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$1,055+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) to South Island

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 11/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — CHC
Oct 29 — Nov 51
Wed 10/29
Wed 11/5
1 adult, Economy
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$1,055
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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to South Island
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This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/136:15 amMCI - CHC
2 stops32h 40mAir New Zealand
Thu 11/2010:30 amCHC - MCI
2 stops25h 07mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/29$1,797
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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.
Tue 11/115:35 pmMCI - CHC
2 stops23h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/186:00 amCHC - MCI
2 stops29h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/27$1,926
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/194:44 pmMCI - CHC
2 stops23h 11mAir New Zealand
Sun 10/268:10 pmCHC - MCI
2 stops38h 27mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/28$1,978
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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.
Sun 10/194:44 pmMCI - CHC
2 stops24h 41mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/266:10 amCHC - MCI
3 stops33h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/28$2,230
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/194:39 pmMCI - CHC
3 stops51h 16mEmirates
Sun 10/266:20 pmCHC - MCI
3 stops45h 30mEmirates
Deal found 9/28$3,228

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Kansas CityChristchurch

MCI - CHC

MCICHC

Kansas City

Fri 3/6

2:11 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops29h 19m

Christchurch

Fri 3/20

6:05 am-8:03 pm

2 stops31h 58m

$1,529

Kansas CityChristchurch

MCI - CHC

MCICHC

Kansas City

Thu 11/13

6:15 am-9:55 am

2 stops32h 40m

Christchurch

Thu 11/20

10:30 am-4:37 pm

2 stops25h 07m

$1,797

Kansas CityChristchurch

MCI - CHC

MCICHC

Kansas City

Thu 2/26

7:18 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops22h 07m

Christchurch

Thu 3/12

4:00 pm-11:28 pm

3 stops25h 28m

$1,826

Kansas CityChristchurch

MCI - CHC

MCICHC

Kansas City

Tue 11/11

5:35 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops23h 50m

Christchurch

Tue 11/18

6:00 am-4:37 pm

2 stops29h 37m

$1,926

Kansas CityChristchurch

MCI - CHC

MCICHC

Kansas City

Thu 11/13

1:47 pm-9:55 am

3 stops25h 08m

Christchurch

Thu 11/20

12:00 pm-4:37 pm

2 stops23h 37m

$1,926

Kansas CityChristchurch

MCI - CHC

MCICHC

Kansas City

Fri 3/6

7:25 am-10:35 am

1 stop32h 10m

Christchurch

Fri 3/20

1:15 pm-2:49 pm

1 stop19h 34m

$1,927

Kansas CityChristchurch

MCI - CHC

MCICHC

Kansas City

Thu 3/5

4:23 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops27h 32m

Christchurch

Mon 3/9

6:05 am-8:03 pm

2 stops31h 58m

$1,930

Kansas CityChristchurch

MCI - CHC

MCICHC

Kansas City

Sat 1/10

9:05 am-9:55 am

3 stops29h 50m

Christchurch

Sat 1/24

3:30 pm-9:59 pm

3 stops25h 29m

$2,226

Kansas CityQueenstown

MCI - ZQN

MCIZQN

Kansas City

Sun 3/22

3:50 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops26h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 3/26

9:20 am-12:09 am

2 stops32h 49m

$2,455

Kansas CityQueenstown

MCI - ZQN

MCIZQN

Kansas City

Sun 3/22

3:50 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops26h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 3/26

10:35 am-11:28 pm

3 stops30h 53m

$2,475

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Reviews of airlines servicing South Island

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Island. 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 Island. Reviews last updated September 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand from Kansas City to South Island to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
507 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
507 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
507 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kansas City to South Island. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Kansas City to South Island?

    Located just 17.4 mi from the city center, Kansas City (MCI) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to South Island from Kansas City.

  • How long is the flight from Kansas City to South Island?

    There are many flights that can get you from Kansas City to South Island in 26h 30m. Fly via Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Kansas City and South Island are separated by a distance of 8333 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kansas City to South Island that include hotel bookings?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Kansas City to South Island?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City to South Island 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 Kansas City to South Island?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to South Island (average of $1,101). Flying from Kansas City to South Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,869). 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 airline flying from Kansas City to South Island

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Kansas City to South Island. 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 September 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$893Average$1,502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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