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Cheap flights from London to South Island from £544

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 15/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — CHC
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
1 adult

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 4 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£930

One-way from

£544

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£1,519
19/11-3/12
  • 19/11-3/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 98h 00m total
  • London to South Island
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15/9
  • 15/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 15m total
  • London to South Island
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£86 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£17 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 4 July 2025.

Wed 19/1121:00LHR - ZQN
2 stops54h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1210:45ZQN - LHR
2 stops43h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7£930
Thu 6/1117:50LHR - CHC
1 stop30h 00mCathay Pacific
Thu 20/1114:20CHC - LHR
1 stop28h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/7£938
Mon 3/1117:00LGW - CHC
2 stops40h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/1121:00CHC - LGW
2 stops54h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7£946
Fri 26/1221:30LHR - CHC
2 stops30h 50mChina Southern
Sun 25/122:30CHC - LHR
1 stop32h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 3/7£956
Thu 30/1021:00LHR - CHC
2 stops53h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/1113:50CHC - LHR
2 stops40h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7£999
Fri 28/1117:00LGW - ZQN
2 stops54h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1216:55ZQN - LGW
2 stops50h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7£1,010
Mon 15/921:45LHR - CHC
2 stops38h 20mEtihad Airways
Mon 22/906:35CHC - LHR
2 stops43h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 1/7£1,089
Thu 13/1113:35LGW - CHC
2 stops35h 25mEmirates
Sun 23/1118:20CHC - LGW
2 stops30h 20mEmirates
Deal found 1/7£1,161
Thu 6/1120:10LHR - CHC
2 stops39h 15mQantas Airways
Thu 20/1106:00CHC - LHR
2 stops37h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/7£1,167
Sun 14/914:55STN - CHC
2 stops35h 00mEmirates
Sun 28/918:45CHC - STN
2 stops30h 10mEmirates
Deal found 1/7£1,168
Fri 26/1211:35LGW - CHC
2 stops60h 50mAir China
Wed 21/106:00CHC - LGW
2 stops60h 35mAir China
Deal found 1/7£1,190
Sun 14/910:15LGW - CHC
1 stop36h 15mSingapore Airlines
Sun 28/911:50CHC - LGW
1 stop30h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 1/7£1,192

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Customise your flight search to find flights from London to South Island that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 4 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to South Island that are best for you.

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London

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South Island

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonQueenstown

LHR - ZQN

LHRZQN

London Heathrow

Wed 19/11

21:00-16:15

2 stops54h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 3/12

10:45-17:30

2 stops43h 45m

£930

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Thu 6/11

17:50-12:50

1 stop30h 00m

Christchurch

Thu 20/11

14:20-05:30

1 stop28h 10m

£938

LondonChristchurch

LGW - CHC

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Mon 3/11

17:00-22:10

2 stops40h 10m

Christchurch

Wed 19/11

21:00-14:00

2 stops54h 00m

£946

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Fri 26/12

21:30-17:20

2 stops30h 50m

Christchurch

Sun 25/1

22:30-18:15

1 stop32h 45m

£956

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Thu 30/10

21:00-15:55

2 stops53h 55m

Christchurch

Fri 28/11

13:50-17:30

2 stops40h 40m

£999

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Fri 28/11

17:00-12:10

2 stops54h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 31/12

16:55-06:30

2 stops50h 35m

£1,010

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Mon 15/9

21:45-23:05

2 stops38h 20m

Christchurch

Mon 22/9

06:35-15:15

2 stops43h 40m

£1,089

LondonChristchurch

LGW - CHC

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Thu 13/11

13:35-14:00

2 stops35h 25m

Christchurch

Sun 23/11

18:20-11:40

2 stops30h 20m

£1,161

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Thu 6/11

20:10-00:25

2 stops39h 15m

Christchurch

Thu 20/11

06:00-06:15

2 stops37h 15m

£1,167

LondonChristchurch

STN - CHC

STNCHC

London Stansted

Sun 14/9

14:55-12:55

2 stops35h 00m

Christchurch

Sun 28/9

18:45-12:55

2 stops30h 10m

£1,168

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to South Island (average of £1,558). Flying from London to South Island in July is currently the most expensive (average of £2,178). 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 4 July 2025.

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.

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 4 July 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
3,287 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,287 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,287 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,320 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,287 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
484 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,287 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
921 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,287 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
China Southern
7.6
Good
100 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,287 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

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.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air New Zealand, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £615. Etihad Airways flights start at £685 while deals on Air India start at £700 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?

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  • 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 £1,558). Flying from London to South Island in July is currently the most expensive (average of £2,178). 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 9 airlines flying from London to South Island

Discover the top 9 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 4 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest£724Average£1,004FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest£874Average£1,427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£903Average£1,310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£945Average£1,320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapest£965Average£1,436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapest£1,023Average£1,195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£1,043Average£1,303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£1,049Average£1,384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£1,089Average£1,313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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