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C$ 914+ Cheap flights to South Island

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— CHC
11 Jan — 18 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to South Island in 2025

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Cheapest flights to South Island
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 12 December 2025.

Thu 25/128:00 a.m.YYZ - CHC
2 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 16/16:20 a.m.CHC - YYZ
3 stops33h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12C$ 2,634
Thu 25/124:10 p.m.YYZ - CHC
2 stops48h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 16/12:15 p.m.CHC - YYZ
2 stops27h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/12C$ 2,816
Tue 23/1212:25 p.m.YYZ - ZQN
2 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1212:10 p.m.ZQN - YYZ
2 stops28h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12C$ 3,444
Sun 21/1210:15 p.m.YYZ - CHC
2 stops40h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/13:30 p.m.CHC - YYZ
2 stops24h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12C$ 4,356
Sat 20/128:20 p.m.YYZ - ZQN
2 stops26h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/122:15 p.m.ZQN - YYZ
2 stops25h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12C$ 4,366
Thu 25/1210:30 a.m.YYZ - CHC
2 stops60h 50mChina Southern
Fri 16/110:30 p.m.CHC - YYZ
1 stop40h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 10/12C$ 4,703
Thu 25/1211:00 a.m.YYZ - CHC
3 stops57h 00mEmirates
Fri 16/16:20 p.m.CHC - YYZ
3 stops55h 57mEmirates
Deal found 10/12C$ 6,519
Thu 25/121:55 p.m.YYZ - CHC
1 stop28h 55mCathay Pacific
Fri 16/12:20 p.m.CHC - YYZ
1 stop39h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/12C$ 6,949
Sat 20/1212:30 a.m.YYZ - CHC
1 stop46h 50mChina Southern
Sat 3/110:30 p.m.CHC - YYZ
1 stop40h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 11/12C$ 7,786

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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 12 December 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,789

One-way from

C$ 913

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C$ 1,968
Air Canada
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  • 18/2-10/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 96h 54m total
  • Toronto to Christchurch
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18/2
  • 18/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 35m total
  • Toronto to South Island
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 11/3

2:15 p.m.-9:35 a.m.

2 stops26h 20m

Christchurch

Mon 23/3

6:00 a.m.-10:28 p.m.

2 stops33h 28m

C$ 1,856

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 11/2

2:10 p.m.-5:10 p.m.

2 stops33h 00m

Christchurch

Fri 6/3

6:10 a.m.-4:49 p.m.

2 stops28h 39m

C$ 1,859

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 10/2

5:55 p.m.-12:40 a.m.

2 stops36h 45m

Christchurch

Fri 6/3

6:10 a.m.-5:55 p.m.

2 stops29h 45m

C$ 1,889

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 20/2

8:05 a.m.-10:35 a.m.

1 stop32h 30m

Christchurch

Wed 11/3

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

2 stops30h 55m

C$ 1,904

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 20/2

5:55 p.m.-10:35 a.m.

1 stop22h 40m

Christchurch

Thu 12/3

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

2 stops30h 55m

C$ 1,904

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 19/2

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

2 stops43h 35m

Christchurch

Tue 10/3

1:15 p.m.-7:55 p.m.

1 stop23h 40m

C$ 1,904

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 20/2

10:45 a.m.-10:35 a.m.

1 stop29h 50m

Christchurch

Tue 10/3

1:15 p.m.-11:46 p.m.

2 stops27h 31m

C$ 1,904

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 20/2

6:30 a.m.-10:35 a.m.

1 stop34h 05m

Christchurch

Mon 9/3

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

2 stops30h 55m

C$ 1,904

TorontoQueenstown

YYZ - ZQN

YYZZQN

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 25/1

10:00 a.m.-11:25 a.m.

2 stops31h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 1/2

3:05 p.m.-6:13 a.m.

3 stops33h 08m

C$ 1,957

TorontoNelson

YYZ - NSN

YYZNSN

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 25/2

7:20 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

2 stops25h 10m

Nelson

Fri 20/3

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

2 stops22h 05m

C$ 2,150

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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 32 hours 43 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$ 1,424
Air Canada
Air Canada
From C$ 1,408
United Airlines
United Airlines
From C$ 914
Fiji Airways
Fiji Airways
From C$ 1,262

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 12 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
552 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

LAX - ORD

Overall good experience with united . I fly united most part so nothing out of obvious i guess
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
552 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
552 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

LAX - ORD

Overall good experience with united . I fly united most part so nothing out of obvious i guess
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,514 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
552 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

LAX - ORD

Overall good experience with united . I fly united most part so nothing out of obvious i guess

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 (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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