What is the cheapest month to fly to South Island?

June is currently the cheapest month to fly to South Island . At this moment in time January is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

Can I find cheaper flights to South Island if I am willing to have layovers?

Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to South Island on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to South Island?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to South Island.

Where does the fastest flight to South Island depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to South Island, Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (19 hours 35 minutes).

Does Christchurch have rental cars?

Yes. Those touching down at Christchurch can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Christchurch?

Yes. Christchurch has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Novotel Christchurch Airport is the closest property to Christchurch (0.0 km away from Christchurch).

₱26,564+ Flights to South Island

Flights to South Island in 2025

Round-trip from	₱46,662
One-way from	₱26,564
Popular in	January
Cheapest in	June
Average price	₱75,440

3/15-3/30
3 total stops
54h 10m total
Manila to Christchurch

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3/27
1 total stop
19h 35m total
Manila to South Island

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (₱345,530 potential increase over avg. RT price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (₱89,864 potential savings vs. average RT price).

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Sat 3/1512:40 pmMNL - CHC

1 stop30h 35mMultiple Airlines

Sun 3/304:45 pmCHC - MNL

2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/21₱46,662

Mon 9/88:35 pmMNL - CHC

1 stop15h 05mQantas Airways

Mon 9/224:05 pmCHC - MNL

1 stop12h 55mQantas Airways

Deal found 1/20₱53,478

Sat 2/87:40 pmMNL - CHC

1 stop36h 40mCathay Pacific

Mon 2/242:50 pmCHC - MNL

1 stop23h 50mCathay Pacific

Deal found 1/20₱88,256

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Sat 3/1512:40 pmMNL - CHC

1 stop30h 35mMultiple Airlines

Sun 3/304:45 pmCHC - MNL

2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/21₱46,662

Tue 2/117:20 pmMNL - CHC

1 stop23h 35mQantas Airways

Tue 3/116:00 amCHC - MNL

1 stop16h 30mQantas Airways

Deal found 1/20₱53,652

Sat 2/87:40 pmMNL - CHC

1 stop36h 40mCathay Pacific

Mon 2/242:50 pmCHC - MNL

1 stop23h 50mCathay Pacific

Deal found 1/20₱88,256

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Fri 2/75:05 pmMNL - CHC

2 stops18h 20mSingapore Airlines

Tue 2/259:00 pmCHC - MNL

2 stops25h 45mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 1/20₱122,626

Sat 2/87:40 pmMNL - CHC

1 stop36h 40mCathay Pacific

Mon 2/242:50 pmCHC - MNL

1 stop23h 50mCathay Pacific

Deal found 1/20₱88,256

Tue 2/1112:35 pmMNL - CHC

2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines

Tue 3/116:00 amCHC - MNL

2 stops17h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/20₱51,380

Tue 2/117:20 pmMNL - CHC

1 stop23h 35mQantas Airways

Tue 3/116:00 amCHC - MNL

1 stop16h 30mQantas Airways

Deal found 1/20₱53,652

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Thu 3/2710:20 pmMNL - CHC

1 stop19h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/20₱26,564

Thu 3/272:45 amMNL - CHC

1 stop16h 10mQantas Airways

Deal found 1/19₱34,836

Sat 3/297:45 pmMNL - CHC

2 stops46h 20mThai Airways

Deal found 1/20₱40,720

Sun 3/233:40 amMNL - CHC

2 stops40h 00mEVA Air

Deal found 1/20₱48,060

Fri 3/282:05 pmMNL - CHC

1 stop15h 35mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 1/20₱69,672

Sat 2/157:40 pmMNL - CHC

1 stop36h 40mCathay Pacific

Deal found 1/21₱73,692

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

ManilaChristchurch

MNL - CHC

MNLCHC

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sat 3/15

12:40 pm-12:15 am

1 stop30h 35m

Christchurch

Sun 3/30

4:45 pm-11:20 am

2 stops23h 35m

₱46,662

ManilaChristchurch

MNL - CHC

MNLCHC

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 2/11

7:20 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop23h 35m

Christchurch

Tue 3/11

6:00 am-5:30 pm

1 stop16h 30m

₱53,652

ManilaChristchurch

MNL - CHC

MNLCHC

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sat 2/8

7:40 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop36h 40m

Christchurch

Mon 2/24

2:50 pm-9:40 am

1 stop23h 50m

₱88,256

ManilaChristchurch

MNL - CHC

MNLCHC

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 3/27

10:20 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop19h 35m

₱26,564

ManilaChristchurch

MNL - CHC

MNLCHC

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 3/27

2:45 am-11:55 pm

1 stop16h 10m

₱34,836

ManilaChristchurch

MNL - CHC

MNLCHC

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sat 3/29

7:45 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops46h 20m

₱40,720

ManilaChristchurch

MNL - CHC

MNLCHC

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 3/23

3:40 am-12:40 am

2 stops40h 00m

₱48,060

ManilaChristchurch

MNL - CHC

MNLCHC

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 3/28

2:05 pm-10:40 am

1 stop15h 35m

₱69,672

ManilaChristchurch

MNL - CHC

MNLCHC

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sat 2/15

7:40 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop36h 40m

₱73,692

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How long is the flight to South Island?

On average, a flight from Manila to South Island takes 27 hours 52 minutes. Flights to South Island from other popular cities in Philippines will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to South Island?

The most popular airlines flying from Manila to South Island are Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines and China Southern.

Qantas Airways

From ₱821

Singapore Airlines

From ₱709

China Southern

From ₱755

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to South Island?

The cheapest airlines flying from Manila to South Island are Singapore Airlines, China Southern and Qantas Airways.

Rainfall in South Island by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Island ranges from 40.0 - 60.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit South Island when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in South Island by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Island, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travelers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing South Island

EVA Air

8.4

Very good

1,255 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent crew, smooth flight, good food and service. We have flown with other carriers but this one is the best so far.

EVA Air

8.4

Very good

1,255 reviews

EVA Air

8.4

Very good

1,255 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent crew, smooth flight, good food and service. We have flown with other carriers but this one is the best so far.

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very good

1,328 reviews

EVA Air

8.4

Very good

1,255 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent crew, smooth flight, good food and service. We have flown with other carriers but this one is the best so far.

Thai Airways

7.8

Good

338 reviews

EVA Air

8.4

Very good

1,255 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent crew, smooth flight, good food and service. We have flown with other carriers but this one is the best so far.

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

824 reviews

EVA Air

8.4

Very good

1,255 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent crew, smooth flight, good food and service. We have flown with other carriers but this one is the best so far.

Cathay Pacific

7.5

Good

830 reviews

EVA Air

8.4

Very good

1,255 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent crew, smooth flight, good food and service. We have flown with other carriers but this one is the best so far.

Can I find cheaper flights to South Island if I am willing to have layovers?
Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to South Island on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to South Island?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to South Island.
Where does the fastest flight to South Island depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to South Island, Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (19 hours 35 minutes).
Does Christchurch have rental cars?
Yes. Those touching down at Christchurch can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Christchurch?
Yes. Christchurch has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Novotel Christchurch Airport is the closest property to Christchurch (0.0 km away from Christchurch).

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