Getting to our Place

Southland is more accessible than ever.

Waihōpai Invercargill is a very reachable destination with direct flights from Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. Invercargill airport is located just 5km (under seven minutes' drive) from the centre of the city. Both Te Anau and Maruawai Gore are within easy driving distance of the city, with the road to Te Anau travelling through some spectacular scenery.

The meeting destinations in Murihiku Southland are also just a few hour's drive from both Queenstown and Dunedin International Airports, with these journeys taking you through some of New Zealand’s most stunning landscapes. Queenstown and Dunedin are great pre and post-event destinations.

Invercargill Airport

Fly Direct to Invercargill

It's easy to get to Invercargill with direct flights operating directly to Invercargill from Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. Arrive to a modern airport, that is seamless to get through and then it is just a few minutes' drive to town.

From Auckland to Invercargill - up to six days a week.
One flight per day, approx 2h

From Wellington to Invercargill - seven days a week.
Two flights per day, approx 2h 10m

From Christchurch to Invercargill - Daily.
Six to seven flights per day, approx 1hr 25m

Driving to & around Southland

Wind your way through fertile farmland, cruise the coastlines, or travel through the native rainforests. Wherever your destination, you'll discover a rugged and remote region of awe-inspiring scenic beauty. With easy access to rental cars, the region opens up from your initial destination.

From Queenstown Airport to Invercargill
- approx 2h 15m, 180km
From Dunedin Airport to Invercargill
- approx. 2h 20m, 183km
From Christchurch to Invercargill
- approx. 7h, 566km

From Invercargill to Te Anau - approx 1h 45m, 155km
From Invercargill to Te Anau - approx 1hr 55m, 130km
From Invercargill to Gore - approx 45min, 65km
From Te Anau to Milford Sound - approx 1hr 30min, approx 118km