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$741+ 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 10/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — CHC
Aug 26 — Sep 21
Tue 8/26
Tue 9/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Minneapolis to South Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Minneapolis to South Island flight deals. Data was last updated August 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$976
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$741
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,074
From Minneapolis St Paul to South Island
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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 August 21, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/84:30 pmMSP - CHC
3 stops59h 35mAir Canada
Thu 11/206:10 amCHC - MSP
3 stops52h 39mAir Canada
Deal found 8/20$976
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/14:30 pmMSP - CHC
3 stops61h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/86:10 amCHC - MSP
3 stops34h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/20$994
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/302:55 pmMSP - CHC
2 stops27h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/146:15 amCHC - MSP
2 stops27h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/20$1,238
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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.
Tue 11/1812:00 pmMSP - ZQN
3 stops36h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/97:00 amZQN - MSP
2 stops30h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/21$1,273
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/214:30 pmMSP - ZQN
3 stops74h 45mAir Canada
Wed 12/103:35 pmZQN - MSP
3 stops67h 14mAir Canada
Deal found 8/21$1,316
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
Sat 11/15:39 pmMSP - CHC
2 stops51h 46mAir New Zealand
Sat 11/84:00 pmCHC - MSP
2 stops41h 09mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/20$1,375
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/162:55 pmMSP - ZQN
2 stops30h 55mQantas Airways
Thu 12/115:30 pmZQN - MSP
2 stops44h 27mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/21$1,382
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/194:30 pmMSP - ZQN
3 stops74h 45mAir Canada
Thu 12/113:35 pmZQN - MSP
3 stops67h 14mAir Canada
Deal found 8/21$1,416
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/162:55 pmMSP - ZQN
2 stops30h 55mQantas Airways
Sun 12/712:50 pmZQN - MSP
2 stops42h 34mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/21$1,418
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 11/178:00 amMSP - ZQN
2 stops30h 50mAir New Zealand
Mon 12/82:35 pmZQN - MSP
2 stops42h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/21$1,443
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/197:25 amMSP - CHC
2 stops36h 15mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/266:15 amCHC - MSP
2 stops32h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/21$1,478
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/163:32 pmMSP - CHC
2 stops28h 08mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/298:20 amCHC - MSP
2 stops23h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/20$1,488

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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 August 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to South Island that are best for you.

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Minneapolis

Fly to

South Island

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MinneapolisChristchurch

MSP - CHC

MSPCHC

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 11/8

4:30 pm-11:05 pm

3 stops59h 35m

Christchurch

Thu 11/20

6:10 am-3:49 pm

3 stops52h 39m

$976

MinneapolisChristchurch

MSP - CHC

MSPCHC

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 11/1

4:30 pm-11:55 pm

3 stops61h 25m

Christchurch

Sat 11/8

6:10 am-9:19 pm

3 stops34h 09m

$994

MinneapolisChristchurch

MSP - CHC

MSPCHC

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 11/30

2:55 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops27h 10m

Christchurch

Sun 12/14

6:15 am-2:40 pm

2 stops27h 25m

$1,238

MinneapolisQueenstown

MSP - ZQN

MSPZQN

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 11/18

12:00 pm-7:55 pm

3 stops36h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 12/9

7:00 am-6:57 pm

2 stops30h 57m

$1,273

MinneapolisQueenstown

MSP - ZQN

MSPZQN

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 11/21

4:30 pm-2:15 pm

3 stops74h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 12/12

3:35 pm-3:49 pm

3 stops67h 14m

$1,316

MinneapolisQueenstown

MSP - ZQN

MSPZQN

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 11/21

4:30 pm-2:15 pm

3 stops74h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 12/10

3:35 pm-3:49 pm

3 stops67h 14m

$1,316

MinneapolisQueenstown

MSP - ZQN

MSPZQN

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 11/21

4:30 pm-2:15 pm

3 stops74h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 12/11

3:35 pm-9:19 pm

3 stops48h 44m

$1,316

MinneapolisQueenstown

MSP - ZQN

MSPZQN

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 11/19

4:30 pm-2:15 pm

3 stops74h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 12/10

3:35 pm-9:19 pm

3 stops48h 44m

$1,316

MinneapolisChristchurch

MSP - CHC

MSPCHC

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 1/30

2:00 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops29h 25m

Christchurch

Sun 2/15

4:00 pm-10:24 pm

2 stops25h 24m

$1,364

MinneapolisChristchurch

MSP - CHC

MSPCHC

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 1/14

6:15 pm-10:35 am

1 stop21h 20m

Christchurch

Thu 3/12

2:00 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops27h 05m

$1,364

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 8/21

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Best time to book a flight from Minneapolis to South Island

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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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to South Island (average of $1,101). Flying from Minneapolis 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.

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 August 21, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Minneapolis to South Island as you normally would.

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 August 21, 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
504 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
8.0
Very good
504 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
504 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
898 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
504 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,934 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
504 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
504 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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 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 $1,238, Air Canada can have you in South Island from Minneapolis in 27h 10m. 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 cheapest airlines to fly from Minneapolis to South Island one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $1,053. However, be on the lookout for offers from Cathay Pacific and Air Canada, as they are both options that can get you from Minneapolis to South Island for a low price.

  • 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 - Queenstown Intl and Minneapolis St Paul - Blenheim.

  • 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to South Island (average of $1,101). Flying from Minneapolis 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 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 August 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$950Average$952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$990Average$1,309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,023Average$1,443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,094Average$1,293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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