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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to South Island from £515

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 31/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — CHC
2 Apr — 9 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Gatwick to South Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Gatwick to South Island flight deals. Data was last updated 28 March 2025.

Round-trip from

£730

One-way from

£515

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£1,171
20/5-31/5
  • 20/5-31/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 120h 25m total
  • London to South Island
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31/5
  • 31/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 05m total
  • London to South Island
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (£116 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£20 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Gatwick to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gatwick to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 March 2025.

Tue 20/511:35LGW - ZQN
2 stops65h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/510:50ZQN - LGW
2 stops54h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3£730
Tue 13/518:00LGW - CHC
2 stops40h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 26/512:00CHC - LGW
2 stops38h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3£1,045
Mon 15/910:05LGW - CHC
2 stops39h 50mEmirates
Mon 22/917:45CHC - LGW
2 stops29h 50mEmirates
Deal found 28/3£1,125
Mon 12/514:30LGW - ZQN
2 stops37h 00mEmirates
Mon 19/515:25ZQN - LGW
2 stops39h 20mEmirates
Deal found 28/3£1,225
Sun 21/910:15LGW - CHC
1 stop36h 15mSingapore Airlines
Sun 28/911:50CHC - LGW
1 stop54h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 28/3£1,315
Mon 10/1109:20LGW - CHC
2 stops38h 05mAir New Zealand
Mon 24/1112:00CHC - LGW
1 stop31h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 27/3£1,395
Fri 19/910:15LGW - ZQN
2 stops36h 35mAir New Zealand
Mon 6/1007:00ZQN - LGW
2 stops35h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 27/3£1,466
Tue 6/505:30LGW - CHC
3 stops55h 20mTurkish Airlines
Tue 27/506:35CHC - LGW
3 stops50h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/3£2,098
Wed 2/409:00LGW - ZQN
2 stops40h 30mQatar Airways
Sat 19/416:30ZQN - LGW
2 stops31h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 28/3£2,361

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Gatwick Airport to South Island that are best for you.

Fly from

Gatwick

Fly to

South Island

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Tue 20/5

11:35-16:10

2 stops65h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 31/5

10:50-06:40

2 stops54h 50m

£730

LondonChristchurch

LGW - CHC

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Tue 13/5

18:00-21:25

2 stops40h 25m

Christchurch

Mon 26/5

12:00-15:00

2 stops38h 00m

£1,045

LondonChristchurch

LGW - CHC

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Mon 15/9

10:05-12:55

2 stops39h 50m

Christchurch

Mon 22/9

17:45-12:35

2 stops29h 50m

£1,125

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Mon 12/5

14:30-14:30

2 stops37h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 19/5

15:25-19:45

2 stops39h 20m

£1,225

LondonChristchurch

LGW - CHC

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Sun 21/9

10:15-09:30

1 stop36h 15m

Christchurch

Sun 28/9

11:50-06:25

1 stop54h 35m

£1,315

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Fri 19/9

10:15-09:50

2 stops36h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 6/10

07:00-06:25

2 stops35h 25m

£1,466

LondonChristchurch

LGW - CHC

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Thu 26/6

10:15-09:30

1 stop36h 15m

Christchurch

Thu 17/7

10:50-06:25

1 stop30h 35m

£1,522

LondonChristchurch

LGW - CHC

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Tue 6/5

05:30-23:50

3 stops55h 20m

Christchurch

Tue 27/5

06:35-22:20

3 stops50h 45m

£2,098

LondonQueenstown

LGW - ZQN

LGWZQN

London Gatwick

Fri 11/4

09:00-13:30

2 stops41h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 25/4

16:30-13:25

2 stops31h 55m

£3,087

LondonChristchurch

LGW - CHC

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Sat 31/5

07:50-19:55

3 stops49h 05m

£515

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to South Island

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Gatwick Airport to South Island

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to South Island?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to South Island (average of £1,549). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to South Island in July is currently the most expensive (average of £2,243). 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 LGW to EDG?

Find hourly flight availability from Gatwick 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 28 March 2025.

When flying from London Gatwick Airport to South Island, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 28 March 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London to South Island, such as Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Air New Zealand. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,285 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,285 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,285 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,285 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,285 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,538 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,285 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,744 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,285 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Gatwick 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 London Gatwick Airport to South Island one-way?

    £841 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Emirates. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Singapore Airlines and Air New Zealand, with prices starting from £846 and £1,068, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from London Gatwick Airport to South Island?

    While some choose either London Gatwick - Queenstown Intl or London Gatwick - Dunedin, London Gatwick - Christchurch is the most popular route from London Gatwick Airport to South Island.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gatwick 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 London Gatwick Airport to South Island?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to South Island (average of £1,549). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to South Island in July is currently the most expensive (average of £2,243). 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 2 airlines flying from Gatwick to South Island

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapest£1,120Average£1,421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£1,176Average£1,473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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