How long is the flight from London to South Island?

For as low as £1,245, Etihad Airways can have you in South Island from London in 35h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 11721 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 Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £610. Air New Zealand flights start at £699 while deals on Singapore Airlines start at £792 one-way.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Island ranges from 40.0 - 60.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit South Island when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Island, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

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.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from London to South Island?

Before booking your flight from London to South Island check out the most popular airlines for this route: Emirates, Singapore Airlines or China Southern.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LON to EDG?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from London to South Island as you normally would.

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.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to South Island (average of £1,194). Flying from London to South Island in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,661). 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

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

1,588 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,588 reviews

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Very Good

1,588 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,653 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,588 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

665 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,588 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

1,085 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,588 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.

China Southern

7.3

Good

172 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,588 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.

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How long is the flight from London to South Island?
For as low as £1,245, Etihad Airways can have you in South Island from London in 35h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 11721 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 Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £610. Air New Zealand flights start at £699 while deals on Singapore Airlines start at £792 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to South Island (average of £1,194). Flying from London to South Island in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,661). 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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Lufthansa	Cheapest£429	Average£1,212	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
China Southern	Cheapest£778	Average£1,088	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search China Southern flights
Etihad Airways	Cheapest£957	Average£1,124	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Emirates	Cheapest£1,064	Average£1,330	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest£1,108	Average£1,527	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air New Zealand flights
United Airlines	Cheapest£1,110	Average£1,287	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	Cheapest£1,116	Average£1,712	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Qatar Airways	Cheapest£1,141	Average£1,345	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest£1,167	Average£1,433	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	Cheapest£1,177	Average£1,684	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights

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