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$1,708+ Cheap flights from Durham, NC to South Island

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — CHC
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Wed 4/9
Wed 4/16
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Cheap flight deals from Durham to South Island

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FlightHub
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Round-trip from

$1,708
(Gurufare)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,538
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Cheapest flights from Durham to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durham to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 4, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/37:46 pmRDU - ZQN
2 stops33h 29mQantas Airways
Wed 9/177:05 amZQN - RDU
2 stops33h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/4$1,708
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/286:00 pmRDU - CHC
2 stops37h 59mQantas Airways
Fri 8/86:00 amCHC - RDU
2 stops28h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/3$1,724
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/39:00 amRDU - ZQN
2 stops37h 20mAir New Zealand
Wed 9/177:00 amZQN - RDU
2 stops31h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/3$1,749
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/16:10 amRDU - CHC
2 stops37h 15mAir New Zealand
Tue 5/138:10 pmCHC - RDU
2 stops42h 06mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/3$1,808
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/287:00 amRDU - CHC
3 stops48h 05mAir Canada
Fri 8/86:05 amCHC - RDU
2 stops31h 39mAir Canada
Deal found 4/3$1,907
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/110:16 amRDU - CHC
3 stops33h 09mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/86:35 amCHC - RDU
2 stops26h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,916
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/287:00 amRDU - CHC
3 stops48h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/86:00 amCHC - RDU
3 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$2,072
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/192:51 pmRDU - ZQN
3 stops31h 29mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/263:05 pmZQN - RDU
2 stops29h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/4$2,109
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/197:00 amRDU - ZQN
3 stops39h 20mAir Canada
Mon 5/262:25 pmZQN - RDU
3 stops65h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 4/4$2,132
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/36:30 amRDU - ZQN
3 stops39h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/178:40 pmZQN - RDU
3 stops53h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4$2,210
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/304:50 pmRDU - CHC
3 stops48h 40mSingapore Airlines
Wed 5/1410:50 amCHC - RDU
3 stops52h 31mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/3$3,526

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Durham to South Island that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Durham to South Island that are best for you.

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Durham

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South Island

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Depart

Return

Price

RaleighQueenstown

RDU - ZQN

RDUZQN

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 9/3

7:46 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops33h 29m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 9/17

7:05 am-12:25 am

2 stops33h 20m

$1,708

RaleighChristchurch

RDU - CHC

RDUCHC

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 7/28

6:00 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops37h 59m

Christchurch

Fri 8/8

6:00 am-6:15 pm

2 stops28h 15m

$1,724

RaleighQueenstown

RDU - ZQN

RDUZQN

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 9/3

9:00 am-2:20 pm

2 stops37h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 9/17

7:00 am-10:00 pm

2 stops31h 00m

$1,749

RaleighChristchurch

RDU - CHC

RDUCHC

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/1

6:10 am-11:25 am

2 stops37h 15m

Christchurch

Tue 5/13

8:10 pm-10:16 pm

2 stops42h 06m

$1,808

RaleighChristchurch

RDU - CHC

RDUCHC

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 7/28

7:00 am-11:05 pm

3 stops48h 05m

Christchurch

Fri 8/8

6:05 am-9:44 pm

2 stops31h 39m

$1,907

RaleighChristchurch

RDU - CHC

RDUCHC

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/1

10:16 am-11:25 am

3 stops33h 09m

Christchurch

Thu 5/8

6:35 am-5:25 pm

2 stops26h 50m

$1,916

RaleighChristchurch

RDU - CHC

RDUCHC

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 7/28

7:00 am-11:05 pm

3 stops48h 05m

Christchurch

Fri 8/8

6:00 am-8:25 pm

3 stops30h 25m

$2,072

RaleighQueenstown

RDU - ZQN

RDUZQN

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/19

2:51 pm-2:20 pm

3 stops31h 29m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 5/26

3:05 pm-4:54 am

2 stops29h 49m

$2,109

RaleighQueenstown

RDU - ZQN

RDUZQN

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/19

7:00 am-2:20 pm

3 stops39h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 5/26

2:25 pm-3:55 pm

3 stops65h 30m

$2,132

RaleighQueenstown

RDU - ZQN

RDUZQN

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 9/3

6:30 am-2:20 pm

3 stops39h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 9/17

8:40 pm-10:38 am

3 stops53h 58m

$2,210

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DU8 to EDG?

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Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Durham to South Island as you normally would.

Rainfall in South Island by month

Plan your trip to South Island by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Island ranges from 1.6 - 2.4 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit South Island when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in South Island by month

Plan your trip to South Island by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Island, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 42.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing South Island

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Island. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to South Island. Reviews last updated April 4, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways from Durham to South Island to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,287 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,287 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,287 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
461 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,287 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
815 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,287 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,618 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,287 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Air Canada
7.0
Good
9,034 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,287 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

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  • What are the most popular routes from Durham to South Island?

    When deciding which route to take from Durham to South Island consider Raleigh-Durham - Christchurch, Raleigh-Durham - Queenstown Intl or Raleigh-Durham - Blenheim as they are the most popular.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durham to South Island?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to South Island (average of $1,101). Flying from Durham to South Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,869). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Durham to South Island

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Durham to South Island. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$947Average$1,295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,176Average$1,427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,202Average$1,507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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