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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to South Island from £385

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 10/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — CHC
22 Apr — 29 Apr1
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
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 23 March 2026.

Tue 2/618:00
LGW
-
ZQN
2 stops40h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 16/610:35
ZQN
-
LGW
2 stops39h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/3£961
Tue 5/518:00
LGW
-
ZQN
2 stops35h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 28/510:50
ZQN
-
LGW
2 stops39h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/3£987
Fri 16/1018:00
LGW
-
ZQN
2 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/1112:10
ZQN
-
LGW
2 stops55h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3£1,028
Tue 1/911:35
LGW
-
ZQN
2 stops42h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 13/912:10
ZQN
-
LGW
2 stops61h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3£1,037
Thu 11/611:35
LGW
-
ZQN
2 stops42h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 20/609:45
ZQN
-
LGW
2 stops55h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3£1,057
Mon 2/1110:30
LGW
-
ZQN
2 stops44h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 20/1110:45
ZQN
-
LGW
2 stops56h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3£1,071
Wed 6/507:05
LGW
-
ZQN
3 stops41h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 13/515:25
ZQN
-
LGW
3 stops56h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3£1,096
Wed 27/507:05
LGW
-
ZQN
3 stops41h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 30/617:45
ZQN
-
LGW
3 stops33h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3£1,114
Wed 16/918:00
LGW
-
ZQN
2 stops39h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 30/913:00
ZQN
-
LGW
2 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3£1,128
Tue 5/507:00
LGW
-
ZQN
3 stops46h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 12/517:45
ZQN
-
LGW
3 stops39h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3£1,132
Sun 3/517:55
LGW
-
ZQN
2 stops53h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/513:00
ZQN
-
LGW
2 stops37h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/3£1,140
Wed 6/518:00
LGW
-
CHC
2 stops39h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 13/513:50
CHC
-
LGW
2 stops36h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3£1,147

Find 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 23 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£961

One-way from

£385

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£1,305
2/6-16/6
  • 2/6-16/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 79h 40m total
  • London to South Island
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10/9
  • 10/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 50m total
  • London to South Island
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£74 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£22 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

Cheapest return flight

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Tue 5/5

18:00-16:45

2 stops35h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 28/5

10:50-15:00

2 stops39h 10m

£987

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Wed 27/5

07:05-11:10

3 stops41h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 30/6

17:45-16:35

3 stops33h 50m

£1,114

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Wed 6/5

11:35-20:00

2 stops45h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 13/5

13:00-06:40

2 stops52h 40m

£1,172

LondonChristchurch

LGW - CHC

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Wed 20/5

10:05-00:20

2 stops27h 15m

Christchurch

Sun 24/5

08:20-19:45

2 stops46h 25m

£1,244

LondonChristchurch

LGW - CHC

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Wed 22/4

14:35-12:55

2 stops35h 20m

Christchurch

Thu 7/5

17:45-19:45

2 stops37h 00m

£1,244
Fastest return journey

LondonChristchurch

LGW - CHC

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Sun 12/4

10:05-00:10

2 stops27h 05m

Christchurch

Tue 8/9

17:45-12:35

2 stops29h 50m

£1,244

LondonChristchurch

LGW - CHC

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Wed 13/5

10:05-00:20

2 stops27h 15m

Christchurch

Sun 17/5

16:35-12:35

2 stops31h 00m

£1,244

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Mon 4/5

14:35-20:00

2 stops42h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 11/5

15:25-12:35

2 stops32h 10m

£1,247

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Thu 7/5

21:45-16:45

2 stops32h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 11/5

15:25-12:35

2 stops32h 10m

£1,247

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Thu 9/4

21:45-21:15

2 stops36h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 9/9

12:10-12:35

2 stops35h 25m

£1,247

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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to South Island (average of £690). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to South Island in July is currently the most expensive (average of £2,034). 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

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 23 March 2026.
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
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
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Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,541 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Gatwick to South Island. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Emirates can get you from London Gatwick Airport to South Island in just under 27h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 11799 mi.

  • 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?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Gatwick to South Island flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Gatwick to South Island?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Gatwick to South Island.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Gatwick to South Island?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gatwick to South Island by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to South Island (average of £690). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to South Island in July is currently the most expensive (average of £2,034). 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£1,104Average£1,414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapest£1,127Average£1,439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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