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

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

Which airlines fly to South Island?

Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Etihad 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 69% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Island. Keep in mind that there are 6 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 6 operators available for flights from Manchester Airport to South Island as of March 2026.

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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20:45 - 23:35

MAN

CHC

39h 50m

2 stops

06:30 - 06:55

CHC

MAN

59h 25m

2 stops

£1,023Etihad Airways

Wed, 24 Jun - Sat, 4 Jul

20:45 - 23:35

MAN

CHC

39h 50m

2 stops

06:30 - 06:55

CHC

MAN

59h 25m

2 stops

£1,025Etihad Airways

Wed, 24 Jun - Sat, 4 Jul

08:15 - 00:40

MAN

CHC

29h 25m

2 stops

06:30 - 13:10

CHC

MAN

41h 40m

2 stops

£1,083Multiple Airlines

Sun, 3 May - Sun, 10 May

14:05 - 20:00

MAN

ZQN

42h 55m

2 stops

12:10 - 19:15

ZQN

MAN

42h 05m

2 stops

£1,109Qantas Airways

Wed, 17 Jun - Wed, 15 Jul

14:05 - 20:00

MAN

ZQN

42h 55m

2 stops

12:10 - 12:00

ZQN

MAN

34h 50m

2 stops

£1,110Qantas Airways

Wed, 17 Jun - Wed, 15 Jul

21:45 - 14:35

MAN

CHC

29h 50m

2 stops

16:35 - 18:35

CHC

MAN

37h 00m

2 stops

£1,145Multiple Airlines

Sat, 2 May - Sat, 9 May

21:20 - 12:35

MAN

ZQN

28h 15m

2 stops

15:25 - 12:00

ZQN

MAN

31h 35m

2 stops

£1,167Emirates

Fri, 1 May - Thu, 14 May

21:20 - 12:35

MAN

ZQN

28h 15m

2 stops

13:30 - 19:15

ZQN

MAN

40h 45m

2 stops

£1,183Emirates

Fri, 17 Apr - Fri, 24 Apr

10:35 - 10:35

MAN

NSN

37h 00m

2 stops

11:55 - 09:15

NSN

MAN

33h 20m

2 stops

£1,571Singapore Airlines

Fri, 18 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct

10:35 - 14:05

MAN

NSN

40h 30m

2 stops

11:05 - 09:15

NSN

MAN

57h 10m

2 stops

£2,262Singapore Airlines

Wed, 13 May - Sun, 17 May

Qantas Airways flights from Manchester to South Island

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Qantas Airways

17 Jun

MAN14:05Manchester

42h 55m

2 stops

ZQN20:00Queenstown Intl

15 Jul

ZQN12:10Queenstown Intl

42h 05m

2 stops

MAN19:15Manchester

£1,109

Qantas Airways

17 Jun

MAN14:05Manchester

42h 55m

2 stops

ZQN20:00Queenstown Intl

15 Jul

ZQN12:10Queenstown Intl

34h 50m

2 stops

MAN12:00Manchester

£1,110

Qantas Airways

1 May

MAN21:20Manchester

35h 40m

2 stops

ZQN20:00Queenstown Intl

14 May

ZQN17:45Queenstown Intl

36h 30m

2 stops

MAN19:15Manchester

£1,129

Singapore Airlines flights from Manchester to South Island

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Singapore Airlines

3 Jun

MAN10:35Manchester

35h 55m

1 stop

CHC09:30Christchurch

7 Sept

CHC10:50Christchurch

33h 25m

1 stop

MAN09:15Manchester

£1,288

Singapore Airlines

18 Sept

MAN10:35Manchester

37h 00m

2 stops

NSN10:35Nelson

5 Oct

NSN11:55Nelson

33h 20m

2 stops

MAN09:15Manchester

£1,571

Singapore Airlines

13 May

MAN10:35Manchester

40h 30m

2 stops

NSN14:05Nelson

17 May

NSN11:05Nelson

57h 10m

2 stops

MAN09:15Manchester

£2,262

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ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Wed 24/6

20:45-23:35

2 stops39h 50m

Christchurch

Sat 4/7

06:30-06:55

2 stops59h 25m

£1,023

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Wed 24/6

20:45-23:35

2 stops39h 50m

Christchurch

Sat 4/7

06:30-06:55

2 stops59h 25m

£1,025

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Sun 3/5

08:15-00:40

2 stops29h 25m

Christchurch

Sun 10/5

06:30-13:10

2 stops41h 40m

£1,083

ManchesterQueenstown

MAN - ZQN

MANZQN

Manchester

Wed 17/6

14:05-20:00

2 stops42h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 15/7

12:10-19:15

2 stops42h 05m

£1,109

ManchesterQueenstown

MAN - ZQN

MANZQN

Manchester

Wed 17/6

14:05-20:00

2 stops42h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 15/7

12:10-12:00

2 stops34h 50m

£1,110

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Sat 2/5

21:45-14:35

2 stops29h 50m

Christchurch

Sat 9/5

16:35-18:35

2 stops37h 00m

£1,145

Fastest return journey

ManchesterQueenstown

MAN - ZQN

MANZQN

Manchester

Fri 1/5

21:20-12:35

2 stops28h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 14/5

15:25-12:00

2 stops31h 35m

£1,167

ManchesterQueenstown

MAN - ZQN

MANZQN

Manchester

Fri 17/4

21:20-12:35

2 stops28h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 24/4

13:30-19:15

2 stops40h 45m

£1,183

ManchesterNelson

MAN - NSN

MANNSN

Manchester

Fri 18/9

10:35-10:35

2 stops37h 00m

Nelson

Mon 5/10

11:55-09:15

2 stops33h 20m

£1,571

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

£2,262

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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 £1,216. If you’re not able to fly to South Island in May, then June is your next best option. Flight prices from Manchester to South Island during June average around £1,249.

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 £1,460 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 £1,283 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 15m
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The fastest flight from Manchester to South Island takes 27h 15m

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 6 operators available for flights from Manchester Airport to South Island as of March 2026.
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 21.98% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) at 18.85%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 12.55%, and Airbus A321neo at 8.79%.

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
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom £977	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,429 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom £1,132	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,732 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom £1,157	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,009 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom £1,188	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,541 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom £1,197	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,484 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom £1,327	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 618 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Manchester to South Island?

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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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