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$536+ Cheap flights from Durham, NC to South Island

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — CHC
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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Cheap flight deals from Durham to South Island

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Durham (DU8) to South Island (zzEDG). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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$1,337
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$536
(Kiwi.com)
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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 January 21, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/1911:39 amRDU - CHC
2 stops33h 01mAmerican Airlines
Wed 2/266:15 amCHC - RDU
2 stops29h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,311
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/296:41 pmRDU - CHC
2 stops31h 24mAir New Zealand
Mon 5/58:10 pmCHC - RDU
2 stops49h 28mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/20$1,337
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/2610:35 amRDU - ZQN
3 stops40h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/37:00 amZQN - RDU
2 stops27h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,345
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 6/101:00 pmRDU - CHC
2 stops29h 25mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/266:10 amCHC - RDU
2 stops38h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,372
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/812:45 pmRDU - ZQN
2 stops29h 05mAir New Zealand
Fri 4/251:05 pmZQN - RDU
3 stops25h 08mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/20$1,457
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/165:25 pmRDU - ZQN
2 stops34h 40mQantas Airways
Sun 3/307:00 amZQN - RDU
2 stops51h 03mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/21$1,827
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Sun 3/168:54 amRDU - ZQN
3 stops35h 36mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/2910:35 amZQN - RDU
2 stops28h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,850
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/44:26 pmRDU - ZQN
3 stops29h 49mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/117:00 amZQN - RDU
2 stops27h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,908
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 4/2910:35 amRDU - CHC
3 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/46:00 amCHC - RDU
3 stops44h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,938
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 4/285:48 pmRDU - CHC
2 stops29h 52mQantas Airways
Mon 5/54:05 pmCHC - RDU
2 stops40h 43mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/20$2,026
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/76:23 amRDU - BHE
2 stops56h 52mAir New Zealand
Fri 3/146:00 amBHE - RDU
2 stops40h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/21$2,142
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/271:13 pmRDU - ZQN
3 stops55h 02mQatar Airways
Mon 3/315:40 pmZQN - RDU
3 stops59h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/21$2,421

Find flights from Durham to South Island within your budget

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 January 21, 2025.

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RaleighChristchurch

RDU - CHC

RDUCHC

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/29

6:41 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops31h 24m

Christchurch

Mon 5/5

8:10 pm-5:38 am

2 stops49h 28m

$1,337

RaleighQueenstown

RDU - ZQN

RDUZQN

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/26

10:35 am-7:35 pm

3 stops40h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 4/3

7:00 am-5:03 pm

2 stops27h 03m

$1,345

RaleighChristchurch

RDU - CHC

RDUCHC

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 6/10

1:00 pm-10:25 am

2 stops29h 25m

Christchurch

Thu 6/26

6:10 am-4:51 am

2 stops38h 41m

$1,372

RaleighChristchurch

RDU - CHC

RDUCHC

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/27

7:19 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops25h 21m

Christchurch

Wed 3/5

8:20 am-6:10 pm

2 stops27h 50m

$1,381

RaleighQueenstown

RDU - ZQN

RDUZQN

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/8

12:45 pm-9:50 am

2 stops29h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 4/25

1:05 pm-10:13 pm

3 stops25h 08m

$1,457

RaleighQueenstown

RDU - ZQN

RDUZQN

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/16

5:25 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops34h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 3/30

7:00 am-5:03 pm

2 stops51h 03m

$1,827

RaleighQueenstown

RDU - ZQN

RDUZQN

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/16

8:54 am-1:30 pm

3 stops35h 36m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 3/29

10:35 am-10:18 pm

2 stops28h 43m

$1,850

RaleighQueenstown

RDU - ZQN

RDUZQN

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/4

4:26 pm-4:15 pm

3 stops29h 49m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 3/11

7:00 am-5:03 pm

2 stops27h 03m

$1,908

RaleighChristchurch

RDU - CHC

RDUCHC

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/29

10:35 am-2:25 pm

3 stops35h 50m

Christchurch

Sun 5/4

6:00 am-10:43 am

3 stops44h 43m

$1,938

RaleighChristchurch

RDU - CHC

RDUCHC

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 4/28

5:48 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops29h 52m

Christchurch

Mon 5/5

4:05 pm-4:48 pm

2 stops40h 43m

$2,026

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Best time to book a flight from Durham to South Island

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Travel insights for flights from Durham to South Island

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Durham to South Island including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Durham to South Island. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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 January 21, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air Canada, American Airlines and Air New Zealand 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
1,328 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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
1,328 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,328 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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
7.9
Good
483 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,328 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,754 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,328 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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
824 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,328 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
830 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,328 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Durham to South Island. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Durham to South Island one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $588. Cathay Pacific flights start at $955 while deals on Air New Zealand start at $1,141 one-way.

  • 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 - Queenstown Intl, Raleigh-Durham - Christchurch or Raleigh-Durham - Blenheim as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Durham to South Island that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Durham to South Island flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Durham to South Island?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Durham to South Island.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Durham to South Island?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Durham to South Island by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • 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 airline flying from Durham to South Island

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,202Average$1,555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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