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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to South Island from £606

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 15/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — CHC
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Gatwick to South Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Gatwick to South Island flight deals. Data was last updated 29 August 2025.

Round-trip from

£822

One-way from

£606

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£1,345
13/10-12/3
  • 13/10-12/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 115h 20m total
  • London to South Island
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15/11
  • 15/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 36h 55m total
  • London to South Island
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (£56 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£16 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Cheapest flights from Gatwick to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gatwick to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 August 2025.

Mon 13/1011:35LGW - ZQN
2 stops58h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/310:45ZQN - LGW
2 stops56h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8£822
Sun 12/1019:00LGW - ZQN
2 stops57h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/1010:55ZQN - LGW
2 stops55h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8£864
Mon 13/1018:05LGW - ZQN
2 stops54h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 16/1016:50ZQN - LGW
2 stops49h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8£879
Mon 1/914:30LGW - CHC
2 stops46h 50mEmirates
Tue 21/1018:20CHC - LGW
2 stops30h 15mEmirates
Deal found 27/8£1,079
Sat 8/1120:25LGW - CHC
2 stops31h 55mChina Southern
Fri 21/1122:30CHC - LGW
2 stops31h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 28/8£1,082
Wed 15/1011:35LGW - CHC
2 stops48h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/1006:10CHC - LGW
2 stops36h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8£1,084
Sat 8/1113:35LGW - CHC
2 stops35h 25mEmirates
Mon 24/1118:20CHC - LGW
2 stops37h 05mEmirates
Deal found 27/8£1,097
Thu 13/1110:30LGW - CHC
2 stops63h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1213:50CHC - LGW
2 stops53h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8£1,101
Tue 16/911:35LGW - CHC
2 stops65h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/906:15CHC - LGW
2 stops43h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8£1,112
Mon 13/1018:05LGW - CHC
2 stops39h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/1009:15CHC - LGW
3 stops46h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8£1,118
Sun 31/819:00LGW - CHC
2 stops39h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/909:40CHC - LGW
2 stops40h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8£1,123
Sat 1/1113:35LGW - CHC
2 stops45h 35mEmirates
Wed 19/1118:20CHC - LGW
2 stops30h 20mEmirates
Deal found 28/8£1,158

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Gatwick

Fly to

South Island

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Depart

Return

Price

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Mon 13/10

11:35-10:10

2 stops58h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 12/3

10:45-06:30

2 stops56h 45m

£822

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Sun 12/10

19:00-16:10

2 stops57h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 19/10

10:55-06:30

2 stops55h 35m

£864

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Mon 13/10

18:05-12:20

2 stops54h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 16/10

16:50-06:30

2 stops49h 40m

£879

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Mon 12/1

10:30-20:00

2 stops44h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 15/2

12:10-14:00

2 stops38h 50m

£1,077

LondonChristchurch

LGW - CHC

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Tue 10/2

09:40-14:00

2 stops39h 20m

Christchurch

Tue 17/3

18:20-18:25

2 stops37h 05m

£1,079

LondonChristchurch

LGW - CHC

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Sun 22/2

13:35-14:00

2 stops35h 25m

Christchurch

Thu 26/3

18:20-11:40

2 stops30h 20m

£1,079

LondonChristchurch

LGW - CHC

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Sun 22/2

14:05-14:30

2 stops35h 25m

Christchurch

Sat 7/3

09:15-12:35

2 stops40h 20m

£1,079

LondonChristchurch

LGW - CHC

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Fri 20/2

14:05-14:30

2 stops35h 25m

Christchurch

Sat 28/2

09:15-12:35

2 stops40h 20m

£1,079

LondonChristchurch

LGW - CHC

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Tue 17/2

17:00-17:20

2 stops35h 20m

Christchurch

Tue 10/3

13:50-14:00

2 stops37h 10m

£1,080

LondonChristchurch

LGW - CHC

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Sat 8/11

20:25-17:20

2 stops31h 55m

Christchurch

Fri 21/11

22:30-17:20

2 stops31h 50m

£1,082

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Gatwick Airport to South Island

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to South Island?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to South Island (average of £1,559). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to South Island in July is currently the most expensive (average of £2,185). 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 LGW to EDG?

Find hourly flight availability from Gatwick 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 29 August 2025.

When flying from London Gatwick Airport to South Island, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 29 August 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London Gatwick Airport to South Island, such as Emirates and Singapore Airlines. 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,322 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,322 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,322 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,352 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,322 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from London Gatwick Airport to South Island?

    Emirates and Air New Zealand can get you from London Gatwick Airport to South Island in just under 34h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 11860 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from London Gatwick Airport to South Island?

    While some choose either London Gatwick - Queenstown Intl or London Gatwick - Dunedin, London Gatwick - Christchurch is the most popular route from London Gatwick Airport to South Island.

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

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to South Island?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to South Island (average of £1,559). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to South Island in July is currently the most expensive (average of £2,185). 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 2 airlines flying from Gatwick to South Island

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest£1,060Average£1,381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapest£1,069Average£1,373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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