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C$ 852+ Cheap flights to South Island

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— CHC
13 Feb — 20 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to South Island in 2026

Find the latest flights to South Island in 2026, 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 14 January 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,649

One-way from

C$ 852

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 2,383
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 11/2-6/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 72h 35m total
  • Toronto to Christchurch
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27/2
  • 27/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 36h 45m total
  • Toronto to South Island
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (C$ 71 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 40 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 14 January 2026.

Wed 11/26:45 p.m.
YYZ
-
CHC
2 stops48h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/38:45 a.m.
CHC
-
YYZ
2 stops24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1C$ 1,649
Thu 12/29:10 a.m.
YYZ
-
CHC
2 stops33h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/34:35 p.m.
CHC
-
YYZ
3 stops38h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1C$ 1,675
Wed 11/210:15 p.m.
YYZ
-
CHC
3 stops44h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/29:50 a.m.
CHC
-
YYZ
3 stops47h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1C$ 1,707
Wed 11/210:20 p.m.
YYZ
-
CHC
3 stops44h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 27/26:05 a.m.
CHC
-
YYZ
2 stops33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1C$ 1,781
Mon 23/210:00 a.m.
YYZ
-
ZQN
2 stops31h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/33:05 p.m.
ZQN
-
YYZ
2 stops26h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1C$ 1,804
Wed 11/310:15 p.m.
YYZ
-
CHC
2 stops45h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/34:35 p.m.
CHC
-
YYZ
2 stops30h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1C$ 1,806
Thu 26/28:20 p.m.
YYZ
-
CHC
2 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/46:00 a.m.
CHC
-
YYZ
2 stops27h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1C$ 1,809
Wed 1/49:05 a.m.
YYZ
-
CHC
2 stops31h 30m
Air New Zealand
Thu 30/45:05 p.m.
CHC
-
YYZ
2 stops23h 04m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 13/1C$ 1,854
Wed 1/74:00 p.m.
YYZ
-
DUD
2 stops30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 13/73:10 p.m.
DUD
-
YYZ
2 stops26h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1C$ 1,907
Thu 26/23:45 p.m.
YYZ
-
ZQN
2 stops24h 05m
Air New Zealand
Thu 5/33:05 p.m.
ZQN
-
YYZ
2 stops33h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 12/1C$ 1,971
Tue 10/28:00 a.m.
YYZ
-
DUD
2 stops30h 45m
Air New Zealand
Sat 7/113:10 p.m.
DUD
-
YYZ
2 stops24h 27m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 13/1C$ 1,989
Fri 30/1010:00 a.m.
YYZ
-
ZQN
2 stops30h 50m
Air New Zealand
Thu 5/118:25 p.m.
ZQN
-
YYZ
2 stops43h 12m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 12/1C$ 1,989

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

TorontoQueenstown

YYZ - ZQN

YYZZQN

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 23/2

10:00 a.m.-9:50 a.m.

2 stops29h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 9/3

3:05 p.m.-5:59 a.m.

3 stops31h 54m

C$ 1,804

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 11/3

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

2 stops45h 55m

Christchurch

Mon 23/3

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

2 stops30h 35m

C$ 1,806

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 11/2

10:20 p.m.-12:55 p.m.

3 stops44h 35m

Christchurch

Fri 27/2

6:05 a.m.-6:20 a.m.

3 stops42h 15m

C$ 1,822

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 25/2

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

2 stops24h 25m

Christchurch

Tue 17/3

1:15 p.m.-4:52 p.m.

1 stop20h 37m

C$ 1,861

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 11/3

6:50 p.m.-9:35 a.m.

1 stop21h 45m

Christchurch

Mon 23/3

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

2 stops35h 13m

C$ 1,867

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 11/3

2:50 p.m.-9:35 a.m.

2 stops25h 45m

Christchurch

Tue 24/3

1:15 p.m.-6:35 p.m.

2 stops22h 20m

C$ 1,867

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 26/2

2:10 p.m.-11:25 a.m.

2 stops27h 15m

Christchurch

Wed 29/4

12:00 p.m.-11:23 p.m.

2 stops27h 23m

C$ 1,878

TorontoDunedin

YYZ - DUD

YYZDUD

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 1/7

4:00 p.m.-2:25 p.m.

2 stops30h 25m

Dunedin

Mon 13/7

3:10 p.m.-1:35 a.m.

2 stops26h 25m

C$ 1,907

TorontoQueenstown

YYZ - ZQN

YYZZQN

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 26/2

3:45 p.m.-9:50 a.m.

2 stops24h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 5/3

3:05 p.m.-6:35 a.m.

2 stops33h 30m

C$ 1,971

TorontoDunedin

YYZ - DUD

YYZDUD

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 10/2

8:00 a.m.-8:45 a.m.

2 stops30h 45m

Dunedin

Sat 7/11

3:10 p.m.-9:37 p.m.

2 stops24h 27m

C$ 1,989

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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 35 hours 0 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$ 1,434
Air Canada
Air Canada
From C$ 1,417
United Airlines
United Airlines
From C$ 920
Fiji Airways
Fiji Airways
From C$ 1,271

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 14 January 2026.
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
570 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
570 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
570 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,619 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
570 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

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$ 607, however they can be found for as little as C$ 607.

  • 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 (19 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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