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Cheap flights from Canada to South Island from C$ 639

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 23/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YYZ — CHC
13 Apr — 20 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Canada to South Island

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Cheapest flights from Canada to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Canada to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 March 2026.

Wed 3/64:10 p.m.
YVR
-
CHC
2 stops22h 15m
Air New Zealand
Wed 12/82:00 p.m.
CHC
-
YVR
2 stops19h 00m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 9/3C$ 1,509
Thu 30/48:55 p.m.
YVR
-
CHC
2 stops18h 55m
Air New Zealand
Sat 9/58:40 p.m.
CHC
-
YVR
2 stops36h 20m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 12/3C$ 1,524
Sat 25/48:55 p.m.
YVR
-
CHC
2 stops20h 10m
Air New Zealand
Mon 11/58:40 p.m.
CHC
-
YVR
2 stops36h 20m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 13/3C$ 1,567
Sun 22/1111:55 p.m.
YVR
-
CHC
1 stop27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 20/1210:10 a.m.
CHC
-
YVR
1 stop17h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/3C$ 1,569
Sat 25/410:15 a.m.
YVR
-
CHC
3 stops30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/51:05 p.m.
CHC
-
YVR
2 stops26h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/3C$ 1,586
Mon 10/84:25 p.m.
YYC
-
CHC
2 stops23h 00m
Air New Zealand
Tue 25/85:00 p.m.
CHC
-
YYC
2 stops19h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 12/3C$ 1,589
Tue 5/54:25 p.m.
YYC
-
CHC
2 stops23h 10m
Air New Zealand
Thu 21/55:05 p.m.
CHC
-
YYC
2 stops19h 06m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 13/3C$ 1,602
Tue 11/84:25 p.m.
YYC
-
CHC
2 stops22h 30m
Air New Zealand
Wed 26/85:00 p.m.
CHC
-
YYC
2 stops21h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 12/3C$ 1,606
Tue 5/54:25 p.m.
YYC
-
CHC
2 stops22h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 21/55:05 p.m.
CHC
-
YYC
2 stops19h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3C$ 1,611
Mon 10/84:25 p.m.
YYC
-
CHC
2 stops24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 26/85:00 p.m.
CHC
-
YYC
2 stops19h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3C$ 1,647
Mon 22/66:35 p.m.
YYZ
-
CHC
2 stops29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/76:30 a.m.
CHC
-
YYZ
2 stops33h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/3C$ 1,667
Sun 10/511:55 a.m.
YEG
-
CHC
2 stops27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 23/52:00 p.m.
CHC
-
YEG
2 stops24h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/3C$ 1,669

Find flight deals from Canada to South Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Canada to South Island flight deals. Data was last updated 14 March 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,418

One-way from

C$ 639

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 2,013
11/4-18/4
  • 11/4-18/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 51m total
  • Canada to South Island
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23/4
  • 23/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 28h 45m total
  • Canada to South Island
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (C$ 392 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 56 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

VancouverChristchurch

YVR - CHC

YVRCHC

Vancouver Intl

Wed 3/6

4:10 p.m.-9:25 a.m.

2 stops22h 15m

Christchurch

Wed 12/8

2:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.

2 stops19h 00m

C$ 1,509

VancouverChristchurch

YVR - CHC

YVRCHC

Vancouver Intl

Sat 11/4

10:20 p.m.-12:05 p.m.

1 stop18h 45m

Christchurch

Sat 18/4

6:45 a.m.-9:11 p.m.

3 stops33h 26m

C$ 1,527

CalgaryChristchurch

YYC - CHC

YYCCHC

Calgary

Tue 5/5

4:25 p.m.-8:55 a.m.

2 stops22h 30m

Christchurch

Thu 21/5

3:00 p.m.-6:10 p.m.

2 stops21h 10m

C$ 1,612

TorontoChristchurch

YYZ - CHC

YYZCHC

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 22/6

6:35 p.m.-4:25 p.m.

2 stops29h 50m

Christchurch

Sun 5/7

6:30 a.m.-12:25 a.m.

2 stops33h 55m

C$ 1,667

EdmontonChristchurch

YEG - CHC

YEGCHC

Edmonton

Sun 10/5

1:15 p.m.-9:35 a.m.

2 stops26h 20m

Christchurch

Sat 23/5

4:05 p.m.-8:34 p.m.

2 stops22h 29m

C$ 1,669

EdmontonChristchurch

YEG - CHC

YEGCHC

Edmonton

Sun 10/5

11:55 a.m.-9:35 a.m.

2 stops27h 40m

Christchurch

Sat 23/5

2:00 p.m.-8:45 p.m.

2 stops24h 45m

C$ 1,669

OttawaChristchurch

YOW - CHC

YOWCHC

Ottawa

Tue 30/6

6:55 a.m.-8:55 a.m.

2 stops34h 00m

Christchurch

Tue 28/7

10:10 a.m.-12:49 a.m.

2 stops30h 39m

C$ 1,771

CalgaryChristchurch

YYC - CHC

YYCCHC

Calgary

Thu 28/5

3:22 p.m.-1:25 p.m.

2 stops28h 03m

Christchurch

Mon 1/6

6:30 a.m.-12:19 p.m.

2 stops23h 49m

C$ 1,777

TorontoQueenstown

YYZ - ZQN

YYZZQN

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 3/5

10:30 p.m.-9:50 a.m.

2 stops43h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 18/5

3:05 p.m.-1:38 a.m.

2 stops26h 33m

C$ 1,783

CalgaryChristchurch

YYC - CHC

YYCCHC

Calgary

Sun 9/8

6:50 p.m.-9:25 a.m.

2 stops20h 35m

Christchurch

Mon 24/8

5:00 p.m.-6:10 p.m.

2 stops19h 10m

C$ 1,806

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Canada to South Island

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Canada to South Island?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canada to South Island (average of C$ 907). Flying from Canada to South Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,490). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andUnited Airlines from Canada to South Island to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
232 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
232 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
232 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
610 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
232 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,423 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
232 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,800 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
232 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Canada to South Island. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Canada to South Island?

    Departing from Canada to South Island will take you 18h 45m. The distance from Canada to South Island is about 12043 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Canada to South Island one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as C$ 594 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air New Zealand from C$ 1,119 and United Airlines from C$ 1,876 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Canada to South Island that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Canada to South Island flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Canada to South Island?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Canada to South Island.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Canada to South Island?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Canada to South Island by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Canada to South Island?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canada to South Island (average of C$ 907). Flying from Canada to South Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,490). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Canada to South Island

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestC$ 907AverageC$ 1,665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapestC$ 1,237AverageC$ 1,300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapestC$ 1,412AverageC$ 2,292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,512AverageC$ 1,902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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