How long is the flight from Malaysia to South Island?

There are many flights that can get you from Malaysia to South Island in 24h 40m. Fly via Qantas Airways to get the fastest option. The distance from Malaysia to South Island is about 8447 km.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Island ranges from 40.0 - 60.0 inches 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.

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).

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MY to EDG?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Malaysia to South Island as you normally would.

Can I find deals for flights from Malaysia to South Island that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Malaysia to South Island flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Malaysia to South Island?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Malaysia to South Island.

Can I find deals for business class flights from Malaysia to South Island?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Malaysia to South Island by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Malaysia to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 August 2026.

Mon 19/1009:00 -

2 stops33h 55m

Sat 31/1006:00 -

2 stops30h 30m

Deal found 21/8RM 3,160

Thu 26/1107:25 -

2 stops36h 10m

Fri 4/1206:00 -

2 stops34h 50m

Deal found 25/8RM 3,261

Fri 30/1013:30 -

2 stops30h 05m

Tue 10/1106:00 -

2 stops34h 50m

Deal found 24/8RM 3,362

Thu 5/1112:50 -

2 stops29h 55m

Sat 14/1106:00 -

2 stops34h 50m

Deal found 25/8RM 3,378

Fri 30/1019:50 -

1 stop16h 50m

Mon 9/1109:15 -

2 stops17h 10m

Deal found 24/8RM 3,475

Wed 4/1118:00 -

1 stop19h 55m

Wed 18/1109:10 -

2 stops16h 45m

Deal found 22/8RM 3,503

Thu 5/1112:50 -

2 stops29h 55m

Wed 18/1106:10 -

2 stops21h 50m

Deal found 23/8RM 3,523

Thu 17/919:55 -

2 stops33h 10m

Tue 22/917:45 -

1 stop15h 25m

Deal found 21/8RM 4,570

Thu 8/1012:50 -

3 stops26h 10m

Thu 15/1012:10 -

1 stop21h 15m

Deal found 23/8RM 4,586

Thu 1/1022:00 -

2 stops34h 35m

Wed 7/1013:00 -

2 stops20h 00m

Deal found 24/8RM 5,515

Tue 27/1015:25 -

2 stops24h 40m

Thu 29/1007:00 -

2 stops18h 45m

Deal found 25/8RM 5,556

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Round-trip from	RM 3,160
One-way from	RM 1,285
Popular in	February
Cheapest in	June
Average price	RM 5,370

19/10-31/10
4 total stops
64h 25m total
Malaysia to South Island

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17/11
2 total stops
25h 10m total
Malaysia to South Island

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (RM 444 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (RM 243 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Kuala LumpurChristchurch

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - CHC Christchurch

KULCHC

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 20/11

15:10-23:59

2 stops27h 49m

Christchurch

Sat 28/11

15:45-14:10

2 stops27h 25m

RM 4,513

Kuala LumpurQueenstown

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - ZQN Queenstown Intl

KULZQN

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 17/9

19:55-09:05

2 stops33h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 22/9

17:45-05:10

1 stop15h 25m

RM 4,570

Kuala LumpurChristchurch

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - CHC Christchurch

KULCHC

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 20/10

17:40-00:10

2 stops25h 30m

Christchurch

Mon 26/10

06:20-01:35

2 stops24h 15m

RM 4,905

Kuala LumpurChristchurch

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - CHC Christchurch

KULCHC

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 11/9

08:10-14:45

2 stops26h 35m

Christchurch

Wed 23/9

06:00-01:30

2 stops23h 30m

RM 5,067

Kuala LumpurChristchurch

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - CHC Christchurch

KULCHC

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 10/10

22:00-00:20

1 stop21h 20m

Christchurch

Sat 17/10

18:20-16:55

1 stop27h 35m

RM 5,317

Kuala LumpurChristchurch

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - CHC Christchurch

KULCHC

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 27/10

22:35-00:10

1 stop20h 35m

Christchurch

Thu 29/10

06:05-20:25

1 stop19h 20m

RM 5,414

Kuala LumpurQueenstown

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - ZQN Queenstown Intl

KULZQN

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 27/10

15:25-21:05

2 stops24h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 29/10

07:00-20:45

2 stops18h 45m

RM 5,556

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Kuala LumpurChristchurch

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - CHC Christchurch

KULCHC

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 8/2

14:40-10:40

1 stop15h 00m

Christchurch

Sat 20/2

08:05-19:40

2 stops16h 35m

RM 6,081

Kuala LumpurQueenstown

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - ZQN Queenstown Intl

KULZQN

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 1/10

10:40-14:25

1 stop22h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 7/10

10:50-04:00

2 stops22h 10m

RM 6,436

Cheapest one-way

Kuala LumpurChristchurch

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - CHC Christchurch

KULCHC

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 2/12

13:35-17:40

2 stops23h 05m

RM 1,673

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Malaysia to South Island?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malaysia to South Island (average of RM 4,598). Flying from Malaysia to South Island in April is currently the most expensive (average of RM 5,919). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Malaysia to South Island?

The best time to book flights from Malaysia to South Island is 49 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

See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Malaysia to South Island 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

1,585 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,585 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,585 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

664 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,585 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

1,085 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,585 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

China Southern

7.3

Good

172 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,585 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Malaysia to South Island?
There are many flights that can get you from Malaysia to South Island in 24h 40m. Fly via Qantas Airways to get the fastest option. The distance from Malaysia to South Island is about 8447 km.
Can I find deals for flights from Malaysia to South Island that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Malaysia to South Island flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Malaysia to South Island?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Malaysia to South Island.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Malaysia to South Island?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Malaysia to South Island by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Malaysia to South Island?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malaysia to South Island (average of RM 4,598). Flying from Malaysia to South Island in April is currently the most expensive (average of RM 5,919). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Malaysia to South Island

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Singapore Airlines	CheapestRM 2,126	AverageRM 5,802	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
China Southern	CheapestRM 3,224	AverageRM 5,220	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search China Southern flights
Air New Zealand	CheapestRM 3,698	AverageRM 4,997	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	CheapestRM 4,512	AverageRM 5,315	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Malaysia to South Island?

How far ahead should I book a flight from Malaysia to South Island?

The best time to book flights from Malaysia to South Island is 49 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

See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Malaysia to South Island have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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