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$476+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to South Island

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LAX — CHC
Feb 28 — Mar 71
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Cheap flight deals from Irvine to South Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Irvine to South Island flight deals. Data was last updated February 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$845
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$476
(oojo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,014
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From Irvine to South Island
One-way flight from Irvine to South Island
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($229 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($53 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

Find flight deals from Irvine to South Island

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 February 23, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1710:10 pmLAX - CHC
1 stop23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/296:10 amCHC - LAX
1 stop29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$845
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Fri 10/1711:55 pmLAX - CHC
1 stop17h 10mFiji Airways
Thu 10/302:05 pmCHC - LAX
1 stop18h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 2/22$909
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/209:10 pmLAX - ZQN
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/307:05 amZQN - LAX
1 stop26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$934
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 11/310:45 pmLAX - CHC
1 stop28h 10mQantas Airways
Mon 11/176:00 amCHC - LAX
1 stop27h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/22$968
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/79:30 pmLAX - ZQN
1 stop27h 45mQantas Airways
Tue 10/143:25 pmZQN - LAX
1 stop18h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/21$1,050
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Mon 11/32:35 pmLAX - CHC
2 stops27h 05mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/178:20 amCHC - LAX
2 stops25h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/22$1,077
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/1310:10 pmLAX - ZQN
1 stop23h 25mAir New Zealand
Tue 4/298:25 pmZQN - LAX
2 stops42h 48mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/21$1,094
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 3/294:16 pmLAX - ZQN
2 stops45h 34mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/710:35 amZQN - LAX
2 stops63h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/22$1,112
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1710:10 pmLAX - CHC
2 stops22h 00mAir New Zealand
Tue 4/292:25 pmCHC - LAX
2 stops41h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/21$1,223
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/245:10 pmLAX - CHC
2 stops34h 30mAir Canada
Fri 3/146:15 amCHC - LAX
2 stops24h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 2/21$1,312
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 3/1711:45 pmLAX - NSN
2 stops26h 00mQantas Airways
Thu 4/1710:20 amNSN - LAX
2 stops47h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/22$1,535
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1811:45 pmLAX - NSN
3 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/156:00 amNSN - LAX
2 stops27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/22$1,605

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 23, 2025.

Fly from

Irvine

Fly to

South Island

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Thu 4/17

10:10 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop23h 15m

Christchurch

Tue 4/29

6:10 am-4:40 pm

1 stop29h 30m

$845

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Tue 8/12

11:55 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop17h 20m

Christchurch

Thu 8/21

1:05 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$931

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Sun 4/20

9:10 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops20h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 4/30

7:05 am-2:25 pm

1 stop26h 20m

$934

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Sat 7/5

10:30 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Christchurch

Tue 7/22

6:20 am-7:00 am

1 stop19h 40m

$970

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Wed 5/14

10:55 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop27h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 5/24

7:05 am-2:25 pm

1 stop26h 20m

$1,065

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Sun 4/13

9:10 pm-8:25 am

2 stops40h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 4/29

8:25 pm-8:13 pm

2 stops42h 48m

$1,094

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Sat 3/29

4:16 pm-9:50 am

2 stops45h 34m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 4/7

10:35 am-6:40 am

2 stops63h 05m

$1,112

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Thu 4/17

10:10 pm-3:10 pm

2 stops22h 00m

Christchurch

Tue 4/29

2:25 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops41h 55m

$1,223

Los AngelesNelson

LAX - NSN

LAXNSN

Los Angeles

Mon 3/17

11:45 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops26h 00m

Nelson

Thu 4/17

10:20 am-2:20 pm

2 stops47h 00m

$1,535

Los AngelesNelson

LAX - NSN

LAXNSN

Los Angeles

Tue 3/18

11:45 pm-7:40 am

3 stops35h 55m

Nelson

Tue 4/15

6:00 am-2:20 pm

2 stops27h 20m

$1,605

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to South Island

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Travel insights for flights from Irvine to South Island

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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 $1,869). 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.

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 February 23, 2025.

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 February 23, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown EVA Air, ANA and Emirates from Irvine to South Island. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

8.4
Very good

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 $476. However, be on the lookout for offers from Cathay Pacific and Qantas Airways, 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?

  • 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.

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    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.

  • 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 $1,869). 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 4 airlines flying from Irvine to South Island

Discover the top 4 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$605Average$890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$693Average$863FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$960Average$1,326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,035Average$1,589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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