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C$ 893+ Cheap flights to South Island

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25 Sep — 2 Oct1
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Flights to South Island in 2026

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Cheapest flights to South Island

Mon 19/1010:50 a.m. -
3 stops35h 35m
Thu 19/112:10 p.m. -
3 stops35h 40m
Deal found 24/8C$ 1,999
Sun 11/104:40 p.m. -
3 stops31h 55m
Sun 25/102:10 p.m. -
2 stops33h 31m
Deal found 26/8C$ 2,056
Mon 19/1010:25 a.m. -
2 stops32h 00m
Tue 3/115:20 p.m. -
2 stops24h 35m
Deal found 23/8C$ 2,145
Mon 19/1010:25 a.m. -
2 stops30h 00m
Thu 19/1110:10 a.m. -
2 stops31h 45m
Deal found 24/8C$ 2,152
Wed 11/111:00 p.m. -
2 stops25h 25m
Sun 29/118:30 p.m. -
2 stops45h 25m
Deal found 23/8C$ 2,351
Fri 11/121:00 p.m. -
2 stops26h 25m
Wed 10/22:50 p.m. -
2 stops27h 39m
Deal found 23/8C$ 2,420
Mon 5/1011:05 a.m. -
2 stops35h 20m
Mon 12/106:00 a.m. -
2 stops41h 10m
Deal found 21/8C$ 2,506
Tue 1/94:35 p.m. -
2 stops24h 20m
Tue 8/98:10 p.m. -
2 stops50h 08m
Deal found 25/8C$ 2,523
Sat 5/99:00 a.m. -
2 stops32h 50m
Wed 16/92:15 p.m. -
2 stops27h 20m
Deal found 22/8C$ 2,559
Sat 5/94:15 p.m. -
2 stops27h 10m
Wed 16/910:35 a.m. -
2 stops28h 01m
Deal found 26/8C$ 2,593
Wed 9/93:45 p.m. -
2 stops40h 25m
Sat 12/97:20 a.m. -
3 stops32h 35m
Deal found 25/8C$ 2,606
Sat 5/910:30 p.m. -
2 stops43h 05m
Fri 25/96:00 a.m. -
2 stops32h 36m
Deal found 21/8C$ 2,613

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C$ 1,999

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C$ 893
19/10-19/11
  • 19/10-19/11
  • 6 total stops
  • 71h 15m total
  • Toronto to Christchurch
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20/10
  • 20/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 05m total
  • Toronto to South Island
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Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

TorontoNelson

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - NSN Nelson

YYZNSN

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 11/12

1:00 p.m.-9:25 a.m.

2 stops26h 25m

Nelson

Wed 10/2

2:50 p.m.-12:29 a.m.

2 stops27h 39m

C$ 2,420

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - CHC Christchurch

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 5/10

10:50 a.m.-3:25 p.m.

3 stops35h 35m

Christchurch

Mon 12/10

6:00 a.m.-6:10 a.m.

2 stops41h 10m

C$ 2,520

TorontoQueenstown

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - ZQN Queenstown Intl

YYZZQN

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 5/9

4:15 p.m.-9:50 a.m.

2 stops25h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 16/9

12:10 p.m.-10:36 p.m.

2 stops26h 26m

C$ 2,600

TorontoNelson

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - NSN Nelson

YYZNSN

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 20/2

9:45 a.m.-2:45 p.m.

2 stops35h 00m

Nelson

Wed 24/2

11:05 a.m.-1:35 a.m.

2 stops32h 30m

C$ 2,656
Quickest round-trip

TorontoQueenstown

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - ZQN Queenstown Intl

YYZZQN

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 5/9

3:53 p.m.-10:40 a.m.

3 stops26h 47m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 16/9

3:05 p.m.-10:36 p.m.

2 stops23h 31m

C$ 2,757

TorontoQueenstown

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - ZQN Queenstown Intl

YYZZQN

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 6/10

2:59 p.m.-9:15 p.m.

2 stops37h 16m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 20/10

7:00 a.m.-10:47 p.m.

2 stops32h 47m

C$ 2,783

TorontoQueenstown

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - ZQN Queenstown Intl

YYZZQN

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 8/9

8:30 a.m.-11:25 a.m.

2 stops34h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 12/9

7:00 a.m.-12:13 a.m.

2 stops33h 13m

C$ 2,830

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - CHC Christchurch

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 1/9

10:50 a.m.-2:25 p.m.

3 stops35h 35m

Christchurch

Tue 8/9

8:10 a.m.-8:00 a.m.

2 stops39h 50m

C$ 2,874

TorontoNelson

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - NSN Nelson

YYZNSN

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 5/9

3:53 p.m.-10:10 a.m.

3 stops26h 17m

Nelson

Fri 25/9

1:15 p.m.-10:36 p.m.

2 stops25h 21m

C$ 3,006

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - CHC Christchurch

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 9/9

10:50 a.m.-8:55 a.m.

3 stops30h 05m

Christchurch

Sat 12/9

6:15 a.m.-11:55 p.m.

3 stops33h 40m

C$ 3,031

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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 30 hours 52 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 and United Airlines.

Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From C$ 1,518
Fiji Airways
Fiji Airways
From C$ 1,192
United Airlines
United Airlines
From C$ 1,886
Air Canada
Air Canada
From C$ 1,726

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to South Island?

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

Rainfall in South Island 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

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 a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand and United Airlines 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
664 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
664 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
664 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,123 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
664 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

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, Fiji Airways 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 45 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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