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$506+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA 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 1/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CHC
Nov 9 — Nov 161
1 adult
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Cheapest flights from Irvine to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 4, 2024.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/610:00 pmLAX - CHC
1 stop46h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/126:05 amCHC - LAX
1 stop22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,119
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/97:05 pmLAX - CHC
1 stop16h 10mAir New Zealand
Thu 12/265:00 pmCHC - LAX
1 stop15h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/3$1,272
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/110:45 pmLAX - ZQN
2 stops38h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/97:00 amZQN - LAX
1 stop26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,316
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/158:10 pmLAX - CHC
1 stop30h 45mQantas Airways
Sun 11/243:40 pmCHC - LAX
1 stop22h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/3$1,346
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/28:10 pmLAX - ZQN
1 stop22h 20mQantas Airways
Mon 12/97:00 amZQN - LAX
1 stop26h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/3$1,394
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Mon 12/27:05 pmLAX - ZQN
2 stops18h 35mAir New Zealand
Mon 12/98:25 pmZQN - LAX
2 stops45h 03mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/3$1,403
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/1710:00 pmLAX - CHC
1 stop46h 20mChina Southern
Sat 11/3010:30 pmCHC - LAX
1 stop40h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 11/4$1,446
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/2612:51 amLAX - CHC
2 stops49h 04mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/111:00 pmCHC - LAX
2 stops22h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/4$1,622
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/268:00 pmLAX - NSN
1 stop17h 05mAir New Zealand
Sun 1/56:25 pmNSN - LAX
2 stops37h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/4$2,057
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/23:35 pmLAX - ZQN
3 stops46h 45mEmirates
Mon 12/97:00 amZQN - LAX
2 stops74h 45mEmirates
Deal found 11/3$2,979
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2610:45 pmLAX - NSN
3 stops38h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/512:00 pmNSN - LAX
2 stops20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$3,048
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/267:20 pmLAX - BHE
2 stops24h 40mAir New Zealand
Sun 1/54:15 pmBHE - LAX
2 stops16h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/4$3,200

Find flights from Irvine to South Island within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.

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Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Wed 1/29

7:00 am-10:20 pm

2 stops42h 20m

$506

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Sun 4/6

9:10 pm-8:05 am

1 stop15h 55m

$561

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Wed 2/5

5:10 pm-12:40 am

2 stops34h 30m

$563

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Mon 1/20

11:55 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$601

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Mon 2/10

10:15 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop42h 05m

$622

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Tue 12/10

10:45 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop17h 35m

$692

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Sun 11/24

10:00 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop46h 20m

$860

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Wed 1/22

9:20 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop21h 05m

$962

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Thu 2/20

11:00 am-8:35 am

3 stops48h 35m

$539

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Sun 1/19

10:25 am-10:35 am

1 stop27h 10m

$1,078

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to South Island

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Island from Irvine with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Irvine to South Island

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

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to South Island (average of $1,101). Flying from Irvine to South Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,712). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IR9 to EDG?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine 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 November 4, 2024.

When flying from Irvine to South Island, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 November 4, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air New Zealand, United Airlines and Emirates from Irvine to South Island. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,326 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,326 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,326 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

ANA
8.4
Very good
831 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,326 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,326 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,336 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,326 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
200 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,326 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

Related info for your journey

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

  • Can I find flights from Irvine to South Island for under $900 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Irvine to South Island for under $900. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $871, but on average you can expect to pay $1,599.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Irvine to South Island for under $1,500?

    There are currently 5+ open flights from Irvine to South Island within the next 7 days for less than $1,500.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air New Zealand, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $561. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Canada and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Irvine to South Island for a low price.

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

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles - Christchurch, Los Angeles - Queenstown Intl or Los Angeles - Nelson when deciding on the best route from Irvine to South Island.

  • What does LAX to CHC mean?

    Los Angeles Airport is LAX and Christchurch Airport is CHC. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Queenstown Intl Airport (ZQN), Dunedin Airport (DUD), Nelson Airport (NSN), Invercargill Airport (IVC), Blenheim Airport (BHE) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Irvine to South Island that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Irvine to South Island flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Irvine to South Island with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Irvine to South Island flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Irvine 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Irvine to South Island that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Irvine to South Island offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Irvine to South Island?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Irvine to South Island flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Irvine to South Island flight deals updated?

    The Irvine to South Island flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/4.

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to South Island (average of $1,101). Flying from Irvine to South Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,712). 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 5 airlines flying from Irvine to South Island

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Irvine 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$605Average$1,041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$769Average$881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$960Average$1,312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
United AirlinesCheapest$990Average$1,041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,142Average$1,521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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