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HK$3,884+ Cheap flights to South Island

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12 May — 19 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to South Island in 2026

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Cheapest flights to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available to South Island. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 12 April 2026.

Mon 28-909:40
HKG
-
CHC
2 stops33h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24-1106:00
CHC
-
HKG
2 stops28h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9-4HK$6,499
Wed 20-514:40
HKG
-
CHC
2 stops29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 28-506:20
CHC
-
HKG
2 stops35h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10-4HK$6,789
Fri 18-1209:40
HKG
-
CHC
2 stops32h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8-106:00
CHC
-
HKG
2 stops28h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8-4HK$7,133
Sun 24-518:30
HKG
-
CHC
3 stops41h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 31-515:45
CHC
-
HKG
2 stops27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9-4HK$7,188
Sat 16-520:30
HKG
-
CHC
3 stops39h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 27-517:20
CHC
-
HKG
2 stops28h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8-4HK$7,290
Mon 25-513:30
HKG
-
CHC
2 stops22h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1-606:55
CHC
-
HKG
3 stops33h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10-4HK$7,360
Mon 28-920:05
HKG
-
CHC
1 stop24h 05m
Qantas Airways
Tue 24-1106:05
CHC
-
HKG
1 stop16h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 9-4HK$7,556
Wed 20-519:30
HKG
-
CHC
1 stop15h 55m
Qantas Airways
Thu 28-506:20
CHC
-
HKG
1 stop15h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 10-4HK$7,564
Tue 14-420:05
HKG
-
CHC
1 stop24h 05m
Qantas Airways
Mon 27-406:20
CHC
-
HKG
1 stop15h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 12-4HK$7,587
Sun 16-815:40
HKG
-
ZQN
2 stops18h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 29-817:40
ZQN
-
HKG
2 stops21h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 8-4HK$7,822
Mon 25-520:50
HKG
-
ZQN
3 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1-617:45
ZQN
-
HKG
3 stops26h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10-4HK$8,347
Tue 19-511:40
HKG
-
ZQN
2 stops28h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 28-517:45
ZQN
-
HKG
2 stops30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11-4HK$8,535

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Find the latest flights to South Island in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 70,647 searches and data was last updated on 12 April 2026.

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HK$6,499

One-way from

HK$3,884

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Average price

HK$8,441
28-9-24-11
  • 28-9-24-11
  • 4 total stops
  • 62h 00m total
  • Hong Kong to Christchurch
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  • 24-5
  • 3 total stops
  • 41h 55m total
  • Hong Kong to South Island
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Hong KongChristchurch

HKG - CHC

HKGCHC

Hong Kong Intl

Mon 28-9

20:05-01:10

1 stop24h 05m

Christchurch

Tue 24-11

06:05-17:35

1 stop16h 30m

HK$7,556

Hong KongChristchurch

HKG - CHC

HKGCHC

Hong Kong Intl

Wed 20-5

19:30-15:25

1 stop15h 55m

Christchurch

Thu 28-5

06:20-17:55

1 stop15h 35m

HK$7,564

Hong KongQueenstown

HKG - ZQN

HKGZQN

Hong Kong Intl

Sun 16-8

15:40-14:25

2 stops18h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 29-8

17:40-11:20

2 stops21h 40m

HK$7,822

Hong KongChristchurch

HKG - CHC

HKGCHC

Hong Kong Intl

Sun 7-6

19:30-15:25

1 stop15h 55m

Christchurch

Wed 10-6

06:00-17:55

1 stop15h 55m

HK$8,167

Hong KongChristchurch

HKG - CHC

HKGCHC

Hong Kong Intl

Fri 4-9

19:30-00:20

1 stop24h 50m

Christchurch

Tue 8-9

06:00-17:55

1 stop15h 55m

HK$8,182

Hong KongChristchurch

HKG - CHC

HKGCHC

Hong Kong Intl

Wed 1-7

20:30-16:25

3 stops39h 55m

Christchurch

Wed 8-7

17:20-17:55

2 stops28h 35m

HK$8,323

Hong KongChristchurch

HKG - CHC

HKGCHC

Hong Kong Intl

Mon 28-9

20:05-01:10

1 stop24h 05m

Christchurch

Tue 24-11

06:05-13:35

2 stops36h 30m

HK$8,331

Hong KongChristchurch

HKG - CHC

HKGCHC

Hong Kong Intl

Tue 16-6

19:30-15:25

1 stop15h 55m

Christchurch

Tue 23-6

06:20-17:55

1 stop15h 35m

HK$8,480

Hong KongChristchurch

HKG - CHC

HKGCHC

Hong Kong Intl

Tue 8-9

20:05-00:20

2 stops24h 15m

Christchurch

Tue 22-9

06:20-17:55

1 stop15h 35m

HK$8,527
Fastest return journey

Hong KongQueenstown

HKG - ZQN

HKGZQN

Hong Kong Intl

Sun 10-5

19:30-14:30

1 stop15h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 23-5

07:00-17:55

1 stop14h 55m

HK$8,613

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Everything you need to know about your flight to South Island

How long is the flight to South Island?

On average, a flight from Hong Kong to South Island takes 20 hours 3 minutes. Flights to South Island from other popular cities in Hong Kong will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to South Island?

The most popular airlines flying from Hong Kong to South Island are Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand and Cathay Pacific.

Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From HK$6,390
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From HK$6,225
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
From HK$3,560

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to South Island?

The cheapest airlines flying from Hong Kong to South Island are Cathay Pacific, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways.

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 mm 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 12 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways to New Zealand by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
626 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
626 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
626 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,275 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
626 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,018 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
626 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

FAQs about flying to South Island

  • Can I find cheaper flights to South Island if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to South Island on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to South Island?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Cathay Pacific is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to South Island.

  • How much is a return flight to South Island?

    A return flight to South Island will typically cost around HK$2,703, however they can be found for as little as HK$2,512.

  • Where does the fastest flight to South Island depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to South Island, Hong Kong Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (15 hours 0 minutes).

  • Does Christchurch have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Christchurch can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Christchurch?

    Yes. Christchurch has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Novotel Christchurch Airport is the closest property to Christchurch (0.0 km away from Christchurch).

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