How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Ireland to South Island?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Ireland to South Island. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Ireland to South Island?

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Ireland to South Island is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Ireland to South Island?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from Ireland to South Island with an airline and back with another airline. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Ireland to South Island?

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Ireland to South Island up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

How long is the flight to South Island?

An average direct flight from Ireland to South Island takes 36h 45m , covering a distance of 30334 km. The shortest route is Dublin (DUB) to Christchurch (CHC) with an average flight time of 33h 05m.

What are the most popular destinations in South Island?

Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular destination is Christchurch (48% of total searches to South Island). The next most popular destinations are Queenstown (48%) and Nelson (3%).

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Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours

Christchurch2 stops€1,231

Queenstown3 stops€1,299

Nelson2 stops€2,061

Cheap Flight Deals to South Island

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights to South Island that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

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Recommended return deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly to South Island.

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08:15 - 00:10DUB-CHC

28h 55m2 stops

08:20 - 06:45CHC-DUB

33h 25m2 stops

€1,231

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Mon, 19 May - Tue, 3 Jun

18:20 - 21:15DUB-ZQN

39h 55m3 stops

07:05 - 09:00ZQN-DUB

36h 55m3 stops

€1,299

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Thu, 5 Jun - Thu, 12 Jun

18:20 - 14:25DUB-CHC

33h 05m3 stops

06:35 - 09:00CHC-DUB

37h 25m3 stops

€1,316

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Thu, 5 Jun - Thu, 12 Jun

20:15 - 23:59DUB-CHC

64h 44m3 stops

06:00 - 09:00CHC-DUB

38h 00m3 stops

€1,369British Airways

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Fri, 6 Jun - Fri, 13 Jun

13:30 - 23:59DUB-CHC

47h 29m3 stops

06:00 - 09:00CHC-DUB

38h 00m3 stops

€1,427British Airways

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Mon, 19 May - Tue, 3 Jun

09:05 - 23:50DUB-CHC

27h 45m2 stops

06:35 - 07:10CHC-DUB

35h 35m3 stops

€1,715Etihad Airways

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Fri, 6 Jun - Fri, 13 Jun

22:05 - 00:10DUB-CHC

39h 05m2 stops

06:10 - 12:15CHC-DUB

65h 05m2 stops

€2,006Emirates

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Mon, 19 May - Tue, 3 Jun

22:05 - 15:55DUB-CHC

30h 50m3 stops

15:45 - 12:15CHC-DUB

31h 30m2 stops

€2,096Qantas Airways

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Wed, 7 May - Fri, 23 May

22:05 - 15:55DUB-CHC

30h 50m3 stops

15:45 - 12:15CHC-DUB

31h 30m2 stops

€2,116Qantas Airways

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Wed, 7 May - Fri, 23 May

22:05 - 15:30DUB-ZQN

30h 25m2 stops

12:10 - 20:10ZQN-DUB

43h 00m2 stops

€2,152Emirates

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Fri, 6 Jun - Fri, 13 Jun

KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to South Island

Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to South Island to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

Prices

Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to South Island is Friday when return tickets can be as cheap as €1,837. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, when return prices are €2,425 on average.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to South Island?

The cheapest time of day to fly to South Island is generally in the morning, when round-trip flights cost €1,773 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to South Island is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is €2,300.

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Low season	March
High season	February
Cheapest flight	€1,231

Best time to beat the crowds (3% less expensive on average)

Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.

Flight from Dublin to Christchurch

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Ireland to South Island?
KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Ireland to South Island.
How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Ireland to South Island?
KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Ireland to South Island is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.
What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Ireland to South Island?
Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from Ireland to South Island with an airline and back with another airline.
What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Ireland to South Island?
Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Ireland to South Island up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top airline flying to South Island

See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to South Island. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from Ireland to South Island. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Ireland to South Island? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.

8.0

EmiratesOverall score based on 3205 reviews

8.3Crew

8.1Boarding

8.2Entertainment

8.0Comfort

7.8Food

Airline reviews

First time and very memorable, the finest flying experience ive ever had

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Mar 2025CPT - DXB

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First time and very memorable, the finest flying experience ive ever had

Boarding for business class passengers can be improved. Also, when debarking the aircraft, Economy passengers are let off first due the way the configuration of the cabin upstairs.

Ove the A380 planes. Comfortable seats. Served great Indian food and Masala Chai!

Overall was a good experience and this particular flight the crew were great too at least in business class. It’s not always the case with flydubai. Few things would make me think twice in the future on this route. 1. The arrival into T3 might sound good but it is a real pain as it takes almost 30 mins to get to terminal on the bus as the aircraft still park at T2. The bag takes even longer . If they just let us off at T2, I’d be home within 30 mins of walking off the plane. Instead it takes 1.5 hours. 2. Due to the timing, the very tiny lounge in Penang is so crowded because half the lounge is closed for Qatar crew. Hardly anywhere to sit. 3. Flydubai app and site has a long way to go and using it is very unpleasant.

The plane seemed pretty old and the food was not good

Flight left on time. Bags came quickly. Crew was nice. But internet never worked and the food was awful.

Comfort and customer service from most if the crew was great. The crew reassigning passengers should consider the presence of infants when reassigning seats. Unfortunately a couple of oversized passengers were relocated next to us, making this segment a bit uncomfortable, as there was not only extra leg space required. I ended up swapping seats with my husband so our baby wouldn't be impacted. My husband travelled quite uncomfortable as the reassigned neighbour shoulder and arm ended up on my husband's seat

The service was excellent. We flew coach on this leg of our trip and it was still very pleasant.

Loved everything! This flight had premium economy and I didn't see an option to upgraded to premium economy OR buy premium economy tickets. How come?

We had to deboard using stairs. Why didnt you have the aero-bridge?

Everything you need to know for your flight to South Island

Cabin class types available on flights to South Island

First Class Flights to South Islandfrom €681

Business Class Flights to South Islandfrom €353

Prem Econ Class Flights to South Islandfrom €281

Economy class Flights to South Islandfrom €25

€1,231 Find Cheap Flights to South Island

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Ireland to South Island departing on 19/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.

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Best South Island Flight Deals

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Recent return flight deals to South Island

KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to South Island

Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to South Island to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest day to fly to South Island?

Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to South Island is Friday when return tickets can be as cheap as €1,837. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, when return prices are €2,425 on average.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to South Island?

The cheapest time of day to fly to South Island is generally in the morning, when round-trip flights cost €1,773 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to South Island is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is €2,300.

How long is the flight to South Island?

An average direct flight from Ireland to South Island takes 36h 45m, covering a distance of 30334 km. The shortest route is Dublin (DUB) to Christchurch (CHC) with an average flight time of 33h 05m.

What are the most popular destinations in South Island?

Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular destination is Christchurch (48% of total searches to South Island). The next most popular destinations are Queenstown (48%) and Nelson (3%).

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FAQs - booking South Island flights

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Ireland to South Island?

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Ireland to South Island?

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Ireland to South Island?

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Ireland to South Island?

Top tips for finding cheap flights to South Island

Top airline flying to South Island

Everything you need to know for your flight to South Island

Cabin class types available on flights to South Island

Cabin classes available on flights to South Island. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability is not guaranteed.

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Flights to other popular destinations

The most popular flights on KAYAK according to clicks in the last 2 weeks. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability are not guaranteed.

Flights from domestic origins to South Island

Flights from all regions of Ireland to South Island. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability is not guaranteed.

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