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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to South Island from £557

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 29/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — CHC
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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 17 September 2025.

Round-trip from

£749

One-way from

£557

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£1,188
2/3-16/3
  • 2/3-16/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 89h 40m total
  • London to South Island
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29/10
  • 29/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 50m total
  • London to South Island
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (£55 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 September 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 17 September 2025.

Thu 30/1010:30LGW - ZQN
2 stops58h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1113:25ZQN - LGW
2 stops54h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9£829
Sat 1/1117:00LGW - ZQN
2 stops52h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/1110:45ZQN - LGW
2 stops40h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/9£865
Sat 29/1120:25LGW - CHC
2 stops31h 55mChina Southern
Wed 24/1222:30CHC - LGW
1 stop45h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 15/9£927
Fri 7/1117:00LGW - ZQN
2 stops54h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1213:25ZQN - LGW
2 stops37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9£941
Thu 20/1110:30LGW - CHC
2 stops56h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1209:00CHC - LGW
2 stops42h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9£983
Mon 20/1011:35LGW - CHC
2 stops46h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/1021:00CHC - LGW
2 stops70h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9£999
Wed 29/1010:30LGW - CHC
2 stops48h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/1109:15CHC - LGW
2 stops58h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9£1,005
Wed 15/1011:35LGW - CHC
2 stops41h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/1109:00CHC - LGW
2 stops42h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9£1,035
Sat 25/1011:35LGW - ZQN
2 stops58h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1113:25ZQN - LGW
2 stops37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9£1,038
Sun 19/1011:35LGW - CHC
2 stops46h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/1017:20CHC - LGW
2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9£1,050
Wed 24/1210:30LGW - CHC
2 stops56h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/109:50CHC - LGW
2 stops41h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9£1,069
Thu 4/1210:30LGW - CHC
2 stops56h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/1211:50CHC - LGW
2 stops39h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9£1,070

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Gatwick

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South Island

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Depart

Return

Price

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Sat 1/11

17:00-10:05

2 stops52h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 8/11

10:45-14:00

2 stops40h 15m

£865

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Fri 7/11

17:00-12:45

2 stops54h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 5/12

13:25-14:00

2 stops37h 35m

£941

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Wed 11/2

08:40-13:10

2 stops39h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 12/3

15:05-12:35

2 stops34h 30m

£1,177

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Mon 9/2

09:00-14:15

2 stops40h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 12/3

14:00-12:35

2 stops35h 35m

£1,221

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Mon 9/2

09:00-14:15

2 stops40h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 11/3

14:00-05:55

2 stops28h 55m

£1,223

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Mon 9/2

09:00-14:15

2 stops40h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 10/3

14:00-05:55

2 stops28h 55m

£1,223

LondonChristchurch

LGW - CHC

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Thu 13/11

13:35-14:00

2 stops35h 25m

Christchurch

Mon 24/11

15:55-11:40

2 stops32h 45m

£1,226

LondonChristchurch

LGW - CHC

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Wed 12/11

13:35-14:00

2 stops35h 25m

Christchurch

Sun 23/11

15:55-11:40

2 stops32h 45m

£1,226

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Wed 11/2

13:35-20:00

2 stops41h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 8/3

12:10-11:40

2 stops36h 30m

£1,227

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Sun 8/2

13:35-21:05

2 stops42h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 9/3

16:30-20:50

2 stops41h 20m

£1,227

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to South Island

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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 £1,560). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to South Island in July is currently the most expensive (average of £2,181). 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 17 September 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 17 September 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
3,336 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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
3,336 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,336 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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
1,365 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,336 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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?

    Qatar Airways, Emirates, and Singapore Airlines can get you from London Gatwick Airport to South Island in just under 35h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 24h 55m. Airlines will cover a distance of 11799 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 £1,560). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to South Island in July is currently the most expensive (average of £2,181). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest£1,050Average£1,353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapest£1,078Average£1,327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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