Flights to South Island

R21 993 Cheap flights to South Island

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight to South Island departing on 18/5. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Recent flights found to popular cities in South Island

Find flights to these popular cities in South Island from your nearest airport.
Qantas Airways
May 18
CPT
31h 20m
2 stops
CHC
May 22
CHC
56h 00m
2 stops
CPT
R21 993
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Emirates
May 22
CPT
49h 05m
2 stops
CHC
May 26
CHC
34h 55m
2 stops
CPT
R24 524
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Singapore Airlines
May 22
CPT
36h 50m
2 stops
CHC
May 26
CHC
46h 20m
3 stops
CPT
R24 842
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Emirates
May 22
CPT
34h 20m
2 stops
CHC
May 26
CHC
53h 45m
2 stops
CPT
R25 362
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Singapore Airlines
May 18
CPT
39h 45m
3 stops
CHC
May 22
CHC
36h 50m
3 stops
CPT
R25 949
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Singapore Airlines
May 22
CPT
38h 45m
3 stops
CHC
May 26
CHC
46h 20m
3 stops
CPT
R28 480
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Find the cheapest flights from South Africa to South Island

Recent return flight deals from South Africa to South Island

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Qantas Airways Logo
9:55 - 0:20
CPT
-
CHC
28h 25m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
16:35 - 14:35
CHC
-
CPT
56h 00m2 stops
R21 993Qantas Airways
Mon, May 18 - Fri, May 22
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 9:30
CPT
-
CHC
36h 50m2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
6:35 - 9:25
CHC
-
CPT
36h 50m3 stops
R24 842Singapore Airlines
Mon, May 18 - Fri, May 22
Emirates Logo
18:25 - 14:45
CPT
-
CHC
34h 20m2 stops
Emirates Logo
15:45 - 11:30
CHC
-
CPT
53h 45m2 stops
R25 362Emirates
Fri, May 22 - Tue, May 26
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 15:25
CPT
-
CHC
42h 45m3 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
6:35 - 9:25
CHC
-
CPT
36h 50m3 stops
R25 949Singapore Airlines
Mon, May 18 - Fri, May 22
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 11:25
CPT
-
CHC
38h 45m3 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
21:05 - 9:25
CHC
-
CPT
46h 20m3 stops
R28 480Singapore Airlines
Fri, May 22 - Tue, May 26

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Locate flights to South Island that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, momondo users made a total of 13 550 searches and data was last updated on 22 December 2025.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT - CHC

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/5

9:55-0:20

2 stops28h 25m

Christchurch

Fri 22/5

16:35-14:35

2 stops56h 00m

R21 993

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT - CHC

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/5

10:40-9:30

2 stops36h 50m

Christchurch

Fri 22/5

6:35-9:25

3 stops36h 50m

R24 842

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT - CHC

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/5

18:25-14:45

2 stops34h 20m

Christchurch

Tue 26/5

15:45-11:30

2 stops53h 45m

R25 362

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT - CHC

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/5

10:40-15:25

3 stops42h 45m

Christchurch

Fri 22/5

6:35-9:25

3 stops36h 50m

R25 949

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT - CHC

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/5

10:40-11:25

3 stops38h 45m

Christchurch

Tue 26/5

21:05-9:25

3 stops46h 20m

R28 480

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Island?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to South Island from South Africa is on a Sunday. momondo users have found tickets for Sunday departures for as low as R22 118. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from South Africa to South Island on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around R23 277. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

Cheapest flights to cities in South Island

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Christchurch
Christchurch

Cheap South Island flight deals and tips

Summary info about South Island flight prices, duration and airlines

Best Round-Trip Price

R21 993

Fastest flight time

28h 25m

Popular in

December
The best round-trip flight price to South Island from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R21 993 (Cape Town Intl to Christchurch).
The fastest flight to South Island from South Africa takes 28h 25m (Cape Town Intl to Christchurch).
December has the highest demand for flights to South Island, with a 16% price increase on average.

Frequently asked questions about flying to South Island

Which airlines fly to South Island?

What is the best day of the week to fly to South Island?

Sunday is the best day of the week to fly to South Island based on flight prices. Monday is another affordable option. If you are looking to save money on flights to South Island, then try to avoid flying out on a Saturday since this is when prices are at their highest.

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

Prices for flights to South Island are updated daily.

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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?

momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and agents so you can find and book the best deal on flights to South Island. Millions of users trust and use momondo every year so you are in good company.

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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