Flying from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Choose a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Christchurch International Airport. To see all your options, just uncheck 'Direct flights only.' San Francisco International Airport is a top stopover on the MSP to CHC route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Christchurch International Airport is C$850. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,926. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap flight tickets from MSP to CHC, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flight tickets from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Christchurch International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from MSP to CHC. There's no need to search every day to find out if airfares have fallen. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Christchurch International Airport. Enter your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Handy information about Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Traveling from central Minneapolis to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport takes around 26 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Taking an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Christchurch International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to MSP:
Arriving at Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Consider booking a hotel close to CHC if you have a late flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Christchurch International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch
From Christchurch International Airport, Christchurch is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 59 minutes to get to the center driving.
When to fly to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Christchurch International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Christchurch. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Christchurch International Airport for January if you want to visit Christchurch during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 24ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from MSP to CHC in July if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC and 12ºC on average.
More about Christchurch
Start your Christchurch trip right by finding a wonderful stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from MSP to CHC, have a look at our selection of hotel options including:
Kick off your Christchurch sightseeing at must-see attractions like Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden and Little River Rail Station.
Complete your Christchurch trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks up our sleeve than just comparing flights. After booking your cheap ticket to Christchurch International Airport, explore our car rental offers that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Christchurch stay.