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

Etihad Airways is the most popular carrier 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 67% 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 May 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 - 23:05

MAN

CHC

39h 20m

2 stops

06:10 - 06:10

CHC

MAN

37h 00m

2 stops

£1,125Etihad Airways

Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 11 Nov

08:25 - 23:05

MAN

CHC

49h 40m

2 stops

06:10 - 06:10

CHC

MAN

37h 00m

2 stops

£1,133Etihad Airways

Wed, 28 Oct - Sun, 15 Nov

20:40 - 14:00

MAN

CHC

28h 20m

2 stops

15:55 - 11:15

CHC

MAN

32h 20m

2 stops

£1,153Qantas Airways

Sun, 1 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

21:20 - 12:55

MAN

CHC

28h 35m

2 stops

17:20 - 12:00

CHC

MAN

29h 40m

2 stops

£1,154Qantas Airways

Sat, 30 May - Mon, 8 Jun

20:40 - 14:00

MAN

CHC

28h 20m

2 stops

18:20 - 18:35

CHC

MAN

37h 15m

2 stops

£1,176Emirates

Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov

08:05 - 00:40

MAN

CHC

29h 35m

2 stops

06:30 - 20:00

CHC

MAN

48h 30m

2 stops

£1,179Multiple Airlines

Mon, 22 Jun - Mon, 29 Jun

14:05 - 20:00

MAN

ZQN

42h 55m

2 stops

16:30 - 12:00

ZQN

MAN

30h 30m

2 stops

£1,296Emirates

Wed, 17 Jun - Wed, 15 Jul

21:20 - 15:45

MAN

NSN

31h 25m

2 stops

06:30 - 12:00

NSN

MAN

41h 30m

2 stops

£1,558Multiple Airlines

Wed, 16 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct

10:35 - 14:05

MAN

NSN

40h 30m

2 stops

17:30 - 09:15

NSN

MAN

51h 45m

2 stops

£1,985Singapore Airlines

Wed, 16 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct

10:35 - 14:05

MAN

NSN

40h 30m

2 stops

06:30 - 09:15

NSN

MAN

37h 45m

2 stops

£3,093Singapore Airlines

Sat, 13 Jun - Tue, 16 Jun

Emirates flights from Manchester to South Island

Our best Emirates deals on Manchester to South Island flight tickets

Emirates

3 Nov

MAN20:40Manchester

28h 20m

2 stops

CHC14:00Christchurch

24 Nov

CHC18:20Christchurch

37h 15m

2 stops

MAN18:35Manchester

£1,176

Emirates

17 Jun

MAN14:05Manchester

42h 55m

2 stops

ZQN20:00Queenstown Intl

15 Jul

ZQN16:30Queenstown Intl

30h 30m

2 stops

MAN12:00Manchester

£1,296

Emirates

17 Jun

MAN09:50Manchester

47h 10m

2 stops

ZQN20:00Queenstown Intl

15 Jul

ZQN12:10Queenstown Intl

42h 05m

2 stops

MAN19:15Manchester

£1,298

Etihad Airways flights from Manchester to South Island

Our best Etihad Airways deals on Manchester to South Island flight tickets

Etihad Airways

16 Sept

MAN20:45Manchester

39h 20m

2 stops

CHC23:05Christchurch

11 Nov

CHC06:10Christchurch

37h 00m

2 stops

MAN06:10Manchester

£1,125

Etihad Airways

28 Oct

MAN08:25Manchester

49h 40m

2 stops

CHC23:05Christchurch

15 Nov

CHC06:10Christchurch

37h 00m

2 stops

MAN06:10Manchester

£1,133

Etihad Airways

9 Jun

MAN09:20Manchester

27h 15m

2 stops

CHC23:35Christchurch

29 Nov

CHC06:10Christchurch

37h 00m

2 stops

MAN06:10Manchester

£1,136

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ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Wed 16/9

20:45-23:05

2 stops39h 20m

Christchurch

Wed 11/11

06:10-06:10

2 stops37h 00m

£1,125

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Wed 28/10

08:25-23:05

2 stops49h 40m

Christchurch

Sun 15/11

06:10-06:10

2 stops37h 00m

£1,133

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Sun 1/11

20:40-14:00

2 stops28h 20m

Christchurch

Mon 23/11

15:55-11:15

2 stops32h 20m

£1,153

Fastest return journey

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Sat 30/5

21:20-12:55

2 stops28h 35m

Christchurch

Mon 8/6

17:20-12:00

2 stops29h 40m

£1,154

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Tue 3/11

20:40-14:00

2 stops28h 20m

Christchurch

Tue 24/11

18:20-18:35

2 stops37h 15m

£1,176

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Mon 22/6

08:05-00:40

2 stops29h 35m

Christchurch

Mon 29/6

06:30-20:00

2 stops48h 30m

£1,179

ManchesterQueenstown

MAN - ZQN

MANZQN

Manchester

Wed 17/6

14:05-20:00

2 stops42h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 15/7

16:30-12:00

2 stops30h 30m

£1,296

ManchesterNelson

MAN - NSN

MANNSN

Manchester

Wed 16/9

21:20-15:45

2 stops31h 25m

Nelson

Mon 5/10

06:30-12:00

2 stops41h 30m

£1,558

ManchesterNelson

MAN - NSN

MANNSN

Manchester

Wed 16/9

10:35-14:05

2 stops40h 30m

Nelson

Mon 5/10

17:30-09:15

2 stops51h 45m

£1,985

ManchesterNelson

MAN - NSN

MANNSN

Manchester

Sat 13/6

10:35-14:05

2 stops40h 30m

Nelson

Tue 16/6

06:30-09:15

2 stops37h 45m

£3,093

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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, January 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 £645. If you’re not able to fly to South Island in January, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from Manchester to South Island during May average around £739.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Manchester 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 £1,458 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 £1,266 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	28h 35m
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The fastest flight from Manchester to South Island takes 28h 35m

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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Frequently asked questions about flying 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 6 operators available for flights from Manchester Airport to South Island as of May 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 21.91% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) at 19.74%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 13.34%, and Airbus A321neo at 9.81%.

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 £974	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,435 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom £1,108	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,728 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom £1,115	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,510 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom £1,154	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,034 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom £1,171	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,571 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom £1,333	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 640 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?

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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