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 16h 40m 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

Aug 4

CPT

30h 30m

3 stops

CHC

Oct 29

CHC

41h 35m

2 stops

CPT

R20 504

Multiple Airlines

Aug 4

CPT

43h 55m

2 stops

CHC

Oct 29

CHC

27h 45m

2 stops

CPT

R21 249

Qantas Airways

Jun 10

CPT

31h 20m

2 stops

CHC

Jul 15

CHC

45h 20m

2 stops

CPT

R21 655

Qantas Airways

Jun 10

CPT

28h 25m

2 stops

CHC

Jul 19

CHC

54h 05m

2 stops

CPT

R23 433

Qantas Airways

Jun 8

CPT

28h 25m

2 stops

CHC

Jun 11

CHC

26h 50m

2 stops

CPT

R24 263

Qantas Airways

Jun 8

CPT

28h 25m

2 stops

CHC

Jun 11

CHC

26h 50m

2 stops

CPT

R24 381

Qantas Airways

Jun 10

CPT

28h 25m

2 stops

CHC

Jul 16

CHC

45h 20m

2 stops

CPT

R24 398

Qantas Airways

Jun 8

CPT

28h 25m

2 stops

CHC

Jun 11

CHC

26h 50m

2 stops

CPT

R24 720

Emirates

Jun 8

CPT

43h 55m

2 stops

CHC

Jun 11

CHC

61h 10m

2 stops

CPT

R25 584

Emirates

Jun 8

CPT

43h 45m

2 stops

CHC

Jun 11

CHC

63h 10m

2 stops

CPT

R25 736

Qantas Airways

Jun 10

CPT

31h 20m

2 stops

CHC

Jul 17

CHC

58h 45m

2 stops

CPT

R26 176

Emirates

Sept 27

CPT

48h 55m

2 stops

CHC

Dec 15

CHC

64h 35m

2 stops

CPT

R26 464

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15:20 - 7:50

CPT

CHC

30h 30m

3 stops

6:05 - 12:40

CHC

CPT

41h 35m

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R20 504Qantas Airways

Tue, Aug 4 - Thu, Oct 29

18:25 - 0:20

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CHC

43h 55m

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6:05 - 22:50

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27h 45m

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R21 249Multiple Airlines

Tue, Aug 4 - Thu, Oct 29

7:00 - 0:20

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CHC

31h 20m

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6:00 - 17:20

CHC

CPT

45h 20m

2 stops

R21 655Qantas Airways

Wed, Jun 10 - Wed, Jul 15

9:55 - 0:20

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CHC

28h 25m

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16:35 - 12:40

CHC

CPT

54h 05m

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R23 433Qantas Airways

Wed, Jun 10 - Sun, Jul 19

9:55 - 0:20

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CHC

28h 25m

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6:00 - 22:50

CHC

CPT

26h 50m

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R24 263Qantas Airways

Mon, Jun 8 - Thu, Jun 11

9:55 - 0:20

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CHC

28h 25m

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6:00 - 22:50

CHC

CPT

26h 50m

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R24 381Qantas Airways

Mon, Jun 8 - Thu, Jun 11

9:55 - 0:20

CPT

CHC

28h 25m

2 stops

6:00 - 17:20

CHC

CPT

45h 20m

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R24 398Qantas Airways

Wed, Jun 10 - Thu, Jul 16

9:55 - 0:20

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CHC

28h 25m

2 stops

6:00 - 22:50

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CPT

26h 50m

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R24 720Qantas Airways

Mon, Jun 8 - Thu, Jun 11

18:25 - 0:20

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CHC

43h 55m

2 stops

8:20 - 11:30

CHC

CPT

61h 10m

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R25 584Emirates

Mon, Jun 8 - Thu, Jun 11

18:25 - 0:10

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CHC

43h 45m

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6:20 - 11:30

CHC

CPT

63h 10m

2 stops

R25 736Emirates

Mon, Jun 8 - Thu, Jun 11

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Cape TownChristchurch

CPT - CHC

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/8

15:20-7:50

3 stops30h 30m

Christchurch

Thu 29/10

6:05-12:40

2 stops41h 35m

R20 504

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT - CHC

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/8

18:25-0:20

2 stops43h 55m

Christchurch

Thu 29/10

6:05-22:50

2 stops27h 45m

R21 249

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT - CHC

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/6

7:00-0:20

2 stops31h 20m

Christchurch

Wed 15/7

6:00-17:20

2 stops45h 20m

R21 655

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT - CHC

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/6

9:55-0:20

2 stops28h 25m

Christchurch

Sun 19/7

16:35-12:40

2 stops54h 05m

R23 433

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Cape TownChristchurch

CPT - CHC

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/6

9:55-0:20

2 stops28h 25m

Christchurch

Thu 11/6

6:00-22:50

2 stops26h 50m

R24 263

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT - CHC

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/6

9:55-0:20

2 stops28h 25m

Christchurch

Thu 11/6

6:00-22:50

2 stops26h 50m

R24 381

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT - CHC

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/6

9:55-0:20

2 stops28h 25m

Christchurch

Thu 16/7

6:00-17:20

2 stops45h 20m

R24 398

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT - CHC

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/6

9:55-0:20

2 stops28h 25m

Christchurch

Thu 11/6

6:00-22:50

2 stops26h 50m

R24 720

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT - CHC

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/6

18:25-0:20

2 stops43h 55m

Christchurch

Thu 11/6

8:20-11:30

2 stops61h 10m

R25 584

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT - CHC

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/6

18:25-0:10

2 stops43h 45m

Christchurch

Thu 11/6

6:20-11:30

2 stops63h 10m

R25 736

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Which airlines fly to South Island?

Qantas Airways, Emirates and Cathay Pacific 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 65% 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 One-Way Price	R15 103
Best Round-Trip Price	R20 504
Fastest flight time	29h 30m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to South Island from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R15 103 (Cape Town Intl to Christchurch).

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The best round-trip flight price to South Island from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R20 504 (Cape Town Intl to Christchurch).

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The fastest flight to South Island from South Africa takes 29h 30m (Cape Town Intl to Christchurch).

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December has the highest demand for flights to South Island, with a 11% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to South Island

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 Cathay Pacific as these are the most popular among our users. Qantas Airways is the most favoured with 65% of momondo travellers booking flights with this airline.

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

Prices for flights to South Island are updated daily.

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

As of April 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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