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R1 258+ Cheap flights from South Island

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CHC — CPT
Jan 16 — Jan 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Sun 24/521:25CHC - JNB
2 stops44h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/611:20JNB - CHC
2 stops51h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12R18 095
Sun 24/521:05CHC - JNB
2 stops31h 30mSingapore Airlines
Sat 13/619:50JNB - CHC
1 stop27h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 16/12R18 916
Sat 31/16:00CHC - JNB
2 stops37h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/211:00JNB - CHC
2 stops50h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12R21 415
Fri 30/16:10CHC - JNB
2 stops37h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/211:00JNB - CHC
2 stops38h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12R21 667
Sat 31/115:55CHC - JNB
2 stops35h 40mEmirates
Sat 7/222:20JNB - CHC
2 stops38h 50mEmirates
Deal found 16/12R22 103
Sat 4/46:20CHC - JNB
2 stops44h 55mEmirates
Mon 20/410:05JNB - CHC
2 stops28h 05mEmirates
Deal found 17/12R22 438
Fri 30/115:45CHC - CPT
2 stops36h 00mEmirates
Fri 6/213:40CPT - CHC
2 stops47h 30mEmirates
Deal found 15/12R22 908
Sun 10/510:50CHC - CPT
2 stops32h 35mSingapore Airlines
Tue 12/510:40CPT - CHC
2 stops36h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 16/12R23 109
Tue 21/46:30CHC - CPT
3 stops36h 55mSingapore Airlines
Sat 25/410:40CPT - CHC
3 stops50h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 15/12R23 126
Tue 21/46:10CHC - CPT
2 stops44h 40mEmirates
Sat 25/418:25CPT - CHC
2 stops32h 30mEmirates
Deal found 15/12R23 427
Sat 31/114:20CHC - JNB
1 stop28h 05mCathay Pacific
Sat 7/211:00JNB - CHC
1 stop38h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/12R25 171
Fri 30/115:50CHC - CPT
3 stops28h 35mSingapore Airlines
Fri 6/210:40CPT - CHC
3 stops57h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 15/12R26 429

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Find flights departing from South Island that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 17 December 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches

Fly to

Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sat 31/1

6:00-8:20

2 stops37h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

11:00-0:25

2 stops50h 25m

R21 415

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sat 31/1

15:55-16:35

2 stops35h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

22:20-0:10

2 stops38h 50m

R22 103

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sat 4/4

6:20-16:15

2 stops44h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

10:05-0:10

2 stops28h 05m

R22 505

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Fri 30/1

15:45-16:45

2 stops36h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/2

13:40-0:10

2 stops47h 30m

R22 908

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Sun 10/5

6:30-9:25

3 stops36h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/5

10:40-23:35

3 stops26h 55m

R23 109

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Tue 21/4

6:30-9:25

3 stops36h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 25/4

10:40-23:05

3 stops50h 25m

R23 126

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Tue 21/4

6:10-16:50

2 stops44h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 25/4

18:25-12:55

2 stops32h 30m

R23 427

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sat 31/1

14:20-7:25

1 stop28h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

11:00-12:50

1 stop38h 50m

R25 171

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Fri 30/1

15:50-9:25

3 stops28h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/2

10:40-7:25

3 stops57h 45m

R26 429

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Mon 5/1

6:05-15:00

1 stop19h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/1

11:00-23:55

2 stops49h 55m

R28 593

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Travel insights for flights from South Island

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Island?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island (average of R12 276). Flying from South Island in September will prove the most costly (average of R20 409). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from South Island?

When flying from South Island check dates and pricing for the following: Emirates, Singapore Airlines. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Cape Town.

Emirates
Emirates
From R15 801
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From R18 697
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From R12 114
Jetstar
Jetstar
From R652

Airline reviews for flights from South Island

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from South Island. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from South Island. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates and Singapore Airlines from South Island have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 440 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 440 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 440 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 413 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 440 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from South Island. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 17 December 2025.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly out of South Island?

    Johannesburg Lanseria airport offers the cheapest routes to Cape Town from R939. Durban King Shaka Intl airport is a great option if you're flying to Cape Town from R1 107. Our top recommendation is to be generally flexible with your dates of travel for the best rates.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from South Island?

    February is currently the cheapest month to fly from South Island. At this moment in time September 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.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from South Island?

    Check out the cheapest flights from South Island to embark to:
    Travel from Johannesburg to Durban from R939 round trip
    Travel from Durban to Johannesburg from R1 107 round trip
    Travel from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth from R1 275 round trip
    Travel from Johannesburg to George from R1 409 round trip
    Travel from Johannesburg to Cape Town from R1 811 round trip

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