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Cheap flights from Manchester to South Island from £465

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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CHC
10 Jul — 17 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Manchester to South Island

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Cheapest flights from Manchester to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manchester to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 June 2026.

Tue 29/1214:45
MAN
-
CHC
2 stops37h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/122:30
CHC
-
MAN
2 stops49h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6£954
Mon 23/1111:50
MAN
-
CHC
2 stops40h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 16/322:30
CHC
-
MAN
2 stops49h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6£958
Sun 22/1112:55
MAN
-
CHC
2 stops39h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/222:30
CHC
-
MAN
2 stops46h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/6£999
Wed 9/1209:50
MAN
-
CHC
2 stops42h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 29/122:30
CHC
-
MAN
2 stops46h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6£1,038
Sun 1/1114:50
MAN
-
CHC
2 stops37h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/1122:30
CHC
-
MAN
2 stops46h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6£1,115
Sat 13/621:20
MAN
-
CHC
2 stops28h 35m
Qantas Airways
Tue 14/717:20
CHC
-
MAN
2 stops36h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 7/6£1,201
Sun 1/1108:25
MAN
-
CHC
2 stops27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Mon 23/1106:10
CHC
-
MAN
2 stops37h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/6£1,203
Thu 12/1113:15
MAN
-
CHC
2 stops35h 45m
Qantas Airways
Sun 6/1215:45
CHC
-
MAN
2 stops52h 00m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 7/6£1,209
Wed 17/609:50
MAN
-
CHC
2 stops40h 05m
Qantas Airways
Wed 24/615:45
CHC
-
MAN
2 stops38h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 10/6£1,219
Thu 3/914:05
MAN
-
CHC
2 stops35h 50m
Qantas Airways
Thu 24/916:35
CHC
-
MAN
2 stops37h 40m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 10/6£1,220
Sat 7/1113:15
MAN
-
ZQN
2 stops41h 45m
Emirates
Wed 11/1112:10
ZQN
-
MAN
2 stops36h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 7/6£1,368
Sun 16/814:55
MAN
-
ZQN
2 stops35h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/917:30
ZQN
-
MAN
3 stops54h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6£1,579

Find flight deals from Manchester to South Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Manchester to South Island flight deals. Data was last updated 10 June 2026.

Round-trip from

£958

One-way from

£465

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£1,443
23/11-16/3
  • 23/11-16/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 89h 55m total
  • Manchester to South Island
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2/9
  • 2/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 20m total
  • Manchester to South Island
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£21 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Tue 24/11

14:45-17:20

2 stops37h 35m

Christchurch

Fri 9/4

17:10-15:45

3 stops33h 35m

£1,301

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Thu 2/7

08:05-00:40

2 stops29h 35m

Christchurch

Wed 8/7

06:20-06:50

2 stops35h 30m

£1,331

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Wed 11/11

08:50-17:20

2 stops43h 30m

Christchurch

Sun 15/11

18:20-18:35

2 stops37h 15m

£1,349

ManchesterQueenstown

MAN - ZQN

MANZQN

Manchester

Sat 7/11

13:15-20:00

2 stops41h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 11/11

12:10-11:15

2 stops36h 05m

£1,368
Fastest return journey

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Sat 5/9

09:50-00:20

2 stops27h 30m

Christchurch

Thu 24/9

16:35-12:00

2 stops30h 25m

£1,378

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Mon 7/12

22:30-14:35

3 stops51h 05m

Christchurch

Sun 31/1

06:10-15:50

3 stops46h 40m

£1,435

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Sun 6/12

22:30-23:05

3 stops59h 35m

Christchurch

Wed 10/2

06:00-15:50

3 stops46h 50m

£1,437

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Mon 19/10

22:55-14:35

3 stops51h 40m

Christchurch

Fri 30/10

06:00-15:50

3 stops46h 50m

£1,588

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Fri 23/10

20:45-23:05

2 stops38h 20m

Christchurch

Sat 7/11

06:10-06:10

2 stops61h 00m

£1,613

ManchesterNelson

MAN - NSN

MANNSN

Manchester

Mon 6/7

08:05-21:45

3 stops50h 40m

Nelson

Sun 12/7

08:35-19:45

3 stops46h 10m

£1,629

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Best time to book a flight from Manchester to South Island

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Manchester to South Island

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Manchester to South Island?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to South Island (average of £657). Flying from Manchester to South Island in August is currently the most expensive (average of £1,335). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Manchester to South Island?

The best time to book flights from Manchester to South Island is 64 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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 10 June 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Manchester to South Island, such as Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQantas Airways. 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,541 reviews
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Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,541 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,541 reviews
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Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,584 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,541 reviews
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Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,046 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,541 reviews
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Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,726 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,541 reviews
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Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,452 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,541 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Manchester to South Island. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Manchester to South Island?

    For a flight from Manchester to South Island, you will be flying from Manchester. Manchester (MAN) is just 8.9 mi from the center of the city.

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

    Departing from Manchester to South Island will take you 31h 40m. The distance from Manchester to South Island is about 11707 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Manchester to South Island one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £643. Qatar Airways flights start at £743 while deals on Emirates start at £846 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from Manchester to South Island is Manchester - Christchurch. You may also consider Manchester - Queenstown Intl or Manchester - Nelson.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Manchester to South Island flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Manchester to South Island?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Manchester to South Island.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Manchester to South Island?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manchester to South Island by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Manchester to South Island?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to South Island (average of £657). Flying from Manchester to South Island in August is currently the most expensive (average of £1,335). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Manchester to South Island

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Manchester to South Island. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 10 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest£974Average£1,169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£1,110Average£1,471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£1,136Average£1,575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£1,175Average£1,357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest£1,200Average£1,474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest£1,358Average£1,585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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