What is the cheapest airline that flies from Canberra to South Island?

Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, and Jetstar are the most popular carriers operating from Canberra to South Island

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Canberra Airport to South Island?

Prices for flights from Canberra Airport to South Island refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Canberra Airport to South Island?

As of August 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Canberra Airport to South Island.

How old do you have to be to fly from Canberra Airport to South Island?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Canberra Airport to South Island.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Island?

The necessary travel and health documents for your South Island trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$475 Cheap Flights from Canberra to South Island in 2026

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12:20 - 16:40CBR Canberra-ZQN Queenstown Intl

26h 20m1 stop Brisbane

15:05 - 20:05ZQN Queenstown Intl-CBR Canberra

7h 00m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$750Virgin Australia

Mon, 22 Feb - Thu, 25 Feb

16:00 - 12:40CBR Canberra-ZQN Queenstown Intl

18h 40m1 stop Coolangatta Gold Coast

12:10 - 11:40ZQN Queenstown Intl-CBR Canberra

25h 30m1 stop Melbourne

$775Jetstar

Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

15:30 - 19:55CBR Canberra-ZQN Queenstown Intl

26h 25m1 stop Coolangatta Gold Coast

12:10 - 18:15ZQN Queenstown Intl-CBR Canberra

8h 05m1 stop Melbourne

$777Multiple Airlines

Wed, 17 Feb - Wed, 3 Mar

16:00 - 12:40CBR Canberra-ZQN Queenstown Intl

18h 40m1 stop Coolangatta Gold Coast

12:10 - 23:05ZQN Queenstown Intl-CBR Canberra

12h 55m1 stop Melbourne

$782Multiple Airlines

Mon, 19 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct

15:35 - 13:10CBR Canberra-ZQN Queenstown Intl

19h 35m1 stop Melbourne

15:05 - 20:05ZQN Queenstown Intl-CBR Canberra

7h 00m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$798Virgin Australia

Mon, 22 Feb - Thu, 25 Feb

08:10 - 16:45CBR Canberra-ZQN Queenstown Intl

6h 35m1 stop Melbourne

17:40 - 23:00ZQN Queenstown Intl-CBR Canberra

7h 20m1 stop Melbourne

$801Virgin Australia

Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct

10:40 - 19:55CBR Canberra-ZQN Queenstown Intl

7h 15m1 stop Coolangatta Gold Coast

12:10 - 17:00ZQN Queenstown Intl-CBR Canberra

6h 50m1 stop Melbourne

$807Multiple Airlines

Tue, 19 Jan - Fri, 29 Jan

08:05 - 13:30CBR Canberra-ZQN Queenstown Intl

27h 25m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

17:40 - 22:25ZQN Queenstown Intl-CBR Canberra

6h 45m1 stop Melbourne

$825Virgin Australia

Tue, 8 Sep - Fri, 11 Sep

15:25 - 00:20CBR Canberra-CHC Christchurch

6h 55m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

06:20 - 12:10CHC Christchurch-CBR Canberra

7h 50m1 stop Melbourne

$928Qantas Airways

Sat, 10 Oct - Sat, 17 Oct

14:00 - 00:10CBR Canberra-CHC Christchurch

8h 10m1 stop Melbourne

06:20 - 12:05CHC Christchurch-CBR Canberra

7h 45m1 stop Melbourne

$954Qantas Airways

Sun, 13 Sep - Fri, 18 Sep

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Emirates flights from Canberra to South Island

Our best Emirates deals on Canberra to South Island flight tickets

Emirates

14 Sept

CBR12:40Canberra

9h 30m

1 stop

CHC00:10Christchurch

17 Sept

CHC06:20Christchurch

7h 50m

1 stop

CBR12:10Canberra

$1,074

Emirates

11 Sept

CBR14:05Canberra

8h 05m

1 stop

CHC00:10Christchurch

15 Sept

CHC06:20Christchurch

7h 50m

1 stop

CBR12:10Canberra

$1,115

Emirates

8 Oct

CBR06:00Canberra

6h 20m

1 stop

ZQN14:20Queenstown Intl

15 Oct

ZQN07:00Queenstown Intl

26h 30m

1 stop

CBR07:30Canberra

$1,201

Qantas Airways flights from Canberra to South Island

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Canberra to South Island flight tickets

Qantas Airways

10 Oct

CBR15:25Canberra

6h 55m

1 stop

CHC00:20Christchurch

17 Oct

CHC06:20Christchurch

7h 50m

1 stop

CBR12:10Canberra

$928

Qantas Airways

13 Sept

CBR14:00Canberra

8h 10m

1 stop

CHC00:10Christchurch

18 Sept

CHC06:20Christchurch

7h 45m

1 stop

CBR12:05Canberra

$954

Qantas Airways

21 Jan

CBR19:50Canberra

17h 05m

1 stop

CHC14:55Christchurch

28 Jan

CHC06:05Christchurch

7h 35m

1 stop

CBR11:40Canberra

$964

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CanberraQueenstown

CBR Canberra - ZQN Queenstown Intl

CBRZQN

Canberra

Mon 22/2

12:20-16:40

1 stop26h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 25/2

15:05-20:05

1 stop7h 00m

$750

CanberraQueenstown

CBR Canberra - ZQN Queenstown Intl

CBRZQN

Canberra

Mon 19/10

16:00-12:40

1 stop18h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 26/10

12:10-11:40

1 stop25h 30m

$775

CanberraQueenstown

CBR Canberra - ZQN Queenstown Intl

CBRZQN

Canberra

Wed 17/2

15:30-19:55

1 stop26h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 3/3

12:10-18:15

1 stop8h 05m

$777

CanberraQueenstown

CBR Canberra - ZQN Queenstown Intl

CBRZQN

Canberra

Mon 19/10

16:00-12:40

1 stop18h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 30/10

12:10-23:05

1 stop12h 55m

$782

CanberraQueenstown

CBR Canberra - ZQN Queenstown Intl

CBRZQN

Canberra

Mon 22/2

15:35-13:10

1 stop19h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 25/2

15:05-20:05

1 stop7h 00m

$798

Fastest return journey

CanberraQueenstown

CBR Canberra - ZQN Queenstown Intl

CBRZQN

Canberra

Wed 7/10

08:10-16:45

1 stop6h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 14/10

17:40-23:00

1 stop7h 20m

$801

CanberraQueenstown

CBR Canberra - ZQN Queenstown Intl

CBRZQN

Canberra

Tue 19/1

10:40-19:55

1 stop7h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 29/1

12:10-17:00

1 stop6h 50m

$807

CanberraQueenstown

CBR Canberra - ZQN Queenstown Intl

CBRZQN

Canberra

Tue 8/9

08:05-13:30

1 stop27h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 11/9

17:40-22:25

1 stop6h 45m

$825

CanberraChristchurch

CBR Canberra - CHC Christchurch

CBRCHC

Canberra

Sat 10/10

15:25-00:20

1 stop6h 55m

Christchurch

Sat 17/10

06:20-12:10

1 stop7h 50m

$928

CanberraChristchurch

CBR Canberra - CHC Christchurch

CBRCHC

Canberra

Sun 13/9

14:00-00:10

1 stop8h 10m

Christchurch

Fri 18/9

06:20-12:05

1 stop7h 45m

$954

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Canberra to South Island

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Island?

The cheapest month to fly to South Island from Canberra is in June. Flight prices, which tend to average around $0, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of March is another great option to travel to South Island, with average flight prices from Canberra averaging around $712.

Can stopping save me money on Canberra to South Island flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Canberra to South Island.

Cheap Canberra to South Island flight deals and tips

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Best price found	$475
Fastest flight time	0h 40m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Wed and Sun
Airports in South Island	12 airports

The best one-way flight to South Island from Canberra in the past 72 hours is $475. The best return flight deal from Canberra to South Island found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $750.

The fastest flight from Canberra to South Island takes 0h 40m

Direct flights go from Canberra to South Island on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There are 12 airports in South Island. From Canberra there are direct flights to Queenstown Intl (ZQN).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Canberra to South Island

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Canberra Airport to South Island?
Prices for flights from Canberra Airport to South Island refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Canberra Airport to South Island?
As of August 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Canberra Airport to South Island.
How old do you have to be to fly from Canberra Airport to South Island?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Canberra Airport to South Island.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Island?
The necessary travel and health documents for your South Island trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Canberra to South Island?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Canberra to South Island is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets), representing 27.71% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A320-100/200 at 13.90%, De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q at 13.70%, and Airbus A220-300 at 10.41%.

Best airlines flying from Canberra to South Island

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Canberra to South Island with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $653	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 473 reviews		Search Virgin Australia flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $723	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,085 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Canberra to South Island?

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Can I find flights from Canberra to South Island with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Canberra to South Island flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

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