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South Island Flights as Low as $456

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Jetstar
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 16
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
ZQN
Queenstown Intl.
$456 Roundtrip, just found
$456
Roundtrip
just found
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, Dec 2 from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Queenstown Intl., returning Wed, Dec 16, priced at $456 just found
Jetstar
Sun, Dec 6 - Mon, Dec 14
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
ZQN
Queenstown Intl.
$467 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$467
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun, Dec 6 from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Queenstown Intl., returning Mon, Dec 14, priced at $467 found 5 hours ago
Jetstar
Wed, Jan 13 - Fri, Jan 29
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
CHC
Christchurch Intl.
$468 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$468
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, Jan 13 from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Christchurch Intl., returning Fri, Jan 29, priced at $468 found 1 hour ago
Qantas Airways
Wed, Jan 13 - Fri, Jan 29
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
CHC
Christchurch Intl.
$532 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$532
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Wed, Jan 13 from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Christchurch Intl., returning Fri, Jan 29, priced at $532 found 1 hour ago
Air New Zealand
Wed, Jan 13 - Fri, Jan 29
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
CHC
Christchurch Intl.
$542 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$542
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Wed, Jan 13 from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Christchurch Intl., returning Fri, Jan 29, priced at $542 found 1 hour ago
Air New Zealand
Wed, Jan 13 - Tue, Feb 2
WSI
Western Sydney Intl. Airport
CHC
Christchurch Intl.
$549 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$549
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Wed, Jan 13 from Western Sydney Intl. Airport to Christchurch Intl., returning Tue, Feb 2, priced at $549 found 15 hours ago
Air New Zealand
Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 10
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
WLG
Wellington Intl.
$592 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$592
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sat, Oct 31 from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Wellington Intl., returning Tue, Nov 10, priced at $592 found 9 hours ago
Virgin Australia
Sun, Dec 6 - Mon, Dec 14
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
ZQN
Queenstown Intl.
$596 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$596
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Sun, Dec 6 from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Queenstown Intl., returning Mon, Dec 14, priced at $596 found 5 hours ago
Emirates
Wed, Jan 13 - Fri, Jan 29
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
CHC
Christchurch Intl.
$611 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$611
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Wed, Jan 13 from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Christchurch Intl., returning Fri, Jan 29, priced at $611 found 1 hour ago
Air New Zealand
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
WSI
Western Sydney Intl. Airport
ZQN
Queenstown Intl.
$633 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$633
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Wed, Nov 18 from Western Sydney Intl. Airport to Queenstown Intl., returning Sun, Nov 22, priced at $633 found 1 day ago
Air New Zealand
Fri, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 3
WSI
Western Sydney Intl. Airport
WLG
Wellington Intl.
$869 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$869
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Fri, Oct 30 from Western Sydney Intl. Airport to Wellington Intl., returning Tue, Nov 3, priced at $869 found 3 days ago
Qantas Airways
Fri, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 3
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
WLG
Wellington Intl.
$1,053 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$1,053
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Fri, Oct 30 from Los Angeles Intl. to Wellington Intl., returning Tue, Nov 3, priced at $1,053 found 4 hours ago
American Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Fri, Nov 6
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
WLG
Wellington Intl.
$1,103 Roundtrip, just found
$1,103
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 29 from Los Angeles Intl. to Wellington Intl., returning Fri, Nov 6, priced at $1,103 just found
Alaska Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
WLG
Wellington Intl.
$2,307 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$2,307
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 29 from Los Angeles Intl. to Wellington Intl., returning Mon, Nov 2, priced at $2,307 found 2 days ago
United
Thu, Oct 29 - Fri, Nov 6
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
WLG
Wellington Intl.
$5,929 Roundtrip, just found
$5,929
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Thu, Oct 29 from Los Angeles Intl. to Wellington Intl., returning Fri, Nov 6, priced at $5,929 just found
Singapore Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Tue, Feb 2
WSI
Western Sydney Intl. Airport
CHC
Christchurch Intl.
$11,501 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$11,501
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 13 from Western Sydney Intl. Airport to Christchurch Intl., returning Tue, Feb 2, priced at $11,501 found 15 hours ago

Cheap Flights to South Island

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Frequently Asked Questions About flights to South Island

Don’t waste your time on endless searches for cheap airline tickets oneway or roundtrip. We’ll have you on your way to South Island with a tiny bag of pretzels in your hand before you can say “tray tables in the upright position”—and for a ticket price that works for your vacay budget.

So all you have to worry about is where you’re headed after the MON airport.

What is the cheapest month to fly to South Island?

Airline ticket prices fluctuate all the time, depending on the day of the week or the month of the year. The cheapest round trip flights to South Island are in December, but when you book your flight on Hotwire, savings are always in season.

How many airlines fly to South Island?

Variety is the spice of life, even when it comes to booking your next trip. Want options for airlines? You’ll find 16 to choose from for your flight to South Island.

What airport is best to fly into South Island?

When you’re planning your trip to South Island, convenience is the name of the game. Luckily, South Island Richard Pearse Airport is nearby so you can deplane and get going on checking off everything on your South Island must-do list.

How much are flights to South Island?

Got very cheap flights on your vacation itinerary? When you book your airline tickets to South Island on Hotwire, you may just get what’s on your getaway wish list. With tickets as low as $456, you’ll have leftover cash for at least a magazine and a bottle of water at the airport book store.

How to get cheap flights to South Island?

The trick to saving a stack of cash on your flight to South Island? Snatch up that Hotwire flight deal when you see a killer rate because it could be gone in a flash. And with flights as low as $456 right now, why wait?

South Island Flight Information
Destination airport
Christchurch Intl.
Destination airport IATA code
CHC
Roundtrip price
$88

Last Minute Hotel Deals in South Island

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

4 out of 5
16 - 18 Mountain Ash Drive Queenstown
Stay at this aparthotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,686 reviews)
"Everything was excellent. We were upgraded to a studio self contained room at no extra cost. This was great as we had washing machine/dryer and kitchenette, giving us option to wash clothes after big day and cook food if required. Great hotel that has made our stay memorable."

Reviewed on Oct 25, 2026

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LyLo Christchurch Airport

LyLo Christchurch Airport

5 out of 5
5 Peter Leeming Road Christchurch
Stay at this hostel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Great choice if looking for a budget option near the airport. Amenities were quite nice, bathroom was clean, and staff was very helpful. Not a ton of space, but very doable for a night or two."

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2026

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Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

4.5 out of 5
77 Manapouri - Te Anau Highway Te Anau
Stay at this holiday park in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Over priced and lacking facilities, poor maintenance, toilet seat broken, wash hand basin mixer faulty and spray everywhere, fridge wasn’t on even with our complimentary milk in there, the place is dated with poor facility - there’s better places to stay with proper facility and reasonable ..."

Reviewed on Oct 25, 2026

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Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse

4.5 out of 5
139 Fernhill Road Queenstown
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hot springs on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (701 reviews)
"Very quiet location close to Queenstown central . Room was serviced to a high standard , restaurant staff lovely . Breakfast is expensive but had on last day and was not disappointed. Only downside encountered was it was park where you like so if you weren’t in car park late afternoon early evening ..."

Reviewed on Oct 25, 2026

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Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

4 out of 5
24 Frankton Road Queenstown
Stay at this hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,069 reviews)
"Ver central if you have a car"

Reviewed on Oct 26, 2026

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Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5 out of 5
165 Cashel Street Christchurch
Stay at this hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,039 reviews)
"Good location. Room consistent of absolute basics. Slightly dated decor with average upkeep. Feel as though even for price you could do better. Breakfast and coffee was surprisingly good all things considered and staff were overall helpful."

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2026

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BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Mi-pad Queenstown

Mi-pad Queenstown

4 out of 5
4 Henry Street Queenstown Otago
Stay at this hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"👍"

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2026

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Lakes Edge Lodge

Lakes Edge Lodge

1 out of 5
2 Lakeside Dr Lake Tekapo Canterbury Region
Stay at this hostel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Tekapo Springs and Mt John Summit Experience are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (41 reviews)
"Room only but in decent condition and shared amenities were decent. Good location."

Reviewed on Oct 26, 2026

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Top Hotels With Free Airport Shuttle

Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
550 Memorial Avenue Christchurch
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,178 reviews)
"The location is excellent for airport access and the rooms were clean and tidy with everything you could need. The ability to small milk bottles from the front desk was a lovely touch. We found the rooms to be very quiet even though the hotel is on a major road and right next to the airport. I would ..."

Reviewed on Oct 26, 2026

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Airport Lodge Motel

Airport Lodge Motel

3 out of 5
105 Roydvale Avenue Christchurch
Stay at this hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hagley Park and Russley Golf Club are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (661 reviews)
"Nice and handy to the areas we wanted to visit. Will definitely stay at the motel again."

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2021

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Airways Motel

Airways Motel

3 out of 5
5 Dinton Street, off Russley Road Christchurch
Stay at this motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (661 reviews)
"Very helpful manager and his wife. Went abaove and and beyond in trying to help me."

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2026

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Commodore Airport Hotel

Commodore Airport Hotel

4.5 out of 5
449 Memorial Avenue Christchurch
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Just perfect in every way, would definitely recommend . Thank you for the great services"

Reviewed on Oct 26, 2026

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Airport Palms Motel

Airport Palms Motel

4.5 out of 5
56 Roydvale Avenue, Burnside Christchurch
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Very clean and the staff were lovely to deal with. Close to the airport."

Reviewed on Oct 22, 2026

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10 Cottages

10 Cottages

3 out of 5
15 Cowan Street Franz Josef Glacier South Westland
Stay at this hotel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Waiho Hot ...
9/10 Wonderful! (368 reviews)
"Wonderful find in a busy town. Apart from the great room the staff were exceptionally helpful with local advice."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2026

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