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$1,149+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to South Island

This is the cheapest round-trip 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.
MSP — CHC
Apr 7 — Apr 141
Mon 4/7
Mon 4/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Minneapolis to South Island

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,372
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,411
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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 April 2, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Sat 11/13:31 pmMSP - CHC
2 stops38h 34mQantas Airways
Sat 11/86:20 amCHC - MSP
2 stops31h 36mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/1$1,149
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/45:30 pmMSP - CHC
2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/116:45 amCHC - MSP
3 stops39h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$1,372
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Sat 6/73:16 pmMSP - CHC
2 stops26h 09mAir New Zealand
Mon 6/165:00 pmCHC - MSP
2 stops22h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/1$1,593
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/18:00 amMSP - CHC
3 stops32h 25mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/86:00 amCHC - MSP
2 stops30h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$1,664
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Fri 6/273:20 pmMSP - ZQN
2 stops30h 00mAir New Zealand
Fri 7/1112:10 pmZQN - MSP
2 stops28h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/1$1,987
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/178:07 amMSP - ZQN
3 stops34h 18mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/259:20 amZQN - MSP
3 stops31h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$2,065
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Fri 12/198:00 amMSP - CHC
2 stops68h 40mSingapore Airlines
Fri 1/21:10 amCHC - MSP
2 stops41h 48mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/31$3,718

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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 April 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to South Island that are best for you.

Fly from

Minneapolis

Fly to

South Island

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MinneapolisChristchurch

MSP - CHC

MSPCHC

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 5/4

5:30 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops25h 55m

Christchurch

Sun 5/11

6:45 am-5:41 am

3 stops39h 56m

$1,372

MinneapolisChristchurch

MSP - CHC

MSPCHC

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 6/7

3:16 pm-10:25 am

2 stops26h 09m

Christchurch

Mon 6/16

5:00 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops22h 15m

$1,593

MinneapolisChristchurch

MSP - CHC

MSPCHC

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 6/10

5:30 am-10:25 am

3 stops35h 55m

Christchurch

Wed 6/18

6:10 am-10:15 pm

2 stops33h 05m

$1,666

MinneapolisQueenstown

MSP - ZQN

MSPZQN

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 6/27

3:20 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops30h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 7/11

12:10 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops28h 05m

$1,987

MinneapolisQueenstown

MSP - ZQN

MSPZQN

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 4/17

8:07 am-11:25 am

3 stops34h 18m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 4/25

9:20 am-11:32 pm

3 stops31h 12m

$2,065

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Deals found on 4/1

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.
Estimated round-trip price
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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 April 2, 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.

Rainfall in South Island by month

Plan your trip to South Island by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Island ranges from 1.6 - 2.4 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit South Island when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in South Island by month

Plan your trip to South Island by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Island, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 42.8 F).

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 April 2, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand and United Airlines from Minneapolis to South Island by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
458 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
458 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
458 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,616 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
458 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

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.

  • 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 April 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$952Average$1,599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$990Average$1,372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,023Average$1,593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,094Average$1,411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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