Cheap Flights to South Island from CA $819

By using our clever "No change fee" filter, that's how. Just type in your origin, destination and travel dates, click the "Search" button, then select the box directly below the "Flexible change policies" heading (it's on the left of your screen). Expedia makes it a cinch to find flexible and affordable flights to South Island.

United Airlines offers flights into or near South Island, including 13 that jet into Christchurch Intl. Airport (CHC) each month. Decide on your vacation dates and then lock in your fare early for an unbeatable deal.

For an unbeatable deal to South Island, book well ahead. Also think about using Expedia's "flexible dates" link above your search results. This will display the cheapest prices for similar time frames. In the last seven days, CA $1,199 was the best price for a flight to South Island.

The cost of a round-trip flight to South Island in the last seven days fluctuated between CA $1,199 and CA $1,199. If you were journeying one way out of Vancouver (YVR), you could have scored a fare from just CA $819.

Christchurch Intl. Airport (CHC) is the main jumping-off point for those eager to visit South Island. Around 13 monthly flights touch down here.

Depart for South Island earlier in the week and you'll usually be rewarded with cheaper fares. Tuesday is generally the cheapest day to fly out, followed by Monday. If you want to avoid the priciest flights, steer clear of Saturdays.

In the last seven days, airfares to South Island varied from CA $1,199 to CA $1,199.

• With so much to see and do in Christchurch, it's hardly surprising that most people begin their South Island vacation in this happening city. Spend your first few days going to see big-name attractions like Christchurch Public Hospital before discovering some of this city's lesser-known hot spots.
• When you're deciding what to do on your vacation, bear in mind that Christchurch is known for its oceanic climate. It's always wise to check the temperatures before you go so you know what to expect.
• When you're ready to experience more of this beautiful region, grab one of our affordable car rentals and make tracks to Akaroa. It's about 40 kilometres to the southeast of Christchurch and is also home to great tourist sights, including Linton The Giant House.

If you're fond of bustling destinations, explore the major city of Christchurch during the popular months of January, February and March. Being in the Southern Hemisphere, summer starts in South Island on December 1. If you're travelling during this time, pack your sunblock and a nice, big hat. Temperatures during a Christchurch summer range between 11ºC and 21ºC.

The ideal month to bag a flight to South Island is February, whereas prices are higher in December. Steer clear of this month if you want to save your dollars.