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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to South Island from £556

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 9/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — CHC
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 27 November 2025.

Tue 2/1207:30EDI - CHC
2 stops42h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/316:05CHC - EDI
2 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11£1,072
Thu 25/1220:55EDI - ZQN
2 stops33h 05mEmirates
Sat 17/110:45ZQN - EDI
2 stops45h 20mEmirates
Deal found 25/11£1,804
Thu 25/1216:10EDI - ZQN
3 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/107:00ZQN - EDI
3 stops39h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11£1,842
Fri 26/1220:55EDI - CHC
2 stops31h 25mEmirates
Fri 2/115:45CHC - EDI
2 stops40h 20mEmirates
Deal found 26/11£2,318
Fri 26/1217:45EDI - CHC
3 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/116:35CHC - EDI
3 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11£2,418

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 27 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£1,092

One-way from

£556

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£1,105
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 4/3-8/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 69h 25m total
  • Edinburgh to South Island
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9/12
  • 9/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 50m total
  • Edinburgh to South Island
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£96 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£46 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Edinburgh to South Island that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghChristchurch

EDI - CHC

EDICHC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 4/3

09:25-10:35

2 stops36h 10m

Christchurch

Sun 8/3

13:15-09:30

2 stops33h 15m

£1,092

EdinburghChristchurch

EDI - CHC

EDICHC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 16/3

14:05-14:30

2 stops35h 25m

Christchurch

Sun 29/3

06:00-12:40

2 stops43h 40m

£1,113

EdinburghChristchurch

EDI - CHC

EDICHC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 21/2

14:05-14:30

2 stops35h 25m

Christchurch

Sat 25/4

13:50-13:40

2 stops34h 50m

£1,123

EdinburghChristchurch

EDI - CHC

EDICHC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/3

20:55-14:00

2 stops28h 05m

Christchurch

Tue 31/3

06:20-20:15

2 stops49h 55m

£1,156

EdinburghChristchurch

EDI - CHC

EDICHC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 13/4

21:50-12:55

2 stops28h 05m

Christchurch

Wed 29/4

06:20-20:15

2 stops48h 55m

£1,184

EdinburghQueenstown

EDI - ZQN

EDIZQN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 16/5

21:50-21:15

2 stops36h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 20/5

15:25-20:15

2 stops39h 50m

£1,206

EdinburghChristchurch

EDI - CHC

EDICHC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 14/4

21:50-12:55

2 stops28h 05m

Christchurch

Sun 26/4

17:45-20:15

2 stops37h 30m

£1,250

EdinburghChristchurch

EDI - CHC

EDICHC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/3

14:05-14:30

2 stops35h 25m

Christchurch

Tue 31/3

06:00-17:10

3 stops47h 10m

£1,355

EdinburghQueenstown

EDI - ZQN

EDIZQN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 25/12

20:55-19:00

2 stops33h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 17/1

10:45-19:05

2 stops45h 20m

£1,804

EdinburghQueenstown

EDI - ZQN

EDIZQN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 25/12

16:10-14:35

3 stops33h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 17/1

07:00-09:10

3 stops39h 10m

£1,842

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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to South Island

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to South Island (average of £794). Flying from Edinburgh to South Island in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,736). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from EDI to EDG?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh to South Island. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 November 2025.

When flying from Edinburgh to South Island, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 23% versus a flight in the morning.

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 27 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates and Qantas Airways 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
3,422 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
946 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.

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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, Qantas Airways, and Emirates can get you from Edinburgh to South Island in just under 33h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 20m. Edinburgh and South Island are separated by a distance of 11599 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to South Island (average of £794). Flying from Edinburgh to South Island in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,736). 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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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£1,033Average£1,516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest£1,049Average£1,320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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