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Cheap flights from Manchester to South Island from £559

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Etihad Airways Logo
13:40 - 01:25MAN-CHC
46h 45m2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
15:15 - 17:55CHC-MAN
39h 40m2 stops
£943Etihad Airways
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Tue, 2 Dec - Thu, 12 Feb
Etihad Airways Logo
13:40 - 14:10MAN-CHC
35h 30m2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
06:00 - 17:55CHC-MAN
48h 55m2 stops
£972Etihad Airways
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Sun, 1 Mar - Sun, 22 Mar
Emirates Logo
20:40 - 00:25MAN-CHC
38h 45m2 stops
Emirates Logo
06:20 - 11:15CHC-MAN
41h 55m2 stops
£1,188Emirates
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Tue, 18 Nov - Wed, 18 Feb
Emirates Logo
08:50 - 14:00MAN-CHC
40h 10m2 stops
Emirates Logo
06:20 - 18:35CHC-MAN
49h 15m2 stops
£1,194Emirates
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Tue, 18 Nov - Wed, 18 Feb
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:35 - 09:30MAN-CHC
35h 55m1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:50 - 09:15CHC-MAN
57h 25m1 stop
£1,300Singapore Airlines
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Wed, 8 Apr - Wed, 22 Apr
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:05 - 08:05MAN-CHC
33h 00m2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
12:00 - 08:35CHC-MAN
57h 35m1 stop
£1,330Singapore Airlines
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Fri, 6 Mar - Fri, 20 Mar
Air New Zealand Logo
10:05 - 11:15MAN-NSN
36h 10m2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
07:45 - 08:35NSN-MAN
37h 50m2 stops
£1,449Air New Zealand
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Tue, 10 Feb - Tue, 10 Mar
Air New Zealand Logo
10:05 - 08:55MAN-NSN
33h 50m2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
06:30 - 08:35NSN-MAN
39h 05m2 stops
£1,458Air New Zealand
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Tue, 10 Feb - Tue, 10 Mar
Qantas Airways Logo
08:50 - 13:05MAN-ZQN
39h 15m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
16:30 - 06:45ZQN-MAN
51h 15m2 stops
£6,468Qantas Airways
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Tue, 3 Feb - Sun, 15 Mar
Qantas Airways Logo
20:40 - 13:05MAN-ZQN
27h 25m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
16:30 - 18:35ZQN-MAN
39h 05m2 stops
£6,510Qantas Airways
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Tue, 3 Feb - Sun, 15 Mar

Emirates flights from Manchester to South Island

Our best Emirates deals on Manchester to South Island flight tickets
Emirates
18 Nov
MAN20:40Manchester
38h 45m
2 stops
CHC00:25Christchurch
18 Feb
CHC06:20Christchurch
41h 55m
2 stops
MAN11:15Manchester
£1,188
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Emirates
18 Nov
MAN08:50Manchester
40h 10m
2 stops
CHC14:00Christchurch
18 Feb
CHC06:20Christchurch
49h 15m
2 stops
MAN18:35Manchester
£1,194
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Emirates
18 Nov
MAN20:40Manchester
38h 45m
2 stops
CHC00:25Christchurch
18 Feb
CHC06:20Christchurch
41h 55m
2 stops
MAN11:15Manchester
£1,201
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Cathay Pacific flights from Manchester to South Island

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Cathay Pacific
2 Dec
MAN10:25Manchester
37h 25m
1 stop
CHC12:50Christchurch
12 Feb
CHC14:20Christchurch
30h 35m
1 stop
MAN07:55Manchester
£1,193
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Cathay Pacific
2 Dec
MAN10:25Manchester
37h 25m
1 stop
CHC12:50Christchurch
12 Feb
CHC14:20Christchurch
30h 35m
1 stop
MAN07:55Manchester
£1,195
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Cathay Pacific
2 Dec
MAN10:25Manchester
37h 25m
1 stop
CHC12:50Christchurch
12 Feb
CHC14:20Christchurch
30h 35m
1 stop
MAN07:55Manchester
£1,210
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Manchester to South Island that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 31 October 2025.
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Depart

Return

Price

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Tue 2/12

13:40-01:25

2 stops46h 45m

Christchurch

Thu 12/2

15:15-17:55

2 stops39h 40m

£943

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Sun 1/3

13:40-14:10

2 stops35h 30m

Christchurch

Sun 22/3

06:00-17:55

2 stops48h 55m

£972

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Tue 18/11

20:40-00:25

2 stops38h 45m

Christchurch

Wed 18/2

06:20-11:15

2 stops41h 55m

£1,188

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Tue 18/11

08:50-14:00

2 stops40h 10m

Christchurch

Wed 18/2

06:20-18:35

2 stops49h 15m

£1,194

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Wed 8/4

10:35-09:30

1 stop35h 55m

Christchurch

Wed 22/4

10:50-09:15

1 stop57h 25m

£1,300

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Fri 6/3

10:05-08:05

2 stops33h 00m

Christchurch

Fri 20/3

12:00-08:35

1 stop57h 35m

£1,330

ManchesterNelson

MAN - NSN

MANNSN

Manchester

Tue 10/2

10:05-11:15

2 stops36h 10m

Nelson

Tue 10/3

07:45-08:35

2 stops37h 50m

£1,449

ManchesterNelson

MAN - NSN

MANNSN

Manchester

Tue 10/2

10:05-08:55

2 stops33h 50m

Nelson

Tue 10/3

06:30-08:35

2 stops39h 05m

£1,458

ManchesterQueenstown

MAN - ZQN

MANZQN

Manchester

Tue 3/2

08:50-13:05

2 stops39h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 15/3

16:30-06:45

2 stops51h 15m

£6,468

ManchesterQueenstown

MAN - ZQN

MANZQN

Manchester

Tue 3/2

20:40-13:05

2 stops27h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 15/3

16:30-18:35

2 stops39h 05m

£6,510

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Manchester 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 Manchester to South Island. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £1,194. If you’re not able to fly to South Island in May, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from Manchester to South Island during March average around £1,242.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Island?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Island is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as £1,433. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to South Island on Friday is £1,554.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Island?

Flying to South Island from Manchester in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £1,443 when looking at flights departing in the morning. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at midday when prices are £1,550 on average. Flights to South Island from Manchester at midday are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Island?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Island from Manchester when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Island for around £1,463 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 Manchester for as low as £1,225 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Manchester to South Island flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Manchester to South Island.

Cheap Manchester to South Island flight deals and tips

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  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Manchester Airport to South Island?

    Prices for flights from Manchester Airport to South Island are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Manchester Airport to South Island?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Manchester Airport to South Island.

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

    The required travel and health documents for your South Island trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Island. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Manchester to South Island?

Best airlines flying from Manchester to South Island

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Air New ZealandPriceFrom £1,041Free CancellationRating
8.0
520 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom £1,043Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,284 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom £1,049Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,489 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom £1,077Free CancellationRating
8.1
1,389 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom £1,107Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,044 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom £1,114Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,395 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom £1,128Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,661 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom £1,161Free CancellationRating
7.5
926 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom £1,247Free CancellationRating
7.4
117 reviews
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Manchester to South Island?

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to South Island from Manchester.

Can I find flights from Manchester to South Island with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to South Island from Manchester which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights from Manchester to South Island?

momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to South Island from Manchester. Filter by price, airline, airports, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.

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