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Cheap flights from London to South Island from £521

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 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — CHC
11 1月 — 18 1月1
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 12 12月 2025.

週三 24/1221:30LHR - CHC
2 stops30h 50mChina Southern
週四 22/122:30CHC - LHR
1 stop33h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 11/12£959
週六 27/1222:00LHR - CHC
1 stop30h 20mChina Southern
週三 21/122:30CHC - LHR
1 stop33h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 11/12£973
週六 27/1222:00LHR - CHC
1 stop30h 20mChina Southern
週一 26/122:30CHC - LHR
2 stops52h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 11/12£979
週四 25/1221:30LHR - CHC
2 stops54h 50mChina Southern
週二 27/122:30CHC - LHR
2 stops56h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 11/12£984
週六 27/1222:00LHR - CHC
1 stop30h 20mChina Southern
週日 25/122:30CHC - LHR
1 stop31h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 11/12£1,011
週四 25/1221:30LHR - CHC
2 stops54h 50mChina Southern
週日 25/122:30CHC - LHR
1 stop31h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 11/12£1,016
週四 25/1221:30LHR - CHC
2 stops54h 50mChina Southern
週六 24/122:30CHC - LHR
2 stops57h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 11/12£1,022
週六 27/1221:30LHR - CHC
2 stops30h 50mChina Southern
週六 31/122:30CHC - LHR
1 stop33h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 10/12£1,039
週五 26/1217:00LGW - CHC
2 stops40h 20mMultiple Airlines
週六 17/106:15CHC - LGW
2 stops37h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12£1,311
週三 24/1220:25LGW - CHC
2 stops28h 35mEmirates
週六 24/118:20CHC - LGW
2 stops49h 20mEmirates
Deal found 11/12£1,538
週二 16/1220:20LGW - CHC
2 stops32h 00mChina Southern
週二 23/1222:30CHC - LGW
1 stop44h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 11/12£1,559
週二 30/1220:10LHR - ZQN
2 stops27h 55mQantas Airways
週三 25/207:00ZQN - LHR
2 stops36h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/12£1,562

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 12 12月 2025.

Round-trip from

£706

One-way from

£521

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£1,474
18/5-31/5
  • 18/5-31/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 103h 25m total
  • London to South Island
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6/4
  • 6/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 30m total
  • London to South Island
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£17 potential savings vs. average return price).
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LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

週一 1/6

18:05-10:10

2 stops53h 05m

Queenstown Intl

週日 14/6

13:00-06:40

2 stops52h 40m

£736

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

週日 25/1

10:30-19:55

2 stops44h 25m

Queenstown Intl

週日 1/2

10:45-14:00

2 stops40h 15m

£998

LondonQueenstown

LHR - ZQN

LHRZQN

London Heathrow

週一 18/5

22:10-19:40

2 stops34h 30m

Queenstown Intl

週日 31/5

17:20-19:00

2 stops36h 40m

£1,009

LondonQueenstown

LHR - ZQN

LHRZQN

London Heathrow

週日 25/1

21:00-19:55

2 stops33h 55m

Queenstown Intl

週日 1/2

10:45-17:30

2 stops43h 45m

£1,029

LondonQueenstown

LHR - ZQN

LHRZQN

London Heathrow

週六 3/1

22:00-13:30

2 stops50h 30m

Queenstown Intl

週一 19/1

20:25-18:35

2 stops59h 10m

£1,031

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

週六 3/1

10:30-17:50

2 stops66h 20m

Queenstown Intl

週一 19/1

10:45-06:30

2 stops56h 45m

£1,052

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

週二 19/5

14:45-23:55

2 stops46h 10m

Christchurch

週二 9/6

16:05-07:00

2 stops49h 55m

£1,109

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

週日 25/1

12:50-10:35

2 stops32h 45m

Christchurch

週日 1/2

14:15-08:25

2 stops31h 10m

£1,124

LondonChristchurch

STN - CHC

STNCHC

London Stansted

週三 22/4

21:10-12:55

2 stops28h 45m

Christchurch

週四 7/5

17:45-12:55

2 stops30h 10m

£1,127

LondonQueenstown

STN - ZQN

STNZQN

London Stansted

週日 15/2

20:15-13:05

2 stops27h 50m

Queenstown Intl

週六 7/3

15:30-12:05

2 stops33h 35m

£1,149

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to South Island (average of £878). Flying from London to South Island in October is currently the most expensive (average of £1,081). 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 12 12月 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 6% 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 Monday evenings 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 12 12月 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
3,435 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,435 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,435 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,412 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,435 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
552 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,435 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,435 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
China Southern
7.5
Good
122 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,435 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

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 £1,127, Etihad Airways can have you in South Island from London in 28h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 11748 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 Air New Zealand, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £471. Etihad Airways flights start at £493 while deals on China Southern start at £589 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 Stansted - Christchurch or London Gatwick - 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to South Island (average of £878). Flying from London to South Island in October is currently the most expensive (average of £1,081). 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 12 12月 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest£803Average£1,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest£890Average£1,471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£920Average£1,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£936Average£1,338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£1,030Average£1,315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapest£1,047Average£1,296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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EmiratesCheapest£1,055Average£1,422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£1,100Average£1,416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£1,110Average£1,355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£1,158Average£1,447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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