Are most flights from Invercargill long-haul or short-haul?

Historically, the majority of flights from Invercargill are long-haul, accounting for approximately 54% of all routes across the trailing 90 days. Medium-haul flights make up a significant portion as well, at about 38%. Short-haul flights represent a smaller share, typically around 8% of the total routes available from this origin.

Where are the cheapest international flights from Invercargill?

Historically, the cheapest international flights from Invercargill are often to destinations in Australia, with Sunshine Coast Region having a median price of $563 NZD. Flights to Fiji, such as Nadi, typically have a median price of $658 NZD. For longer international journeys, Jakarta in Indonesia shows a median price of $801 NZD, while Honolulu in the United States has a median price of $930 NZD, based on data from the trailing 90 days.

What's the cheapest month to fly from Invercargill?

Historically, October has been the cheapest month to fly from Invercargill, with an average price of $366 USD. This represents a significant savings of approximately 43% compared to the annual median average price of $637 USD. December is typically the second cheapest month, with an average price of $472 USD.

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IVC
Christchurch
New Zealand • 2026-09-19
46% AI deal score
NZ$143
NZ$114
One-way
IVC
Auckland
New Zealand • 2027-02-01
45% AI deal score
NZ$122
NZ$148
One-way
IVC
Wellington
New Zealand • 2027-03-13
43% AI deal score
NZ$230
NZ$221
One-way
IVC
Queenstown
New Zealand • 2027-03-13
38% AI deal score
NZ$224
NZ$262
One-way
IVC
Blenheim
New Zealand • 2026-09-22
41% AI deal score
NZ$293
NZ$332
One-way
IVC
Sydney
Australia • 2027-03-16
79% AI deal score
NZ$562
NZ$384
One-way
IVC
Brisbane
Australia • 2027-02-08
75% AI deal score
NZ$548
NZ$455
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IVC
Sunshine Coast Region
Australia • 2026-10-27
72% AI deal score
NZ$699
NZ$544
One-way
IVC
Gold Coast
Australia • 2027-02-01
69% AI deal score
NZ$554
NZ$594
One-way
IVC
Perth
Australia • 2026-09-19
76% AI deal score
NZ$836
NZ$752
One-way

Flights from Invercargill: Overview

Insights for flights from Invercargill

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Invercargill, the most frequently discounted destination over the last 90 days is Christchurch, New Zealand. Right now, the cheapest fares from Invercargill start at NZD 232 for a roundtrip to Christchurch. Other economical options include flights to Nelson, New Zealand, with fares beginning at NZD 478, and to Auckland, New Zealand, where prices start from NZD 545.

Travelers from Invercargill can reach 41 unique cities across 11 countries. The vast majority of recent fares, 96%, are for destinations within New Zealand, including cities like Christchurch, Auckland, and Wellington. Another 4% of recent fares are for destinations in Australia, while a smaller share is for the Cook Islands.

When considering direct flights from Invercargill, about 13.1% of recent fares are non-stop. This indicates that connecting flights are the dominant option for travelers departing from Invercargill.

The most popular destinations, based on the frequency of recent fares over the last 90 days, are primarily within New Zealand. Christchurch is the most frequently discounted destination from Invercargill, followed by Auckland, and then Wellington. These cities consistently appear in recent flight deals from Invercargill.

Regarding flight distances, the routes from Invercargill show a diverse mix. Approximately 54% of routes are long-haul, while 38% are medium-haul. Short-haul flights account for 8% of the route mix.

Most popular airlines from Invercargill

Air New Zealand

QantasLink

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Jetstar

LATAM Chile

American Airlines

Delta Air Lines

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Invercargill soon

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

IVC - Darwin

Invercargill (IVC) - Darwin (DRW)

QantasLink

NZ$1,881

NZ$2,383

One-way

Sun, Sep 13

⌛ Last-Minute

IVC - Chicago

Invercargill (IVC) - Chicago (ORD)

Air New Zealand

NZ$2,822

NZ$3,565

One-way

Sat, Sep 12

⌛ Last-Minute

IVC - London

Invercargill (IVC) - London (LHR)

Air New Zealand

NZ$3,240

NZ$6,303

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

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IVC - Brisbane

Invercargill (IVC) - Brisbane (BNE)

QantasLink

NZ$1,276

NZ$2,544

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

IVC - Auckland

Invercargill (IVC) - Auckland (AKL)

Air New Zealand

NZ$535

NZ$607

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

IVC - Christchurch

Invercargill (IVC) - Christchurch (CHC)

Air New Zealand

NZ$241

NZ$297

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Invercargill

Taipei

TOP

Taiwan • Oct 2026

from

NZ$1,543

Colombo

TOP

Sri Lanka • Nov 2026

from

NZ$1,597

Vienna

TOP

Austria • Nov 2026

from

NZ$2,313

Hanoi

TOP

Vietnam • Nov 2026

from

NZ$1,418

Thiruvananthapuram

TOP

India • Nov 2026

from

NZ$1,946

Dublin

TOP

Ireland • Nov 2026

from

NZ$2,502

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Invercargill

-29%

IVC - Kathmandu

NZ$3,238 → NZ$2,292

-31%

IVC - Singapore

NZ$1,778 → NZ$1,219

-21%

IVC - Tokyo

NZ$2,210 → NZ$1,738

-13%

IVC - Dublin

NZ$2,947 → NZ$2,566

Popular Airports from Invercargill

Invercargill airport insights

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Tue - Wed - Sat

The cheapest flights from IVC are on Tuesday and Wednesday, with fares from $48.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$114 direct / ~$232 roundtrip

The best deals from Invercargill are to Christchurch and other cities in New Zealand.

✈️ Airlines to watch

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, QantasLink, Singapore Airlines

These airlines offer a mix of domestic, international, and low-cost options from Invercargill.

⏱️ Best time to book

8+ months in advance

Booking 8+ months in advance offers the lowest median fare for flights from IVC.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Feb, Jan, May

Flights from Imperial County tend to be cheaper in Feb, Jan, and May.

🎯 Booking tip

Watch fares to Christchurch

Flights to Christchurch from Invercargill start at NZD 114.

Invercargill main airports to depart from

Invercargill (IVC)

Cheapest

Invercargill Airport is ideal for travelers seeking regional connections within New Zealand.

📍 ~3 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$227

Airports nearby Invercargill used as alternative

Dunedin (DUD)

Dunedin Airport is the closest alternative to Invercargill, offering more frequent domestic connections.

📍 ~152 km from Invercargill (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$160

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Singapore • Oct 2026

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Booking Flights from Invercargill: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, several destinations are available from Invercargill for under $550 NZD. For example, flights to Hamilton typically have a median price of $261 NZD. Other options include Kerikeri, with a median price of $336 NZD, and Napier, at $339 NZD. Auckland is also frequently available, with a median price of $350 NZD. These prices are based on data from the trailing 90 days.

From Invercargill, you can typically reach destinations in 11 unique countries. Across the trailing quarter, there were 41 unique cities available. The vast majority of these destinations, about 96%, are within New Zealand. Australia accounts for approximately 4% of the available destinations, with other countries making up a smaller share.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, the most popular routes from Invercargill are within New Zealand. Christchurch is a frequently served destination. Auckland also stands out as one of the busiest routes. Additionally, Wellington is another popular destination for travelers departing from Invercargill.

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