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OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
CHCInvercargill AirportDecember 12 to December 14NZ$216
AKLQueenstownJanuary 5 to January 14NZ$280
AKLInvercargill AirportDecember 9 to December 16NZ$400
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OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
AKLQueenstownOctober 24 to October 30NZ$512
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Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

4.5 out of 5
77 Manapouri - Te Anau Highway, Te Anau
The price is NZ$78 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
NZ$78
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star 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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Great place to stop"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

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Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau

Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau

5 out of 5
128 Te Anau Terrace, Te Anau
The price is NZ$183 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
NZ$183
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (757 reviews)
"Fantastic location and great spot for our family so close to the lake. The 3BR apartment was beautiful and modern. Very warm and spacious enough for the kids to run around on rainy days. Staff were all very welcoming and friendly. Only downside was that our room wasn't as clean as it could be. We ..."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

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Ibis Styles Invercargill

Ibis Styles Invercargill

3 out of 5
15 Tay Street, Invercargill
The price is NZ$149 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$149
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Invercargill. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (949 reviews)
"Comfortable bed warm room and excellent shower, some small niggles towel rail in bathroom not working, cups in room too small but nothing really significant."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

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Fiordland Hotel

Fiordland Hotel

3 out of 5
1 Burnby Drive, Te Anau
The price is NZ$153 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
NZ$153
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Te Anau. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (585 reviews)
"Just like other comments suggest. The premises are a bit dated but the room and bathroom were clean and everything was working. I did not have any problems sleeping. Distance from the city centre is an issue and the nearest cafe is 500m away. Since there is no restaurant/breakfast in-house, this ..."

Reviewed on 28 June 2025

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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.

Hotels With Airport Transportation

Admiral Court Motel & Apartments

Admiral Court Motel & Apartments

4 out of 5
327 Tay Street, Invercargill
The price is NZ$136 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
NZ$136
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star motel in Invercargill. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (236 reviews)
"Appreciated being upgraded once staff knew the reasons for being in Invercargill. Thank you Louise. Lovely warm unit when we arrived"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

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Alpine View Motel

Alpine View Motel

3.5 out of 5
15 Quintin Drive, Te Anau
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Luxmore Jet and Fiordland Cinema are located ...
Warm welcome on steroid
"The room was extremely comfortable with lots of amenities. The extraordinarily positive greeting from John was a highlight."

Reviewed on 17 Apr 2023

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Ascot Park Hotel

Ascot Park Hotel

4 out of 5
Corner of Tay Street & Racecourse Road, Invercargill
The price is NZ$149 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
NZ$149
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Invercargill. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (804 reviews)
"This hotel is awesome! We received a free upgrade to a 1-bedroom apartment which was so lovely and such a nice surprise! The Emberz bar was great with delicious well-priced food. Our son loved the pool and sauna. We will definitely be back, thanks so much Ascot Hotel!"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

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City Court

City Court

2 out of 5
81 Queens Drive, Invercargill, Richmond
The price is NZ$134 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
NZ$134
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Invercargill. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Southland Museum and Art Gallery and Toetoes Bay are ...
7.6/10 Good! (129 reviews)
"The room is clean and decent size. Staff was amazing, Staff let me to check in 2 hours earlier then the normal check in time. Staff are very helpful and respond quickly."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

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Lakeside Motel & Apartments

Lakeside Motel & Apartments

3.5 out of 5
36 Lakefront Drive, Te Anau
The price is NZ$190 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
NZ$190
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Luxmore Jet and Fiordland National Park Visitor ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"Large room"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

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Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau

Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau

5 out of 5
128 Te Anau Terrace, Te Anau
The price is NZ$183 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
NZ$183
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (757 reviews)
"Fantastic location and great spot for our family so close to the lake. The 3BR apartment was beautiful and modern. Very warm and spacious enough for the kids to run around on rainy days. Staff were all very welcoming and friendly. Only downside was that our room wasn't as clean as it could be. We ..."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

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Fiordland Lakeview Motel and Apartments

Fiordland Lakeview Motel and Apartments

4 out of 5
42 Lakefront Drive, Te Anau
Stay at this 4-star beach motel in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (800 reviews)
"We stayed in the 2 bedroom apartment. Incredibly spacious and very clean. We had an amazing view over Lake Te Anau. Would highly recommend for families. Can easily walk (less than 10 minutes) to the main strip where shops are."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

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Aden Motel

Aden Motel

3 out of 5
57-59 Quintin Drive, Te Anau
The price is NZ$264 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
NZ$264
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly motel in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (474 reviews)
"Good one"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

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Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau

Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau

5 out of 5
128 Te Anau Terrace, Te Anau
The price is NZ$183 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
NZ$183
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (757 reviews)
"Fantastic location and great spot for our family so close to the lake. The 3BR apartment was beautiful and modern. Very warm and spacious enough for the kids to run around on rainy days. Staff were all very welcoming and friendly. Only downside was that our room wasn't as clean as it could be. We ..."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

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Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

4.5 out of 5
77 Manapouri - Te Anau Highway, Te Anau
The price is NZ$78 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
NZ$78
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star 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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Great place to stop"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

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Lakeside Motel & Apartments

Lakeside Motel & Apartments

3.5 out of 5
36 Lakefront Drive, Te Anau
The price is NZ$190 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
NZ$190
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Luxmore Jet and Fiordland National Park Visitor ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"Large room"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

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Birchwood Cottages

Birchwood Cottages

3 out of 5
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! (156 reviews)
"Lovely quaint cottages. Great value for money."

Reviewed on 12 Apr 2025

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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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How to book cheap flights

What is the lowest price on Wotif for a flight to Southland?

Flights to Southland start as low as NZ$216. Once you’ve snagged your flight, it’s time to build that itinerary. If your flight touches down in a bustling city, you’ll want a head start, so you can get from jet-way to getaway as quickly as possible. Flying for business? Squeeze in some sightseeing and a snack at a locally loved restaurant between meetings—you’ll have plenty of cash thanks to our cheap business class flights to Southland. You know what they say about all work and no play, after all.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Southland?

Air New Zealand. Pack your favourite magazines or stack your video queue for a mini-marathon of that television show your co-workers have been raving about. And if you get hooked a few episodes in, don’t worry; there’s always the return flight to finish the binge. Ready to book cheap flights to Southland? Check out our selection of airfares and start putting together a holiday that fits your schedule and price range. We offer sweet deals, so you don’t have to move mountains to see the world. In fact, we’ll help you get to those mountains (or ocean, or forest) today!

What are the cheapest days to fly?

Here’s an insider tip: Tuesday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flight booked on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Tuesday generally had the lowest average price. Wotif data also shows Wednesdays and Fridays generally have the highest average ticket prices according to our demand data.

What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?

Guess what? Saturday is actually the best day to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights purchased on Saturdays had the lowest airfares on average. Thursday, on the other hand, can be the most expensive day of the week to buy your airfare, with generally a higher than average ticket value.

What is the cheapest month to fly?

When comparing 2021 flight demand on Wotif.co.nz, September is one of the cheapest months to fly, when ticket prices are generally at their lowest. May is a close second for the cheapest time to fly. The months December and January are often the most expensive ones to travel, with higher than average ticket prices, so plan ahead and book early for your travel plans.

How far in advance can you book a flight?

Are you a super organised traveller? Even though not all airlines release their fares a year in advance, you can start researching your flights 12 months in advance for many carriers. It’s good to book your international flights to popular destinations early, particularly in peak holiday periods. According to Wotif’s 2021 travel trends, last minute planners can also bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 1-2 weeks prior to travel.

*According to flight demand on Wotif.co.nz from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.