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Cheap flights from London to South Island from £489

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 8/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — CHC
30 Nov — 7 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 31 October 2025.

Thu 13/1121:30LHR - CHC
2 stops54h 50mChina Southern
Sun 16/1122:30CHC - LHR
2 stops57h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 30/10£885
Tue 30/1221:00LHR - CHC
2 stops45h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 13/214:00CHC - LHR
2 stops40h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10£886
Wed 31/1222:00LHR - CHC
1 stop30h 20mChina Southern
Mon 2/222:30CHC - LHR
1 stop33h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 29/10£888
Thu 13/1121:30LHR - CHC
2 stops54h 50mChina Southern
Wed 3/1222:30CHC - LHR
2 stops32h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 29/10£890
Tue 30/1221:00LHR - CHC
2 stops45h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 30/116:20CHC - LHR
2 stops38h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10£899
Sat 27/1221:30LHR - CHC
2 stops30h 50mChina Southern
Sat 31/122:30CHC - LHR
2 stops57h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 30/10£900
Tue 30/1222:00LHR - CHC
1 stop30h 20mChina Southern
Fri 30/122:30CHC - LHR
1 stop33h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 30/10£905
Tue 25/1110:30LGW - CHC
2 stops46h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/1209:15CHC - LGW
2 stops41h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/10£949
Tue 30/1221:30LHR - CHC
2 stops30h 50mChina Southern
Fri 13/222:30CHC - LHR
1 stop33h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 30/10£952
Tue 30/1220:20LGW - CHC
2 stops32h 00mChina Southern
Fri 30/122:30CHC - LGW
2 stops31h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 30/10£961
Wed 5/1117:15LHR - CHC
2 stops35h 05mChina Southern
Wed 12/1122:30CHC - LHR
1 stop33h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 31/10£963
Tue 4/1110:30LGW - CHC
2 stops65h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/1117:20CHC - LGW
2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10£977

Cheap 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 31 October 2025.

Round-trip from

£867

One-way from

£489

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£1,444
3/2-10/2
  • 3/2-10/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 75h 00m total
  • London to South Island
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8/3
  • 8/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 40m total
  • London to South Island
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (£58 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£18 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Tue 3/2

17:00-19:55

2 stops37h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 10/2

13:25-14:00

2 stops37h 35m

£906

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Mon 23/3

10:30-12:45

2 stops61h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 27/4

13:00-06:40

2 stops52h 40m

£956

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Tue 13/1

21:30-17:20

2 stops30h 50m

Christchurch

Sun 15/2

22:30-18:35

1 stop33h 05m

£984

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Tue 6/1

17:00-10:05

2 stops52h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 7/2

09:40-14:00

2 stops41h 20m

£995

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Tue 13/1

22:00-17:20

1 stop30h 20m

Christchurch

Mon 16/2

22:30-18:35

1 stop33h 05m

£1,016

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Wed 4/3

08:50-23:05

2 stops49h 15m

Christchurch

Mon 16/3

06:10-14:30

2 stops45h 20m

£1,091

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Mon 2/3

08:50-23:05

2 stops49h 15m

Christchurch

Wed 18/3

06:10-14:30

2 stops45h 20m

£1,091

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Sun 1/3

08:50-14:10

2 stops40h 20m

Christchurch

Mon 16/3

06:10-14:30

2 stops45h 20m

£1,091

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Fri 27/2

19:20-00:20

2 stops40h 00m

Christchurch

Fri 13/3

06:10-06:40

2 stops61h 30m

£1,110

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Fri 27/2

19:20-00:20

2 stops40h 00m

Christchurch

Thu 12/3

15:15-14:30

2 stops36h 15m

£1,110

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Best time to book a flight from London to South Island

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to South Island (average of £776). Flying from London to South Island in June is currently the most expensive (average of £1,096). 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 LON to EDG?

Find hourly flight availability from London 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 31 October 2025.

When flying from London to South Island, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 10% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London to South Island?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to South Island. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London to South Island flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 31 October 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,394 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,394 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,394 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,388 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,394 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
520 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,394 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
925 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,394 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
China Southern
7.4
Good
117 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,394 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Related info for your journey

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

    For as low as £984, China Southern can have you in South Island from London in 30h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 11788 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    When deciding which route to take from London to South Island consider London Heathrow - Christchurch, London Gatwick - Christchurch or London Stansted - Christchurch as they are the most popular.

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    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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to South Island (average of £776). Flying from London to South Island in June is currently the most expensive (average of £1,096). 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

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from London to South Island. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 31 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest£771Average£1,084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest£905Average£1,489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£935Average£1,139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£979Average£1,350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£1,046Average£1,344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapest£1,067Average£1,270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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EmiratesCheapest£1,072Average£1,438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£1,086Average£1,435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£1,142Average£1,425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£1,176Average£1,470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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