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MAN — CHC
27 Sep — 4 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from York to South Island

Fri 4/1208:15 -
2 stops27h 20m
Thu 28/108:05 -
2 stops46h 50m
Deal found 23/8£959
Tue 1/1213:50 -
2 stops45h 45m
Fri 5/206:10 -
2 stops43h 05m
Deal found 23/8£1,001
Mon 2/1119:55 -
2 stops39h 00m
Sun 22/1106:10 -
2 stops48h 45m
Deal found 25/8£1,008
Mon 7/1214:55 -
2 stops37h 25m
Fri 22/122:30 -
2 stops46h 25m
Deal found 23/8£1,043
Fri 13/1108:15 -
2 stops27h 20m
Tue 17/1106:10 -
2 stops61h 05m
Deal found 27/8£1,044
Mon 23/1119:55 -
2 stops31h 05m
Wed 2/1208:05 -
2 stops35h 10m
Deal found 23/8£1,045
Fri 4/1208:15 -
2 stops27h 20m
Mon 18/108:05 -
2 stops59h 10m
Deal found 23/8£1,048
Mon 7/1214:55 -
2 stops37h 25m
Tue 2/222:30 -
2 stops46h 25m
Deal found 23/8£1,063
Fri 4/1208:15 -
2 stops27h 20m
Fri 29/108:05 -
2 stops41h 10m
Deal found 23/8£1,095
Sat 5/1213:50 -
2 stops46h 00m
Thu 31/1206:00 -
2 stops48h 55m
Deal found 25/8£1,116
Sun 15/1120:40 -
2 stops35h 25m
Thu 19/1112:40 -
2 stops42h 55m
Deal found 26/8£1,355
Fri 4/1210:25 -
2 stops59h 50m
Mon 14/1209:30 -
2 stops35h 25m
Deal found 26/8£1,702

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Round-trip from

£959

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£483

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£1,527
Etihad Airways
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  • 4/12-28/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 74h 10m total
  • York to South Island
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30/11
  • 30/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 50m total
  • York to South Island
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ManchesterChristchurch

MAN Manchester - CHC Christchurch

MANCHC

Manchester

Fri 13/11

08:15-00:35

2 stops27h 20m

Christchurch

Tue 17/11

06:10-06:15

2 stops61h 05m

£1,044

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN Manchester - CHC Christchurch

MANCHC

Manchester

Mon 23/11

11:55-17:40

3 stops40h 45m

Christchurch

Wed 2/12

06:00-08:55

3 stops39h 55m

£1,234

ManchesterQueenstown

MAN Manchester - ZQN Queenstown Intl

MANZQN

Manchester

Mon 22/2

19:55-14:05

2 stops29h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 8/3

15:45-12:15

2 stops33h 30m

£1,246
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ManchesterQueenstown

MAN Manchester - ZQN Queenstown Intl

MANZQN

Manchester

Mon 1/2

21:30-13:10

2 stops26h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 1/3

14:00-12:20

2 stops35h 20m

£1,350

ManchesterQueenstown

MAN Manchester - ZQN Queenstown Intl

MANZQN

Manchester

Sun 15/11

20:40-21:05

2 stops35h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 19/11

12:40-18:35

2 stops42h 55m

£1,355

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN Manchester - CHC Christchurch

MANCHC

Manchester

Sat 31/10

13:50-00:35

2 stops45h 45m

Christchurch

Thu 3/12

08:05-06:15

2 stops59h 10m

£1,398

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN Manchester - CHC Christchurch

MANCHC

Manchester

Thu 12/11

09:45-17:40

3 stops42h 55m

Christchurch

Thu 3/12

06:00-09:15

3 stops40h 15m

£1,448

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN Manchester - CHC Christchurch

MANCHC

Manchester

Fri 25/12

15:15-12:50

2 stops32h 35m

Christchurch

Mon 18/1

14:20-11:45

2 stops34h 25m

£1,475

ManchesterQueenstown

MAN Manchester - ZQN Queenstown Intl

MANZQN

Manchester

Sun 3/1

19:55-14:35

2 stops29h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 30/4

09:05-13:00

2 stops38h 55m

£1,567

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN Manchester - CHC Christchurch

MANCHC

Manchester

Sat 5/12

10:25-12:50

1 stop37h 25m

Christchurch

Thu 31/12

14:20-13:15

2 stops35h 55m

£1,572

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Reviews of airlines servicing South Island

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQantas Airways from York to South Island to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,588 reviews
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Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,588 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,588 reviews
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Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,588 reviews
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Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,085 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,588 reviews
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Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,728 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,588 reviews
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Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,522 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,588 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.

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    There are many flights that can get you from York to South Island in 26h 40m. Fly via Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, or Emirates to get the fastest option. The distance from York to South Island is about 11725 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£958Average£1,194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£1,094Average£1,441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£1,119Average£1,620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapest£1,122Average£1,368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£1,179Average£1,305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£1,221Average£1,261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air New ZealandCheapest£1,344Average£1,370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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