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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to South Island from £446

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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — CHC
2 Jun — 9 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from United Kingdom to South Island

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Cheapest flights from United Kingdom to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Kingdom to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 May 2026.

Mon 8/611:35
LGW
-
ZQN
2 stops45h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 14/610:50
ZQN
-
LGW
2 stops39h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£867
Mon 1/621:20
LHR
-
CHC
2 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 15/613:50
CHC
-
LHR
2 stops39h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4£873
Fri 29/518:00
LGW
-
CHC
2 stops41h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/613:50
CHC
-
LGW
2 stops36h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5£892
Tue 16/621:20
LHR
-
CHC
2 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 23/609:40
CHC
-
LHR
2 stops68h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5£921
Mon 1/618:00
LGW
-
CHC
2 stops35h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 15/616:25
CHC
-
LGW
2 stops33h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4£958
Mon 1/618:00
LGW
-
CHC
2 stops35h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/613:50
CHC
-
LGW
2 stops36h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4£961
Mon 1/611:35
LGW
-
ZQN
2 stops45h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 14/613:00
ZQN
-
LGW
2 stops37h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4£967
Tue 19/521:20
LHR
-
CHC
2 stops32h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 14/609:40
CHC
-
LHR
2 stops44h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4£989
Fri 5/611:35
LGW
-
ZQN
2 stops45h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/613:00
ZQN
-
LGW
2 stops37h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£991
Mon 1/621:20
LHR
-
ZQN
2 stops35h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 14/613:00
ZQN
-
LHR
2 stops40h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4£996
Sat 16/521:20
LHR
-
CHC
2 stops32h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/616:25
CHC
-
LHR
2 stops37h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4£1,001
Mon 7/918:00
LGW
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CHC
2 stops35h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 19/1017:20
CHC
-
LGW
2 stops33h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4£1,003

Find flight deals from United Kingdom to South Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Kingdom to South Island flight deals. Data was last updated 3 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£867

One-way from

£446

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£1,221
8/6-14/6
  • 8/6-14/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 84h 35m total
  • United Kingdom to South Island
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1/6
  • 1/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 37h 20m total
  • United Kingdom to South Island
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£62 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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Cheapest return flight

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Mon 8/6

11:35-20:00

2 stops45h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 14/6

10:50-15:00

2 stops39h 10m

£867

LondonNelson

LHR - NSN

LHRNSN

London Heathrow

Tue 20/10

22:40-21:45

2 stops35h 05m

Nelson

Sun 25/10

14:50-15:55

2 stops38h 05m

£1,153

LondonChristchurch

STN - CHC

STNCHC

London Stansted

Sat 5/9

17:45-14:35

3 stops57h 50m

Christchurch

Mon 12/10

06:10-16:40

3 stops46h 30m

£1,169

LondonChristchurch

STN - CHC

STNCHC

London Stansted

Sat 12/9

14:55-12:55

2 stops35h 00m

Christchurch

Sun 20/9

17:20-12:55

2 stops30h 35m

£1,204

LondonChristchurch

LGW - CHC

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Sat 12/9

21:45-12:55

2 stops28h 10m

Christchurch

Sun 20/9

17:20-21:30

2 stops39h 10m

£1,209

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Wed 2/9

14:45-23:05

2 stops45h 20m

Christchurch

Tue 13/10

06:30-12:45

2 stops42h 15m

£1,211

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Sat 5/9

14:45-23:35

2 stops45h 50m

Christchurch

Thu 8/10

06:30-15:05

2 stops44h 35m

£1,211

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Fri 4/9

14:45-23:05

2 stops45h 20m

Christchurch

Thu 15/10

15:25-15:05

2 stops35h 40m

£1,211

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Fri 4/9

14:45-23:35

2 stops45h 50m

Christchurch

Sat 10/10

15:25-12:45

2 stops33h 20m

£1,212

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Tue 1/9

09:30-23:35

2 stops27h 05m

Christchurch

Wed 14/10

06:30-12:45

2 stops42h 15m

£1,212

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Best time to book a flight from United Kingdom to South Island

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from the United Kingdom to South Island

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

Booking 72 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from United Kingdom to South Island. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to South Island (average of £364). Flying from United Kingdom to South Island in March is currently the most expensive (average of £1,513). 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.

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 3 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andAir New Zealand from the United Kingdom 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
1,506 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,506 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,506 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,567 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,506 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
639 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,506 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,030 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,506 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
China Southern
7.4
Good
151 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,506 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to South Island?

    A quick flight from United Kingdom to South Island can take about 35h. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £1,204. Airlines will cover a distance of 11748 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is China Southern, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £465. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air New Zealand and Etihad Airways, as they are both options that can get you from United Kingdom to South Island for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from United Kingdom to South Island that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on United Kingdom to South Island flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from United Kingdom to South Island?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from United Kingdom to South Island.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from United Kingdom to South Island?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to South Island?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to South Island (average of £364). Flying from United Kingdom to South Island in March is currently the most expensive (average of £1,513). 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 United Kingdom to South Island

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from United Kingdom 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 3 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapest£612Average£1,420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China SouthernCheapest£810Average£1,108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£978Average£1,118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest£991Average£1,523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£1,043Average£1,319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapest£1,068Average£1,491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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United AirlinesCheapest£1,079Average£1,294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£1,084Average£1,591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£1,112Average£1,474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£1,127Average£1,379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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