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Emirates
Oct 30
CPT
37h 20m
2 stops
CHC
Nov 6
CHC
34h 40m
2 stops
CPT
R21 512
Emirates
Jan 13
CPT
31h 00m
2 stops
CHC
Apr 13
CHC
52h 10m
2 stops
CPT
R24 133
Multiple Airlines
Oct 30
CPT
37h 30m
3 stops
CHC
Nov 6
CHC
33h 25m
2 stops
CPT
R25 062
Emirates
Jan 13
CPT
37h 20m
2 stops
CHC
Apr 13
CHC
34h 45m
2 stops
CPT
R25 273
Multiple Airlines
Jan 13
CPT
32h 10m
2 stops
CHC
Apr 13
CHC
35h 45m
3 stops
CPT
R26 690
Multiple Airlines
Jan 13
CPT
37h 45m
3 stops
CHC
Apr 13
CHC
35h 45m
3 stops
CPT
R27 488
Qantas Airways
Oct 30
CPT
30h 05m
3 stops
CHC
Nov 6
CHC
33h 05m
3 stops
CPT
R27 830
Multiple Airlines
Jan 13
CPT
32h 10m
2 stops
CHC
Apr 13
CHC
35h 45m
3 stops
CPT
R27 960
Multiple Airlines
Nov 16
CPT
37h 00m
2 stops
CHC
Jan 2
CHC
45h 40m
2 stops
CPT
R29 849
Multiple Airlines
Nov 16
CPT
56h 05m
3 stops
CHC
Jan 2
CHC
39h 30m
2 stops
CPT
R31 380
Multiple Airlines
Jan 13
CPT
41h 10m
3 stops
CHC
Apr 13
CHC
40h 55m
3 stops
CPT
R35 744
Multiple Airlines
Nov 16
CPT
35h 50m
3 stops
CHC
Jan 2
CHC
35h 35m
3 stops
CPT
R42 372

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Emirates Logo
13:40 - 14:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch
37h 20m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
Emirates Logo
18:20 - 18:00CHC  Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 40m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl
R21 512Emirates
Fri, Oct 30 - Fri, Nov 6
Emirates Logo
20:00 - 14:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch
31h 00m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
Emirates Logo
17:20 - 11:30CHC  Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl
52h 10m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl
R24 133Emirates
Wed, Jan 13 - Tue, Apr 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:30 - 14:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch
37h 30m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:20 - 16:45CHC  Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 25m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl
R25 062Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Fri, Nov 6
Emirates Logo
13:40 - 14:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch
37h 20m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
Emirates Logo
17:20 - 18:05CHC  Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 45m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl
R25 273Emirates
Wed, Jan 13 - Tue, Apr 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:25 - 14:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch
32h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 - 10:15CHC  Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 45m3 stops Auckland Intl Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
R26 690Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Tue, Apr 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 - 13:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch
37h 45m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne Auckland Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 - 10:15CHC  Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 45m3 stops Auckland Intl Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
R27 488Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Tue, Apr 13
Qantas Airways Logo
15:20 - 8:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch
30h 05m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Perth Auckland Intl
Qantas Airways Logo
21:50 - 19:55CHC  Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 05m3 stops Auckland Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith Johannesburg OR Tambo
R27 830Qantas Airways
Fri, Oct 30 - Fri, Nov 6
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:25 - 14:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch
32h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 - 10:15CHC  Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 45m3 stops Auckland Intl Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
R27 960Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Tue, Apr 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:40 - 10:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch
37h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:05 - 16:45CHC  Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl
45h 40m2 stops Melbourne Dubai Intl
R29 849Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Sat, Jan 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 - 7:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch
56h 05m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Adelaide Auckland Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 - 10:30CHC  Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl
39h 30m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
R31 380Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Sat, Jan 2

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Cape TownChristchurch

CPT Cape Town Intl - CHC Christchurch

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Fri 30/10

13:40-14:00

2 stops37h 20m

Christchurch

Fri 6/11

18:20-18:00

2 stops34h 40m

R21 512

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT Cape Town Intl - CHC Christchurch

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/1

20:00-14:00

2 stops31h 00m

Christchurch

Tue 13/4

17:20-11:30

2 stops52h 10m

R24 133

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT Cape Town Intl - CHC Christchurch

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Fri 30/10

13:30-14:00

3 stops37h 30m

Christchurch

Fri 6/11

18:20-16:45

2 stops33h 25m

R25 062

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT Cape Town Intl - CHC Christchurch

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/1

13:40-14:00

2 stops37h 20m

Christchurch

Tue 13/4

17:20-18:05

2 stops34h 45m

R25 273

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT Cape Town Intl - CHC Christchurch

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/1

19:25-14:35

2 stops32h 10m

Christchurch

Tue 13/4

8:30-10:15

3 stops35h 45m

R26 690

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT Cape Town Intl - CHC Christchurch

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/1

12:35-13:20

3 stops37h 45m

Christchurch

Tue 13/4

8:30-10:15

3 stops35h 45m

R27 488
Fastest return journey

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT Cape Town Intl - CHC Christchurch

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Fri 30/10

15:20-8:25

3 stops30h 05m

Christchurch

Fri 6/11

21:50-19:55

3 stops33h 05m

R27 830

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT Cape Town Intl - CHC Christchurch

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/1

19:25-14:35

2 stops32h 10m

Christchurch

Tue 13/4

8:30-10:15

3 stops35h 45m

R27 960

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT Cape Town Intl - CHC Christchurch

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/11

10:40-10:40

2 stops37h 00m

Christchurch

Sat 2/1

6:05-16:45

2 stops45h 40m

R29 849

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT Cape Town Intl - CHC Christchurch

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/11

12:35-7:40

3 stops56h 05m

Christchurch

Sat 2/1

6:00-10:30

2 stops39h 30m

R31 380

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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 67% 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.

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Cheap South Island flight deals and tips

Summary info about South Island flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

R14 802

Best Round-Trip Price

R21 512

Fastest flight time

58h 30m

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December
The best one-way flight price to South Island from South Africa in the last 5 days is R14 802 (Cape Town Intl to Christchurch).
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The best return flight price to South Island from South Africa in the last 5 days is R21 512 (Cape Town Intl to Christchurch).
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The fastest flight to South Island from South Africa takes 58h 30m (Cape Town Intl to Christchurch).
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December has the highest demand for flights to South Island, with a 8% price increase on average.
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Frequently asked questions about flying to South Island

Which airlines fly to South Island?

You can find flights to South Island from 7 airlines. If you’re unsure which to fly with, consider booking your flight with Qantas Airways, Emirates or Etihad Airways as these are the most popular among our users. Qantas Airways is the most favoured with 67% of momondo travellers booking flights with this airline.

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

Prices for flights to South Island are updated daily.

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

As of September 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights to South Island.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to South Island.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Island can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South Island. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to South Island?

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Can I find flights to South Island with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to South Island with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights to South Island?

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