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Cheap flights from London to South Island from £508

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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — CHC
19 Jun — 26 Jun1
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 20 May 2026.

Wed 3/621:20
LHR
-
CHC
2 stops52h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/609:40
CHC
-
LHR
2 stops44h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5£832
Wed 17/611:35
LGW
-
CHC
2 stops47h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 24/613:50
CHC
-
LGW
2 stops36h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5£864
Sun 14/621:20
LHR
-
CHC
2 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 21/606:15
CHC
-
LHR
2 stops47h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5£901
Tue 1/918:00
LGW
-
ZQN
2 stops35h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 31/1010:45
ZQN
-
LGW
2 stops56h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5£916
Wed 10/621:20
LHR
-
CHC
2 stops54h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 18/609:40
CHC
-
LHR
2 stops44h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5£916
Mon 8/621:20
LHR
-
CHC
2 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 14/609:40
CHC
-
LHR
2 stops44h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5£918
Wed 10/618:00
LGW
-
CHC
2 stops41h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 18/613:50
CHC
-
LGW
2 stops36h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5£924
Wed 17/621:20
LHR
-
CHC
2 stops54h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 24/606:15
CHC
-
LHR
2 stops47h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5£928
Mon 8/618:00
LGW
-
CHC
2 stops41h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 18/606:15
CHC
-
LGW
2 stops43h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5£929
Tue 9/609:30
LHR
-
CHC
2 stops27h 05m
Etihad Airways
Tue 23/606:30
CHC
-
LHR
2 stops43h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/5£938
Tue 2/621:20
LHR
-
ZQN
2 stops49h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/613:00
ZQN
-
LHR
2 stops40h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5£947
Tue 2/621:20
LHR
-
CHC
2 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 24/612:55
CHC
-
LHR
2 stops40h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5£955

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 20 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£832

One-way from

£508

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

£1,206
3/6-17/6
  • 3/6-17/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 96h 40m total
  • London to South Island
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10/6
  • 10/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 45m total
  • London to South Island
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Mon 2/11

17:00-20:00

2 stops38h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 2/12

12:50-06:30

2 stops54h 40m

£1,065

LondonChristchurch

STN - CHC

STNCHC

London Stansted

Sun 6/9

06:55-14:35

3 stops44h 40m

Christchurch

Wed 7/10

06:10-16:40

3 stops46h 30m

£1,194

LondonDunedin

LHR - DUD

LHRDUD

London Heathrow

Tue 2/6

21:20-11:15

2 stops50h 55m

Dunedin

Thu 2/7

11:50-18:40

2 stops41h 50m

£1,245

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Sun 15/11

17:00-21:15

2 stops39h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 29/12

15:05-14:00

2 stops35h 55m

£1,266

LondonChristchurch

STN - CHC

STNCHC

London Stansted

Tue 16/6

14:55-12:55

2 stops35h 00m

Christchurch

Tue 23/6

06:20-12:55

2 stops41h 35m

£1,277

LondonChristchurch

STN - CHC

STNCHC

London Stansted

Tue 18/8

06:55-23:35

3 stops53h 40m

Christchurch

Mon 14/9

06:10-22:10

3 stops51h 00m

£1,283

LondonChristchurch

STN - CHC

STNCHC

London Stansted

Thu 11/6

14:55-12:55

2 stops35h 00m

Christchurch

Mon 22/6

08:20-12:55

2 stops39h 35m

£1,285

LondonChristchurch

STN - CHC

STNCHC

London Stansted

Thu 12/11

20:15-17:20

2 stops32h 05m

Christchurch

Mon 16/11

15:55-17:55

2 stops39h 00m

£1,285

LondonQueenstown

LHR - ZQN

LHRZQN

London Heathrow

Sun 27/9

20:40-15:30

2 stops30h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 14/10

15:25-12:25

2 stops33h 00m

£1,288

LondonChristchurch

STN - CHC

STNCHC

London Stansted

Mon 28/9

21:05-01:20

2 stops40h 15m

Christchurch

Thu 15/10

09:20-12:55

2 stops39h 35m

£1,292

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Cheapflights Insights

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 £368). Flying from London to South Island in November is currently the most expensive (average of £3,844). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from London to South Island?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London to South Island, you should look to book at least 72 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 20 May 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,522 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,522 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,522 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,575 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,522 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
647 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,522 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,038 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,522 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
China Southern
7.5
Good
152 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,522 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.

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 £1,402, Turkish Airlines can have you in South Island from London in 25h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 11788 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 £471. Air New Zealand flights start at £587 while deals on Etihad Airways start at £618 one-way.

  • 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.

  • 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 £368). Flying from London to South Island in November is currently the most expensive (average of £3,844). 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 20 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest£434Average£1,300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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China SouthernCheapest£820Average£1,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest£1,003Average£1,532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£1,016Average£1,121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£1,056Average£1,343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapest£1,092Average£1,311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£1,098Average£1,657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapest£1,098Average£1,389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£1,182Average£1,477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£1,182Average£1,465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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