wed 10/1210:00 a.m.YYZ - CHC
2 stops30h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 17/126:10 a.m.CHC - YYZ
2 stops27h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/12C$ 2,410
Fri 5/123:45 p.m.YYZ - NSN
2 stops25h 25mAir New Zealand
Fri 9/18:10 p.m.NSN - YYZ
2 stops45h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/12C$ 2,531
Wed 31/127:40 a.m.YYZ - CHC
3 stops37h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/11:45 p.m.CHC - YYZ
2 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12C$ 2,658
Thu 4/128:20 p.m.YYZ - CHC
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/129:50 a.m.CHC - YYZ
2 stops24h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12C$ 2,734
Thu 4/123:45 p.m.YYZ - CHC
2 stops30h 40mAir New Zealand
Mon 29/122:00 p.m.CHC - YYZ
2 stops26h 28mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/12C$ 2,774
Wed 10/129:30 a.m.YYZ - CHC
3 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/124:35 p.m.CHC - YYZ
2 stops31h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12C$ 2,784
Sun 7/126:10 a.m.YYZ - NSN
2 stops35h 00mAir New Zealand
Thu 8/111:05 a.m.NSN - YYZ
2 stops37h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/12C$ 2,912
Mon 8/125:10 p.m.YYZ - CHC
2 stops27h 45mQantas Airways
Mon 29/126:05 a.m.CHC - YYZ
2 stops34h 39mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/12C$ 3,002
Sun 7/126:30 a.m.YYZ - NSN
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/13:50 p.m.NSN - YYZ
2 stops26h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12C$ 3,025
Sat 6/128:05 a.m.YYZ - NSN
2 stops32h 15mAir New Zealand
Wed 7/111:45 a.m.NSN - YYZ
2 stops28h 52mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/12C$ 3,091
Sat 6/1210:30 a.m.YYZ - NSN
2 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/14:15 p.m.NSN - YYZ
2 stops25h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12C$ 3,200
Mon 8/126:10 a.m.YYZ - NSN
2 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/14:15 p.m.NSN - YYZ
2 stops32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12C$ 3,229

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C$ 1,740

One-way from

C$ 821

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C$ 2,671
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  • 18/2-10/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 68h 07m total
  • Toronto to Christchurch
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  • 54h 05m total
  • Toronto to South Island
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 1/4

2:10 p.m.-9:25 a.m.

2 stops26h 15m

Christchurch

Thu 30/4

5:00 p.m.-12:09 a.m.

2 stops23h 09m

C$ 1,757

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 28/5

12:00 p.m.-9:25 a.m.

2 stops29h 25m

Christchurch

Fri 31/7

9:40 a.m.-11:23 p.m.

2 stops29h 43m

C$ 1,767

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 7/3

5:55 p.m.-5:10 p.m.

2 stops29h 15m

Christchurch

Sat 21/3

4:05 p.m.-5:59 a.m.

2 stops54h 54m

C$ 1,837

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 7/3

10:00 a.m.-1:10 p.m.

2 stops33h 10m

Christchurch

Sat 21/3

4:35 p.m.-6:10 a.m.

2 stops30h 35m

C$ 1,877

TorontoNelson

YYZ - NSN

YYZNSN

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 25/2

1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

2 stops31h 00m

Nelson

Thu 19/3

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

2 stops26h 13m

C$ 1,898

TorontoNelson

YYZ - NSN

YYZNSN

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 26/2

2:10 p.m.-9:30 a.m.

2 stops25h 20m

Nelson

Fri 20/3

4:15 p.m.-12:40 a.m.

2 stops25h 25m

C$ 1,906

TorontoNelson

YYZ - NSN

YYZNSN

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 24/2

10:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m.

2 stops29h 30m

Nelson

Fri 20/3

4:15 p.m.-12:40 a.m.

2 stops25h 25m

C$ 1,906

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 21/2

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

2 stops43h 35m

Christchurch

Thu 12/3

6:10 a.m.-12:13 a.m.

2 stops35h 03m

C$ 1,915

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 11/2

3:45 p.m.-6:25 p.m.

2 stops32h 40m

Christchurch

Fri 6/3

5:00 p.m.-9:55 p.m.

2 stops22h 55m

C$ 1,922

TorontoNelson

YYZ - NSN

YYZNSN

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 28/2

10:35 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

2 stops45h 55m

Nelson

Tue 17/3

10:05 a.m.-6:47 a.m.

2 stops37h 42m

C$ 1,929

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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 33 hours 56 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 most popular airlines that fly to South Island?

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

Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From C$ 1,441
Air Canada
Air Canada
From C$ 1,425
United Airlines
United Airlines
From C$ 925
Fiji Airways
Fiji Airways
From C$ 1,278

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 4 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand and Air 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
544 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Annabel,Dec 2025

WRE - AKL

Both my flights from Whangarei to Auckland and Auckland to Vancouver where late by an hour... That created a lot of anxiety that I would make it between flights, and had my husband waiting many hours for me in Vancouver to pick me up. Can there not be another plane on standby for when delays happen. The weather was not stormy, whatever the reason for the delay it happens a lot! Talking to local kiwis. No one is happy about it. The planes are also quite cold. I realise there is a belief that the cold helps one sleep, but that's a myth. It really doesn't. There is a certain warm temperature maybe a touch below body heat that is cosy to sleep. I dressed extra warm, with a t-shit, sweater and feather winter coat, still using the blanket for my legs, to stay warm on the flight back to Vancouver. It was uncomfortable in economy class. Not much room to stretch between two people. Everything else was lovely, the attendants, the food. I wish that there were more signs at the Auckland airport, knowing where to go would have been nice too. When I first landed in Auckland and had to go to domestic, it was my first time after 30 years. I asked someone where do I go? they said follow the line. They didn't say there was a bus, there were no signs saying free bus to and from domestic. It was pouring with rain, my plane again had arrived late from Brisbane, that time, air NZ all the way and I followed the line, hoping it was around the next corner, and the next corner, and the next... arriving soaked! With a few mins to spare to my auckland to whangarei flight. High anxiety that day too. When I went from Vancouver-Auckland-Brisbane. I again was confused with the signs to go international. And walking through the shops, would never have guest that was the way to go. I realise Auckland airport is getting construction done, maybe that will solve the way people go with better signs then. but for now its very confusing. Plus I saw someone purchase maple syrup at customs before their flight, and it was confiscated when they had their carry on bag checked. That doesn't seem right, made not want to purchase anything at customs. If its going to be confiscated. my recharger battery to use on the go to power charge my ipad and phone was confiscated that was over $100, would like my money back. It went from vancouver to brisbane to auckland and whangarei, then whangarei to auckland. but auckland to vancouver my luggage had the lock broken and a note saying they took it. kinda feel violated. Could customs not have called me over and asked me about it, and i could have carried it on in my carryon bag, because it seemed ok when i had it on my carry on, just not my suitcase. I ipad and phone have lithium batteries, didn't seem right. It was for charging when i was up north of newzealand on the beach. taking lots of photos needed it to recharge divices when there was no electricity driving in the car. anyway that was annoying. live and learn.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
544 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
544 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Annabel,Dec 2025

WRE - AKL

Both my flights from Whangarei to Auckland and Auckland to Vancouver where late by an hour... That created a lot of anxiety that I would make it between flights, and had my husband waiting many hours for me in Vancouver to pick me up. Can there not be another plane on standby for when delays happen. The weather was not stormy, whatever the reason for the delay it happens a lot! Talking to local kiwis. No one is happy about it. The planes are also quite cold. I realise there is a belief that the cold helps one sleep, but that's a myth. It really doesn't. There is a certain warm temperature maybe a touch below body heat that is cosy to sleep. I dressed extra warm, with a t-shit, sweater and feather winter coat, still using the blanket for my legs, to stay warm on the flight back to Vancouver. It was uncomfortable in economy class. Not much room to stretch between two people. Everything else was lovely, the attendants, the food. I wish that there were more signs at the Auckland airport, knowing where to go would have been nice too. When I first landed in Auckland and had to go to domestic, it was my first time after 30 years. I asked someone where do I go? they said follow the line. They didn't say there was a bus, there were no signs saying free bus to and from domestic. It was pouring with rain, my plane again had arrived late from Brisbane, that time, air NZ all the way and I followed the line, hoping it was around the next corner, and the next corner, and the next... arriving soaked! With a few mins to spare to my auckland to whangarei flight. High anxiety that day too. When I went from Vancouver-Auckland-Brisbane. I again was confused with the signs to go international. And walking through the shops, would never have guest that was the way to go. I realise Auckland airport is getting construction done, maybe that will solve the way people go with better signs then. but for now its very confusing. Plus I saw someone purchase maple syrup at customs before their flight, and it was confiscated when they had their carry on bag checked. That doesn't seem right, made not want to purchase anything at customs. If its going to be confiscated. my recharger battery to use on the go to power charge my ipad and phone was confiscated that was over $100, would like my money back. It went from vancouver to brisbane to auckland and whangarei, then whangarei to auckland. but auckland to vancouver my luggage had the lock broken and a note saying they took it. kinda feel violated. Could customs not have called me over and asked me about it, and i could have carried it on in my carryon bag, because it seemed ok when i had it on my carry on, just not my suitcase. I ipad and phone have lithium batteries, didn't seem right. It was for charging when i was up north of newzealand on the beach. taking lots of photos needed it to recharge divices when there was no electricity driving in the car. anyway that was annoying. live and learn.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,500 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
544 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Annabel,Dec 2025

WRE - AKL

Both my flights from Whangarei to Auckland and Auckland to Vancouver where late by an hour... That created a lot of anxiety that I would make it between flights, and had my husband waiting many hours for me in Vancouver to pick me up. Can there not be another plane on standby for when delays happen. The weather was not stormy, whatever the reason for the delay it happens a lot! Talking to local kiwis. No one is happy about it. The planes are also quite cold. I realise there is a belief that the cold helps one sleep, but that's a myth. It really doesn't. There is a certain warm temperature maybe a touch below body heat that is cosy to sleep. I dressed extra warm, with a t-shit, sweater and feather winter coat, still using the blanket for my legs, to stay warm on the flight back to Vancouver. It was uncomfortable in economy class. Not much room to stretch between two people. Everything else was lovely, the attendants, the food. I wish that there were more signs at the Auckland airport, knowing where to go would have been nice too. When I first landed in Auckland and had to go to domestic, it was my first time after 30 years. I asked someone where do I go? they said follow the line. They didn't say there was a bus, there were no signs saying free bus to and from domestic. It was pouring with rain, my plane again had arrived late from Brisbane, that time, air NZ all the way and I followed the line, hoping it was around the next corner, and the next corner, and the next... arriving soaked! With a few mins to spare to my auckland to whangarei flight. High anxiety that day too. When I went from Vancouver-Auckland-Brisbane. I again was confused with the signs to go international. And walking through the shops, would never have guest that was the way to go. I realise Auckland airport is getting construction done, maybe that will solve the way people go with better signs then. but for now its very confusing. Plus I saw someone purchase maple syrup at customs before their flight, and it was confiscated when they had their carry on bag checked. That doesn't seem right, made not want to purchase anything at customs. If its going to be confiscated. my recharger battery to use on the go to power charge my ipad and phone was confiscated that was over $100, would like my money back. It went from vancouver to brisbane to auckland and whangarei, then whangarei to auckland. but auckland to vancouver my luggage had the lock broken and a note saying they took it. kinda feel violated. Could customs not have called me over and asked me about it, and i could have carried it on in my carryon bag, because it seemed ok when i had it on my carry on, just not my suitcase. I ipad and phone have lithium batteries, didn't seem right. It was for charging when i was up north of newzealand on the beach. taking lots of photos needed it to recharge divices when there was no electricity driving in the car. anyway that was annoying. live and learn.

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.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to South Island?

    A round-trip flight to South Island will typically cost around C$ 610, however they can be found for as little as C$ 610.

  • 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 (18 hours 15 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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