Airports servicing
Blenheim (BHE)
Kaikoura (KBZ)
Takaka (KTF)
Christchurch (CHC)
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Island to South Africa as you normally would.
Flights from South Island to South Africa lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from South Island to South Africa in June, with the cheapest ticket starting at R12 904.
Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 60 days in advance to save up to 53% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 60 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from South Island to South Africa 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as R22 422, or R24 345 for flights within the next 24 hours.
Qantas Airways and Emirates are some of the carriers that may have flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for other airlines that may also have this kind of flexibility.
Yes, there are multiple flights from South Island to South Africa for under R16 100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Qantas Airways for just R16 002, but on average you can expect to pay R18 005.
The South Island to South Africa flight path was viewed by 70 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
Information is based on travel restrictions from South Island to South Africa
Most visitors from South Island need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter South Africa.
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from South Island must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) test taken 72 hours before departing to South Africa.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from South Island are not required to quarantine after entering South Africa.
Documents
Health Declaration Form - Must be completed in 48 hours prior to arrival in South Africa.
Returning to South Island from South Africa
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from South Africa must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) test taken 72 hours before departing to South Island.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from South Africa are not required to quarantine after entering South Island.