How long is the flight from South Africa to South Island?

Flight times from South Africa to South Island vary, but if you’re flying out of Johannesburg OR Tambo and flying into Kastrup Copenhagen (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 23h 10m on average. Another popular route from South Africa to South Island is flying from Cape Town Intl to Kastrup Copenhagen, which will take roughly . Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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Qantas Airways

Mar 4

CPT

29h 55m

2 stops

CHC

Mar 11

CHC

27h 45m

2 stops

CPT

R18 577

Qantas Airways

May 21

CPT

28h 25m

2 stops

CHC

May 25

CHC

26h 50m

2 stops

CPT

R19 857

Qantas Airways

May 21

CPT

28h 25m

2 stops

CHC

May 25

CHC

26h 50m

2 stops

CPT

R19 890

Qantas Airways

May 21

CPT

24h 20m

2 stops

CHC

May 25

CHC

26h 50m

2 stops

CPT

R19 923

Multiple Airlines

Mar 4

CPT

37h 20m

2 stops

CHC

Mar 11

CHC

50h 25m

3 stops

CPT

R23 057

Multiple Airlines

Mar 4

CPT

44h 00m

3 stops

CHC

Mar 11

CHC

50h 25m

3 stops

CPT

R24 386

Singapore Airlines

May 21

CPT

36h 50m

2 stops

CHC

May 25

CHC

32h 25m

3 stops

CPT

R24 780

Singapore Airlines

May 21

CPT

36h 50m

2 stops

CHC

May 25

CHC

36h 50m

3 stops

CPT

R24 797

Singapore Airlines

May 21

CPT

36h 50m

2 stops

CHC

May 25

CHC

36h 50m

3 stops

CPT

R24 846

Singapore Airlines

May 21

CPT

38h 45m

3 stops

CHC

May 25

CHC

32h 25m

3 stops

CPT

R25 863

Singapore Airlines

May 21

CPT

35h 30m

3 stops

CHC

May 25

CHC

32h 25m

3 stops

CPT

R25 880

Singapore Airlines

May 21

CPT

35h 30m

3 stops

CHC

May 25

CHC

32h 25m

3 stops

CPT

R25 929

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7:00 - 23:55

CPT

CHC

29h 55m

2 stops

6:05 - 22:50

CHC

CPT

27h 45m

2 stops

R18 577Qantas Airways

Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 11

9:55 - 0:20

CPT

CHC

28h 25m

2 stops

6:00 - 22:50

CHC

CPT

26h 50m

2 stops

R19 857Qantas Airways

Thu, May 21 - Mon, May 25

9:55 - 0:20

CPT

CHC

28h 25m

2 stops

6:00 - 22:50

CHC

CPT

26h 50m

2 stops

R19 890Qantas Airways

Thu, May 21 - Mon, May 25

14:00 - 0:20

CPT

CHC

24h 20m

2 stops

6:00 - 22:50

CHC

CPT

26h 50m

2 stops

R19 923Qantas Airways

Thu, May 21 - Mon, May 25

13:40 - 14:00

CPT

CHC

37h 20m

2 stops

18:20 - 9:45

CHC

CPT

50h 25m

3 stops

R23 057Multiple Airlines

Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 11

7:00 - 14:00

CPT

CHC

44h 00m

3 stops

18:20 - 9:45

CHC

CPT

50h 25m

3 stops

R24 386Multiple Airlines

Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 11

10:40 - 9:30

CPT

CHC

36h 50m

2 stops

11:00 - 9:25

CHC

CPT

32h 25m

3 stops

R24 780Singapore Airlines

Thu, May 21 - Mon, May 25

10:40 - 9:30

CPT

CHC

36h 50m

2 stops

6:35 - 9:25

CHC

CPT

36h 50m

3 stops

R24 797Singapore Airlines

Thu, May 21 - Mon, May 25

10:40 - 9:30

CPT

CHC

36h 50m

2 stops

6:35 - 9:25

CHC

CPT

36h 50m

3 stops

R24 846Singapore Airlines

Thu, May 21 - Mon, May 25

10:40 - 11:25

CPT

CHC

38h 45m

3 stops

11:00 - 9:25

CHC

CPT

32h 25m

3 stops

R25 863Singapore Airlines

Thu, May 21 - Mon, May 25

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Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT - CHC

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/3

7:00-23:55

2 stops29h 55m

Christchurch

Wed 11/3

6:05-22:50

2 stops27h 45m

R18 577

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT - CHC

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/5

9:55-0:20

2 stops28h 25m

Christchurch

Mon 25/5

6:00-22:50

2 stops26h 50m

R19 857

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT - CHC

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/5

9:55-0:20

2 stops28h 25m

Christchurch

Mon 25/5

6:00-22:50

2 stops26h 50m

R19 890

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT - CHC

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/5

14:00-0:20

2 stops24h 20m

Christchurch

Mon 25/5

6:00-22:50

2 stops26h 50m

R19 923

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT - CHC

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/3

13:40-14:00

2 stops37h 20m

Christchurch

Wed 11/3

18:20-9:45

3 stops50h 25m

R23 057

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT - CHC

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/3

7:00-14:00

3 stops44h 00m

Christchurch

Wed 11/3

18:20-9:45

3 stops50h 25m

R24 386

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT - CHC

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/5

10:40-9:30

2 stops36h 50m

Christchurch

Mon 25/5

11:00-9:25

3 stops32h 25m

R24 780

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT - CHC

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/5

10:40-9:30

2 stops36h 50m

Christchurch

Mon 25/5

6:35-9:25

3 stops36h 50m

R24 797

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT - CHC

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/5

10:40-9:30

2 stops36h 50m

Christchurch

Mon 25/5

6:35-9:25

3 stops36h 50m

R24 846

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT - CHC

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/5

10:40-11:25

3 stops38h 45m

Christchurch

Mon 25/5

11:00-9:25

3 stops32h 25m

R25 863

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Which airlines fly to South Island?

Qantas Airways, Emirates and South African are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Island from South Africa according to our data. Qantas Airways is the first choice among our users, with 66% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Island. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to South Island on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Best Round-Trip Price	R18 577
Fastest flight time	29h 55m
Popular in	December

The best round-trip flight price to South Island from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R18 577 (Cape Town Intl to Christchurch).

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The fastest flight to South Island from South Africa takes 29h 55m (Cape Town Intl to Christchurch).

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Which airlines fly to South Island?

You can find flights to South Island from 6 airlines. If you’re unsure which to fly with, consider booking your flight with Qantas Airways, Emirates or South African as these are the most popular among our users. Qantas Airways is the most favoured with 66% of momondo travellers booking flights with this airline.

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Prices for flights to South Island are updated daily.

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

As of January 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights to South Island.

How old do you have to be to fly to South Island?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to South Island.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Island can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South Island. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Which airlines fly to South Island?

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

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

How old do you have to be to fly to South Island?

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

Why use momondo?

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

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

How can momondo help me find flights to South Island?

I’m not ready to book a flight to South Island right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

An easier way to manage your South Island trip

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