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Summary info about South Island flight prices, duration and airlines
Best One-Way Price | $436 |
|---|---|
Best Round-Trip Price | $760 |
Fastest flight time | 17h 20m |
Operated By | 4 airlines |
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How long is the flight from United States to South Island?
Average flight duration from United States to South Island depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Los Angeles to Incheon Intl is 12h 55m on average, while flying from San Francisco to Incheon Intl is 12h 10m on average. Incheon Intl is the most popular airport in South Island.
What is the best day of the week to fly to South Island?
Consider booking a flight to South Island on a Tuesday, which is the cheapest day of the week. You will also find that flying out on a Wednesday is another low-cost option. Try to avoid booking your flight to South Island on Friday, which tends to be the most expensive day of the week.
What airlines fly to South Island?
There are a total of 7 airlines that operate flight routes to South Island, with Air New Zealand being the most popular option. An estimated 74% of those flying into South Island choose to fly with Air New Zealand. If you’re unable to find tickets with Air New Zealand, then Fiji Airways and United Airlines are also popular airlines to fly with.
Cheapest flights to cities in South Island
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Useful information for your flight to South Island
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When did momondo last update prices for flights to South Island?
Prices for flights to South Island were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights to South Island?
As of April 2024, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights to South Island.
How old do you have to be to fly to South Island?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to South Island.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Island?
The necessary travel and health documents for your South Island trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
Popular cities and sights
Looking to visit South Island? Check out these cities and spend time seeing some of the most popular sights in South Island.
Christchurch
$2,217
Flights starting at
New Brighton Beach
Cave Rock
Mona Vale
Sumner Beach
Taylor's Mistake Beach
Queenstown
$2,112
Flights starting at
Kiwi and Birdlife Park
The Remarkables Ski Area
Skippers Canyon
Queenstown Gardens
Queenstown Event Centre
Dunedin
Tomahak Beach
Regent Theatre
Baldwin Street
Holy Trinity Church
Larnach Castle
Nelson
Nelson Provincial Museum
Hoglund Art Glass
Trafalgar Park
World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars
Miyazu Gardens
Invercargill
Civic Theatre
Anderson Park
Anderson Park Art Gallery
Oreti Beach
Southland Museum and Art Gallery
Blenheim
Seymour Square
Pollard Park
Picton
Edwin Fox
Picton Museum
EcoWorld Aquarium
Picton War Memorial
Timaru
South Canterbury Museum
DB Brewery
Westport
Buller Gorge
Miner's Brewery
Denniston
Paparoa National Park
Mitchells Gully Gold Mine
Recent flights found to popular cities in South Island
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Cheapest flight routes to South Island
These routes have the cheapest flights to South Island found by momondo users in United States
| Departing | Destination | Best Time | Best Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honolulu | Christchurch | 17h 35m | $747 |
| Honolulu | Queenstown | 24h 25m | $782 |
| San Francisco | Christchurch | 17h 25m | $881 |
| Los Angeles | Christchurch | 17h 20m | $888 |
| Denver | Christchurch | 23h 09m | $1,002 |
| Los Angeles | Queenstown | 16h 50m | $1,021 |
| San Francisco | Nelson | 18h 35m | $1,042 |
| San Francisco | Queenstown | 16h 50m | $1,155 |
| Reno | Queenstown | 25h 00m | $1,211 |
| Raleigh | Christchurch | 24h 20m | $1,259 |
| Portland | Christchurch | 21h 20m | $1,292 |
| Houston | Christchurch | 18h 30m | $1,344 |
| Los Angeles | Nelson | 17h 00m | $1,355 |
| Denver | Queenstown | 26h 40m | $1,363 |
| Chicago | Christchurch | 27h 59m | $1,380 |
| Bozeman | Christchurch | 23h 15m | $1,387 |
Useful information for finding South Island flight deals
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How do I get Price Alerts for flights to South Island?
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How can I save money on flights to South Island with momondo?
Leverage our AI within our “Price Forecast” tool, which predicts if it’s better to book now or wait until prices decrease. You can strategically pick the best days to fly and save money on your trip by using our “Price Calendar” tool. “Explore” shows an overview of how much it costs to fly to anywhere from a selected city or airport. Our “Discover” content is a great option for travel inspiration and money-saving tips, while “Price Alerts” will update you when prices change, so you can book when fares are right.
How does momondo find its flight prices?
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Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to South Island?
It is quick and easy to find flights to South Island on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to South Island that suits you.
Can I find flights to South Island with flexible booking policies on momondo?
momondo does allow users to show only those flights to South Island which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.
How can momondo help me find flights to South Island?
Once you have performed a search for flights to South Island, momondo helps you find the right flight by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.
I’m not ready to book a flight to South Island right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to South Island. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.