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C$ 907+ Cheap flights to South Island

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— CHC
19 Aug — 26 Aug1
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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 14 August 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,876

One-way from

C$ 907

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 2,366
11/9-18/9
  • 11/9-18/9
  • 5 total stops
  • 72h 06m total
  • Toronto to Christchurch
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14/1
  • 14/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 55m total
  • Toronto to South Island
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (C$ 166 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 67 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Sat 15/118:10 a.m.YYZ - CHC
2 stops35h 45mUnited Airlines
Sat 29/116:00 a.m.CHC - YYZ
2 stops43h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 13/8C$ 1,823
Thu 11/910:25 p.m.YYZ - CHC
3 stops45h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/91:05 p.m.CHC - YYZ
2 stops26h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8C$ 1,876
Mon 1/1210:15 p.m.YYZ - CHC
2 stops44h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1211:00 a.m.CHC - YYZ
2 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8C$ 1,970
Tue 11/1110:00 a.m.YYZ - ZQN
2 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/114:05 p.m.ZQN - YYZ
2 stops23h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8C$ 2,175
Sat 27/95:05 p.m.YYZ - CHC
2 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/102:05 p.m.CHC - YYZ
2 stops27h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8C$ 2,209
Tue 30/121:30 p.m.YYZ - CHC
2 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/12:20 p.m.CHC - YYZ
2 stops28h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8C$ 2,322
Mon 10/1110:00 a.m.YYZ - ZQN
2 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/114:05 p.m.ZQN - YYZ
2 stops23h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8C$ 2,348
Wed 27/83:59 p.m.YYZ - CHC
2 stops29h 26mAir New Zealand
Mon 2/25:00 p.m.CHC - YYZ
2 stops22h 37mAir New Zealand
Deal found 13/8C$ 2,419
Wed 26/1112:25 p.m.YYZ - NSN
2 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/15:45 p.m.NSN - YYZ
2 stops24h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8C$ 2,470
Sat 6/1212:45 p.m.YYZ - ZQN
2 stops27h 05mAir New Zealand
Fri 26/125:20 p.m.ZQN - YYZ
2 stops22h 17mAir New Zealand
Deal found 14/8C$ 2,559
Sun 9/116:55 p.m.YYZ - BHE
2 stops44h 10mAir New Zealand
Thu 13/119:40 a.m.BHE - YYZ
2 stops39h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 14/8C$ 2,659
Sat 6/126:40 p.m.YYZ - ZQN
2 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 26/127:50 p.m.ZQN - YYZ
3 stops63h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8C$ 2,705

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 15/11

8:10 a.m.-1:55 p.m.

2 stops35h 45m

Christchurch

Sat 29/11

6:00 a.m.-7:30 a.m.

2 stops43h 30m

C$ 1,823

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 21/1

10:00 a.m.-9:05 a.m.

2 stops29h 05m

Christchurch

Tue 3/2

2:00 p.m.-9:22 p.m.

2 stops25h 22m

C$ 1,875

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 11/9

10:25 p.m.-12:05 p.m.

3 stops45h 40m

Christchurch

Thu 18/9

1:05 p.m.-11:31 p.m.

2 stops26h 26m

C$ 1,876

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 1/12

10:15 p.m.-1:05 p.m.

2 stops44h 50m

Christchurch

Wed 10/12

11:00 a.m.-3:10 p.m.

2 stops22h 10m

C$ 1,970

TorontoQueenstown

YYZ - ZQN

YYZZQN

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 11/11

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

2 stops29h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 18/11

4:05 p.m.-9:22 p.m.

2 stops23h 17m

C$ 2,175

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 27/9

5:05 p.m.-1:05 p.m.

2 stops27h 00m

Christchurch

Sat 4/10

2:05 p.m.-12:23 a.m.

2 stops27h 18m

C$ 2,209

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 15/11

10:35 p.m.-12:40 a.m.

2 stops56h 05m

Christchurch

Sat 29/11

4:05 p.m.-3:10 p.m.

2 stops41h 05m

C$ 2,247

TorontoQueenstown

YYZ - ZQN

YYZZQN

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 10/11

10:00 a.m.-8:35 a.m.

2 stops28h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 18/11

4:05 p.m.-9:22 p.m.

2 stops23h 17m

C$ 2,348

TorontoNelson

YYZ - NSN

YYZNSN

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 26/11

12:25 p.m.-11:10 a.m.

2 stops28h 45m

Nelson

Sat 31/1

5:45 p.m.-12:38 a.m.

2 stops24h 53m

C$ 2,470

TorontoQueenstown

YYZ - ZQN

YYZZQN

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 6/12

12:45 p.m.-9:50 a.m.

2 stops27h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 26/12

5:20 p.m.-9:37 p.m.

2 stops22h 17m

C$ 2,559

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Best time to book a flight to South Island

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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 35 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.

When is the cheapest time to fly to South Island?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Toronto to South Island. Price data was last updated on 24 November 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to South Island should consider flying on Friday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Tuesday at noon, when prices are usually at their highest.

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$ 1,023
Air Canada
Air Canada
From C$ 1,021
United Airlines
United Airlines
From C$ 663
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From C$ 1,068

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 August 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
504 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
504 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
504 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,915 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
504 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,956 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
504 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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.

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

    A round-trip flight to South Island will typically cost around C$ 418, however they can be found for as little as C$ 392.

  • 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 35 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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