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$1,040+ 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 6/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — CHC
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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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 February 20, 2025.

This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/305:02 pmRDU - CHC
2 stops23h 53mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/146:10 amCHC - RDU
2 stops31h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,256
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Mon 7/289:10 amRDU - CHC
2 stops45h 55mAir New Zealand
Fri 8/812:00 pmCHC - RDU
2 stops25h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/19$1,652
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/59:53 pmRDU - CHC
3 stops44h 32mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/122:00 pmCHC - RDU
2 stops37h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,724
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 2/206:00 amRDU - ZQN
2 stops38h 20mAir New Zealand
Sat 3/14:10 pmZQN - RDU
2 stops43h 23mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/19$2,052
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 2/273:41 pmRDU - ZQN
2 stops48h 24mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/318:40 pmZQN - RDU
2 stops37h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$2,123
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Thu 2/275:47 pmRDU - ZQN
2 stops28h 28mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/317:00 amZQN - RDU
2 stops28h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$2,151
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 2/275:47 pmRDU - ZQN
2 stops33h 18mQantas Airways
Mon 3/313:25 pmZQN - RDU
2 stops42h 38mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/19$2,386
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sat 4/54:53 pmRDU - ZQN
2 stops26h 32mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/1210:35 amZQN - RDU
2 stops27h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$2,579
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 2/279:55 amRDU - ZQN
3 stops58h 20mQatar Airways
Mon 3/315:40 pmZQN - RDU
3 stops59h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/19$2,632

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 February 20, 2025.

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Durham

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South Island

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Price

RaleighChristchurch

RDU - CHC

RDUCHC

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/30

5:02 pm-8:55 am

2 stops23h 53m

Christchurch

Wed 5/14

6:10 am-9:39 pm

2 stops31h 29m

$1,256

RaleighChristchurch

RDU - CHC

RDUCHC

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/30

10:35 am-11:05 pm

3 stops44h 30m

Christchurch

Wed 5/14

6:00 am-3:55 pm

3 stops49h 55m

$2,026

RaleighQueenstown

RDU - ZQN

RDUZQN

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 4/6

6:10 am-9:15 pm

2 stops47h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 4/13

7:00 am-3:54 pm

2 stops48h 54m

$2,166

RaleighChristchurch

RDU - CHC

RDUCHC

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 4/6

6:10 am-10:25 am

2 stops36h 15m

Christchurch

Sun 4/13

5:00 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops40h 25m

$2,215

RaleighQueenstown

RDU - ZQN

RDUZQN

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 4/6

3:24 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops31h 06m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 4/13

4:50 pm-4:33 pm

3 stops39h 43m

$2,552

RaleighQueenstown

RDU - ZQN

RDUZQN

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 4/5

4:53 pm-11:25 am

2 stops26h 32m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 4/12

10:35 am-10:00 pm

2 stops27h 25m

$2,579

RaleighQueenstown

RDU - ZQN

RDUZQN

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 4/6

10:35 am-9:15 pm

3 stops42h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 4/13

1:00 pm-6:38 pm

3 stops45h 38m

$2,915

RaleighChristchurch

RDU - CHC

RDUCHC

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 6/25

6:05 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops37h 54m

$1,040

RaleighChristchurch

RDU - CHC

RDUCHC

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 6/24

6:15 am-10:25 am

3 stops36h 10m

$1,210

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 2/19

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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 February 20, 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 February 20, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways and United Airlines 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.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
461 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
461 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
461 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Qantas Airways
7.4
Good
814 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
461 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
461 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

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 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.

  • 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.

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  • 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 2 airlines flying from Durham to South Island

Discover the top 2 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$947Average$1,295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,202Average$1,507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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