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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to South Island from £547

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 23/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — CHC
8 Apr — 15 Apr1
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 3 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£1,021

One-way from

£547

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£1,257
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 1/6-14/7
  • 4 total stops
  • 89h 45m total
  • United Kingdom to South Island
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15/5
  • 15/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 15m total
  • United Kingdom to South Island
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (£114 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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Average for round-trip flights in April 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 3 April 2025.

Fri 31/1021:30LHR - CHC
2 stops54h 50mChina Southern
Sat 22/1122:30CHC - LHR
1 stop32h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 2/4£1,015
Mon 26/518:05LGW - CHC
2 stops41h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/616:00CHC - LGW
2 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4£1,022
Tue 21/1014:45LHR - CHC
2 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/1122:30CHC - LHR
1 stop32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4£1,035
Tue 21/1009:30LHR - CHC
2 stops41h 00mEtihad Airways
Wed 5/1106:15CHC - LHR
3 stops42h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 2/4£1,037
Sat 1/1109:40GLA - CHC
2 stops42h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/1122:30CHC - GLA
2 stops46h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4£1,115
Thu 8/508:10BHX - CHC
2 stops28h 49mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/506:20CHC - BHX
2 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4£1,122
Mon 8/921:45LGW - CHC
2 stops28h 10mEmirates
Mon 22/916:40CHC - LGW
2 stops30h 55mEmirates
Deal found 2/4£1,146
Tue 11/1114:05STN - CHC
2 stops34h 55mEmirates
Wed 26/1118:20CHC - STN
2 stops30h 45mEmirates
Deal found 2/4£1,151
Mon 5/514:45LHR - ZQN
2 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/614:25ZQN - LHR
2 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4£1,161
Wed 25/620:50LHR - CHC
2 stops29h 05mQantas Airways
Sun 13/706:00CHC - LHR
2 stops35h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/4£1,167
Wed 7/514:35GLA - CHC
2 stops37h 10mEmirates
Wed 11/606:20CHC - GLA
2 stops41h 25mEmirates
Deal found 2/4£1,171
Thu 1/519:50LHR - CHC
2 stops31h 55mEmirates
Thu 8/506:10CHC - LHR
2 stops47h 30mEmirates
Deal found 1/4£1,185

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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

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Depart

Return

Price

LondonChristchurch

LGW - CHC

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Mon 26/5

18:05-22:10

2 stops41h 05m

Christchurch

Wed 11/6

16:00-15:00

2 stops34h 00m

£1,022

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Wed 14/5

21:45-23:05

2 stops38h 20m

Christchurch

Wed 28/5

08:20-07:00

2 stops57h 40m

£1,044

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Wed 14/5

21:45-23:05

2 stops38h 20m

Christchurch

Wed 28/5

06:10-07:00

2 stops59h 50m

£1,048

BirminghamChristchurch

BHX - CHC

BHXCHC

Birmingham

Thu 8/5

08:10-23:59

2 stops28h 49m

Christchurch

Wed 14/5

06:20-06:40

2 stops35h 20m

£1,122

LondonChristchurch

LGW - CHC

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Mon 8/9

21:45-12:55

2 stops28h 10m

Christchurch

Mon 22/9

16:40-12:35

2 stops30h 55m

£1,146

LondonQueenstown

LHR - ZQN

LHRZQN

London Heathrow

Mon 5/5

14:45-13:30

2 stops35h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 2/6

14:25-15:15

2 stops35h 50m

£1,161

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Wed 25/6

20:50-12:55

2 stops29h 05m

Christchurch

Sun 13/7

06:00-06:35

2 stops35h 35m

£1,167

GlasgowChristchurch

GLA - CHC

GLACHC

Glasgow Intl

Wed 7/5

14:35-14:45

2 stops37h 10m

Christchurch

Wed 11/6

06:20-12:45

2 stops41h 25m

£1,171

LondonChristchurch

STN - CHC

STNCHC

London Stansted

Fri 9/5

14:55-12:30

2 stops34h 35m

Christchurch

Mon 19/5

15:45-12:55

2 stops32h 10m

£1,178

LondonChristchurch

LHR - CHC

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Thu 1/5

19:50-14:45

2 stops31h 55m

Christchurch

Thu 8/5

06:10-18:40

2 stops47h 30m

£1,185

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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 £1,551). Flying from United Kingdom to South Island in July is currently the most expensive (average of £2,240). 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 3 April 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 3 April 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with EVA Air, Singapore Airlines and Fiji Airways 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
1,170 reviews
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Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,170 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,170 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,170 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
180 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,170 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,193 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,170 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
458 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,170 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

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 Etihad Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £561. However, be on the lookout for offers from Singapore Airlines and Air New Zealand, 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?

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    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 £1,551). Flying from United Kingdom to South Island in July is currently the most expensive (average of £2,240). 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 3 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest£767Average£1,236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£957Average£1,361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£968Average£1,297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air New ZealandCheapest£1,002Average£1,455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest£1,017Average£1,535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£1,039Average£1,445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapest£1,060Average£1,256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapest£1,067Average£1,468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£1,120Average£1,437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£1,131Average£1,434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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