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The Latest South Island Holiday Deals

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MCM Motel

MCM Motel

4 out of 5
Saint Albans
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Price was NZ$595, price is now NZ$365 per person
NZ$365
per person
17 Apr - 19 Apr
found 10 hours ago
Return flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Christchurch (CHC)
9/10 Wonderful! (938 reviews)
Clean room, staff were friendly and awesome to deal with. So close to everything.

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

De Lago Motel Apartments

De Lago Motel Apartments

3.5 out of 5
Merivale
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Price was NZ$1,166, price is now NZ$744 per person
NZ$744
per person
16 Apr - 22 Apr
found 17 hours ago
Return flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Christchurch (CHC)
8.6/10 Excellent! (158 reviews)
Very helpful and friendly staff, great that the room had a washing machine.

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Hotel 115 Christchurch

Hotel 115 Christchurch

4 out of 5
Christchurch City Centre
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Price was NZ$1,549, price is now NZ$1,058 per person
NZ$1,058
per person
16 Apr - 22 Apr
found 17 hours ago
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Auckland (AKL) to Christchurch (CHC)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
We arrived at reception early and were warmly welcomed by the receptionist Brianna. She was friendly and efficient and a great front of house for the hotel. The hotel itself is quirky , modern and colourful but full of character. Our room although small had everything necessary. The bed was so comfortable. Very good value for money as well .

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

ASURE Green Gables Motel

ASURE Green Gables Motel

4 out of 5
Boulcott
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Price was NZ$878, price is now NZ$607 per person
NZ$607
per person
22 Mar - 28 Mar
found 11 hours ago
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Auckland (AKL) to Wellington (WLG)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (181 reviews)
Room was good although wear and tear was showing. The heater in the room is quite noisy.

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

The Parque

The Parque

3.5 out of 5
Christchurch City Centre
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Price was NZ$1,168, price is now NZ$818 per person
NZ$818
per person
16 Apr - 22 Apr
found 17 hours ago
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Auckland (AKL) to Christchurch (CHC)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (192 reviews)
Great place and awesome location next to the Park!!

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

Our guide on where to stay in South Island

Find the best South Island areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about South Island
Queenstown Beach showing a lake or waterhole, a small town or village and a pebble beach

Queenstown City Centre

5/5(1 area review)

The panoramic lake views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Queenstown City Centre. Make a stop by Skycity Queenstown Casino or Queenstown Mall while you're exploring the area.

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South Island Holiday

Our pick of the best South Island Hotel Deals

Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse

4.5 out of 5
139 Fernhill Road Queenstown
The price is NZ$602 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
NZ$602
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (568 reviews)
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Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Kamana Lakehouse
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

4 out of 5
24 Frankton Road Queenstown
The price is NZ$511 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
NZ$511
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Room was fine; however checking in we were made to wait until precisely 3:00pm in reception and had to ask for our room even then and transpired it could have been accessed earlier even though we’d explained we’d had a 24+ hour journey. Seemed rather discourteous really. Disappointing

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

4 out of 5
16 - 18 Mountain Ash Drive Queenstown
The price is NZ$393 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
NZ$393
6 Mar - 7 Mar
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,427 reviews)
Small room but very nice setup. Feel very comfortable. Reception is very warm.

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
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Discover the most popular places to visit in South Island

Mount Cook National Park which includes mountains, landscape views and tranquil scenes

Mount Cook National Park

Ski on a glacier, enjoy hot springs and tackle the peak where Sir Edmund Hillary trained for Everest in this spectacular part of New Zealand.

Mount Cook National Park
Lyttelton Harbour showing a marina, mountains and a bay or harbour

Lyttelton Harbour

4/5(348 reviews)

Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills.

Lyttelton Harbour
Sumner Beach showing rocky coastline

Sumner Beach

4.5/5(272 reviews)

The main beach in the seaside retreat of Sumner is an idyllic place to spend a day in the sun away from the centre of Christchurch.

Sumner Beach

What to do in South Island

Stewart Island Fly Explore Fly

Stewart Island Fly Explore Fly with Glenorchy Air

NZ$849
per adult
Stewart Island Fly Explore Fly with Glenorchy Air
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Frequently asked questions

Can I cancel my flight booking to South Island due to COVID-19?
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.
What's the best way to find cheap flights to South Island that have flexible change policies?
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.
What are some of the general tips for travellers to South Island during the COVID-19 outbreak?
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.

Which airlines fly to South Island?
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.
How can I find cheap tickets to South Island?
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.
How much is a flight to South Island?
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 .
What are the most popular airports to fly into in South Island?
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.
When is the cheapest time to fly to South Island?
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.
How much is a plane ticket to South Island?
In the last seven days, fares to South Island fluctuated from to .
Which airlines with flights to South Island employ COVID-19 cleanliness policies?
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.

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