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 65% 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.

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

Emirates and Singapore Airlines are the most popular carriers 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 6 operators available for flights from Manchester Airport to South Island as of June 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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13:15 - 17:20

MAN

CHC

39h 05m

2 stops

18:20 - 18:35

CHC

MAN

37h 15m

2 stops

£1,178Qantas Airways

Sun, 15 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec

07:45 - 00:50

MAN

CHC

28h 05m

2 stops

15:25 - 12:20

CHC

MAN

33h 55m

2 stops

£1,184Multiple Airlines

Fri, 6 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov

21:20 - 12:55

MAN

CHC

28h 35m

1 stop

17:20 - 19:15

CHC

MAN

36h 55m

1 stop

£1,249Emirates

Sat, 5 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep

21:20 - 12:55

MAN

CHC

28h 35m

1 stop

17:20 - 12:00

CHC

MAN

29h 40m

1 stop

£1,249Emirates

Sat, 5 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep

14:05 - 12:55

MAN

CHC

35h 50m

2 stops

15:45 - 07:45

CHC

MAN

51h 00m

2 stops

£1,250Qantas Airways

Sat, 5 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep

14:05 - 12:55

MAN

CHC

35h 50m

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16:35 - 19:15

CHC

MAN

37h 40m

2 stops

£1,252Qantas Airways

Sat, 5 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep

10:05 - 13:35

MAN

BHE

62h 30m

2 stops

09:50 - 08:35

BHE

MAN

35h 45m

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£2,210Singapore Airlines

Sun, 22 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov

10:05 - 13:35

MAN

BHE

62h 30m

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09:50 - 08:35

BHE

MAN

35h 45m

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£2,211Singapore Airlines

Sun, 22 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov

10:05 - 15:30

MAN

BHE

40h 25m

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09:50 - 08:35

BHE

MAN

35h 45m

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£2,414Air New Zealand

Wed, 11 Nov - Fri, 11 Dec

10:05 - 15:30

MAN

BHE

40h 25m

3 stops

09:50 - 08:35

BHE

MAN

35h 45m

2 stops

£2,416Air New Zealand

Wed, 11 Nov - Fri, 11 Dec

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Etihad Airways flights from Manchester to South Island

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Etihad Airways

19 Oct

MAN20:45Manchester

38h 20m

2 stops

CHC23:05Christchurch

30 Oct

CHC06:10Christchurch

37h 00m

2 stops

MAN06:10Manchester

£1,360

Etihad Airways

19 Oct

MAN20:45Manchester

38h 20m

2 stops

CHC23:05Christchurch

30 Oct

CHC06:10Christchurch

37h 00m

2 stops

MAN06:10Manchester

£1,362

Etihad Airways

23 Oct

MAN09:20Manchester

49h 45m

2 stops

CHC23:05Christchurch

6 Nov

CHC06:10Christchurch

61h 00m

2 stops

MAN06:10Manchester

£1,365

Emirates flights from Manchester to South Island

Our best Emirates deals on Manchester to South Island flight tickets

Emirates

29 Jun

MAN14:05Manchester

35h 50m

1 stop

CHC12:55Christchurch

22 Oct

CHC18:20Christchurch

29h 40m

1 stop

MAN12:00Manchester

£1,153

Emirates

30 Jun

MAN09:50Manchester

40h 05m

1 stop

CHC12:55Christchurch

11 Aug

CHC17:20Christchurch

49h 25m

1 stop

MAN07:45Manchester

£1,172

Emirates

5 Sept

MAN21:20Manchester

28h 35m

1 stop

CHC12:55Christchurch

19 Sept

CHC17:20Christchurch

36h 55m

1 stop

MAN19:15Manchester

£1,249

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2 stops39h 05m

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2 stops28h 05m

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15:25-12:20

2 stops33h 55m

£1,184

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MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Sat 5/9

21:20-12:55

1 stop28h 35m

Christchurch

Sat 19/9

17:20-19:15

1 stop36h 55m

£1,249

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MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Sat 5/9

21:20-12:55

1 stop28h 35m

Christchurch

Sat 19/9

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1 stop29h 40m

£1,249

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MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

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2 stops35h 50m

Christchurch

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15:45-07:45

2 stops51h 00m

£1,250

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MAN - CHC

MANCHC

Manchester

Sat 5/9

14:05-12:55

2 stops35h 50m

Christchurch

Sat 19/9

16:35-19:15

2 stops37h 40m

£1,252

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MAN - BHE

MANBHE

Manchester

Sun 22/11

10:05-13:35

2 stops62h 30m

Blenheim

Thu 26/11

09:50-08:35

2 stops35h 45m

£2,210

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MAN - BHE

MANBHE

Manchester

Sun 22/11

10:05-13:35

2 stops62h 30m

Blenheim

Thu 26/11

09:50-08:35

2 stops35h 45m

£2,211

ManchesterBlenheim

MAN - BHE

MANBHE

Manchester

Wed 11/11

10:05-15:30

3 stops40h 25m

Blenheim

Fri 11/12

09:50-08:35

2 stops35h 45m

£2,414

ManchesterBlenheim

MAN - BHE

MANBHE

Manchester

Wed 11/11

10:05-15:30

3 stops40h 25m

Blenheim

Fri 11/12

09:50-08:35

2 stops35h 45m

£2,416

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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, 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 £666. 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 £763.

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 £1,505 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 £1,162 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 June 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 20.34% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) at 18.11%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 13.44%, and Airbus A321neo at 9.72%.

Best airlines flying from Manchester to South Island

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom £987	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,467 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom £1,125	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,736 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom £1,151	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,555 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom £1,191	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,050 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom £1,213	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,603 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom £1,376	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 646 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

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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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