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$823+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis (MSP) 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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — CHC
Jan 18 — Jan 251
Sun 1/18
Sun 1/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Minneapolis to South Island

Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 19, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/213:08 pmMSP - CHC
2 stops24h 17mAir New Zealand
Mon 1/56:10 amCHC - MSP
2 stops27h 17mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/17$2,737
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 12/213:08 pmMSP - CHC
1 stop24h 27mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/55:00 pmCHC - MSP
2 stops44h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/19$3,010
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/213:08 pmMSP - CHC
1 stop24h 27mAir New Zealand
Tue 1/61:00 pmCHC - MSP
2 stops24h 58mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/16$3,021
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Mon 12/223:45 pmMSP - CHC
2 stops22h 20mAir New Zealand
Wed 12/245:00 pmCHC - MSP
2 stops25h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/18$3,211
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/214:30 pmMSP - CHC
3 stops74h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/66:05 amCHC - MSP
2 stops32h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$3,216
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Fri 12/193:08 pmMSP - CHC
1 stop24h 27mAir New Zealand
Sat 1/31:00 pmCHC - MSP
2 stops20h 27mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/18$3,334

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,241
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$823
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,585
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minneapolis to South Island that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 19, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to South Island that are best for you.

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MinneapolisChristchurch

MSP - CHC

MSPCHC

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 2/28

12:00 pm-11:55 pm

3 stops40h 55m

Christchurch

Wed 3/11

6:10 am-3:49 pm

3 stops51h 39m

$1,241

MinneapolisChristchurch

MSP - CHC

MSPCHC

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 2/15

5:40 pm-10:35 am

1 stop21h 55m

Christchurch

Wed 2/25

5:45 am-10:59 pm

2 stops36h 14m

$1,480

MinneapolisChristchurch

MSP - CHC

MSPCHC

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 3/15

12:00 pm-3:25 pm

3 stops33h 25m

Christchurch

Tue 3/24

6:10 am-3:49 pm

3 stops51h 39m

$1,511

MinneapolisChristchurch

MSP - CHC

MSPCHC

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 4/2

7:30 am-10:25 am

2 stops32h 55m

Christchurch

Sun 4/12

6:30 am-12:31 am

2 stops35h 01m

$1,536

MinneapolisDunedin

MSP - DUD

MSPDUD

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 2/1

2:05 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops33h 45m

Dunedin

Sun 2/8

7:35 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops46h 24m

$1,565

MinneapolisChristchurch

MSP - CHC

MSPCHC

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 2/15

11:19 am-10:25 am

3 stops28h 06m

Christchurch

Wed 2/25

4:00 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops25h 59m

$1,596

MinneapolisChristchurch

MSP - CHC

MSPCHC

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 3/5

4:30 pm-11:05 pm

3 stops59h 35m

Christchurch

Sat 3/21

6:10 am-9:19 pm

3 stops33h 09m

$1,623

MinneapolisChristchurch

MSP - CHC

MSPCHC

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 1/30

9:55 am-9:05 am

3 stops28h 10m

Christchurch

Sun 2/15

4:00 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops25h 59m

$1,646

MinneapolisChristchurch

MSP - CHC

MSPCHC

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 1/30

7:12 am-8:05 am

2 stops53h 53m

Christchurch

Sun 2/15

2:15 pm-4:17 pm

1 stop21h 02m

$1,661

MinneapolisChristchurch

MSP - CHC

MSPCHC

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 1/30

2:36 pm-1:15 pm

3 stops27h 39m

Christchurch

Sun 2/15

11:50 am-8:09 pm

3 stops27h 19m

$1,665

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Best time to book a flight from Minneapolis to South Island

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to South Island (average of $944). Flying from Minneapolis to South Island in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,476). 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 EDG?

Find hourly flight availability from Minneapolis to South Island. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 19, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Minneapolis to South Island is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

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 December 19, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, and United Airlines from Minneapolis to South Island have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
554 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
554 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
554 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
948 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
554 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,094 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
554 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,058 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
554 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to South Island?

    For a flight from Minneapolis to South Island, you will be flying from Minneapolis St Paul. Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) is just 7.3 mi from the center of the city.

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

    For as low as $1,480, Air New Zealand can have you in South Island from Minneapolis in 21h 55m. There are 8395 mi between Minneapolis and South Island. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Minneapolis to South Island are Minneapolis St Paul - Christchurch, Minneapolis St Paul - Dunedin and Minneapolis St Paul - Queenstown Intl.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to South Island?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to South Island (average of $944). Flying from Minneapolis to South Island in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,476). 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 4 airlines flying from Minneapolis to South Island

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Minneapolis 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 December 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$940Average$952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$988Average$1,142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,037Average$1,409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,094Average$1,293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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