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Cheap flights from Canberra to South Island from $420

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 28/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CBR — CHC
23 Feb — 2 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Canberra to South Island

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Cheapest flights from Canberra to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Canberra to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 January 2026.

Sun 21/607:15
CBR
-
ZQN
1 stop7h 30m
Virgin Australia
Thu 25/617:40
ZQN
-
CBR
1 stop6h 45m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 22/1$718
Sat 21/306:05
CBR
-
ZQN
1 stop6h 10m
Virgin Australia
Tue 31/317:40
ZQN
-
CBR
1 stop7h 20m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 22/1$756
Sat 28/210:40
CBR
-
CHC
1 stop11h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/306:45
CHC
-
CBR
2 stops34h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/1$762
Sat 28/210:40
CBR
-
CHC
1 stop11h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/320:35
CHC
-
CBR
2 stops20h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/1$768
Sat 28/210:40
CBR
-
CHC
1 stop11h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/320:35
CHC
-
CBR
2 stops41h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/1$772
Fri 6/219:05
CBR
-
ZQN
1 stop17h 10m
Virgin Australia
Thu 12/215:05
ZQN
-
CBR
1 stop21h 45m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 22/1$774
Sun 8/312:20
CBR
-
ZQN
1 stop26h 20m
Virgin Australia
Sun 15/315:05
ZQN
-
CBR
1 stop20h 45m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 22/1$784
Fri 20/218:40
CBR
-
ZQN
1 stop20h 00m
Virgin Australia
Fri 27/217:30
ZQN
-
CBR
1 stop7h 45m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 23/1$819
Sat 28/210:40
CBR
-
CHC
1 stop11h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/306:00
CHC
-
CBR
1 stop7h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/1$822
Sat 28/210:40
CBR
-
CHC
1 stop11h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/306:00
CHC
-
CBR
1 stop7h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/1$823
Sat 28/206:05
CBR
-
ZQN
1 stop6h 10m
Virgin Australia
Tue 10/315:05
ZQN
-
CBR
1 stop8h 30m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 23/1$844
Mon 9/317:45
CBR
-
CHC
1 stop28h 55m
Air New Zealand
Mon 16/306:00
CHC
-
CBR
1 stop27h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 22/1$860

Find flight deals from Canberra to South Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Canberra to South Island flight deals. Data was last updated 24 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$718

One-way from

$420

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$880
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 21/6-25/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 14h 15m total
  • Canberra to South Island
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Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 28/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 20m total
  • Canberra to South Island
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High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Canberra 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 24 January 2026.
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CanberraQueenstown

CBR - ZQN

CBRZQN

Canberra

Sun 21/6

07:15-16:45

1 stop7h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 25/6

17:40-22:25

1 stop6h 45m

$718

CanberraQueenstown

CBR - ZQN

CBRZQN

Canberra

Sat 21/3

06:05-14:15

1 stop6h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 31/3

17:40-23:00

1 stop7h 20m

$756

CanberraChristchurch

CBR - CHC

CBRCHC

Canberra

Sat 28/2

10:40-00:05

1 stop11h 25m

Christchurch

Fri 6/3

06:45-14:55

2 stops34h 10m

$762

CanberraChristchurch

CBR - CHC

CBRCHC

Canberra

Sat 28/2

10:40-00:05

1 stop11h 25m

Christchurch

Tue 10/3

20:35-11:35

2 stops41h 00m

$772

CanberraQueenstown

CBR - ZQN

CBRZQN

Canberra

Fri 6/2

19:05-14:15

1 stop17h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 12/2

15:05-10:50

1 stop21h 45m

$774

CanberraQueenstown

CBR - ZQN

CBRZQN

Canberra

Fri 20/2

18:40-16:40

1 stop20h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 27/2

17:30-23:15

1 stop7h 45m

$819

CanberraChristchurch

CBR - CHC

CBRCHC

Canberra

Sat 28/2

10:40-00:05

1 stop11h 25m

Christchurch

Sat 7/3

06:00-11:35

1 stop7h 35m

$822

CanberraChristchurch

CBR - CHC

CBRCHC

Canberra

Sat 28/2

10:40-00:05

1 stop11h 25m

Christchurch

Sun 8/3

06:00-11:35

1 stop7h 35m

$823

CanberraQueenstown

CBR - ZQN

CBRZQN

Canberra

Sat 28/2

06:05-14:15

1 stop6h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 10/3

15:05-21:35

1 stop8h 30m

$844

CanberraQueenstown

CBR - ZQN

CBRZQN

Canberra

Sat 28/2

06:05-14:15

1 stop6h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 5/3

15:05-20:05

1 stop7h 00m

$844

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Best time to book a flight from Canberra to South Island

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

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canberra to South Island (average of $399). Flying from Canberra to South Island in July is currently the most expensive (average of $698). 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.

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 24 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Canberra to South Island, such as Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, andQantas Airways. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
574 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
574 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
574 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
431 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
574 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
975 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
574 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Canberra to South Island. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Canberra to South Island?

    For a flight from Canberra to South Island, you will be flying from Canberra. Canberra (CBR) is just 6.4 km from the centre of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Canberra to South Island?

    Airlines like Virgin Australia fly from Canberra to South Island in about 7h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . There are 1971 km between Canberra and South Island.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canberra to South Island (average of $399). Flying from Canberra to South Island in July is currently the most expensive (average of $698). 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 3 airlines flying from Canberra to South Island

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$424Average$866FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$539Average$749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$757Average$827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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