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Emirates
Oct 25
CPT
37h 20m
2 stops
CHC
Nov 1
CHC
34h 40m
2 stops
CPT
R21 447
Multiple Airlines
Oct 25
CPT
42h 49m
2 stops
CHC
Nov 1
CHC
33h 05m
3 stops
CPT
R22 093
Multiple Airlines
Oct 25
CPT
56h 50m
3 stops
CHC
Nov 1
CHC
59h 35m
3 stops
CPT
R26 970
Qantas Airways
Oct 1
CPT
28h 25m
2 stops
CHC
Oct 7
CHC
41h 40m
2 stops
CPT
R27 972
Emirates
Oct 1
CPT
49h 40m
2 stops
CHC
Oct 7
CHC
60h 35m
3 stops
CPT
R32 784
Singapore Airlines
Oct 1
CPT
33h 45m
3 stops
CHC
Oct 7
CHC
47h 25m
3 stops
CPT
R33 656

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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 447Emirates
Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:10 - 23:59CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch
42h 49m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sydney Kingsford Smith
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:50 - 19:55CHC  Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 05m3 stops Auckland Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith Johannesburg OR Tambo
R22 093Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 1
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 23:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch
26h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
1:05 - 9:25CHC  Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl
67h 20m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
R25 242Singapore Airlines
Sun, Jan 10 - Sun, Jan 31
Emirates Logo
20:00 - 0:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch
41h 25m2 stops Dubai Intl Brisbane
Emirates Logo
16:35 - 16:45CHC  Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 10m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl
R26 712Emirates
Tue, Jan 12 - Wed, Feb 3
Emirates Logo
18:30 - 0:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch
42h 40m2 stops Dubai Intl Melbourne
Emirates Logo
16:35 - 16:45CHC  Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 10m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl
R26 712Emirates
Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Feb 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 - 8:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch
56h 50m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Adelaide Auckland Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:55 - 10:30CHC  Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl
59h 35m3 stops Auckland Intl Adelaide Doha Hamad Intl
R26 970Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 1
Qantas Airways Logo
9:55 - 1:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch
28h 25m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sydney Kingsford Smith
Qantas Airways Logo
6:00 - 12:40CHC  Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl
41h 40m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Johannesburg OR Tambo
R27 972Qantas Airways
Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 7
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 23:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch
26h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
20:10 - 9:25CHC  Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl
48h 15m3 stops Auckland Intl Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
R28 844Singapore Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Sun, Jan 31
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 23:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch
26h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
8:05 - 9:25CHC  Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 20m3 stops Auckland Intl Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
R28 844Singapore Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Wed, Feb 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:40 - 23:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch
26h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:00 - 9:25CHC  Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 25m3 stops Auckland Intl Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
R29 070Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 10 - Mon, Feb 1

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Cape TownChristchurch

CPT Cape Town Intl - CHC Christchurch

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/10

13:40-14:00

2 stops37h 20m

Christchurch

Sun 1/11

18:20-18:00

2 stops34h 40m

R21 447

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT Cape Town Intl - CHC Christchurch

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/10

18:10-23:59

2 stops42h 49m

Christchurch

Sun 1/11

21:50-19:55

3 stops33h 05m

R22 093

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT Cape Town Intl - CHC Christchurch

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/1

10:40-23:50

2 stops26h 10m

Christchurch

Sun 31/1

1:05-9:25

2 stops67h 20m

R25 242

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT Cape Town Intl - CHC Christchurch

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/1

20:00-0:25

2 stops41h 25m

Christchurch

Wed 3/2

16:35-16:45

2 stops35h 10m

R26 712

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT Cape Town Intl - CHC Christchurch

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/1

18:30-0:10

2 stops42h 40m

Christchurch

Tue 2/2

16:35-16:45

2 stops35h 10m

R26 712

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT Cape Town Intl - CHC Christchurch

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/10

12:35-8:25

3 stops56h 50m

Christchurch

Sun 1/11

9:55-10:30

3 stops59h 35m

R26 970

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT Cape Town Intl - CHC Christchurch

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/10

9:55-1:20

2 stops28h 25m

Christchurch

Wed 7/10

6:00-12:40

2 stops41h 40m

R27 972

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT Cape Town Intl - CHC Christchurch

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/1

10:40-23:50

2 stops26h 10m

Christchurch

Sun 31/1

20:10-9:25

3 stops48h 15m

R28 844

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT Cape Town Intl - CHC Christchurch

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/1

10:40-23:50

2 stops26h 10m

Christchurch

Wed 3/2

8:05-9:25

3 stops36h 20m

R28 844
Fastest return journey

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT Cape Town Intl - CHC Christchurch

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/1

10:40-23:50

2 stops26h 10m

Christchurch

Mon 1/2

12:00-9:25

3 stops32h 25m

R29 070

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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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Best Round-Trip Price

R21 447

Fastest flight time

37h 20m

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December
The best return flight price to South Island from South Africa in the last 5 days is R21 447 (Cape Town Intl to Christchurch).
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The fastest flight to South Island from South Africa takes 37h 20m (Cape Town Intl to Christchurch).
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December has the highest demand for flights to South Island, with a 7% 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.

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