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RM 1,656+ Cheap flights to South Island

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— CHC
5 Aug — 12 Aug1
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 6 July 2026.

Wed 28/1000:05
KUL
-
CHC
1 stop13h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/1109:15
CHC
-
KUL
2 stops17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7RM 3,035
Sun 16/808:30
KUL
-
CHC
2 stops27h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 26/808:20
CHC
-
KUL
2 stops17h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7RM 3,076
Thu 22/1012:50
KUL
-
CHC
2 stops29h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/1106:00
CHC
-
KUL
2 stops34h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/7RM 3,161
Mon 24/808:30
KUL
-
CHC
2 stops27h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/916:35
CHC
-
KUL
3 stops31h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7RM 3,198
Fri 30/1012:50
KUL
-
CHC
2 stops30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/1106:10
CHC
-
KUL
2 stops34h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7RM 3,206
Sat 28/1112:50
KUL
-
CHC
2 stops30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/1208:05
CHC
-
KUL
2 stops19h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7RM 3,239
Wed 11/1112:50
KUL
-
CHC
2 stops30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/1106:10
CHC
-
KUL
2 stops34h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7RM 3,243
Sun 23/809:10
KUL
-
CHC
2 stops27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 31/808:20
CHC
-
KUL
2 stops18h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7RM 3,283
Tue 24/1112:50
KUL
-
ZQN
2 stops27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 30/1107:00
ZQN
-
KUL
2 stops21h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7RM 3,723
Sun 23/819:55
KUL
-
ZQN
1 stop16h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 31/817:40
ZQN
-
KUL
2 stops32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7RM 3,763
Mon 3/814:15
KUL
-
ZQN
2 stops22h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 19/820:50
ZQN
-
KUL
1 stop22h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/7RM 4,093
Wed 22/714:15
KUL
-
ZQN
2 stops25h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/712:10
ZQN
-
KUL
2 stops26h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7RM 4,744

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Return from

RM 3,035

One-way from

RM 1,656

Popular in

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July

Average price

RM 3,751
28/10-9/11
  • 28/10-9/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 31h 00m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Christchurch
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16/8
  • 16/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 55m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to South Island
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Price

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Kuala LumpurQueenstown

KUL - ZQN

KULZQN

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 24/11

12:50-21:05

2 stops27h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 30/11

07:00-23:00

2 stops21h 00m

RM 3,723

Kuala LumpurQueenstown

KUL - ZQN

KULZQN

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 23/8

19:55-16:45

1 stop16h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 31/8

17:40-22:25

2 stops32h 45m

RM 3,763

Kuala LumpurQueenstown

KUL - ZQN

KULZQN

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 3/8

14:15-16:45

2 stops22h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 19/8

15:40-09:00

2 stops21h 20m

RM 4,626

Kuala LumpurQueenstown

KUL - ZQN

KULZQN

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 22/7

19:55-13:30

1 stop13h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 29/7

07:00-21:45

2 stops18h 45m

RM 4,854

Kuala LumpurChristchurch

KUL - CHC

KULCHC

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 26/8

17:40-00:10

2 stops26h 30m

Christchurch

Mon 31/8

15:45-16:40

2 stops28h 55m

RM 5,391

Kuala LumpurChristchurch

KUL - CHC

KULCHC

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 26/8

22:25-00:10

1 stop21h 45m

Christchurch

Mon 31/8

06:00-07:40

2 stops29h 40m

RM 5,456

Kuala LumpurChristchurch

KUL - CHC

KULCHC

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 13/11

15:25-15:25

2 stops19h 00m

Christchurch

Fri 20/11

06:20-14:10

1 stop12h 50m

RM 5,509

Kuala LumpurChristchurch

KUL - CHC

KULCHC

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 29/8

16:10-14:25

2 stops18h 15m

Christchurch

Sat 5/9

06:20-22:20

2 stops20h 00m

RM 5,684

Kuala LumpurChristchurch

KUL - CHC

KULCHC

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 22/8

20:30-14:45

1 stop14h 15m

Christchurch

Mon 31/8

15:45-14:30

1 stop26h 45m

RM 5,867

Kuala LumpurChristchurch

KUL - CHC

KULCHC

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 27/12

15:25-14:30

2 stops18h 05m

Christchurch

Thu 7/1

06:05-22:30

2 stops21h 25m

RM 6,046

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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 Kuala Lumpur to South Island takes 15 hours 40 minutes. Flights to South Island from other popular cities in Malaysia 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 Kuala Lumpur to South Island are Singapore Airlines, Air New Zealand and China Southern.

Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From RM 2,141
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From RM 3,728
China Southern
China Southern
From RM 3,247
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From RM 3,679

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to South Island?

The cheapest airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur to South Island are Singapore Airlines, China Southern 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).

When is the best time to book a flight to South Island?

The best time to book flights to South Island is 58 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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 6 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways to New Zealand have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,563 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Eric,Feb 2024

PEN - SIN

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,563 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,563 reviews
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Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Eric,Feb 2024

PEN - SIN

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
649 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,563 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Eric,Feb 2024

PEN - SIN

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,057 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,563 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Eric,Feb 2024

PEN - SIN

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.
China Southern
7.5
Good
157 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,563 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Eric,Feb 2024

PEN - SIN

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

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, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to South Island.

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

    For those looking to save time traveling to South Island, Kuala Lumpur offers the quickest one-way flight (15 hours 5 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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