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

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, and Singapore Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Manchester to South Island

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 76% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Island. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to South Island on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 9 operators available for flights from Manchester Airport to South Island as of August 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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18:50 - 17:20MAN-CHC

33h 30m2 stops

22:30 - 08:05CHC-MAN

46h 35m2 stops

£1,032

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Mon, 29 Dec - Mon, 26 Jan

07:45 - 14:30MAN-CHC

41h 45m2 stops

16:05 - 12:20CHC-MAN

33h 15m2 stops

£1,098

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Tue, 18 Nov - Wed, 18 Feb

08:25 - 00:20MAN-CHC

26h 55m2 stops

06:10 - 17:55CHC-MAN

48h 45m2 stops

£1,161Etihad Airways

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Thu, 13 Nov - Thu, 4 Dec

19:55 - 23:05MAN-CHC

38h 10m2 stops

06:10 - 17:55CHC-MAN

48h 45m2 stops

£1,180Etihad Airways

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Mon, 10 Nov - Sun, 30 Nov

20:40 - 00:10MAN-CHC

38h 30m2 stops

18:20 - 11:15CHC-MAN

29h 55m2 stops

£1,251Qantas Airways

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Tue, 18 Nov - Wed, 18 Feb

20:40 - 14:00MAN-CHC

28h 20m2 stops

15:45 - 18:35CHC-MAN

39h 50m2 stops

£1,274Emirates

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Mon, 10 Nov - Sun, 30 Nov

20:40 - 21:05MAN-ZQN

35h 25m2 stops

07:00 - 18:35ZQN-MAN

48h 35m2 stops

£1,284Emirates

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Wed, 19 Nov - Sun, 23 Nov

10:05 - 10:40MAN-CHC

35h 35m1 stop

12:00 - 08:35CHC-MAN

57h 35m1 stop

£1,405Singapore Airlines

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Tue, 18 Nov - Wed, 18 Feb

10:05 - 10:40MAN-CHC

59h 35m1 stop

12:00 - 08:35CHC-MAN

57h 35m1 stop

£1,431Singapore Airlines

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Tue, 18 Nov - Wed, 18 Feb

20:40 - 15:35MAN-ZQN

29h 55m2 stops

13:05 - 11:15ZQN-MAN

35h 10m3 stops

£1,921Qantas Airways

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Sun, 28 Dec - Sun, 1 Mar

Cathay Pacific flights from Manchester to South Island

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Manchester to South Island flight tickets

Cathay Pacific

13 Nov

MAN10:25Manchester

37h 25m

1 stop

CHC12:50Christchurch

4 Dec

CHC14:50Christchurch

30h 05m

1 stop

MAN07:55Manchester

£1,258

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Cathay Pacific

13 Nov

MAN10:25Manchester

37h 25m

1 stop

CHC12:50Christchurch

4 Dec

CHC14:50Christchurch

30h 05m

1 stop

MAN07:55Manchester

£1,271

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Cathay Pacific

3 Dec

MAN10:25Manchester

37h 55m

1 stop

CHC13:20Christchurch

27 Dec

CHC14:50Christchurch

30h 05m

1 stop

MAN07:55Manchester

£1,384

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Emirates flights from Manchester to South Island

Our best Emirates deals on Manchester to South Island flight tickets

Emirates

10 Nov

MAN20:40Manchester

28h 20m

2 stops

CHC14:00Christchurch

30 Nov

CHC15:45Christchurch

39h 50m

2 stops

MAN18:35Manchester

£1,274

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Emirates

19 Nov

MAN20:40Manchester

35h 25m

2 stops

ZQN21:05Queenstown Intl

23 Nov

ZQN07:00Queenstown Intl

48h 35m

2 stops

MAN18:35Manchester

£1,284

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Emirates

3 Dec

MAN08:50Manchester

40h 40m

2 stops

CHC14:30Christchurch

29 Dec

CHC06:05Christchurch

49h 30m

2 stops

MAN18:35Manchester

£1,424

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Depart

Return

Price

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Mon 29/12

18:50-17:20

2 stops33h 30m

Christchurch

Mon 26/1

22:30-08:05

2 stops46h 35m

£1,032

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Tue 18/11

07:45-14:30

2 stops41h 45m

Christchurch

Wed 18/2

16:05-12:20

2 stops33h 15m

£1,098

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Thu 13/11

08:25-00:20

2 stops26h 55m

Christchurch

Thu 4/12

06:10-17:55

2 stops48h 45m

£1,161

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Mon 10/11

19:55-23:05

2 stops38h 10m

Christchurch

Sun 30/11

06:10-17:55

2 stops48h 45m

£1,180

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Tue 18/11

20:40-00:10

2 stops38h 30m

Christchurch

Wed 18/2

18:20-11:15

2 stops29h 55m

£1,251

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Mon 10/11

20:40-14:00

2 stops28h 20m

Christchurch

Sun 30/11

15:45-18:35

2 stops39h 50m

£1,274

ManchesterQueenstown

MAN - ZQN

MANZQN

Manchester

Wed 19/11

20:40-21:05

2 stops35h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 23/11

07:00-18:35

2 stops48h 35m

£1,284

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Tue 18/11

10:05-10:40

1 stop35h 35m

Christchurch

Wed 18/2

12:00-08:35

1 stop57h 35m

£1,405

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Tue 18/11

10:05-10:40

1 stop59h 35m

Christchurch

Wed 18/2

12:00-08:35

1 stop57h 35m

£1,431

ManchesterQueenstown

MAN - ZQN

MANZQN

Manchester

Sun 28/12

20:40-15:35

2 stops29h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 1/3

13:05-11:15

3 stops35h 10m

£1,921

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Manchester to South Island

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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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 £1,195. 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 £1,219.

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 £1,427. 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 £1,548.

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 £1,436 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 £1,543 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 £1,454 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 £1,288 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

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Manchester to South Island

Best price found	£621
Fastest flight time	24h 45m
Direct flights	None
Airports in South Island	2 airports

The best one-way flight to South Island from Manchester in the past 72 hours is £621. The best return flight deal from Manchester to South Island found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £1,032.

The fastest flight from Manchester to South Island takes 24h 45m

There are no direct flights from Manchester to South Island. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Manchester Airport - Queenstown Intl Airport and Manchester Airport - Christchurch Airport.

There are 2 airports near South Island: Queenstown Intl (ZQN), Christchurch (CHC)

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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 9 operators available for flights from Manchester Airport to South Island as of August 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 Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets), representing 21.18% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A320-100/200 at 18.59%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 11.27%, and Airbus A350-1000 at 10.15%.

Best airlines flying from Manchester to South Island

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Manchester to South Island with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
China Southern	PriceFrom £907	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 104 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom £1,027	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,230 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom £1,036	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 501 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £1,044	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,222 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom £1,100	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 949 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom £1,106	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,338 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Emirates	PriceFrom £1,110	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,300 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom £1,134	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 887 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom £1,319	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,609 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

Why use momondo?

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.

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