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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to South Island from £500

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 27/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — CHC
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

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 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

£977

One-way from

£506

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£1,193
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 18/8-25/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 40m total
  • United Kingdom to South Island
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3/9
  • 3/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 10m total
  • United Kingdom to South Island
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£87 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 June 2025
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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 13 June 2025.

Mon 1/1221:00LHR - ZQN
2 stops54h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/216:55ZQN - LHR
2 stops37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6£825
Wed 5/1121:00LHR - CHC
2 stops36h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1111:00CHC - LHR
2 stops43h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6£924
Wed 19/1110:30LGW - ZQN
2 stops58h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1210:45ZQN - LGW
2 stops56h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6£938
Mon 18/816:25LHR - CHC
2 stops29h 30mAir New Zealand
Mon 25/817:00CHC - LHR
2 stops29h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/6£977
Sun 31/819:00LGW - CHC
2 stops39h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/906:15CHC - LGW
2 stops43h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6£990
Tue 25/1113:40MAN - CHC
3 stops44h 25mEtihad Airways
Thu 26/215:15CHC - MAN
2 stops39h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/6£1,017
Thu 30/1022:00LHR - CHC
1 stop30h 20mChina Southern
Fri 28/1122:30CHC - LHR
1 stop32h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 11/6£1,029
Fri 19/909:30LHR - CHC
2 stops50h 35mEtihad Airways
Sat 11/1006:10CHC - LHR
2 stops42h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/6£1,035
Tue 28/1014:05MAN - CHC
2 stops28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/1106:10CHC - MAN
2 stops43h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6£1,066
Tue 25/1107:40BHX - CHC
2 stops41h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 26/206:10CHC - BHX
2 stops43h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6£1,070
Fri 28/1120:50BHX - CHC
2 stops28h 45mEmirates
Tue 31/316:40CHC - BHX
2 stops31h 45mEmirates
Deal found 12/6£1,132
Sun 2/1109:10LHR - CHC
1 stop36h 30mSingapore Airlines
Tue 25/1101:10CHC - LHR
1 stop31h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 12/6£1,158

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United Kingdom to South Island that are best for you.

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South Island

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonQueenstown

LHR - ZQN

LHRZQN

London Heathrow

Mon 1/12

21:00-16:15

2 stops54h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 4/2

16:55-17:30

2 stops37h 35m

£825

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Wed 5/11

21:00-22:10

2 stops36h 10m

Christchurch

Wed 12/11

11:00-17:30

2 stops43h 30m

£924

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Wed 19/11

10:30-10:05

2 stops58h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 3/12

10:45-06:30

2 stops56h 45m

£938

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Mon 18/8

16:25-08:55

2 stops29h 30m

Christchurch

Mon 25/8

17:00-11:10

2 stops29h 10m

£977

LondonChristchurch

LGW - CHC

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Sun 31/8

19:00-21:15

2 stops39h 15m

Christchurch

Sun 7/9

06:15-15:10

2 stops43h 55m

£990

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Tue 25/11

13:40-23:05

3 stops44h 25m

Christchurch

Thu 26/2

15:15-17:55

2 stops39h 40m

£1,017

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Thu 30/10

22:00-17:20

1 stop30h 20m

Christchurch

Fri 28/11

22:30-18:15

1 stop32h 45m

£1,029

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Fri 19/9

09:30-23:05

2 stops50h 35m

Christchurch

Sat 11/10

06:10-12:45

2 stops42h 35m

£1,035

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Tue 28/10

14:05-07:45

2 stops28h 40m

Christchurch

Tue 18/11

06:10-12:25

2 stops43h 15m

£1,066

BirminghamChristchurch

BHX - CHC

BHXCHC

Birmingham

Tue 25/11

07:40-14:30

2 stops41h 50m

Christchurch

Thu 26/2

06:10-12:40

2 stops43h 30m

£1,070

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to South Island (average of £1,558). Flying from United Kingdom to South Island in July is currently the most expensive (average of £2,200). 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 13 June 2025.

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

Rainfall in South Island by month

Plan your trip to South Island by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in South Island by month

Plan your trip to South Island by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 13 June 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with EVA Air, ANA and Emirates from United Kingdom to South Island by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,204 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,204 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,204 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
ANA
8.3
Very Good
882 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,204 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,204 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,304 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,204 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
483 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,204 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

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.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air New Zealand, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £581. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and Singapore Airlines, 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to South Island (average of £1,558). Flying from United Kingdom to South Island in July is currently the most expensive (average of £2,200). 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 13 June 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest£729Average£1,186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£907Average£1,292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest£938Average£1,390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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LufthansaCheapest£949Average£1,328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapest£969Average£1,463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£1,007Average£1,412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapest£1,017Average£1,138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapest£1,028Average£1,199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£1,053Average£1,376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£1,070Average£1,404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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