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$845+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to South Africa

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — JNB
Jan 15 — Jan 221
Thu 1/15
Thu 1/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 16, 2025.

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Thu 12/256:00 amMSP - JNB
2 stops42h 40mQatar Airways
Wed 12/311:45 pmJNB - MSP
2 stops36h 21mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/16$2,352
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Mon 12/226:00 amMSP - JNB
2 stops42h 40mQatar Airways
Fri 1/231:45 pmJNB - MSP
2 stops33h 11mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/16$2,369
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/296:45 pmMSP - JNB
2 stops52h 20mLufthansa
Fri 1/97:45 pmJNB - MSP
2 stops31h 42mLufthansa
Deal found 12/15$2,394
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/296:00 amMSP - CPT
2 stops26h 10mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/98:50 pmCPT - MSP
2 stops26h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$2,527
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/291:17 pmMSP - JNB
1 stop21h 43mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 1/910:00 pmJNB - MSP
1 stop24h 10mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/15$2,564
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/283:30 pmMSP - JNB
1 stop22h 35mDelta
Sat 1/107:20 pmJNB - MSP
1 stop25h 55mDelta
Deal found 12/15$2,591
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2911:20 amMSP - JNB
2 stops23h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/910:00 pmJNB - MSP
2 stops25h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$2,647
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/296:00 amMSP - JNB
2 stops37h 55mQatar Airways
Fri 1/91:45 pmJNB - MSP
2 stops41h 51mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/15$2,674
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Mon 12/293:30 pmMSP - CPT
1 stop22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/97:55 amCPT - MSP
1 stop37h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$2,693
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/296:00 amMSP - CPT
2 stops31h 55mDelta
Fri 1/99:30 pmCPT - MSP
1 stop22h 08mDelta
Deal found 12/15$2,708
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Mon 12/2912:00 pmMSP - JNB
2 stops41h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/92:30 pmJNB - MSP
3 stops38h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$2,735
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/284:40 pmMSP - CPT
1 stop29h 10mDelta
Sat 1/108:00 amCPT - MSP
1 stop38h 30mDelta
Deal found 12/15$2,735

Find flight deals from Minneapolis to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Minneapolis to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated December 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,347
(Turkish Airlines)

One-way from

$845
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$2,269
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to South Africa that are best for you.

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MinneapolisCape Town

MSP - CPT

MSPCPT

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 5/2

3:24 pm-11:50 am

2 stops37h 26m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 5/9

4:40 pm-7:32 pm

2 stops33h 52m

$1,377

MinneapolisCape Town

MSP - CPT

MSPCPT

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 3/17

3:21 pm-11:50 am

2 stops37h 29m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/29

4:40 pm-7:49 pm

2 stops34h 09m

$1,447

MinneapolisJohannesburg

MSP - JNB

MSPJNB

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 1/30

5:16 pm-10:50 am

2 stops33h 34m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/6

7:05 pm-10:23 am

2 stops47h 18m

$1,479

MinneapolisCape Town

MSP - CPT

MSPCPT

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 1/30

9:55 am-6:00 pm

2 stops24h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/6

8:50 pm-10:56 am

1 stop22h 06m

$1,522

MinneapolisCape Town

MSP - CPT

MSPCPT

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 1/21

10:00 am-7:15 pm

1 stop25h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/26

9:30 pm-6:43 pm

1 stop29h 13m

$1,522

MinneapolisCape Town

MSP - CPT

MSPCPT

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 2/7

12:10 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/18

8:50 pm-10:36 am

1 stop21h 46m

$1,522

MinneapolisCape Town

MSP - CPT

MSPCPT

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 4/15

3:29 pm-11:50 am

2 stops37h 21m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 4/25

4:40 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops36h 20m

$1,528

MinneapolisCape Town

MSP - CPT

MSPCPT

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 1/30

4:40 pm-5:50 am

1 stop29h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/14

8:00 am-12:35 pm

1 stop36h 35m

$1,536

MinneapolisCape Town

MSP - CPT

MSPCPT

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 1/30

4:40 pm-5:50 am

1 stop29h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/6

11:45 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop44h 50m

$1,537

MinneapolisCape Town

MSP - CPT

MSPCPT

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 1/21

5:50 pm-6:10 am

1 stop28h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/26

11:45 pm-8:57 pm

2 stops29h 12m

$1,547

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Best time to book a flight from Minneapolis to South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from Minneapolis with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Minneapolis to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Minneapolis to South Africa?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to South Africa (average of $148). Flying from Minneapolis to South Africa in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,287). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MSP to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Minneapolis to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 16, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Minneapolis to South Africa in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 12% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Minneapolis to South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to South Africa. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Minneapolis to South Africa flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to South Africa. Reviews last updated December 16, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, KLM, and Qatar Airways from Minneapolis to South Africa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,430 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,683 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,094 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Minneapolis to South Africa?

    Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Minneapolis to South Africa. It is only a 7.3 mi journey to Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) from Minneapolis’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Minneapolis to South Africa?

    Departing from Minneapolis to South Africa will take you 24h 05m. There are 8823 mi between Minneapolis and South Africa. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Minneapolis to South Africa?

    When deciding which route to take from Minneapolis to South Africa consider Minneapolis St Paul - Cape Town Intl, Minneapolis St Paul - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Minneapolis St Paul - Durban King Shaka Intl as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Minneapolis to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Minneapolis to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Minneapolis to South Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Minneapolis to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Minneapolis to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Minneapolis to South Africa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Minneapolis to South Africa?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to South Africa (average of $148). Flying from Minneapolis to South Africa in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,287). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Minneapolis to South Africa

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Minneapolis to South Africa. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$137Average$1,707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$867Average$1,370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,247Average$1,483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,316Average$1,471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,577Average$2,071FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$1,638Average$1,982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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