Which airlines fly to South Island?

Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Island from Manchester according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 71% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Island. Keep in mind that there are 8 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 Manchester to South Island?

China Southern is the most popular carrier operating from Manchester to South Island

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.

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

There are 8 operators available for flights from Manchester Airport to South Island as of December 2025.

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.

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09:15 - 23:35

MAN

CHC

27h 20m2 stops

06:30 - 07:00

CHC

MAN

35h 30m2 stops

£994Etihad Airways

Thu, 16 Apr - Sun, 3 May

14:40 - 23:05

MAN

CHC

45h 25m2 stops

06:30 - 13:15

CHC

MAN

41h 45m2 stops

£1,037Etihad Airways

Sat, 2 May - Sat, 16 May

14:05 - 12:40

MAN

ZQN

35h 35m2 stops

15:25 - 19:15

ZQN

MAN

38h 50m2 stops

£1,240Emirates

Fri, 1 May - Thu, 14 May

21:40 - 13:30

MAN

ZQN

28h 50m2 stops

14:25 - 13:15

ZQN

MAN

33h 50m2 stops

£1,263Qatar Airways

Sat, 2 May - Sun, 17 May

14:55 - 13:30

MAN

ZQN

35h 35m2 stops

14:25 - 06:30

ZQN

MAN

51h 05m2 stops

£1,275Qatar Airways

Sat, 2 May - Sun, 17 May

10:35 - 13:30

MAN

ZQN

39h 55m2 stops

10:35 - 09:15

ZQN

MAN

33h 40m2 stops

£1,294Singapore Airlines

Fri, 1 May - Thu, 14 May

21:15 - 21:15

MAN

ZQN

37h 00m2 stops

13:35 - 19:15

ZQN

MAN

40h 40m2 stops

£1,309Qantas Airways

Wed, 13 May - Sun, 17 May

14:05 - 21:15

MAN

ZQN

44h 10m2 stops

13:35 - 19:15

ZQN

MAN

40h 40m2 stops

£1,310Qantas Airways

Wed, 13 May - Sun, 17 May

13:15 - 13:05

MAN

ZQN

34h 50m2 stops

15:30 - 18:35

ZQN

MAN

40h 05m2 stops

£1,328Emirates

Tue, 10 Feb - Tue, 24 Feb

10:35 - 14:05

MAN

NSN

40h 30m2 stops

11:05 - 09:15

NSN

MAN

57h 10m2 stops

£1,932Singapore Airlines

Wed, 13 May - Sun, 17 May

Etihad Airways flights from Manchester to South Island

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Etihad Airways

16 Apr

MAN09:15Manchester

27h 20m

2 stops

CHC23:35Christchurch

3 May

CHC06:30Christchurch

35h 30m

2 stops

MAN07:00Manchester

£994

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Etihad Airways

2 May

MAN14:40Manchester

45h 25m

2 stops

CHC23:05Christchurch

16 May

CHC06:30Christchurch

41h 45m

2 stops

MAN13:15Manchester

£1,037

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Etihad Airways

1 Mar

MAN08:25Manchester

40h 45m

2 stops

CHC14:10Christchurch

10 Mar

CHC06:10Christchurch

48h 45m

2 stops

MAN17:55Manchester

£1,038

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Singapore Airlines flights from Manchester to South Island

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Singapore Airlines

1 May

MAN10:35Manchester

39h 55m

2 stops

ZQN13:30Queenstown Intl

14 May

ZQN10:35Queenstown Intl

33h 40m

2 stops

MAN09:15Manchester

£1,294

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Singapore Airlines

1 Mar

MAN10:05Manchester

35h 35m

1 stop

CHC10:40Christchurch

10 Mar

CHC12:00Christchurch

33h 35m

1 stop

MAN08:35Manchester

£1,385

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Singapore Airlines

31 Mar

MAN10:35Manchester

35h 55m

1 stop

CHC10:30Christchurch

29 Apr

CHC10:50Christchurch

57h 25m

1 stop

MAN09:15Manchester

£1,415

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MANCHC

Manchester

Thu 16/4

09:15-23:35

2 stops27h 20m

Christchurch

Sun 3/5

06:30-07:00

2 stops35h 30m

£994

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MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Sat 2/5

14:40-23:05

2 stops45h 25m

Christchurch

Sat 16/5

06:30-13:15

2 stops41h 45m

£1,037

ManchesterQueenstown

MAN - ZQN

MANZQN

Manchester

Fri 1/5

14:05-12:40

2 stops35h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 14/5

15:25-19:15

2 stops38h 50m

£1,240

ManchesterQueenstown

MAN - ZQN

MANZQN

Manchester

Sat 2/5

21:40-13:30

2 stops28h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 17/5

14:25-13:15

2 stops33h 50m

£1,263

ManchesterQueenstown

MAN - ZQN

MANZQN

Manchester

Sat 2/5

14:55-13:30

2 stops35h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 17/5

14:25-06:30

2 stops51h 05m

£1,275

ManchesterQueenstown

MAN - ZQN

MANZQN

Manchester

Fri 1/5

10:35-13:30

2 stops39h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 14/5

10:35-09:15

2 stops33h 40m

£1,294

ManchesterQueenstown

MAN - ZQN

MANZQN

Manchester

Wed 13/5

21:15-21:15

2 stops37h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 17/5

13:35-19:15

2 stops40h 40m

£1,309

ManchesterQueenstown

MAN - ZQN

MANZQN

Manchester

Wed 13/5

14:05-21:15

2 stops44h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 17/5

13:35-19:15

2 stops40h 40m

£1,310

ManchesterQueenstown

MAN - ZQN

MANZQN

Manchester

Tue 10/2

13:15-13:05

2 stops34h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 24/2

15:30-18:35

2 stops40h 05m

£1,328

ManchesterNelson

MAN - NSN

MANNSN

Manchester

Wed 13/5

10:35-14:05

2 stops40h 30m

Nelson

Sun 17/5

11:05-09:15

2 stops57h 10m

£1,932

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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 £1,200. 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 £1,224.

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 £1,412. 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 £1,531.

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 £1,421 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 £1,527 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 £1,435 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 £1,166 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.

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Fastest flight time	27h 20m
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The fastest flight from Manchester to South Island takes 27h 20m

There are no direct flights from Manchester to South Island. There are no popular flight routes from Manchester to South Island.

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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.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Manchester Airport to South Island?
There are 8 operators available for flights from Manchester Airport to South Island as of December 2025.
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?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Manchester to South Island is Airbus A320-100/200, representing 19.55% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) at 17.64%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 10.99%, and Airbus A350-1000 at 9.98%.

Best airlines flying from Manchester to South Island

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom £1,016	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,332 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom £1,025	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 552 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £1,033	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,580 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom £1,061	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,413 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom £1,090	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,095 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Emirates	PriceFrom £1,099	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,440 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom £1,111	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,683 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom £1,144	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 946 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights

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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.

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