Which airlines fly to South Island?

Qantas Airways, Emirates and Etihad Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Island from South Africa according to our data. Qantas Airways is the first choice among our users, with 66% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Island. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to South Island on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from South Africa to South Island?

Flight times from South Africa to South Island vary, but if you’re flying out of Johannesburg and flying into Copenhagen (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 24h 30m on average. Another popular route from South Africa to South Island is flying from Durban to Copenhagen, which will take roughly 26h 55m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to South Island?

Emirates is the most popular carrier operating from South Africa to South Island

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to South Island?

Prices for flights from South Africa to South Island are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to South Island?

As of August 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to South Island.

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to South Island?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to South Island.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Island?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to South Island may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Island. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Island?

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to South Island. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R19 293. If you aren’t able to travel to South Island during the month of August, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R19 470.

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Island?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Island from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Island for around R20 695 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Island from South Africa for as low as R19 422 on momondo.

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The best one-way flight to South Island from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R16 714. The best return flight deal from South Africa to South Island found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R21 969.

The fastest flight from South Africa to South Island takes 24h 20m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to South Island?
Prices for flights from South Africa to South Island are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to South Island?
As of August 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to South Island.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to South Island?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to South Island.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Island?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to South Island may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Island. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from South Africa to South Island?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from South Africa to South Island is Boeing 737-800 (31,46% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A320-100/200 (12,59%), Embraer 190 (10,32%), and Embraer 195 E2 (4,60%).

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Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R13 326	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 455 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
South African	PriceFrom R15 106	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 63 reviews	Search South African flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom R17 388	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 084 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R20 056	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 657 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R20 463	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 507 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R21 042	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 585 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R21 094	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 737 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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