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Cheap flights from Canberra to South Island from $698

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CBR — CHC
3 Apr — 10 Apr1
1 adult
Wed 3/4
Wed 10/4

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Canberra to South Island?

To save on the cost of your flight from Canberra to South Island, book at least 57 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 22% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $939 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $1,024.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Canberra to South Island?

Flights from Canberra to South Island lean towards being more expensive in April. Prices are generally better when you fly from Canberra to South Island in June, with the cheapest ticket starting at $712.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Canberra to South Island (CBR - EDG)?

When flying from Canberra to South Island, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Virgin Australia flights from Canberra to South Island

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Virgin Australia for the route between Canberra and South Island. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 639,854 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Virgin Australia flights we've found from Canberra to South Island. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Thu 20/618:50CBR - ZQN
1 stop19h 55mVirgin Australia
Mon 24/618:00ZQN - CBR
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/3$698
Tue 16/708:25CBR - ZQN
1 stop6h 20mVirgin Australia
Sun 21/718:00ZQN - CBR
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/3$718
Thu 20/613:55CBR - ZQN
1 stop24h 50mVirgin Australia
Mon 24/616:30ZQN - CBR
2 stops22h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/3$795
Tue 16/714:35CBR - ZQN
2 stops23h 05mVirgin Australia
Sun 21/718:00ZQN - CBR
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/3$841
Tue 16/717:35CBR - ZQN
2 stops20h 05mVirgin Australia
Sun 21/718:00ZQN - CBR
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/3$844

Cheap Air New Zealand flights from Canberra to South Island

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air New Zealand for the route between Canberra and South Island. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 639,854 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on Air New Zealand flights travelling from Canberra to South Island. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Thu 20/613:25CBR - ZQN
2 stops20h 00mAir New Zealand
Mon 24/615:05ZQN - CBR
2 stops18h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/3$890
Tue 16/709:50CBR - ZQN
2 stops22h 05mAir New Zealand
Sun 21/716:25ZQN - CBR
2 stops22h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 27/3$985
Tue 16/709:50CBR - ZQN
2 stops22h 05mAir New Zealand
Sun 21/716:25ZQN - CBR
2 stops22h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/3$988

Cheap Canberra to South Island flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from Canberra to South Island specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 639,854 searches. Prices were last updated on 29 March 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to South Island in 2024 at this time. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Mon 1/412:05CBR - CHC
1 stop10h 15mQantas Airways
Thu 4/415:50CHC - CBR
1 stop9h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/3$1,113
Mon 1/413:25CBR - CHC
2 stops8h 55mQantas Airways
Thu 4/415:50CHC - CBR
1 stop9h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/3$1,199
Mon 1/412:40CBR - CHC
2 stops22h 20mJetstar
Thu 4/416:05CHC - CBR
2 stops22h 00mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$1,440

Canberra to South Island 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Canberra and South Island in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 639,854 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to South Island in 2024 at this time. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Mon 25/1107:20CBR - ZQN
1 stop7h 20mVirgin Australia
Wed 27/1114:30ZQN - CBR
1 stop9h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/3$750
Mon 25/1107:20CBR - ZQN
1 stop7h 20mVirgin Australia
Wed 27/1114:30ZQN - CBR
1 stop9h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/3$752
Sat 11/510:30CBR - CHC
1 stop11h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/516:05CHC - CBR
1 stop22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3$778
Mon 25/1106:05CBR - ZQN
2 stops8h 35mVirgin Australia
Wed 27/1114:30ZQN - CBR
1 stop9h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/3$792
Mon 25/1106:05CBR - ZQN
2 stops8h 35mVirgin Australia
Wed 27/1114:30ZQN - CBR
1 stop9h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/3$793
Thu 23/506:05CBR - CHC
1 stop6h 45mQantas Airways
Fri 24/506:25CHC - CBR
1 stop11h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/3$832
Wed 21/806:05CBR - CHC
1 stop6h 45mQantas Airways
Fri 30/806:25CHC - CBR
1 stop11h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 28/3$835
Wed 21/806:05CBR - CHC
1 stop6h 45mQantas Airways
Fri 30/806:25CHC - CBR
1 stop11h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/3$836
Mon 25/1106:05CBR - CHC
1 stop6h 25mQantas Airways
Fri 29/1106:10CHC - CBR
1 stop16h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/3$855

Find flights from Canberra to South Island within your budget

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 639,854 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.

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CanberraQueenstown Intl

CBR - ZQN

CBRZQN

Canberra

Thu 20/6

1 stop19h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 24/6

1 stop6h 00m

$698

CanberraQueenstown Intl

CBR - ZQN

CBRZQN

Canberra

Tue 16/7

1 stop6h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 21/7

1 stop6h 00m

$718

CanberraQueenstown Intl

CBR - ZQN

CBRZQN

Canberra

Thu 20/6

1 stop24h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 24/6

2 stops22h 50m

$795

CanberraQueenstown Intl

CBR - ZQN

CBRZQN

Canberra

Tue 16/7

2 stops23h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 21/7

1 stop6h 00m

$841

CanberraQueenstown Intl

CBR - ZQN

CBRZQN

Canberra

Tue 16/7

2 stops20h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 21/7

1 stop6h 00m

$844

CanberraQueenstown Intl

CBR - ZQN

CBRZQN

Canberra

Thu 20/6

2 stops20h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 24/6

2 stops18h 25m

$890

CanberraQueenstown Intl

CBR - ZQN

CBRZQN

Canberra

Tue 16/7

2 stops22h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 21/7

2 stops22h 20m

$985

CanberraQueenstown Intl

CBR - ZQN

CBRZQN

Canberra

Tue 16/7

2 stops22h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 21/7

2 stops22h 20m

$988

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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 29 March 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand from Canberra to South Island by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very Good
685 reviews

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

8.3
Very Good
685 reviews
8.3
Very Good
685 reviews

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

7.8
Good
725 reviews
8.3
Very Good
685 reviews

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

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.

  • Can I find flights from Canberra to South Island for under $700 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Canberra to South Island for under $700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Virgin Australia for just $698, but on average you can expect to pay $844.

  • What does CBR to CHC mean?

    This is defined as Canberra Airport (CBR) and Christchurch Airport (CHC). Codes like Christchurch Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Queenstown Intl Airport (ZQN), Dunedin Airport (DUD), Nelson Airport (NSN), Blenheim Airport (BHE), Invercargill Airport (IVC).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Canberra to South Island that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Canberra to South Island with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Canberra to South Island flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • 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 see available direct flights.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Canberra to South Island that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines do offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • How recently were the Canberra to South Island flight deals updated?

    The Canberra to South Island flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 28/3.

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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$626Average$783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$833Average$1,010FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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How can I compare prices from different travel booking sites for flights from Canberra to South Island?

Cheapflights aggregates prices from various travel booking sites. This allows you to compare prices and choose the best deal.

Can I find deals for flights from Canberra to South Island that offer flexible cancellation policies?

Cancellation policies vary by airline and fare type. After entering your flight details, you can view the cancellation policies for each deal in the search results. Some deals may offer flexibility in terms of cancellation and changes.