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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to South Island from £423

LGW — CHC
15 Oct — 22 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Gatwick to South Island

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Cheapest flights from Gatwick to South Island

Sun 1/1117:00 -
2 stops39h 15m
Tue 17/1112:40 -
3 stops38h 20m
Deal found 13/9£849
Fri 30/1010:30 -
2 stops41h 50m
Fri 6/1121:50 -
2 stops69h 40m
Deal found 15/9£892
Mon 2/1110:30 -
2 stops44h 30m
Mon 16/1110:45 -
2 stops56h 45m
Deal found 12/9£892
Mon 9/1109:50 -
1 stop42h 30m
Mon 23/1122:30 -
1 stop45h 00m
Deal found 14/9£912
Mon 28/1209:50 -
1 stop42h 30m
Thu 14/122:30 -
1 stop45h 00m
Deal found 14/9£912
Sun 25/1017:00 -
2 stops59h 20m
Mon 9/1106:15 -
2 stops61h 15m
Deal found 10/9£916
Mon 26/1010:30 -
2 stops64h 45m
Mon 9/1116:55 -
2 stops50h 35m
Deal found 11/9£922
Sat 5/1220:20 -
2 stops47h 15m
Sat 30/122:30 -
1 stop45h 00m
Deal found 11/9£924
Wed 4/1109:50 -
1 stop42h 30m
Wed 18/1122:30 -
1 stop45h 00m
Deal found 15/9£927
Mon 26/1009:50 -
1 stop42h 30m
Mon 2/1122:30 -
1 stop45h 00m
Deal found 11/9£929
Thu 15/1011:35 -
2 stops41h 50m
Thu 22/1013:50 -
2 stops37h 10m
Deal found 14/9£929
Mon 9/1110:30 -
2 stops59h 45m
Fri 13/1111:50 -
2 stops39h 10m
Deal found 13/9£935

Find flight deals from Gatwick to South Island

Round-trip from

£849

One-way from

£423

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Cheapest in

May

Average price

£1,305
1/11-17/11
  • 1/11-17/11
  • 5 total stops
  • 77h 35m total
  • London to South Island
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30/11-31/12
  • 30/11-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 05m total
  • London to South Island
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (£101 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£19 potential savings vs. average return price).
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LondonChristchurch

LGW London Gatwick - CHC Christchurch

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Tue 1/12

14:55-22:20

3 stops42h 25m

Christchurch

Wed 31/12

00:00-13:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£457

LondonChristchurch

LGW London Gatwick - CHC Christchurch

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Tue 1/12

20:20-17:20

2 stops32h 00m

Christchurch

Wed 31/12

00:00-13:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£475

LondonChristchurch

LGW London Gatwick - CHC Christchurch

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Sat 5/12

20:20-17:20

2 stops32h 00m

Christchurch

Wed 31/12

00:00-13:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£516

LondonQueenstown

LGW London Gatwick - ZQN Queenstown Intl

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Fri 13/11

10:30-10:05

2 stops58h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-13:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£618

LondonChristchurch

LGW London Gatwick - CHC Christchurch

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Mon 2/11

09:50-17:20

1 stop42h 30m

Christchurch

Wed 31/12

00:00-13:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£624

LondonChristchurch

LGW London Gatwick - CHC Christchurch

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Tue 13/10

11:35-17:25

2 stops41h 50m

Christchurch

Wed 31/12

00:00-13:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£631

LondonChristchurch

LGW London Gatwick - CHC Christchurch

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Sat 14/11

10:30-22:20

2 stops46h 50m

Christchurch

Wed 31/12

00:00-13:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£665

LondonQueenstown

LGW London Gatwick - ZQN Queenstown Intl

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Mon 9/11

10:30-08:25

3 stops56h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-13:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£701

LondonChristchurch

LGW London Gatwick - CHC Christchurch

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Wed 21/10

12:35-00:10

2 stops47h 35m

Christchurch

Wed 31/12

00:00-13:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£713

LondonQueenstown

LGW London Gatwick - ZQN Queenstown Intl

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Tue 12/1

20:05-20:00

3 stops58h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-13:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£735

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Reviews of airlines servicing South Island

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London Gatwick Airport to South Island, such as Singapore Airlines and Emirates. 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
1,602 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,602 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,602 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,660 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,602 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.

Related info for your journey

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

    Emirates, SWISS, and Singapore Airlines can get you from London Gatwick Airport to South Island in just under 29h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h 10m. 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Gatwick to South Island

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapest£1,156Average£1,352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£1,286Average£1,561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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