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Student flight discount, we’ve got you covered
Take advantage of exclusive fares, extra baggage allowance and discounted rebooking fee with our student discount code NZSTUDENT.*
*Only available for selected fare categories
Travel lies at the heart of being an overseas student. Whether you're flying to study abroad, returning home, or planning a getaway in your break.
That’s why we’ve enhanced our International Student fare. Simply enter our student flight discount code NZSTUDENT to view our student fares and benefits.
Passengers with a student fare ticket must provide valid proof of student identity, which includes an International Student Identity Card (ISIC), student number, student visa, or other documents issued by the school, during check-in at the airport. When booking online, enter the number on the documents above, or the issue date of other documents issued by the school. Passengers unable to present the required documents will be required to pay the fare difference for their flight.
* Extra baggage allowances and free booking changes are only available for selected fare categories. All benefits are subject to availability.
**Document proof must be bought to check-in at the airport for verification. Those who are unable to present the required documents are required to pay the fare difference for their flight..
International student fares benefits
Student flight discount with 10% off Economy fares, 5% off Premium Economy and Business Class fares.
Economy Light and Essential fare category can enjoy a discounted change fee.
Extra checked baggage allowance to North America for Economy Essential and all destinations for Flex.
Booking details
| Departure Period: | 3 Oct 2023 - 31 Dec 2024 |
| Book by: | 2 Apr 2024 |
| Discount code: | NZSTUDENT |
| Destinations: | Hong Kong SAR: Hong Kong Chinese Mainland: Beijing, Guangzhou, Zhengzhou, Chongqing, Chengdu, Fuzhou, Haikou, Hangzhou, Nanjing, Shanghai, Qingdao, Wenzhou, Wuhan, Xi'an, Xiamen Taiwan China: Taipei, Kaohsiung, Taichung Asia: Tokyo, Sapporo, Osaka, Fukuoka, Seoul, Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Dhaka, Kathmandu, Bangkok, Phuket, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Cebu, Manila, Denpasar, Jakarta, Surabaya, Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Singapore, Phnom Penh, Siem Reap Europe: London, Manchester, Paris, Frankfurt, Milan, Amsterdam, Madrid, Zurich North America: Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, Chicago, Boston, Vancouver, Toronto |
Join Cathay and earn miles as you fly
Earn 3,000 bonus Asia Miles
Exciting news for all students! Simply enter NZSTUDENT at the checkout to unlock a member-exclusive bonus of 3,000 Asia Miles.
This fantastic offer is applicable to both return and one-way tickets, across Economy, Premium Economy, and Business class.
You won't want to miss out - offer ends 10 Feb 2024 and is subject to availability.
*Membership number must be entered in the booking prior to completing ticket purchase.
Terms and conditions of bonus Asia Miles
- The Students Bonus Miles offer, as further described in these Terms and Conditions (the “Offer”) is organised by Cathay Pacific Airways Limited (“Cathay”) and Asia Miles Limited (“AML”, and together with Cathay, “Cathay/AML”).
- The Offer commences on 3 Oct 2023, 00:00 and ends on 10 Feb 2024, 23:59 (both days inclusive, NZDT).
- Under the Offer, Members who are eligible to purchase Student Fare Tickets (as set out in the applicable Student Fare Terms and Conditions) (“Eligible Members”) have the chance (subject to paragraph 4) to earn 3,000 bonus Miles (“Bonus Miles”) on each Student Fare Ticket booked during the Offer Period at www.cathaypacific.com for travel to and from selected locations (as specified in the applicable Student Fare Terms and Conditions) on flights marketed and operated by Cathay Pacific (“Eligible Tickets”).
- The Offer only applies to the first 30 Eligible Tickets issued during the Offer Period. There is no limitation on the number of times that an Eligible Member can redeem this Offer during the Offer Period.
- To redeem the Offer, Eligible Members are required to present evidence of their eligibility (as per the applicable Student Fare Terms and Conditions) and fill in their Membership Number when booking an Eligible Ticket. Students who are not yet Members are welcome to sign up for the Cathay Membership Programme during the Offer Period, provided that they do so before bookings for Eligible Tickets are made.
- If Cathay/AML determines that an Eligible Member has met the requirements of the Offer, the Bonus Miles will be credited to that Eligible Member’s account within 3 months after the end of the Offer Period. AML reserves the right to refuse to credit Bonus Miles to any person that does not meet the requirements for eligibility under these Terms and Conditions.
- Eligible Tickets that are reissued or refunded will not be entitled to earn or retain the Bonus Miles under this Offer. If, at any time, Eligible Tickets are reissued or refunded, AML reserves the right to deduct the Bonus Miles from the Eligible Member’s account.
- Eligible Tickets are subject to the reservation system seat and booking availability of Cathay.
- Except as expressly set out in these Terms and Conditions, or as otherwise notified by Cathay/AML from time to time, this Offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other promotion, discount, offer or campaign.
- This Offer is not exchangeable, transferable, returnable or redeemable for cash.
- Eligible Members are responsible for reviewing these Terms and Conditions. By participating in this Offer, each Eligible Member agrees and accepts to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.
- This is a short-term Offer. Cathay/AML reserve the right (to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law) to amend any of these Terms and Conditions or suspend or terminate this Offer at any time without prior notice.
- These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Hong Kong.
- In the event of inconsistency between the English and translated versions of these Terms and Conditions, the English version shall prevail. All disputes relating to this Offer and these Terms and Conditions will be subject to the decision of Cathay/AML, which shall be final.
- Other Cathay terms and conditions, including the applicable Student Fare Terms and Conditions and Cathay Membership Programme Terms and Conditions, apply. To the extent of any inconsistency between these Terms and Conditions and other terms and conditions, these Terms and Conditions shall prevail.
- Personal data collected, used, stored, disclosed or otherwise dealt with in connection with this Offer shall be processed in accordance with the Cathay Pacific Customer Privacy Policy, available here: insert link.
- Unless otherwise defined in these Terms and Conditions, capitalised terms in these Terms and Conditions shall have the following meaning:
- “Cathay Membership Programme” means the travel and lifestyle awards and relationship programme owned by Cathay, and operated and managed by AML.
- “Member” means any person who is a member of the Cathay Membership Programme.
- “Membership Number” means the membership number of a Member for the Cathay Membership Programme.
- “Miles” means the unit of measurement of the Cathay Membership Programme, such Miles being credited to Members in connection with air travel, services and products purchased or usage of participating services and products as determined by AML.
- “Student Fare Terms and Conditions” means any terms and conditions applying to Student Fare Tickets.
- “Student Fare Ticket” means discounted student fare tickets, as further described on this page.
International student Economy fare options
Our Light, Essential and Flex Economy faresOpen a new window will offer you more choices, discounts and value. When students travel with us, we'll provide more flexibility and benefits including extra baggage allowances and discount rebooking.*
Light
Taking advantage of your term break? Travel light with our great-value fares.
Essential
Heading home? Make the most of our increased baggage allowance.
Flex
Embarking on your study abroad adventure? Take complete control over your booking.
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Light |
Essential |
Flex |
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| International Student Fare price | 10% discount* | ||
| Cabin baggage | 1 piece, 7kg | 1 piece, 7kg | 1 piece, 7kg |
| Checked baggage+ | 1 piece, 23kg | 2 pieces, 23kg each | 2 pieces, 23kg each |
| International Student Fare checked baggage | - | + 1 extra piece (to US/Canada only), 23kg | + 1 extra piece (all destinations^), 23kg |
| Normal flight changes | NZD100-200 | NZD50-100 | Free |
| International Student Fare flight changes | Exclusive rate of NZD85 |
Exclusive rate of NZD34 |
Free |
| Free seat pre-selection | - |  |
(also applicable to extra legroom) |
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International student Premium Economy
and Business Class fares options
To travel in true style, book our Premium EconomyOpen a new window and Business ClassOpen a new window fares. We offer students flying Premium Economy and Business, 3 pieces of checked baggage and unlimited date changes on every booking.
Category |
Premium Economy |
Business |
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| International Student Fare price | 5% discount* | |
| Cabin baggage | 1 piece, 7kg | 1 piece, 10kg |
| Checked baggage+ | 2 pieces, 23kg each | 2 pieces, 32kg each |
| International Student fare checked baggage | + 1 extra piece (all destinations), 23kg | + 1 extra piece (all destinations), 32kg |
| International Student fare flight changes | Free |
Free |
| Free seat pre-selection | |
(also applicable to extra legroom) |
* The discount code (NZSTUDENT) entitles you to 5%-10% off the fares. This is before any taxes, fees/charges, carrier surcharges or additional costs. Fares are subject to availability. Discount rate only applies to selected destinations.
**Checked baggage allowances applies to Cathay Pacific operated flights only. Baggage size and piece restrictionsOpen a new window may apply.
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Terms and conditions
OFFER DETAILS |
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Offer ends: |
2 Apr 2024 |
Departures: |
3 Oct 2023 – 31 Dec 2024 |
Airline: |
Cathay Pacific |
From: |
Auckland |
To: |
Hong Kong SAR: Hong Kong Chinese Mainland: Beijing, Guangzhou, Zhengzhou, Chongqing, Chengdu, Fuzhou, Haikou, Hangzhou, Nanjing, Shanghai, Qingdao, Wenzhou, Wuhan, Xi'an, Xiamen Taiwan China: Taipei, Kaohsiung, Taichung Asia: Tokyo, Sapporo, Osaka, Fukuoka, Seoul, Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Dhaka, Kathmandu, Bangkok, Phuket, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Cebu, Manila, Denpasar, Jakarta, Surabaya, Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Singapore, Phnom Penh, Siem Reap Europe: London, Manchester, Paris, Frankfurt, Milan, Amsterdam, Madrid, Zurich North America: Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, Chicago, Boston, Vancouver, Toronto |
Eligibility: |
The Offer applies to students or recent graduates aged 31 and below (based on outbound departure date) holding a valid student identification card or acceptance letter issued by an educational institute from any country. A International Student Identity Card (ISIC), proof of a student visa will also be accepted as proof of student status. Proof must be valid at the time of travel. Children and infant discount not applicable. Tickets must originate and be issued in New Zealand. |
Fares: |
Seats are limited, availability and price may vary based on flight number, departure date and airport. The discount code can only be applied to a maximum of five passengers per booking. |
CHANGES & FEES |
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Rebooking: |
USD50 (Economy Light), USD20 (Economy Essential), Free (Economy Flex, Premium Economy and Business Class). Changes must be made before the ticketed flight/date. |
Cancellation: |
Permitted before or after departure. |
No Show: |
No show fees USD200 apply. |
Refunds: |
Wholly unused ticket: Economy Light USD230, Economy Essential USD180, Economy Flex USD100, Premium Economy and Business Class USD100. For partially used tickets: Refund applied only if residual is available after deducting the applicable fares (same or higher class code) of the flown sector plus cancellation fee. |
OTHER |
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Check-in baggage: |
Economy: Premium Economy: Business Class: |
Frequent Flyer: |
May be accrued in eligible oneworld partner programs (including Cathay or Qantas Frequent Flyer) for travel on eligible fare types and booking classes. Check with your frequent flyer program. |
Exclusive offers
One of the best parts about being a student is accessing great deals. When students travel with us, you will receive a student flight discount code: NZSTUDENT. Students will then receive a promo code on their flight confirmation page to enjoy discount at Plaza Premium Lounge and more.
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Discount voucher on HKairportShop.comBook our student fares today and save up to HKD200 off on HKairportShop.com*
*On a first-come, first-served basis and quota applies.
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Discount offer at the Plaza Premium LoungeBook our student fares to enjoy up to 60% off Plaza Premium Lounge stays.
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Discount Offer of 500 bonus Asia MilesBook a student flight and spend HKD1,000 or more at the Cathay shop and earn 500 bonus Asia Miles.
Join Cathay and earn miles as you fly
Make the most of being a student and join Cathay to earn miles when you fly. For example, fly from Auckland to London via Hong Kong and earn up to 21,000 miles.
From there you can redeem your miles on a range of experiences, exciting offers and unmissable rewards in our Cathay shop. Spend your miles on changing flights, hotel stays, meaningful experience and curated products.
Sign up to Cathay now to start earning miles and live the elevated life every day.
FAQs for International student fare
Q: Are there any concessions for International Student fares for international flights?
A: Yes, there are discounted air fares available to students or recent graduates age 31 or below (based on outbound departure date). To be eligible, you must hold holding a valid student identification card or acceptance letter issued by an educational institute from any country. A International Student Identity Card (ISIC), proof of a student visa will also be accepted as proof of student status. Our student flight discount code ‘NZSTUDENT’ entitles you to 5%-10% off the regular air fare. This is before any taxes, fees/charges, carrier surcharges or additional costs.*
*The discount rate only applies to selected destinations. Fares are subject to availability
Q: How do students get discounts on flights?
A: To enjoy student flight discounts, students must add ‘NZSTUDENT’ in the discount code field in the flight search panel at www.cathaypacific.com. Any request to apply the discount code after checkout is not accepted. The student flight discount code can only be used when purchasing flights on our website and our mobile App. All tickets must originate and be issued in New Zealand.
Q: Do International Students get extra luggage?
A: Yes, for ‘Essential’ Economy student fares (travelling to USA / Canada only), ‘Flex’ Economy student fares and Premium Economy student fares will have 1 extra checked baggage piece at 23kg . Business Class student fares will have 1 extra checked baggage piece at 32kg .
Q: How do International students get an extra baggage allowance?
A: If you’re an eligible International Students or recent graduates age 31 or below (based on outbound departure date) you can use our student flight discount code to book your flight. To be eligible you must have a valid ISIC and Student number. Those travelling Economy (Essential and Flex), Premium Economy and Business will be allocated extra baggage allowance in their booking.
Q: How do I prove I am an International Student?
A: A valid student identification card or acceptance letter issued by an educational institute from any country. A International Student Identity Card (ISIC), proof of a student visa will also be accepted as proof of student status.
Q: What is the International Student Identity Card (ISIC)?
A: The International Student Identity Card (ISIC) is an internationally accepted proof of student status. ISIC verifies students and provides students with access to various benefits and discounts such as flight discounts and more.