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$586+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, 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 4/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CHC
Apr 16 — Apr 231
Wed 4/16
Wed 4/23
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Cheap flight deals from Salinas to South Island

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$964
(Priceline)

One-way from

$586
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,098
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 11, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Fri 9/1910:35 pmSFO - CHC
1 stop18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/37:20 amCHC - SFO
2 stops26h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/10$964
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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.
Fri 10/3111:25 pmSFO - ZQN
2 stops38h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/134:55 pmZQN - SFO
2 stops40h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11$1,130
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1710:55 pmSFO - CHC
1 stop18h 20mFiji Airways
Sat 5/38:30 amCHC - SFO
2 stops48h 20mFiji Airways
Deal found 4/10$1,135
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/2411:25 pmSFO - BHE
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/299:45 amBHE - SFO
2 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/10$1,139
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 11/194:35 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops35h 05mAir Canada
Tue 12/210:30 amCHC - SFO
2 stops21h 26mAir Canada
Deal found 4/10$1,169
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 11/197:50 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops18h 50mAir New Zealand
Tue 12/23:05 pmCHC - SFO
1 stop17h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/10$1,277
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 7/110:00 pmSFO - CHC
1 stop22h 25mQantas Airways
Wed 7/306:20 amCHC - SFO
2 stops28h 29mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/10$1,308
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 8/610:05 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop18h 20mAir New Zealand
Wed 8/133:05 pmZQN - SFO
1 stop16h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/10$1,360
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 5/810:40 pmSFO - IVC
2 stops19h 55mAir New Zealand
Thu 5/156:10 amIVC - SFO
2 stops19h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/10$1,369
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Fri 10/249:05 pmSFO - BHE
2 stops20h 25mAir New Zealand
Wed 10/291:15 pmBHE - SFO
1 stop18h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/10$1,554
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Thu 8/1412:24 amSFO - ZQN
2 stops38h 26mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/110:35 amZQN - SFO
1 stop21h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/10$1,590
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 5/259:16 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops43h 09mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/14:00 pmCHC - SFO
2 stops33h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/10$1,627

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas 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 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to South Island that are best for you.

Fly from

Salinas

Fly to

South Island

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Fri 9/19

10:35 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Christchurch

Fri 10/3

7:20 am-1:22 pm

2 stops26h 02m

$964

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Tue 7/1

10:00 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop22h 25m

Christchurch

Wed 7/30

6:20 am-3:49 pm

2 stops28h 29m

$1,308

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Wed 8/6

10:05 pm-11:25 am

1 stop18h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 8/13

3:05 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop16h 45m

$1,360

San FranciscoInvercargill

SFO - IVC

SFOIVC

San Francisco

Thu 5/8

10:40 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops19h 55m

Invercargill

Thu 5/15

6:10 am-7:00 am

2 stops19h 50m

$1,369

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Thu 5/22

7:55 pm-11:10 am

2 stops44h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 5/28

10:55 am-12:50 pm

1 stop20h 55m

$1,397

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Thu 5/1

10:55 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Christchurch

Thu 5/15

1:15 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop19h 10m

$1,407

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Sun 6/8

10:05 pm-10:25 am

1 stop17h 20m

Christchurch

Sat 6/14

7:35 pm-7:00 am

2 stops54h 25m

$1,425

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Thu 8/14

12:24 am-9:50 am

2 stops38h 26m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 9/1

10:35 am-12:50 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$1,590

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Sun 5/25

9:16 pm-11:25 am

2 stops43h 09m

Christchurch

Sun 6/1

4:00 pm-6:50 am

2 stops33h 50m

$1,627

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Sat 6/7

1:15 am-12:45 am

2 stops52h 30m

Christchurch

Sat 6/14

6:05 am-6:45 am

2 stops43h 40m

$2,807

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to South Island

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Salinas to South Island

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to South Island (average of $1,101). Flying from Salinas 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 S9N to EDG?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 April 11, 2025.

When flying from Salinas 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 April 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Salinas to South Island, such as EVA Air, ANA and Singapore Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,172 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

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.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,172 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,172 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

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.
ANA
8.3
Very good
835 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,172 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,288 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,172 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,172 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

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.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
180 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,172 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

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 Salinas to South Island one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Salinas to South Island are Fiji Airways ($757), Air New Zealand ($795), and Qantas Airways ($894).

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

    The most popular route from Salinas to South Island is San Francisco - Christchurch. You may also consider San Francisco - Queenstown Intl or San Francisco - Dunedin.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Salinas to South Island?

    Before booking your flight to South Island from Salinas, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: United Airlines (75%), Air New Zealand (75%), SWISS( 75%).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas 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 Salinas to South Island?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to South Island (average of $1,101). Flying from Salinas 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 Salinas to South Island

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Salinas 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 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$725Average$908FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,019Average$1,457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,037Average$1,439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,094Average$1,266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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