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 Madrid Barajas is 11h on average, while flying from Miami to Madrid Barajas is 8h 20m on average. Madrid Barajas is the most popular airport in South Island.

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Flights to Christchurch

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Fiji Airways

Feb 9

HNL

26h 10m

2 stops

CHC

Feb 20

CHC

14h 55m

1 stop

HNL

$723

Fiji Airways

Feb 9

HNL

26h 10m

2 stops

CHC

Feb 20

CHC

14h 55m

1 stop

HNL

$745

Fiji Airways

Feb 23

LAX

17h 35m

1 stop

CHC

Mar 8

CHC

18h 50m

1 stop

LAX

$777

Fiji Airways

Feb 23

LAX

17h 35m

1 stop

CHC

Mar 8

CHC

18h 50m

1 stop

LAX

$778

Fiji Airways

Feb 19

SFO

21h 15m

1 stop

CHC

Feb 28

CHC

16h 20m

1 stop

SFO

$779

Fiji Airways

Feb 23

LAX

17h 35m

1 stop

CHC

Mar 8

CHC

18h 50m

1 stop

LAX

$782

Fiji Airways

Feb 19

SFO

21h 15m

1 stop

CHC

Feb 28

CHC

16h 20m

1 stop

SFO

$784

Fiji Airways

Mar 20

SFO

18h 20m

1 stop

CHC

Mar 27

CHC

19h 25m

1 stop

SFO

$785

Fiji Airways

Feb 12

LAX

20h 45m

1 stop

CHC

Feb 28

CHC

15h 40m

1 stop

LAX

$786

Multiple Airlines

Feb 9

HNL

34h 05m

3 stops

CHC

Feb 20

CHC

14h 55m

1 stop

HNL

$793

Fiji Airways

Mar 12

SFO

21h 15m

1 stop

CHC

Mar 22

CHC

19h 30m

1 stop

SFO

$816

Multiple Airlines

May 4

HNL

26h 00m

2 stops

CHC

May 18

CHC

22h 50m

3 stops

HNL

$818

Flights to Queenstown

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Air New Zealand

Apr 5

LAX

17h 40m

2 stops

ZQN

Apr 20

ZQN

20h 45m

2 stops

LAX

$908

Air New Zealand

Feb 3

LAX

17h 40m

1 stop

ZQN

Feb 10

ZQN

16h 20m

2 stops

LAX

$912

Air New Zealand

Apr 5

LAX

17h 40m

2 stops

ZQN

Apr 20

ZQN

20h 45m

2 stops

LAX

$915

Air New Zealand

Feb 10

LAX

16h 15m

1 stop

ZQN

Mar 1

ZQN

21h 10m

1 stop

LAX

$918

Air New Zealand

Feb 3

LAX

19h 20m

1 stop

ZQN

Feb 10

ZQN

18h 10m

1 stop

LAX

$920

Air New Zealand

Apr 5

LAX

22h 10m

2 stops

ZQN

Apr 20

ZQN

21h 45m

1 stop

LAX

$921

Air New Zealand

Feb 3

LAX

23h 35m

1 stop

ZQN

Feb 10

ZQN

18h 10m

1 stop

LAX

$922

Air New Zealand

Feb 11

HNL

25h 10m

2 stops

ZQN

Mar 1

ZQN

29h 53m

2 stops

HNL

$924

Air New Zealand

Mar 2

LAX

16h 50m

1 stop

ZQN

Mar 10

ZQN

18h 50m

1 stop

LAX

$925

Air New Zealand

Jan 27

LAX

16h 15m

1 stop

ZQN

Feb 4

ZQN

20h 10m

1 stop

LAX

$927

Air New Zealand

Feb 11

HNL

23h 55m

1 stop

ZQN

Mar 1

ZQN

33h 33m

2 stops

HNL

$930

Air New Zealand

Jan 27

HNL

37h 40m

2 stops

ZQN

Jan 31

ZQN

18h 00m

2 stops

HNL

$938

Flights to Nelson

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Air New Zealand

Apr 6

LAX

17h 00m

2 stops

NSN

May 4

NSN

19h 10m

2 stops

LAX

$891

Air New Zealand

Apr 6

LAX

16h 25m

1 stop

NSN

May 4

NSN

19h 10m

2 stops

LAX

$898

Air New Zealand

Apr 6

LAX

19h 10m

1 stop

NSN

May 4

NSN

23h 45m

1 stop

LAX

$905

Air New Zealand

Jan 28

LAX

21h 30m

2 stops

NSN

Feb 16

NSN

19h 15m

2 stops

LAX

$935

Air New Zealand

Apr 7

LAX

19h 30m

2 stops

NSN

Apr 21

NSN

17h 30m

1 stop

LAX

$936

Air New Zealand

Jan 28

LAX

21h 30m

2 stops

NSN

Feb 16

NSN

19h 15m

2 stops

LAX

$940

Air New Zealand

Jan 28

LAX

18h 45m

1 stop

NSN

Feb 16

NSN

19h 15m

2 stops

LAX

$942

Air New Zealand

Jan 28

LAX

19h 40m

2 stops

NSN

Feb 16

NSN

14h 55m

1 stop

LAX

$947

Air New Zealand

Jan 28

LAX

25h 35m

1 stop

NSN

Feb 16

NSN

16h 10m

1 stop

LAX

$950

Air New Zealand

Jan 28

LAX

21h 45m

1 stop

NSN

Feb 16

NSN

37h 35m

1 stop

LAX

$954

Air New Zealand

Apr 10

LAX

33h 45m

2 stops

NSN

Apr 26

NSN

14h 50m

1 stop

LAX

$963

Air New Zealand

Apr 11

LAX

15h 55m

1 stop

NSN

Apr 22

NSN

19h 05m

1 stop

LAX

$973

Flights to Dunedin

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Air New Zealand

Jan 26

LAX

20h 50m

2 stops

DUD

Feb 3

DUD

19h 45m

2 stops

LAX

$956

Air New Zealand

Jan 27

LAX

16h 35m

1 stop

DUD

Feb 9

DUD

17h 10m

1 stop

LAX

$964

Air New Zealand

Jan 27

LAX

21h 30m

1 stop

DUD

Feb 8

DUD

15h 50m

1 stop

LAX

$974

Air New Zealand

Jan 29

LAX

21h 40m

2 stops

DUD

Feb 6

DUD

19h 45m

2 stops

LAX

$987

Air New Zealand

Jan 29

LAX

20h 50m

2 stops

DUD

Feb 6

DUD

17h 10m

1 stop

LAX

$994

Air New Zealand

Jan 29

LAX

25h 55m

1 stop

DUD

Feb 6

DUD

15h 50m

1 stop

LAX

$1,001

Air New Zealand

Jan 29

LAX

25h 55m

1 stop

DUD

Feb 6

DUD

15h 50m

1 stop

LAX

$1,002

Air New Zealand

Jan 28

LAX

21h 30m

1 stop

DUD

Feb 4

DUD

17h 10m

1 stop

LAX

$1,006

Air New Zealand

Jan 28

LAX

23h 20m

2 stops

DUD

Feb 7

DUD

19h 45m

2 stops

LAX

$1,010

Air New Zealand

Jan 28

LAX

21h 30m

1 stop

DUD

Feb 5

DUD

20h 15m

2 stops

LAX

$1,016

Air New Zealand

Jan 30

LAX

21h 30m

1 stop

DUD

Feb 5

DUD

35h 25m

1 stop

LAX

$1,022

Air New Zealand

Jan 28

LAX

21h 30m

1 stop

DUD

Feb 8

DUD

17h 10m

1 stop

LAX

$1,023

Flights to Invercargill

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Air New Zealand

Dec 7

EWR

44h 55m

2 stops

IVC

Dec 14

IVC

45h 25m

2 stops

EWR

$1,369

Air New Zealand

Dec 7

EWR

31h 45m

3 stops

IVC

Dec 14

IVC

40h 00m

2 stops

EWR

$1,552

Air New Zealand

Dec 7

EWR

28h 40m

3 stops

IVC

Dec 14

IVC

29h 38m

3 stops

EWR

$2,609

Singapore Airlines

Feb 5

SFO

51h 10m

2 stops

IVC

Feb 9

IVC

44h 15m

2 stops

SFO

$2,854

Singapore Airlines

Feb 5

SFO

51h 10m

2 stops

IVC

Feb 9

IVC

44h 15m

2 stops

SFO

$3,038

Air New Zealand

Dec 24

EWR

28h 40m

3 stops

IVC

Dec 31

IVC

27h 09m

2 stops

EWR

$3,144

Air New Zealand

Dec 24

EWR

28h 40m

3 stops

IVC

Dec 31

IVC

27h 54m

3 stops

EWR

$3,190

Air New Zealand

Dec 24

EWR

32h 05m

2 stops

IVC

Dec 31

IVC

28h 09m

2 stops

EWR

$3,243

Air New Zealand

Dec 21

EWR

33h 10m

2 stops

IVC

Dec 28

IVC

27h 09m

2 stops

EWR

$3,271

Air New Zealand

Dec 22

EWR

35h 35m

2 stops

IVC

Dec 29

IVC

42h 09m

2 stops

EWR

$3,300

Multiple Airlines

Dec 21

EWR

28h 20m

3 stops

IVC

Dec 28

IVC

37h 55m

3 stops

EWR

$3,419

Air New Zealand

Dec 21

EWR

31h 55m

3 stops

IVC

Dec 28

IVC

26h 23m

2 stops

EWR

$3,446

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Frequently asked questions about flying to South Island

What airlines fly to South Island?

There are a total of 4 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 Qantas Airways and Fiji Airways are also popular airlines to fly with.

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 November 2026, there are 10 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.

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