What is the cheapest airline that flies from Birmingham to South Island?

Qantas Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Birmingham to South Island

Which airlines fly to South Island?

Emirates, Qantas Airways and Singapore Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Island from Birmingham according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 75% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Island. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to South Island on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Birmingham Airport to South Island?

Prices for flights from Birmingham Airport to South Island refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Birmingham Airport to South Island?

As of December 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Birmingham Airport to South Island.

How old do you have to be to fly from Birmingham Airport to South Island?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Birmingham Airport to South Island.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Island?

The necessary travel and health documents for your South Island trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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14:35 - 12:55

BHX

CHC

35h 20m2 stops

08:20 - 19:40

CHC

BHX

46h 20m2 stops

£1,287Emirates

Wed, 22 Apr - Sun, 3 May

13:40 - 23:55

BHX

CHC

45h 15m2 stops

06:05 - 11:40

CHC

BHX

42h 35m2 stops

£1,293Emirates

Sat, 7 Mar - Wed, 11 Mar

13:40 - 14:00

BHX

CHC

35h 20m2 stops

06:05 - 18:45

CHC

BHX

49h 40m2 stops

£1,293Emirates

Sat, 7 Mar - Wed, 11 Mar

13:40 - 14:35

BHX

ZQN

35h 55m2 stops

07:00 - 11:40

ZQN

BHX

41h 40m2 stops

£1,327Emirates

Wed, 11 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar

10:50 - 09:55

BHX

CHC

34h 05m3 stops

06:10 - 10:30

CHC

BHX

41h 20m3 stops

£1,524Multiple Airlines

Sun, 25 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb

14:10 - 17:20

BHX

CHC

38h 10m2 stops

06:10 - 15:40

CHC

BHX

46h 30m3 stops

£1,532Multiple Airlines

Sun, 25 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb

13:40 - 23:55

BHX

CHC

45h 15m2 stops

17:45 - 12:25

CHC

BHX

29h 40m2 stops

£1,557Qantas Airways

Thu, 26 Mar - Fri, 17 Apr

13:40 - 00:10

BHX

CHC

45h 30m2 stops

06:05 - 18:45

CHC

BHX

49h 40m2 stops

£1,591Qantas Airways

Tue, 20 Jan - Tue, 17 Feb

07:40 - 14:15

BHX

ZQN

41h 35m2 stops

17:40 - 06:40

ZQN

BHX

48h 00m2 stops

£1,762Qatar Airways

Tue, 13 Jan - Sun, 5 Apr

07:40 - 14:15

BHX

ZQN

41h 35m2 stops

17:40 - 06:40

ZQN

BHX

48h 00m2 stops

£1,763Qatar Airways

Tue, 13 Jan - Sun, 5 Apr

Qantas Airways flights from Birmingham to South Island

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Qantas Airways

26 Mar

BHX13:40Birmingham

45h 15m

2 stops

CHC23:55Christchurch

17 Apr

CHC17:45Christchurch

29h 40m

2 stops

BHX12:25Birmingham

£1,557

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Qantas Airways

20 Jan

BHX13:40Birmingham

45h 30m

2 stops

CHC00:10Christchurch

17 Feb

CHC06:05Christchurch

49h 40m

2 stops

BHX18:45Birmingham

£1,591

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Qantas Airways

20 Jan

BHX13:40Birmingham

45h 30m

2 stops

CHC00:10Christchurch

17 Feb

CHC06:05Christchurch

42h 35m

2 stops

BHX11:40Birmingham

£1,591

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Emirates

22 Apr

BHX14:35Birmingham

35h 20m

2 stops

CHC12:55Christchurch

3 May

CHC08:20Christchurch

46h 20m

2 stops

BHX19:40Birmingham

£1,287

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Emirates

7 Mar

BHX13:40Birmingham

45h 15m

2 stops

CHC23:55Christchurch

11 Mar

CHC06:05Christchurch

42h 35m

2 stops

BHX11:40Birmingham

£1,293

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Emirates

7 Mar

BHX13:40Birmingham

35h 20m

2 stops

CHC14:00Christchurch

11 Mar

CHC06:05Christchurch

49h 40m

2 stops

BHX18:45Birmingham

£1,293

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BHXCHC

Birmingham

Wed 22/4

14:35-12:55

2 stops35h 20m

Christchurch

Sun 3/5

08:20-19:40

2 stops46h 20m

£1,287

BirminghamChristchurch

BHX - CHC

BHXCHC

Birmingham

Sat 7/3

13:40-23:55

2 stops45h 15m

Christchurch

Wed 11/3

06:05-11:40

2 stops42h 35m

£1,293

BirminghamChristchurch

BHX - CHC

BHXCHC

Birmingham

Sat 7/3

13:40-14:00

2 stops35h 20m

Christchurch

Wed 11/3

06:05-18:45

2 stops49h 40m

£1,293

BirminghamQueenstown

BHX - ZQN

BHXZQN

Birmingham

Wed 11/3

13:40-14:35

2 stops35h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 15/3

07:00-11:40

2 stops41h 40m

£1,327

BirminghamChristchurch

BHX - CHC

BHXCHC

Birmingham

Sun 25/1

10:50-09:55

3 stops34h 05m

Christchurch

Sun 1/2

06:10-10:30

3 stops41h 20m

£1,524

BirminghamChristchurch

BHX - CHC

BHXCHC

Birmingham

Sun 25/1

14:10-17:20

2 stops38h 10m

Christchurch

Sun 1/2

06:10-15:40

3 stops46h 30m

£1,532

BirminghamChristchurch

BHX - CHC

BHXCHC

Birmingham

Thu 26/3

13:40-23:55

2 stops45h 15m

Christchurch

Fri 17/4

17:45-12:25

2 stops29h 40m

£1,557

BirminghamChristchurch

BHX - CHC

BHXCHC

Birmingham

Tue 20/1

13:40-00:10

2 stops45h 30m

Christchurch

Tue 17/2

06:05-18:45

2 stops49h 40m

£1,591

BirminghamQueenstown

BHX - ZQN

BHXZQN

Birmingham

Tue 13/1

07:40-14:15

2 stops41h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 5/4

17:40-06:40

2 stops48h 00m

£1,762

BirminghamQueenstown

BHX - ZQN

BHXZQN

Birmingham

Tue 13/1

07:40-14:15

2 stops41h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 5/4

17:40-06:40

2 stops48h 00m

£1,763

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Birmingham to South Island

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Island?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to South Island. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £1,069. If you’re not able to fly to South Island in May, then April is your next best option. Flight prices from Birmingham to South Island during April average around £1,216.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Island?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Island is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as £1,271. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to South Island on Sunday is £1,500.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Island?

Flying to South Island from Birmingham in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £1,377 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are £1,443 on average. Flights to South Island from Birmingham in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Island?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Island from Birmingham when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Island for around £1,510 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Island from Birmingham for as low as £1,070 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Birmingham to South Island flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Birmingham to South Island.

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Fastest flight time	35h 20m
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The fastest flight from Birmingham to South Island takes 35h 20m

There are no direct flights from Birmingham to South Island. There are no popular flight routes from Birmingham to South Island.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Birmingham Airport to South Island?
Prices for flights from Birmingham Airport to South Island refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Birmingham Airport to South Island?
As of December 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Birmingham Airport to South Island.
How old do you have to be to fly from Birmingham Airport to South Island?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Birmingham Airport to South Island.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Island?
The necessary travel and health documents for your South Island trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Birmingham to South Island?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Birmingham and South Island, the leading plane model is Airbus A320-100/200, making up 24.32% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) with 19.62%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 11.93%, and Airbus A321neo with 9.44%.

Best airlines flying from Birmingham to South Island

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Birmingham to South Island with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Emirates	PriceFrom £1,069	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,435 reviews		Search Emirates flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom £1,160	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 947 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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Can I find flights from Birmingham to South Island with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from Birmingham to South Island with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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