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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to South Island from £501

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 31/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — CHC
16 Jun — 23 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 17 May 2026.

Wed 3/621:20
LHR
-
CHC
2 stops48h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/609:40
CHC
-
LHR
2 stops44h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5£839
Mon 1/611:35
LGW
-
ZQN
2 stops61h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/613:00
ZQN
-
LGW
2 stops37h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5£843
Wed 10/611:35
LGW
-
CHC
2 stops47h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 24/613:50
CHC
-
LGW
2 stops36h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5£858
Mon 8/611:35
LGW
-
CHC
2 stops47h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/613:50
CHC
-
LGW
2 stops36h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5£858
Mon 1/618:00
LGW
-
CHC
2 stops35h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 15/613:50
CHC
-
LGW
2 stops36h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5£866
Sun 14/621:20
LHR
-
CHC
2 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 24/613:50
CHC
-
LHR
2 stops39h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5£887
Mon 8/611:35
LGW
-
CHC
2 stops47h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 14/613:50
CHC
-
LGW
2 stops36h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5£888
Sat 13/618:00
LGW
-
CHC
2 stops41h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 24/613:10
CHC
-
LGW
2 stops36h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5£906
Tue 9/611:35
LGW
-
CHC
2 stops41h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/609:40
CHC
-
LGW
2 stops40h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5£916
Sat 30/518:00
LGW
-
CHC
2 stops35h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/612:55
CHC
-
LGW
2 stops37h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5£921
Mon 8/621:20
LHR
-
CHC
2 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 14/609:40
CHC
-
LHR
2 stops44h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5£924
Tue 2/618:00
LGW
-
ZQN
2 stops55h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/613:00
ZQN
-
LGW
2 stops37h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5£926

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 17 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£839

One-way from

£501

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

£1,234
3/6-17/6
  • 3/6-17/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 92h 20m total
  • United Kingdom to South Island
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31/8
  • 31/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 10m total
  • United Kingdom to South Island
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£12 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 17 May 2026.
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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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Mon 1/6

11:35-12:20

2 stops61h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 5/6

13:00-15:00

2 stops37h 00m

£843

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Thu 28/5

18:00-16:45

2 stops35h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 8/6

13:00-15:00

2 stops37h 00m

£1,041

EdinburghChristchurch

EDI - CHC

EDICHC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 29/5

22:00-16:25

2 stops31h 25m

Christchurch

Mon 1/6

15:45-20:05

2 stops39h 20m

£1,174

GlasgowChristchurch

GLA - CHC

GLACHC

Glasgow Intl

Tue 15/9

14:40-12:55

2 stops35h 15m

Christchurch

Thu 22/10

18:20-12:40

2 stops30h 20m

£1,195

LondonChristchurch

STN - CHC

STNCHC

London Stansted

Fri 4/9

06:55-23:35

3 stops53h 40m

Christchurch

Wed 14/10

06:10-22:10

3 stops52h 00m

£1,195

LondonChristchurch

STN - CHC

STNCHC

London Stansted

Thu 3/9

17:35-23:35

3 stops67h 00m

Christchurch

Wed 14/10

06:10-16:40

3 stops46h 30m

£1,195

LondonQueenstown

LHR - ZQN

LHRZQN

London Heathrow

Thu 28/5

21:20-16:45

2 stops32h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 8/6

10:50-18:40

2 stops42h 50m

£1,201

LondonChristchurch

STN - CHC

STNCHC

London Stansted

Thu 3/9

17:35-23:35

3 stops67h 00m

Christchurch

Sat 10/10

06:05-16:40

3 stops46h 35m

£1,211

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Tue 1/9

09:30-23:35

2 stops27h 05m

Christchurch

Thu 8/10

15:25-15:05

2 stops35h 40m

£1,228

EdinburghChristchurch

EDI - CHC

EDICHC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/11

20:55-17:20

2 stops31h 25m

Christchurch

Sun 15/11

09:15-19:05

2 stops46h 50m

£1,237

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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 £371). Flying from United Kingdom to South Island in March is currently the most expensive (average of £1,843). 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 17 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
1,517 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,517 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,517 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,517 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
645 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,517 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,037 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,517 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
China Southern
7.5
Good
151 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,517 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

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 31h 25m. Qantas Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £1,174. Airlines will cover a distance of 11549 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 £474. 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 £371). Flying from United Kingdom to South Island in March is currently the most expensive (average of £1,843). 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 17 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest£437Average£1,309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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China SouthernCheapest£826Average£1,126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£996Average£1,139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest£1,010Average£1,552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£1,063Average£1,347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapest£1,067Average£1,449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£1,078Average£1,626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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United AirlinesCheapest£1,099Average£1,319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£1,133Average£1,502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£1,149Average£1,394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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