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Top places to visit in Southland

A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, a river flowing into the sea, and distant landforms.

Invercargill

A clear river with large rocks, lush green trees, and a mountain in the background.

Fiordland National Park

Cheap flights to Southland from $53 One Way, $102 Round Trip

$102 return flights and $53 one-way flights to Southland were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Oct 28

AKL

Auckland

ZQN

Queenstown

$102

Roundtrip

found 18 hours ago

Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Sep 17

AKL

Auckland

ZQN

Queenstown

$193

Roundtrip

found 2 hours ago

Thu, Feb 25 - Mon, Mar 1

AKL

Auckland

IVC

Invercargill

$224

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Wed, Nov 18 - Tue, Nov 24

SYD

Sydney

ZQN

Queenstown

$398

Roundtrip

found 4 days ago

Wed, Feb 24 - Thu, Feb 25

SYD

Sydney

ZQN

Queenstown

$444

Roundtrip

found 6 days ago

Thu, Mar 11 - Tue, Mar 23

SYD

Sydney

IVC

Invercargill

$679

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Fri, Feb 5 - Sun, Feb 14

SFO

San Francisco

ZQN

Queenstown

$994

Roundtrip

found 13 hours ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
AKL	Queenstown	September 5 to September 16	$251
CHC	Queenstown	September 4 to September 7	$500
MEL	Queenstown	September 6 to September 10	$574
SYD	Queenstown	September 6 to September 12	$628

*Prices include taxes and fees

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Score Epic Southland Accommodation Deals

Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

77 Manapouri - Te Anau Highway Te Anau

$39 nightly

$46 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this holiday park in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)

"Beautiful place to stay"

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026

Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau

128 Te Anau Terrace Te Anau

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$47 nightly

$55 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury holiday park in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...

9/10 Wonderful! (828 reviews)

"Excellent place to stay while you are in Te Anau. Well located, and beautifully maintained. Absolutely 5 stars!"

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2026

Ibis Styles Invercargill

15 Tay Street Invercargill

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$82 nightly

$94 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Total with taxes and fees

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Fiordland Hotel

1 Burnby Drive Te Anau

$67 nightly

$77 total

Sep 19 - Sep 20

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hotel in Te Anau. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...

7.2/10 Good! (703 reviews)

"Was a late check in and early departure so did not see anyone but key and room was easy to find and return"

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2026

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our Top Southland Apartment Hotels

Lakeside Motel & Apartments

36 Lakefront Drive Te Anau

$82 nightly

$95 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this motel in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Luxmore Jet and Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)

"Great location and very well renovated. Kitchen was well stocked with utensils and appliances. Wi-fi was spotty (likely due to weather) and was difficult to get the temperature correct. Lovely spot on the lake for a peaceful morning coffee."

Reviewed on Aug 25, 2026

Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau

128 Te Anau Terrace Te Anau

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$47 nightly

$55 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury holiday park in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...

9/10 Wonderful! (828 reviews)

"Excellent place to stay while you are in Te Anau. Well located, and beautifully maintained. Absolutely 5 stars!"

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2026

Fiordland Lakeview Motel and Apartments

42 Lakefront Drive Te Anau

$137 nightly

$158 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this beach motel in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...

9.8/10 Exceptional! (926 reviews)

"A clean and very spacious room. The kitchen was outdated, but had all the utilities needed. The location and view were fantastic. One downside was they don't do breakfasts."

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2026

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Aden Motel

57-59 Quintin Drive Te Anau

$75 nightly

$86 total

Sep 21 - Sep 22

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this family-friendly motel in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

9/10 Wonderful! (529 reviews)

"One of the best motel in South Island! Includes well equipped kitchen, more than basic amenities compared to any motels. Highly recommended!"

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2026

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

77 Manapouri - Te Anau Highway Te Anau

$39 nightly

$46 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this holiday park in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)

"Beautiful place to stay"

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026

Lakeside Motel & Apartments

36 Lakefront Drive Te Anau

$82 nightly

$95 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this motel in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Luxmore Jet and Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)

"Great location and very well renovated. Kitchen was well stocked with utensils and appliances. Wi-fi was spotty (likely due to weather) and was difficult to get the temperature correct. Lovely spot on the lake for a peaceful morning coffee."

Reviewed on Aug 25, 2026

Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau

128 Te Anau Terrace Te Anau

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$47 nightly

$55 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury holiday park in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...

9/10 Wonderful! (828 reviews)

"Excellent place to stay while you are in Te Anau. Well located, and beautifully maintained. Absolutely 5 stars!"

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2026

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La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

16 - 18 Mountain Ash Drive Queenstown

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$112 nightly

$129 total

Sep 3 - Sep 4

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this aparthotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,628 reviews)

"Great hotel, best non holster, rooms large, 30 ish parking slots but if full very cheap car park behind hotel $1 per hour $10 24 hourd"

Reviewed on Aug 26, 2026

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Southland

Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau

128 Te Anau Terrace Te Anau

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$47 nightly

$55 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury holiday park in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...

9/10 Wonderful! (828 reviews)

"Excellent place to stay while you are in Te Anau. Well located, and beautifully maintained. Absolutely 5 stars!"

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2026

Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

77 Manapouri - Te Anau Highway Te Anau

$39 nightly

$46 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this holiday park in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)

"Beautiful place to stay"

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026

Lakeside Motel & Apartments

36 Lakefront Drive Te Anau

$82 nightly

$95 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this motel in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Luxmore Jet and Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)

"Great location and very well renovated. Kitchen was well stocked with utensils and appliances. Wi-fi was spotty (likely due to weather) and was difficult to get the temperature correct. Lovely spot on the lake for a peaceful morning coffee."

Reviewed on Aug 25, 2026

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Birchwood Cottages

208 Milford Road Te Anau

Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Fiordland Cinema and Luxmore Jet are located nearby.

9.2/10 Wonderful! (162 reviews)

Families like: Playground, games and toys, laundry

Travelers say...

"V good"

Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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4 people

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Toyota Corolla

5 people

SUV

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5 people

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight to Southland?

If you're hunting down return flights, fares ranged from $102 to $994 this last week. The cheapest one-way ticket prices were $53, originating from Auckland (AKL).

How to book the cheapest flight to Southland?

With some of the biggest and best flight deals around, you'll always get more for your money with Orbitz. The following suggestions will help you snap up cheap flights to Southland — and leave you with more money in your pocket:

Depending on where you're departing from, choose the 'Nearby airports' function (located under the departure and arrival options). In certain cases, alternative departure points will have more competitive fares.
Similarly, click on the 'Show flexible dates' option to compare the prices on days either side of your chosen departure. It's possible to find cheaper flight deals if your travel dates are flexible.
Hit 'Show options' to filter your search results. You can choose your preferred seating class and airline here. Under 'Sort & Filter' to the left, you can even select whether you'd like to fly in the morning, afternoon or evening.
The early bird catches the best savings, so purchase your seats once you've settled on your travel dates. The most affordable fares get snapped up first and prices increase as the departure date gets closer.
Bundle your flights, hotels and car rentals into a package deal and unlock great discounts. Save your hard-earned cash for things that really excite you, like exploring every corner of Southland.
Don't fly during peak seasons if possible. By avoiding summer and school vacations, you can save big on your airfares.

What is the best time to book a flight to Southland?

Book in January, February or August for the lowest airfares to Southland. Once you've located a bargain, snap it up — cheap flights are known to come and go in the blink of an eye.

What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Southland?

Typically, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays are the cheapest days of the week to book flights to Southland. If you want the best airfares, search across those days and you could score an excellent flight deal.

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Southland?

Based on Orbitz data from 2020, Monday is normally the best day of the week for cheap flights to Southland. Tuesday also has wallet-friendly airfares, whereas Saturday has the most expensive ticket rates. Although flying out at the weekend can be more suitable, you'll have more money to play with if you set off early in the week.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Southland?

To book cheap flights to Southland, pack your suitcase and fly out in August. Orbitz data shows that this is generally the best month to save serious money on your fare. If you're hoping to jet to Southland in June, it's worth remembering that this is the most expensive time of year to travel.

Which airlines allow free cancellation?

Flexibility is important, that's why Orbitz lets you search for carriers that won't slap you with a fee for making amendments. Enter your departure and arrival points, then click on "Filter by flexible change policies." We'll show you options that include free cancellation within 24 hours of booking and no change fees.

What do I need for the flight to Southland?

Any lengthy flight can be daunting, but it's nothing a little preparation can't solve. We've rounded up our top tips to make sure your journey flows without a hitch:

In all cases you'll need some identification. How much? This depends on which airport you take off from. When booking, you are encouraged to use the same name, birth date and gender as shown on your government-issued ID.
Have some extra entertainment for your long trip to Southland. If you've had enough of watching movies, give your eyes a much-needed break from all that screen time and listen to some music instead.
Long-haul trips can get seriously cold, especially if you're flying overnight. If you don't want to shiver in your seat, pack a jacket and some thick socks.

How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Southland?

If you think a business or first-class fare is beyond your grasp, you may want to think again. Here are some top tips to help you score a premium flight to Southland for a whole lot less:

Being flexible isn't just for the gym. Have some room to move around your travel dates so you can pick up cheaper airfares when a big sale comes along.
Many budget carriers offer top-notch business or premium-class seating without the hefty fees.
Bid for an upgrade in online auctions or upgrade through your flight loyalty scheme.

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Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

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