Cheap flights from London to South Island from £440

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 9/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — CHC
18 May — 25 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from London to South Island

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Cheapest flights from London to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 April 2026.

Tue 12/518:00
LGW
-
ZQN
2 stops53h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/513:35
ZQN
-
LGW
2 stops36h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£867
Mon 1/618:00
LGW
-
CHC
2 stops41h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 15/613:50
CHC
-
LGW
2 stops36h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4£887
Tue 12/521:20
LHR
-
ZQN
2 stops49h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/513:35
ZQN
-
LHR
2 stops40h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£896
Tue 19/521:20
LHR
-
CHC
2 stops32h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 24/516:25
CHC
-
LHR
2 stops37h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£916
Tue 2/618:00
LGW
-
ZQN
2 stops40h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/615:05
ZQN
-
LGW
2 stops34h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£920
Sun 17/521:20
LHR
-
CHC
2 stops48h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 24/509:40
CHC
-
LHR
2 stops44h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£931
Mon 1/621:45
LHR
-
CHC
2 stops38h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 22/606:30
CHC
-
LHR
2 stops43h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/4£933
Tue 12/521:20
LHR
-
CHC
2 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 24/506:15
CHC
-
LHR
2 stops47h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4£935
Sun 19/421:10
LHR
-
CHC
2 stops39h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 29/406:10
CHC
-
LHR
2 stops42h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/4£939
Mon 1/618:00
LGW
-
ZQN
2 stops39h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/613:00
ZQN
-
LGW
2 stops37h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£952
Mon 31/822:00
LHR
-
CHC
3 stops37h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 20/906:15
CHC
-
LHR
3 stops48h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4£956
Mon 2/1122:00
LHR
-
CHC
1 stop30h 20m
China Southern
Mon 16/1122:30
CHC
-
LHR
1 stop33h 05m
China Southern
Deal found 13/4£968

Find flight deals from London to South Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for London to South Island flight deals. Data was last updated 18 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£867

One-way from

£440

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£1,223
12/5-19/5
  • 12/5-19/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 89h 35m total
  • London to South Island
9/6
  • 9/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 40m total
  • London to South Island
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£63 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£17 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Tue 12/5

18:00-12:20

2 stops55h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 19/5

13:35-15:00

2 stops36h 25m

£978

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Thu 28/5

18:00-12:20

2 stops55h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 4/6

13:00-15:00

2 stops37h 00m

£1,024

LondonNelson

LHR - NSN

LHRNSN

London Heathrow

Tue 2/6

21:20-19:50

2 stops35h 30m

Nelson

Tue 9/6

10:05-18:40

2 stops43h 35m

£1,080

LondonChristchurch

LGW - CHC

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Tue 28/4

14:35-12:55

2 stops35h 20m

Christchurch

Fri 1/5

17:20-12:35

2 stops30h 15m

£1,084

LondonQueenstown

LHR - ZQN

LHRZQN

London Heathrow

Tue 2/6

21:20-21:15

2 stops36h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 9/6

11:25-18:40

3 stops42h 15m

£1,088

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Mon 8/6

20:50-23:35

2 stops39h 45m

Christchurch

Mon 22/6

06:30-07:00

2 stops59h 30m

£1,097

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Sun 3/5

21:45-00:20

2 stops39h 35m

Christchurch

Sun 17/5

06:30-07:00

2 stops35h 30m

£1,097

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Fri 1/5

09:30-00:20

2 stops27h 50m

Christchurch

Mon 25/5

06:10-07:00

2 stops35h 50m

£1,103

LondonChristchurch

STN - CHC

STNCHC

London Stansted

Mon 1/6

14:55-12:55

1 stop35h 00m

Christchurch

Mon 22/6

08:30-12:55

2 stops39h 25m

£1,125

LondonQueenstown

STN - ZQN

STNZQN

London Stansted

Sun 31/5

14:55-14:20

2 stops36h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 7/6

15:25-12:55

2 stops32h 30m

£1,179

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to South Island (average of £365). Flying from London to South Island in November is currently the most expensive (average of £1,887). 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 18 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andAir New Zealand from London to South Island. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from London 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 to South Island?

    For as low as £1,084, Emirates can have you in South Island from London in 35h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 11799 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London to South Island one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with China Southern, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £467. Air New Zealand flights start at £582 while deals on Etihad Airways start at £602 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London 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 to South Island?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to South Island (average of £365). Flying from London to South Island in November is currently the most expensive (average of £1,887). 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 10 airlines flying from London to South Island

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest£813Average£1,116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest£994Average£1,499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£1,003Average£1,110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£1,046Average£1,341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapest£1,065Average£1,395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£1,071Average£1,391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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United AirlinesCheapest£1,083Average£1,299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£1,088Average£1,611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£1,172Average£1,464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£1,172Average£1,396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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