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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to South Island from £431

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 7/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — CHC
26 Dec — 2 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 26 November 2025.

Sun 30/1121:30LHR - CHC
2 stops54h 50mChina Southern
Tue 13/122:30CHC - LHR
1 stop33h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 25/11£876
Sun 30/1117:15LHR - CHC
2 stops59h 05mChina Southern
Fri 16/122:30CHC - LHR
2 stops52h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 25/11£881
Tue 2/1221:30LHR - CHC
2 stops54h 50mChina Southern
Thu 15/122:30CHC - LHR
1 stop33h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 25/11£892
Wed 3/1217:25MAN - CHC
2 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/222:30CHC - MAN
2 stops47h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11£900
Fri 5/1210:00LGW - CHC
1 stop42h 20mChina Southern
Thu 15/122:30CHC - LGW
2 stops55h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 25/11£929
Tue 2/1220:20LGW - CHC
2 stops56h 00mChina Southern
Thu 15/122:30CHC - LGW
2 stops55h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 25/11£935
Wed 3/1222:00LHR - CHC
1 stop30h 20mChina Southern
Wed 14/122:30CHC - LHR
1 stop33h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 25/11£953
Wed 3/1222:00LHR - CHC
1 stop30h 20mChina Southern
Tue 13/122:30CHC - LHR
1 stop33h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 25/11£955
Wed 31/1222:00LHR - CHC
1 stop30h 20mChina Southern
Mon 2/222:30CHC - LHR
1 stop33h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 25/11£956
Sun 30/1117:15LHR - CHC
2 stops59h 05mChina Southern
Thu 15/122:30CHC - LHR
1 stop33h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 25/11£961
Wed 3/1222:00LHR - CHC
1 stop30h 20mChina Southern
Thu 15/122:30CHC - LHR
1 stop33h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 25/11£1,016
Wed 3/1222:00LHR - CHC
2 stops36h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/106:15CHC - LHR
2 stops49h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11£1,023

Cheap 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 26 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£801

One-way from

£431

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£1,189
4/5-19/5
  • 4/5-19/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 98h 45m total
  • United Kingdom to South Island
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7/5
  • 7/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 35m total
  • United Kingdom to South Island
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (£56 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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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from United Kingdom 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 26 November 2025.
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LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Mon 4/5

11:35-10:10

2 stops59h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 19/5

10:50-15:00

2 stops39h 10m

£801

LondonChristchurch

LGW - CHC

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Tue 19/5

18:00-16:20

2 stops35h 20m

Christchurch

Tue 9/6

16:00-15:00

2 stops34h 00m

£909

LondonQueenstown

LHR - ZQN

LHRZQN

London Heathrow

Thu 19/2

22:00-09:50

2 stops46h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 27/3

10:35-18:35

2 stops45h 00m

£991

LondonChristchurch

LGW - CHC

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Mon 9/2

10:30-17:20

2 stops41h 50m

Christchurch

Tue 24/3

10:30-14:00

2 stops40h 30m

£1,066

LondonChristchurch

LGW - CHC

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Sat 17/1

20:20-17:20

2 stops56h 00m

Christchurch

Fri 30/1

22:30-17:20

2 stops31h 50m

£1,067

LondonChristchurch

LGW - CHC

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Sat 17/1

20:20-17:20

2 stops32h 00m

Christchurch

Mon 2/2

22:30-17:20

2 stops31h 50m

£1,067

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Mon 9/2

19:55-23:05

3 stops38h 10m

Christchurch

Mon 9/3

06:10-12:15

2 stops43h 05m

£1,089

EdinburghChristchurch

EDI - CHC

EDICHC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 4/3

09:25-10:35

2 stops36h 10m

Christchurch

Sun 8/3

13:15-09:30

2 stops33h 15m

£1,097

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Sat 16/5

13:05-09:55

2 stops33h 50m

Christchurch

Wed 20/5

13:00-10:10

2 stops32h 10m

£1,100

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Sun 8/2

08:00-10:35

2 stops37h 35m

Christchurch

Tue 24/2

14:15-05:55

2 stops28h 40m

£1,126

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

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to South Island (average of £784). Flying from United Kingdom to South Island in October is currently the most expensive (average of £1,101). 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 GB to EDG?

Find hourly flight availability from United Kingdom 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 26 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from United Kingdom to South Island in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 19% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from United Kingdom to South Island?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from United Kingdom to South Island. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their United Kingdom to South Island flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons 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 26 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,421 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,421 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,421 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,409 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,421 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
537 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,421 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
944 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,421 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,421 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

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 29h 50m. China Southern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £1,077. Airlines will cover a distance of 11788 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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?

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  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to South Island (average of £784). Flying from United Kingdom to South Island in October is currently the most expensive (average of £1,101). 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 26 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest£774Average£1,310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest£907Average£1,487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£938Average£1,158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£981Average£1,357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapest£1,036Average£1,467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£1,038Average£1,431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£1,049Average£1,466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapest£1,051Average£1,446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapest£1,070Average£1,279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£1,080Average£1,453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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