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C$ 1,577+ Cheap flights to South Island

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Flights to South Island in 2024

Find the latest flights to South Island in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 522,144 searches and data was last updated on 21 October 2024.

Round-trip from

C$ 2,191

One-way from

C$ 1,577

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

C$ 2,493
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 24/11-10/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 75h 47m total
  • Toronto to Christchurch
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 5/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 25m total
  • Toronto to South Island
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Sun 24/116:30 a.m.YYZ - CHC
2 stops55h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/122:15 p.m.CHC - YYZ
1 stop20h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/10C$ 2,191
Thu 31/101:15 p.m.YYZ - CHC
2 stops32h 20mQantas Airways
Thu 14/116:20 a.m.CHC - YYZ
2 stops27h 59mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/10C$ 2,359
Sun 10/116:15 a.m.YYZ - CHC
2 stops34h 10mAir New Zealand
Sat 30/114:00 p.m.CHC - YYZ
2 stops23h 26mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/10C$ 2,370
Sun 10/1111:30 p.m.YYZ - CHC
3 stops53h 25mAir Canada
Sat 30/116:15 a.m.CHC - YYZ
2 stops35h 14mAir Canada
Deal found 20/10C$ 3,489
Wed 25/121:55 p.m.YYZ - CHC
1 stop29h 25mCathay Pacific
Sat 18/12:50 p.m.CHC - YYZ
2 stops33h 19mCathay Pacific
Deal found 21/10C$ 3,525
Sun 20/1010:25 p.m.YYZ - CHC
2 stops46h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 24/1012:00 p.m.CHC - YYZ
3 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/10C$ 3,656
Thu 31/1011:15 p.m.YYZ - CHC
3 stops45h 45mEmirates
Thu 14/116:20 p.m.CHC - YYZ
3 stops59h 21mEmirates
Deal found 20/10C$ 4,058

Find flights to South Island within your budget

Locate flights to South Island that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 522,144 searches and data was last updated on 21 October 2024.

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C$ 2,191 - C$ 57,352

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Toronto Pearson IntlChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 24/11

2 stops55h 45m

Christchurch

Tue 10/12

1 stop20h 02m

C$ 2,191

Toronto Pearson IntlChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 14/2

2 stops36h 00m

Christchurch

Sun 2/3

2 stops28h 29m

C$ 2,241

Toronto Pearson IntlChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 31/10

2 stops32h 20m

Christchurch

Thu 14/11

2 stops27h 59m

C$ 2,359

Toronto Pearson IntlChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 10/11

2 stops34h 10m

Christchurch

Sat 30/11

2 stops23h 26m

C$ 2,370

Toronto Pearson IntlChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 10/1

1 stop23h 15m

Christchurch

Tue 28/1

1 stop23h 38m

C$ 2,515

Toronto Pearson IntlChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 25/12

1 stop29h 25m

Christchurch

Sat 18/1

2 stops33h 19m

C$ 3,525

Toronto Pearson IntlChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 14/1

3 stops57h 00m

Christchurch

Tue 11/2

2 stops56h 30m

C$ 3,695

Toronto Pearson IntlChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 10/1

2 stops59h 35m

Christchurch

Mon 27/1

2 stops57h 10m

C$ 15,417

Toronto Pearson IntlChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 14/1

3 stops27h 20m

Christchurch

Tue 11/2

3 stops27h 25m

C$ 18,314

Toronto Pearson IntlChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 10/1

2 stops57h 20m

Christchurch

Mon 27/1

2 stops58h 00m

C$ 57,352

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Deals found on 21/10

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Travel insights for flights to South Island

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How long is the flight to South Island?

On average, a flight from Toronto to South Island takes 30 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.

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 20 October 2024.

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

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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, Air Canada and Qantas Airways.

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand

From C$ 1,286

Air Canada

Air Canada

From C$ 1,288

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

From C$ 1,539

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to South Island?

The cheapest airlines flying from Toronto to South Island are Air New Zealand, Air Canada and Qantas Airways.

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 21 October 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Qantas Airways, Air Canada and United Airlines to South Island have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,549 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,549 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,549 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Air New Zealand
8.1
Very good
541 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,549 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Cathay Pacific
7.7
Good
885 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,549 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,643 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,549 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
836 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,549 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

  • 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, Air New Zealand 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$ 105, however they can be found for as little as C$ 90.

  • 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 55 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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