Question 1

Can I cancel my flight booking to South Island due to COVID-19?

Accepted Answer

If you haven't booked yet, read the terms and conditions of the airline you're considering. If you've already locked in your flight to South Island, find your way to our Customer Service Portal. It will help you figure out which COVID-19 policies apply to your reservation and advise the next steps.

Question 2

What's the best way to find cheap flights to South Island that have flexible change policies?

Accepted Answer

We know that plans can change in the blink of an eye, so reserving a flexible airfare with Expedia is always a wise idea. Simply mark the "No change fee" box under the "Flexible change policies" filter. Your well-priced and flexible flight to South Island is only a few clicks away.

Question 3

What are some of the general tips for travellers to South Island during the COVID-19 outbreak?

Accepted Answer

The COVID-19 outbreak may have changed how we travel, but it hasn't stopped our zest for exploring. Here are a few tips on how to handle the new challenges of travelling:

Know the rules and restrictions in both your origin and destination. It may not be possible to travel depending on local circumstances, so make sure you check before you book your flight.
Keep your face mask on during airport screening. A TSA officer will require you to temporarily lower your mask for identification purposes.
To avoid cross-contamination, position your boarding pass on the scanner yourself and then hold it up for inspection. Do not hand your pass directly to a TSA employee.
One liquid hand sanitizer container is now permitted in your carry-on baggage. It must be no bigger than 12 oz (350 ml), and you'll need to take it out of your bag for X-ray screening.
Empty everything from your pockets, such as your keys, phone and wallet, and put them in your carry-on rather than into bins. This will reduce handling during screening.
If you're taking food on the plane, put it in a clear plastic bag and then into a scanning bin. This lessens the likelihood that a TSA officer will need to handle your food container or carry-on bag for closer inspection.

Question 4

Which airlines fly to South Island?

Accepted Answer

Organise your seat with Air New Zealand and then begin working on your South Island itinerary. This popular airline runs 508 flights every month to Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN), a key gateway.

Question 5

How can I find cheap tickets to South Island?

Accepted Answer

You'll always find an epic deal with Expedia, but our "flexible dates" feature makes it that much easier. Enter your preferred flight date, then check the flexible dates box above to see a list of prices for nearby days. was the best price for a flight to South Island in the last seven days.

Question 6

How much is a flight to South Island?

Accepted Answer

There were lots of cheap fares for the taking in the last seven days, with the cost of a round-trip flight to South Island varying between and . Many lucky holiday makers scored one-way tickets from () for as low as .

Question 7

What are the most popular airports to fly into in South Island?

Accepted Answer

South Island's main entryway is Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN). Get your next big journey underway by reserving a seat on one of the 803 flights every month to this destination.

Question 8

When is the cheapest time to fly to South Island?

Accepted Answer

Fly out on a Tuesday to raise your chances of bagging the cheapest deal to South Island. Mondays are usually the second most affordable day to take off. Saturday is normally the priciest day to fly anywhere.

Question 9

How much is a plane ticket to South Island?

Accepted Answer

In the last seven days, fares to South Island fluctuated from to .

Question 10

Which airlines with flights to South Island employ COVID-19 cleanliness policies?

Accepted Answer

While travelling in a pandemic can be nerve-wracking, airlines are doing all they can to ensure the well-being of passengers and cabin crew. These are some carriers that have implemented changes:

Air New Zealand - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.
Jetstar - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.
Qantas - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.

Question 11

How long is a flight to South Island?

Accepted Answer

The time you'll be travelling for depends on a few things, including where you're taking off from. Average flight times for three of the most popular domestic routes to South Island can be found below:

Auckland Airport (AKL-Auckland Intl.) to Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 1 hour and 54 minutes
Christchurch Airport (CHC-Christchurch Intl.) to Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 1 hour and 6 minutes
Wellington Airport (WLG-Wellington Intl.) to Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 1 hour and 25 minutes

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Where to stay in South Island

Queenstown City Centre

Christchurch City Centre

Dunedin City Centre

Frankton

Christchurch Airport

Top hotels in South Island

Kamana Lakehouse

Bealey Quarter

Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

Popular places to visit

Milford Sound

Lake Pukaki

Lake Wānaka

What to do in South Island

Ulva Island Explorer: Cruise & Guided Walk

Stewart Island Village & Bays Tour

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