How long is the flight from Malaysia to South Island?

There are many flights that can get you from Malaysia to South Island in 25h 45m. Fly via China Southern or Qantas Airways to get the fastest option. The distance from Malaysia to South Island is about 8447 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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 4 September 2026.

Sun 15/1112:50 -

2 stops30h 45m

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Deal found 3/9RM 3,139

Mon 19/1007:20 -

2 stops35h 35m

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2 stops30h 30m

Deal found 4/9RM 3,171

Thu 22/1016:10 -

2 stops26h 25m

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2 stops34h 50m

Deal found 3/9RM 3,192

Sun 18/1017:50 -

2 stops24h 45m

Sat 31/1006:00 -

2 stops30h 30m

Deal found 1/9RM 3,256

Mon 19/1007:20 -

2 stops35h 35m

Sat 31/1006:00 -

2 stops30h 30m

Deal found 2/9RM 3,297

Wed 9/1212:50 -

2 stops31h 40m

Fri 8/106:00 -

2 stops34h 50m

Deal found 2/9RM 3,317

Mon 26/1014:15 -

1 stop23h 40m

Mon 9/1109:15 -

2 stops28h 30m

Deal found 1/9RM 3,337

Thu 5/1112:50 -

2 stops29h 55m

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2 stops34h 50m

Deal found 3/9RM 3,361

Fri 23/1018:10 -

1 stop18h 15m

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2 stops19h 25m

Deal found 3/9RM 3,450

Fri 25/1212:50 -

2 stops30h 45m

Sat 9/106:00 -

2 stops34h 50m

Deal found 1/9RM 3,487

Wed 21/1019:35 -

1 stop16h 10m

Wed 28/1007:00 -

2 stops19h 25m

Deal found 2/9RM 4,323

Sun 25/1019:50 -

1 stop13h 25m

Sat 31/1016:30 -

2 stops23h 20m

Deal found 30/8RM 4,565

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from Malaysia to South Island that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 4 September 2026.

Sun 18/1017:50 -

2 stops24h 45m

Sat 31/1006:00 -

2 stops30h 30m

Deal found 1/9RM 3,256

Sun 27/1218:20 -

1 stop33h 15m

Thu 7/122:30 -

1 stop18h 50m

Deal found 30/8RM 3,874

Mon 26/1014:20 -

2 stops25h 45m

Wed 28/1007:00 -

2 stops18h 45m

Deal found 2/9RM 5,551

Sun 25/1017:05 -

2 stops15h 05m

Sat 31/1007:00 -

2 stops17h 40m

Deal found 30/8RM 6,428

Thu 5/1109:10 -

2 stops33h 35m

Sat 14/1120:15 -

1 stop24h 05m

Deal found 30/8RM 3,640

Mon 9/1114:00 -

2 stops23h 55m

Thu 19/1120:15 -

2 stops24h 05m

Deal found 2/9RM 3,761

Thu 22/1019:35 -

1 stop13h 20m

Sat 31/1020:15 -

1 stop19h 35m

Deal found 4/9RM 3,866

Fri 23/1016:45 -

2 stops19h 40m

Wed 28/1006:15 -

3 stops20h 10m

Deal found 3/9RM 3,891

Wed 21/1019:35 -

1 stop16h 10m

Wed 28/1007:00 -

2 stops19h 25m

Deal found 2/9RM 4,323

Tue 27/1020:50 -

1 stop13h 45m

Thu 29/1007:00 -

2 stops29h 40m

Deal found 31/8RM 6,339

Wed 16/911:00 -

2 stops25h 40m

Sun 27/920:25 -

2 stops24h 20m

Deal found 30/8RM 7,518

Mon 19/1022:25 -

1 stop14h 00m

Sat 31/1020:15 -

1 stop19h 35m

Deal found 2/9RM 4,783

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2 stops31h 00m

Sun 24/106:05 -

2 stops34h 15m

Deal found 31/8RM 4,997

Fri 2/1019:55 -

1 stop13h 35m

Tue 6/1017:45 -

1 stop15h 25m

Deal found 3/9RM 7,329

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Round-trip from	RM 3,103
One-way from	RM 1,547
Popular in	February
Cheapest in	June
Average price	RM 5,422

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2 total stops
34h 50m total
Malaysia to South Island

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1 total stop
15h 00m total
Malaysia to South Island

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (RM 994 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (RM 424 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Kuala LumpurChristchurch

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - CHC Christchurch

KULCHC

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 3/3

22:55-18:55

1 stop15h 00m

Christchurch

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 1,547

Kuala LumpurChristchurch

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - CHC Christchurch

KULCHC

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 30/11

13:50-23:59

2 stops29h 09m

Christchurch

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 1,818

Kuala LumpurChristchurch

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - CHC Christchurch

KULCHC

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 17/9

19:55-15:50

2 stops39h 55m

Christchurch

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 2,089

Kuala LumpurChristchurch

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - CHC Christchurch

KULCHC

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 16/9

17:10-12:55

2 stops15h 45m

Christchurch

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 2,186

Kuala LumpurChristchurch

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - CHC Christchurch

KULCHC

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 27/12

18:20-08:35

1 stop33h 15m

Christchurch

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 2,299

Kuala LumpurQueenstown

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - ZQN Queenstown Intl

KULZQN

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 12/10

09:15-16:45

1 stop26h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 2,424

Fastest return journey

Kuala LumpurChristchurch

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - CHC Christchurch

KULCHC

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 18/9

19:55-12:55

1 stop13h 00m

Christchurch

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 2,509

Kuala LumpurQueenstown

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - ZQN Queenstown Intl

KULZQN

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 9/1

15:20-13:10

2 stops40h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 2,614

Kuala LumpurChristchurch

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - CHC Christchurch

KULCHC

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 18/10

17:50-23:35

2 stops24h 45m

Christchurch

Sat 31/10

06:00-07:30

2 stops30h 30m

RM 3,256

Kuala LumpurChristchurch

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - CHC Christchurch

KULCHC

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 5/11

09:10-23:45

2 stops33h 35m

Christchurch

Sat 14/11

20:15-15:20

1 stop24h 05m

RM 3,640

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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 4,529). Flying from Malaysia to South Island in February is currently the most expensive (average of RM 6,310). 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

1,593 reviews

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Reviews

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

1,593 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,593 reviews

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Reviews

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

668 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,593 reviews

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Reviews

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

1,089 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,593 reviews

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Reviews

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

1,593 reviews

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Reviews

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 25h 45m. Fly via China Southern or Qantas Airways to get the fastest option. The distance from Malaysia to South Island is about 8447 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
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 4,529). Flying from Malaysia to South Island in February is currently the most expensive (average of RM 6,310). 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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Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Singapore Airlines	CheapestRM 2,126	AverageRM 5,806	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 3,697	AverageRM 4,939	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	CheapestRM 4,512	AverageRM 5,314	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights

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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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How long is the flight from Malaysia to South Island?

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

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

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

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