Which airlines fly to South Island?

Singapore Airlines, Emirates and China Southern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Island from London Heathrow Airport according to our data. Singapore Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Island. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to South Island on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London Heathrow to South Island?

Air New Zealand is the most popular carrier operating from London Heathrow to South Island

How many operators does momondo search for flights from London Heathrow Airport to South Island?

As of September 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from London Heathrow Airport to South Island.

How old do you have to be to fly from London Heathrow Airport to South Island?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London Heathrow Airport to South Island.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Island?

The necessary travel and health documents for your South Island trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

£457 Cheap Flights from London Heathrow Airport to South Island in 2026

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22:00 - 17:20LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

30h 20m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

22:30 - 18:35CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

33h 05m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

£751China Southern

Thu, 25 Feb - Sat, 13 Mar

21:30 - 17:20LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

30h 50m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Guangzhou Baiyun

22:30 - 18:35CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

33h 05m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Beijing Daxing Intl

£762China Southern

Thu, 25 Feb - Sat, 13 Mar

08:50 - 00:50LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

51h 00m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

06:10 - 18:10CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

49h 00m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

£836Etihad Airways

Sat, 5 Dec - Sat, 23 Jan

19:20 - 00:35LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

40h 15m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Melbourne

06:10 - 12:05CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

42h 55m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

£860Etihad Airways

Tue, 8 Dec - Wed, 17 Feb

13:55 - 00:35LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

45h 40m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Melbourne

06:10 - 12:05CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

42h 55m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

£894Multiple Airlines

Sat, 31 Oct - Sat, 14 Nov

19:20 - 15:25LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

31h 05m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

06:10 - 14:30CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

45h 20m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

£914Multiple Airlines

Sat, 5 Dec - Sat, 30 Jan

20:10 - 12:50LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

27h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

14:20 - 07:00CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

29h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

£1,184Cathay Pacific

Fri, 22 Jan - Sun, 7 Feb

20:10 - 12:50LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

27h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

14:20 - 07:00CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

29h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

£1,191Cathay Pacific

Fri, 22 Jan - Sat, 6 Feb

20:10 - 21:05LHR London Heathrow-ZQN Queenstown Intl

35h 55m2 stops Singapore Changi Sydney Kingsford Smith

15:30 - 06:15ZQN Queenstown Intl-LHR London Heathrow

51h 45m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi

£1,196Qantas Airways

Tue, 16 Feb - Tue, 2 Mar

20:10 - 21:05LHR London Heathrow-ZQN Queenstown Intl

35h 55m2 stops Singapore Changi Sydney Kingsford Smith

16:55 - 06:15ZQN Queenstown Intl-LHR London Heathrow

50h 20m3 stops Auckland Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi

£1,206Qantas Airways

Tue, 16 Feb - Tue, 2 Mar

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14:45 - 23:05LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

45h 20m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

06:00 - 18:10CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

49h 10m2 stops Melbourne Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

£896Etihad Airways

Mon, 14 Sep - Mon, 26 Oct

22:00 - 22:20LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

37h 20m3 stops Changsha Huanghua Intl Haikou Meilan Intl Auckland Intl

06:05 - 19:05CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

50h 00m3 stops Brisbane Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

£1,074Multiple Airlines

Mon, 14 Sep - Mon, 26 Oct

21:40 - 23:05LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

38h 25m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

06:30 - 15:05CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

43h 35m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

£1,175Etihad Airways

Mon, 14 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

22:00 - 22:20LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

37h 20m3 stops Changsha Huanghua Intl Haikou Meilan Intl Auckland Intl

06:05 - 11:50CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

42h 45m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

£1,175Multiple Airlines

Mon, 14 Sep - Mon, 26 Oct

20:50 - 00:20LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

40h 30m2 stops Singapore Changi Sydney Kingsford Smith

06:05 - 06:15CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

37h 10m2 stops Melbourne Singapore Changi

£1,255Qantas Airways

Tue, 15 Sep - Sat, 31 Oct

20:50 - 00:20LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

40h 30m2 stops Singapore Changi Sydney Kingsford Smith

19:55 - 06:15CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

47h 20m3 stops Auckland Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi

£1,309Qantas Airways

Tue, 15 Sep - Sat, 31 Oct

19:40 - 12:55LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

30h 15m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

17:20 - 20:15CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

37h 55m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl

£1,382Emirates

Sat, 12 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep

16:50 - 12:55LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

33h 05m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

17:20 - 16:10CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

33h 50m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl

£1,390Emirates

Sun, 13 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep

15:05 - 12:20LHR London Heathrow-NSN Nelson

34h 15m2 stops Vancouver Intl Auckland Intl

08:35 - 11:10NSN Nelson-LHR London Heathrow

38h 35m2 stops Auckland Intl San Francisco

£1,942Air New Zealand

Wed, 16 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct

22:05 - 09:30LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

24h 25m1 stop Singapore Changi

01:05 - 15:20CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

27h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi

£2,111Singapore Airlines

Mon, 14 Sep - Sun, 25 Oct

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China Southern flights from London Heathrow Airport to South Island

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China Southern

25 Feb

LHR22:00London Heathrow

30h 20m

1 stop

CHC17:20Christchurch

13 Mar

CHC22:30Christchurch

33h 05m

1 stop

LHR18:35London Heathrow

£751

China Southern

25 Feb

LHR22:00London Heathrow

30h 20m

1 stop

CHC17:20Christchurch

13 Mar

CHC22:30Christchurch

33h 05m

2 stops

LHR18:35London Heathrow

£762

China Southern

5 Dec

LHR21:30London Heathrow

30h 50m

2 stops

CHC17:20Christchurch

23 Jan

CHC11:35Christchurch

39h 25m

2 stops

LHR14:00London Heathrow

£779

Etihad Airways flights from London Heathrow Airport to South Island

Our best Etihad Airways deals on London Heathrow Airport to South Island flight tickets

Etihad Airways

5 Dec

LHR08:50London Heathrow

51h 00m

2 stops

CHC00:50Christchurch

23 Jan

CHC06:10Christchurch

49h 00m

2 stops

LHR18:10London Heathrow

£836

Etihad Airways

8 Dec

LHR19:20London Heathrow

40h 15m

2 stops

CHC00:35Christchurch

17 Feb

CHC06:10Christchurch

37h 30m

2 stops

LHR06:40London Heathrow

£850

Etihad Airways

8 Dec

LHR19:20London Heathrow

40h 15m

2 stops

CHC00:35Christchurch

17 Feb

CHC06:10Christchurch

42h 55m

2 stops

LHR12:05London Heathrow

£860

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Thu 25/2

22:00-17:20

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Christchurch

Sat 13/3

22:30-18:35

1 stop33h 05m

£751

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21:30-17:20

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22:30-18:35

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£762

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Christchurch

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06:10-12:05

2 stops42h 55m

£860

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13:55-00:35

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Christchurch

Sat 14/11

06:10-12:05

2 stops42h 55m

£894

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LHR London Heathrow - CHC Christchurch

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London Heathrow

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19:20-15:25

2 stops31h 05m

Christchurch

Sat 30/1

06:10-14:30

2 stops45h 20m

£914

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London Heathrow

Fri 22/1

20:10-12:50

1 stop27h 40m

Christchurch

Sun 7/2

14:20-07:00

1 stop29h 40m

£1,184

LondonChristchurch

LHR London Heathrow - CHC Christchurch

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Fri 22/1

20:10-12:50

1 stop27h 40m

Christchurch

Sat 6/2

14:20-07:00

1 stop29h 40m

£1,191

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LHR London Heathrow - ZQN Queenstown Intl

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London Heathrow

Tue 16/2

20:10-21:05

2 stops35h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 2/3

15:30-06:15

2 stops51h 45m

£1,196

LondonQueenstown

LHR London Heathrow - ZQN Queenstown Intl

LHRZQN

London Heathrow

Tue 16/2

20:10-21:05

2 stops35h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 2/3

16:55-06:15

3 stops50h 20m

£1,206

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from London Heathrow Airport to South Island

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Island?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow Airport to South Island. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £1,207. If you’re not able to fly to South Island in May, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from London Heathrow Airport to South Island during February average around £1,263.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to South Island?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Island from London Heathrow Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Island for around £1,403 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Island from London Heathrow Airport for as low as £1,159 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on London Heathrow Airport to South Island flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between London Heathrow Airport to South Island.

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Best price found	£457
Fastest flight time	28h 50m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to South Island from London Heathrow Airport in the past 72 hours is £457. The best return flight deal from London Heathrow Airport to South Island found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £751.

The fastest flight from London Heathrow Airport to South Island takes 28h 50m

There are no direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to South Island. There are no popular flight routes from London Heathrow Airport to South Island.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from London Heathrow Airport to South Island

When did momondo last update prices for flights from London Heathrow Airport to South Island?
Prices for flights from London Heathrow Airport to South Island refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from London Heathrow Airport to South Island?
As of September 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from London Heathrow Airport to South Island.
How old do you have to be to fly from London Heathrow Airport to South Island?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London Heathrow Airport to South Island.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Island?
The necessary travel and health documents for your South Island trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from London Heathrow Airport to South Island?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from London Heathrow Airport to South Island is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (24.73% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A350-1000 (14.04%), Boeing 777 (13.77%), and Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner (9.30%).

Best airlines flying from London Heathrow Airport to South Island

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £431	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,219 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
China Southern	PriceFrom £762	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 172 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom £956	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,535 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom £1,087	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,208 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom £1,113	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 669 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Emirates	PriceFrom £1,117	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,654 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom £1,133	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,093 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom £1,149	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,481 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom £1,172	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,736 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom £1,182	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,600 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights

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