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Cheap flights from Montreal to South Island from C$ 1,288

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 16/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YMQ — CHC
13 Feb — 20 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Montreal to South Island

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

Round-trip from

C$ 1,835

One-way from

C$ 1,288
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 22/6-8/7
  • 4 total stops
  • 47h 37m total
  • Montreal to South Island
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16/2
  • 16/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 38h 50m total
  • Montreal to South Island
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Cheapest flights from Montreal to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Montreal to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 January 2026.

Mon 23/119:00 a.m.
YUL
-
CHC
2 stops45h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 14/126:05 a.m.
CHC
-
YUL
2 stops33h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1C$ 1,771
Wed 18/25:50 p.m.
YUL
-
CHC
1 stop22h 45m
United Airlines
Wed 8/46:10 a.m.
CHC
-
YUL
2 stops50h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 13/1C$ 1,872
Mon 23/119:00 a.m.
YUL
-
ZQN
2 stops30h 50m
Air New Zealand
Mon 14/122:15 p.m.
ZQN
-
YUL
2 stops44h 28m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 12/1C$ 1,875
Sun 3/58:30 a.m.
YUL
-
CHC
2 stops33h 05m
Air New Zealand
Thu 21/512:00 p.m.
CHC
-
YUL
2 stops34h 59m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 12/1C$ 1,921
Wed 18/26:25 p.m.
YUL
-
CHC
2 stops33h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/46:00 a.m.
CHC
-
YUL
2 stops31h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1C$ 1,943
Mon 6/45:00 p.m.
YUL
-
CHC
2 stops25h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 16/53:00 p.m.
CHC
-
YUL
2 stops25h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1C$ 2,008
Mon 23/1110:10 p.m.
YUL
-
ZQN
3 stops70h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 14/127:00 a.m.
ZQN
-
YUL
2 stops32h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1C$ 2,103
Sun 3/54:40 p.m.
YUL
-
CHC
3 stops29h 40m
Air Canada
Thu 21/56:00 a.m.
CHC
-
YUL
2 stops30h 48m
Air Canada
Deal found 12/1C$ 2,121
Wed 18/25:10 p.m.
YUL
-
CHC
3 stops59h 55m
Air Canada
Wed 8/46:00 a.m.
CHC
-
YUL
2 stops40h 44m
Air Canada
Deal found 12/1C$ 2,131
Mon 16/26:45 p.m.
YUL
-
ZQN
2 stops51h 50m
Air New Zealand
Sat 28/26:20 p.m.
ZQN
-
YUL
2 stops64h 08m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 13/1C$ 2,330
Mon 16/26:45 a.m.
YUL
-
ZQN
3 stops38h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 28/23:30 p.m.
ZQN
-
YUL
3 stops35h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1C$ 2,707
Tue 10/39:50 p.m.
YUL
-
ZQN
2 stops47h 25m
Qatar Airways
Fri 13/35:30 p.m.
ZQN
-
YUL
2 stops62h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/1C$ 2,938

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Depart

Return

Price

MontrealChristchurch

YUL - CHC

YULCHC

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Wed 18/2

5:50 p.m.-10:35 a.m.

1 stop22h 45m

Christchurch

Wed 8/4

6:10 a.m.-4:47 p.m.

2 stops50h 37m

C$ 1,872

MontrealChristchurch

YUL - CHC

YULCHC

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 3/5

8:30 a.m.-9:35 a.m.

2 stops33h 05m

Christchurch

Thu 21/5

12:00 p.m.-6:59 a.m.

2 stops34h 59m

C$ 1,921

MontrealChristchurch

YUL - CHC

YULCHC

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Wed 18/2

6:25 p.m.-10:10 p.m.

2 stops33h 45m

Christchurch

Wed 8/4

6:00 a.m.-9:03 p.m.

2 stops31h 03m

C$ 1,943

MontrealChristchurch

YUL - CHC

YULCHC

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sat 28/2

6:20 p.m.-2:25 p.m.

2 stops26h 05m

Christchurch

Sat 7/3

7:40 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

2 stops38h 20m

C$ 1,979

MontrealChristchurch

YUL - CHC

YULCHC

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Mon 6/4

5:00 p.m.-10:25 a.m.

2 stops25h 25m

Christchurch

Sat 16/5

3:00 p.m.-12:40 a.m.

2 stops25h 40m

C$ 2,008

MontrealQueenstown

YUL - ZQN

YULZQN

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Mon 16/2

6:45 p.m.-4:35 p.m.

2 stops51h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 28/2

6:20 p.m.-4:28 p.m.

2 stops64h 08m

C$ 2,330

MontrealQueenstown

YUL - ZQN

YULZQN

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Mon 16/2

6:45 a.m.-3:35 p.m.

3 stops38h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 28/2

3:30 p.m.-9:15 a.m.

3 stops35h 45m

C$ 2,707

MontrealQueenstown

YUL - ZQN

YULZQN

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 10/3

9:50 p.m.-2:15 p.m.

2 stops47h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 13/3

5:30 p.m.-3:05 p.m.

2 stops62h 35m

C$ 2,938

MontrealQueenstown

YUL - ZQN

YULZQN

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 10/3

9:00 a.m.-4:40 p.m.

2 stops38h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 13/3

5:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

2 stops44h 30m

C$ 2,974

MontrealQueenstown

YUL - ZQN

YULZQN

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Mon 16/2

6:45 a.m.-3:35 p.m.

3 stops38h 50m

C$ 1,288

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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.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Montreal to South Island, such as Air New Zealand. 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
570 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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………

Related info for your journey

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

    United Airlines, Air New Zealand, and Qatar Airways can get you from Montreal to South Island in just under 22h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 24h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 14894 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Montreal to South Island?

    While some choose either Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - Queenstown Intl or Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - Blenheim, Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - Christchurch is the most popular route from Montreal to South Island.

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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,280AverageC$ 1,488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,828AverageC$ 2,190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapestC$ 2,185AverageC$ 2,817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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