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 San Francisco to Incheon Intl Airport is 12h 40m on average, while flying from Los Angeles to Incheon Intl Airport is 12h 55m on average. Incheon Intl Airport is the most popular airport in South Island.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from United States to South Island?

Fiji Airways, Qantas Airways, and Air New Zealand are the most popular carriers operating from United States to South Island

What airlines fly to South Island?

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Island from United States according to our data. Air New Zealand is the first choice among our users, with 71% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to South Island. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to South Island on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from United States to South Island on average per day?

1 flights are operational daily from United States to South Island as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 11:00PM, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from United States to South Island on average per week?

12 flights are operational weekly from United States to South Island as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Wed, with 33% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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Prices for flights from United States to South Island were last updated today.

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There are 6 operators available for flights from United States to South Island as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from United States to South Island?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from United States 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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11:55 pm - 10:15 pm

LAX

CHC

27h 20m2 stops

9:40 am - 12:55 pm

CHC

LAX

22h 15m2 stops

$649Multiple Airlines

Fri, May 1 - Tue, May 12

6:10 pm - 2:40 pm

LAX

CHC

23h 30m2 stops

6:10 am - 4:29 pm

CHC

LAX

31h 19m2 stops

$673Multiple Airlines

Sun, Feb 8 - Tue, Feb 17

10:35 pm - 11:05 pm

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CHC

27h 30m2 stops

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

CHC

LAX

24h 00m2 stops

$688Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 16 - Sat, Mar 7

12:50 pm - 12:40 am

LAX

CHC

39h 50m2 stops

6:00 am - 1:23 pm

CHC

LAX

26h 23m2 stops

$708Air Canada

Sat, Mar 28 - Mon, Apr 6

5:11 pm - 4:55 pm

DFW

CHC

28h 44m2 stops

3:05 pm - 6:06 pm

CHC

DFW

22h 01m2 stops

$1,051Air New Zealand

Sun, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 6

9:50 pm - 1:10 pm

DFW

CHC

20h 20m1 stop

2:10 pm - 3:45 pm

CHC

DFW

20h 35m1 stop

$1,057Fiji Airways

Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 7

7:44 pm - 10:35 am

DFW

CHC

19h 51m1 stop

2:15 pm - 4:20 pm

CHC

DFW

21h 05m1 stop

$1,060United Airlines

Wed, Jan 28 - Fri, Feb 6

9:55 pm - 1:05 pm

JFK

CHC

23h 10m2 stops

1:15 pm - 7:35 pm

CHC

JFK

22h 20m2 stops

$1,201Air New Zealand

Thu, Apr 9 - Sat, Apr 18

7:38 pm - 12:10 am

SLC

CHC

33h 32m2 stops

6:20 am - 11:36 am

CHC

SLC

24h 16m2 stops

$1,280Qantas Airways

Wed, Mar 18 - Sat, Apr 4

4:10 pm - 11:55 pm

SLC

CHC

35h 45m2 stops

6:05 am - 7:06 pm

CHC

SLC

32h 01m2 stops

$1,342Qantas Airways

Sat, Feb 28 - Sat, Mar 14

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Air Canada

Mar 28

LAX12:50 pmLos Angeles

39h 50m

2 stops

CHC12:40 amChristchurch

Apr 6

CHC6:00 amChristchurch

26h 23m

2 stops

LAX1:23 pmLos Angeles

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Feb 27

LAX2:10 pmLos Angeles

35h 55m

2 stops

CHC11:05 pmChristchurch

Mar 17

CHC6:10 amChristchurch

27h 59m

2 stops

LAX2:09 pmLos Angeles

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Feb 4

LAX6:10 pmLos Angeles

26h 00m

2 stops

CHC5:10 pmChristchurch

Feb 17

CHC6:10 amChristchurch

31h 19m

2 stops

LAX4:29 pmLos Angeles

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Feb 3

LAX7:05 pmLos Angeles

16h 00m

1 stop

CHC8:05 amChristchurch

Feb 17

CHC1:20 pmChristchurch

18h 20m

2 stops

LAX10:40 amLos Angeles

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Feb 8

LAX7:05 pmLos Angeles

18h 05m

2 stops

CHC10:10 amChristchurch

Feb 17

CHC5:30 pmChristchurch

14h 45m

1 stop

LAX11:15 amLos Angeles

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Feb 3

LAX7:05 pmLos Angeles

18h 50m

2 stops

CHC10:55 amChristchurch

Feb 17

CHC5:00 pmChristchurch

15h 15m

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LAX11:15 amLos Angeles

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10:35 pm-11:05 pm

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5:11 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops28h 44m

Christchurch

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2 stops22h 01m

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DFWCHC

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9:50 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop20h 20m

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Sat 2/7

2:10 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop20h 35m

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Wed 1/28

7:44 pm-10:35 am

1 stop19h 51m

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2:15 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop21h 05m

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JFKCHC

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Thu 4/9

9:55 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops23h 10m

Christchurch

Sat 4/18

1:15 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops22h 20m

$1,201

Salt Lake CityChristchurch

SLC - CHC

SLCCHC

Salt Lake City

Wed 3/18

7:38 pm-12:10 am

2 stops33h 32m

Christchurch

Sat 4/4

6:20 am-11:36 am

2 stops24h 16m

$1,280

Salt Lake CityChristchurch

SLC - CHC

SLCCHC

Salt Lake City

Sat 2/28

4:10 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops35h 45m

Christchurch

Sat 3/14

6:05 am-7:06 pm

2 stops32h 01m

$1,342

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Island?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to South Island from United States is on a Monday. momondo users have found tickets for Monday departures for as low as $1,072. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from United States to South Island on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,538. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Island?

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from United States to South Island when you can find flight prices for as low as $592. Flying to South Island in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to South Island, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,200 per ticket.

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Fastest flight time	14h 10m
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The fastest flight from United States to South Island takes 14h 10m

Direct flights go from United States to South Island on Monday, Thursday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There are 12 airports in South Island. From United States there are direct flights to Christchurch (CHC).

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How old do you have to be to fly from United States to South Island?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from United States 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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Based on momondo bookings for flights between United States and South Island, the leading plane model is Airbus A321neo, making up 14.30% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A320-100/200 with 11.51%, Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with 9.59%, and Airbus A320neo with 7.85%.

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Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $619	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 210 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
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1 flights are operational daily from United States to South Island as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 11:00PM, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from United States to South Island on average per week?

12 flights are operational weekly from United States to South Island as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Wed, with 33% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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