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$563+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to New Zealand

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 2/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — AKL
Dec 27 — Jan 31
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to New Zealand (NZ0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

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$1,044
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$563
(Justfly.com)
From Chicago (CHI) to New Zealand
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 22, 2024.

This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/257:18 pmORD - AKL
2 stops34h 07mQantas Airways
Mon 1/137:00 pmAKL - ORD
2 stops43h 31mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/21$1,376
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/251:15 pmORD - CHC
2 stops39h 40mQantas Airways
Wed 1/156:00 amCHC - ORD
2 stops28h 59mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/21$1,399
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/246:20 pmORD - AKL
1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/267:55 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop24h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$2,000
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sun 12/2211:35 amORD - AKL
2 stops28h 25mAir Canada
Sun 12/292:00 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop19h 39mAir Canada
Deal found 12/21$2,012
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2510:35 amORD - AKL
1 stop27h 35mAir New Zealand
Fri 12/273:50 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop26h 31mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/21$2,013
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/258:55 amORD - CHC
1 stop30h 40mAir New Zealand
Wed 1/156:10 pmCHC - ORD
2 stops54h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/21$2,033
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/302:35 pmORD - AKL
1 stop23h 35mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/123:50 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop23h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$2,049
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/303:18 pmORD - AKL
2 stops22h 37mDelta
Sun 1/122:50 pmAKL - ORD
3 stops26h 08mDelta
Deal found 12/21$2,054
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Wed 12/259:13 pmORD - CHC
3 stops54h 42mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/156:00 amCHC - ORD
2 stops28h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$2,617
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2110:00 pmORD - CHC
1 stop41h 35mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/122:15 pmCHC - ORD
1 stop28h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$2,714
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/293:23 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops29h 07mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/58:35 pmZQN - ORD
2 stops54h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$3,024
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/256:20 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops31h 15mAir New Zealand
Sun 1/58:25 pmZQN - ORD
2 stops46h 34mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/21$3,130

Find flights from Chicago to New Zealand within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to New Zealand 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 22, 2024.

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ChicagoWellington

ORD - WLG

ORDWLG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/18

8:20 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops33h 30m

Wellington

Tue 3/25

6:00 am-5:23 pm

2 stops29h 23m

$1,043

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/24

3:17 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops37h 38m

Christchurch

Fri 3/14

6:00 am-11:59 pm

2 stops35h 59m

$1,064

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/3

3:20 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops37h 35m

Christchurch

Mon 2/10

6:15 am-2:39 pm

2 stops27h 24m

$1,143

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/3

5:40 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops32h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 2/10

7:00 am-7:31 pm

2 stops31h 31m

$1,153

ChicagoWellington

ORD - WLG

ORDWLG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/4

3:20 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops37h 30m

Wellington

Tue 2/11

6:00 am-7:37 pm

3 stops32h 37m

$1,155

ChicagoWellington

ORD - WLG

ORDWLG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/18

11:04 am-11:40 pm

3 stops42h 36m

Wellington

Tue 3/25

9:45 am-2:39 pm

2 stops22h 54m

$1,159

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/24

3:40 pm-12:40 am

2 stops38h 00m

Christchurch

Fri 3/14

6:15 am-10:06 pm

3 stops33h 51m

$1,193

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/4

8:25 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops52h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 2/11

7:00 am-2:25 pm

2 stops26h 25m

$1,232

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/11

2:14 pm-12:25 am

2 stops39h 11m

Auckland Intl

Sat 1/25

6:00 am-3:59 pm

2 stops28h 59m

$1,300

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/11

3:22 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops26h 18m

Auckland Intl

Sat 3/1

3:25 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops27h 31m

$1,301

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to New Zealand

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to New Zealand

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to New Zealand including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to New Zealand?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New Zealand (average of $1,021). Flying from Chicago to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). 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 CHI to NZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to New Zealand. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

When flying from Chicago to New Zealand, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in New Zealand by month

Plan your trip to New Zealand by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Zealand ranges from 2.8 - 5.1 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit New Zealand when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in New Zealand by month

Plan your trip to New Zealand by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Zealand, 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 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Zealand. 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 New Zealand. Reviews last updated December 22, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to New Zealand, such as United Airlines, Qantas Airways and Delta. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
191 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,398 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,331 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to New Zealand. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to New Zealand one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Qantas Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $563. Users have also found prices from $625 and $938 on Fiji Airways and Air Tahiti Nui, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to New Zealand?

    Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Auckland Intl, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Christchurch or Chicago O'Hare Intl - Queenstown Intl when deciding on the best route from Chicago to New Zealand.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to New Zealand?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $1,000. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Auckland Intl) can be booked for $933 on average our data indicates $3,453 when flying from Chicago to New Zealand.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to New Zealand that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to New Zealand flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to New Zealand?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to New Zealand.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to New Zealand?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to New Zealand 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 Chicago to New Zealand?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New Zealand (average of $1,021). Flying from Chicago to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). 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 7 airlines flying from Chicago to New Zealand

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to New Zealand. 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 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$1,021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$751Average$751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
DeltaCheapest$838Average$1,038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$897Average$1,596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$927Average$1,996FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,037Average$1,477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,228Average$1,839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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