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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to South Island from £887

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 12/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — CHC
15 Feb — 22 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to South Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Edinburgh to South Island flight deals. Data was last updated 16 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£1,101

One-way from

£887

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£1,312
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 28/2-23/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 69h 10m total
  • Edinburgh to South Island
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12/2
  • 12/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 36h 25m total
  • Edinburgh to South Island
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (£61 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£50 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 January 2026.

Fri 13/308:25
EDI
-
CHC
2 stops36h 10m
United Airlines
Tue 17/313:15
CHC
-
EDI
2 stops30h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/1£1,099
Fri 29/521:50
EDI
-
ZQN
2 stops29h 40m
Emirates
Tue 2/615:25
ZQN
-
EDI
2 stops39h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 14/1£1,218
Fri 5/621:55
EDI
-
CHC
2 stops39h 25m
Emirates
Mon 15/608:20
CHC
-
EDI
2 stops46h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 15/1£1,219
Fri 6/1114:05
EDI
-
CHC
2 stops35h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/1206:00
CHC
-
EDI
2 stops37h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1£1,219
Thu 2/407:55
EDI
-
CHC
3 stops51h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 1/506:30
CHC
-
EDI
3 stops34h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1£1,245
Sun 1/312:40
EDI
-
ZQN
3 stops36h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/307:00
ZQN
-
EDI
3 stops40h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1£1,274
Sat 28/220:55
EDI
-
ZQN
2 stops35h 10m
Emirates
Sat 7/307:00
ZQN
-
EDI
2 stops49h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 14/1£1,289
Fri 5/608:35
EDI
-
CHC
3 stops37h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 15/606:45
CHC
-
EDI
3 stops36h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1£1,453
Thu 6/807:55
EDI
-
ZQN
2 stops38h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 22/817:30
ZQN
-
EDI
2 stops31h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1£1,605

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Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghChristchurch

EDI - CHC

EDICHC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 13/3

08:25-09:35

2 stops36h 10m

Christchurch

Tue 17/3

13:15-06:55

2 stops30h 40m

£1,099

EdinburghQueenstown

EDI - ZQN

EDIZQN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 29/5

21:50-14:30

2 stops29h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 2/6

15:25-20:15

2 stops39h 50m

£1,218

EdinburghChristchurch

EDI - CHC

EDICHC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 5/6

21:55-00:20

2 stops39h 25m

Christchurch

Mon 15/6

08:20-20:05

2 stops46h 45m

£1,219

EdinburghQueenstown

EDI - ZQN

EDIZQN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 1/3

12:40-14:35

3 stops36h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 8/3

07:00-10:05

3 stops40h 05m

£1,274

EdinburghQueenstown

EDI - ZQN

EDIZQN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 1/3

20:55-14:35

2 stops28h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 8/3

16:30-19:05

2 stops39h 35m

£1,274

EdinburghQueenstown

EDI - ZQN

EDIZQN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 28/2

20:55-21:05

2 stops35h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 7/3

07:00-19:05

2 stops49h 05m

£1,289

EdinburghChristchurch

EDI - CHC

EDICHC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 2/4

15:10-14:35

2 stops35h 25m

Christchurch

Fri 1/5

06:10-06:25

2 stops35h 15m

£1,404

EdinburghChristchurch

EDI - CHC

EDICHC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 5/6

08:35-09:25

3 stops37h 50m

Christchurch

Mon 15/6

06:45-08:25

3 stops36h 40m

£1,453

EdinburghChristchurch

EDI - CHC

EDICHC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 13/3

13:40-23:55

3 stops45h 15m

Christchurch

Tue 17/3

06:05-08:35

3 stops39h 30m

£1,518

EdinburghChristchurch

EDI - CHC

EDICHC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 12/2

11:30-12:55

3 stops36h 25m

£887

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Deals found on 15/1

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to South Island (average of £839). Flying from Edinburgh to South Island in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,709). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Island

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See what other customers who have flown with Emirates from Edinburgh to South Island have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,469 reviews
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Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,469 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,469 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) if they book a flight from Edinburgh to South Island. Edinburgh Turnhouse is conveniently located just 6.8 mi from Edinburgh’s city center.

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

    United Airlines and Emirates can get you from Edinburgh to South Island in just under 29h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 30m. Edinburgh and South Island are separated by a distance of 11599 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to South Island (average of £839). Flying from Edinburgh to South Island in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,709). 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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EmiratesCheapest£1,047Average£1,296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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