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    Cathay Pacific
    Up to 10% discount*
    Student flight discounts, we’ve got you covered

    Whether you're flying to study abroad, returning home, or planning a holiday on your break, save up to 10% off* flights, enjoy extra baggage+ and a complimentary date change^ with our student fares. Simply enter the discount code AUSTUDENT when searching for your flights to enjoy our exclusive student fares and benefits.

    With access to over 250 destinations worldwide, we’re proud to support your journey of learning, adventure and discovery.

    Offer ends:
    01 Apr 2026

    Booking conditions

    Discount code
    AUSTUDENT
    Departure period
    16 Nov 2025 - 30 Oct 2026
    Trip type
    • One way
    • Return
    Cabin class
    • Economy
    • Premium Economy
    • Business
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    • Return
    • One way
    Select cabin class and number of passengers

    Booking of more than 9 passengers is currently not available online. Please contact your local reservations office.

    Adults (12+)
    1
    Children (2 to 11)
    0
    Infants (under 2)
    0

    Your student privileges

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    Save on every journey

    Enjoy up to 10% off Economy, Premium Economy and Business class fares*. Simply apply the discount code AUSTUDENT to your flight.

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    Explore at any age

    As long as you have valid proof of student status# – such as an International Student Identity Card (ISIC), student visa, student number or admission letter – you’re eligible.

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    Free to change your mind^

    Sometimes plans change. Enjoy one free date change^ with Economy Light or Essential fares, and unlimited flexibility with Economy Flex, Premium Economy or Business class. 

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    Extra baggage+ allowance

    We’re pleased to offer extra baggage+ with our Student Fare, including up to three checked bags on selected routes – perfect for big moves or long visits. 

     

    Economy class

    Premium Economy class

    Business class

    Category

    Light

    Essential

    Flex

    Student Fare price Up to 10% off* with discount code AUSTUDENT
    Cabin baggage 1 piece, 7kg 1 piece, 10kg
    Checked baggage+ 1 piece, 23kg 2 pieces, 23kg each 2 pieces, 32kg each
    Student Fare checked baggage+ -

    +1 extra piece, 23kg

    (to US/Canada only)

    +1 extra piece, 23kg

    (all destinations)

    +1 extra piece, 32kg

    (all destinations)

    Student Fare flight change^ 1 complimentary change Unlimited free change
    Free seat pre-selection - check check

    (also applicable to extra legroom)
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    Free same-day earlier flight change - - check

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    (only applicable to Flex fare)

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    (only applicable to Flex fare)
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    *Only applicable to selected fare class.

    #Passengers who purchase a Cathay Pacific student fare ticket must present valid proof of their student identity, which includes a valid International Student Identity Card (ISIC), student visa, student number, or other relevant documents issued by the education institution, such as an admission letter or acceptance confirmation, for verification when checking in at the airport. If passengers are unable to present the required proof of student status upon request, but wish to travel on the same flight, they will need to purchase a new non-student fare ticket, which is subject to seat availability. Passenger may apply for a refund on the fully or partially unused Student Fare ticket, subject to the applicable refund charges (if any).

    +Checked baggage allowances are applicable to Cathay Pacific operated flights only. Baggage size and piece restrictions may apply.

    ^The flight change fee will be waived; any applicable fare differences will still apply. Terms & conditions apply.

    Adelaide: Direct seasonal flights available from 12 November 2025 to 26 March 2026.

    Cairns: Direct seasonal flights available from 9 December 2025 to 28 February 2026.

    ^Zip Pay - Minimum monthly repayments are required. A monthly account fee of $9.95 applies and is subject to change. Pay your closing balance in full by the due date each month and we’ll waive the fee. Available to approved applicants only and subject to completion of satisfactory credit assessment. Other charges may be payable. Fees and charges subject to change. T&Cs apply. Credit provided by ZipMoney Payments Pty Ltd (ABN 58 164 440 993), Australian Credit Licence  Number 441878. Visit https://zip.co/au/zip-pay to find out more. 

    #Zip Money - The interest free period is the maximum period of time when no interest is charged on the purchase. The availability of the interest free period for a purchase will depend on the purchase amount, the minimum monthly repayment and account status. Minimum monthly repayments are required and vary according to credit limit. Minimum monthly repayments may require repayment of the purchase prior to the expiry of the maximum interest free period. In other cases, paying only the minimum monthly repayment may not repay the purchase in the interest free period. Any purchase amount outstanding at the expiry of the interest free period will be charged at the standard variable interest rate, 25.9% per annum, as at 1 June 2023. Zip Money is available to approved applicants and subject to completion of a satisfactory credit assessment. A monthly account fee of $9.95 applies and a one-off establishment fee may apply for new customers. Other charges may be payable, see T&Cs. Interest, fees and charges are subject to change. Terms and Conditions apply and are available on application. Further details https://zip.co/au/zip-money. Credit provided by ZipMoney Payments Pty Ltd (ABN 58 164 440 993), Australian Credit Licence Number 441878.

    Campaign code:  SYD2510007