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$529+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to South Island

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CHI — CHC
abr. 9 — abr. 161
mié. 4/9
mié. 4/16
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,136
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$529
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,485
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 4, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
vie. 11/79:50 amORD - CHC
2 stops43h 15mQantas Airways
sáb. 11/156:20 amCHC - ORD
2 stops27h 32mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/3$1,085
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
dom. 5/183:35 pmORD - CHC
2 stops29h 50mAir Canada
dom. 5/256:05 amCHC - ORD
2 stops40h 33mAir Canada
Deal found 4/3$1,136
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
mié. 12/247:46 pmORD - CHC
2 stops33h 54mMultiple Airlines
dom. 1/116:10 amCHC - ORD
2 stops27h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,147
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sáb. 10/116:50 pmORD - CHC
2 stops24h 15mFiji Airways
sáb. 10/252:05 pmCHC - ORD
2 stops24h 44mFiji Airways
Deal found 4/3$1,263
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
mié. 6/45:38 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops34h 37mQantas Airways
mié. 6/187:05 amZQN - ORD
2 stops33h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/3$1,521
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
dom. 5/183:35 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
dom. 5/258:40 pmZQN - ORD
2 stops35h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,599
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
jue. 10/92:15 pmORD - CHC
2 stops26h 10mAir New Zealand
jue. 10/235:00 pmCHC - ORD
2 stops23h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/3$1,647
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mar. 7/224:50 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops25h 35mAir New Zealand
jue. 7/313:05 pmZQN - ORD
2 stops23h 28mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/3$1,762
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
mié. 10/83:51 pmORD - CHC
2 stops23h 04mUnited Airlines
mar. 10/285:00 pmCHC - ORD
2 stops24h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,792
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
lun. 12/223:40 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops29h 55mAir Canada
jue. 1/812:30 pmZQN - ORD
2 stops45h 09mAir Canada
Deal found 4/3$1,821
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/202:10 pmORD - BHE
2 stops25h 05mAir New Zealand
lun. 11/36:00 amBHE - ORD
2 stops33h 22mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/2$1,842
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
lun. 6/27:10 amORD - ZQN
2 stops33h 40mUnited Airlines
mié. 6/183:05 pmZQN - ORD
2 stops23h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,862

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 abril 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to South Island that are best for you.

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Chicago

Fly to

South Island

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 5/18

3:35 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops29h 50m

Christchurch

dom. 5/25

6:05 am-5:38 am

2 stops40h 33m

$1,136

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 5/18

3:35 pm-12:20 am

2 stops39h 45m

Christchurch

dom. 5/25

6:05 am-2:43 pm

2 stops25h 38m

$1,154

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 6/4

5:38 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops34h 37m

Queenstown Intl

mié. 6/18

7:05 am-11:35 pm

2 stops33h 30m

$1,521

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 5/18

3:35 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops31h 05m

Queenstown Intl

dom. 5/25

8:40 pm-2:43 pm

2 stops35h 03m

$1,599

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 6/28

6:53 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops27h 32m

Christchurch

dom. 7/27

4:40 pm-6:05 am

2 stops30h 25m

$1,602

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 5/15

2:18 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops30h 12m

Queenstown Intl

jue. 5/22

12:10 pm-11:04 pm

2 stops27h 54m

$1,829

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 6/2

7:10 am-9:50 am

2 stops33h 40m

Queenstown Intl

mié. 6/18

3:05 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops23h 25m

$1,862

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 6/26

6:53 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops24h 22m

Christchurch

sáb. 7/26

1:15 pm-9:02 pm

2 stops24h 47m

$1,910

ChicagoBlenheim

ORD - BHE

ORDBHE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 5/18

7:45 pm-9:15 am

2 stops44h 30m

Blenheim

dom. 5/25

5:35 pm-5:04 am

2 stops52h 29m

$2,000

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 6/30

4:50 pm-8:55 am

2 stops23h 05m

Christchurch

jue. 7/24

10:30 am-2:52 pm

2 stops21h 22m

$2,092

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to South Island

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to South Island

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to EDG?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 abril 4, 2025.

When flying from Chicago to South Island, 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 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 abril 4, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways, Emirates and Air New Zealand from Chicago to South Island to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
180 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
180 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
180 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,192 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
180 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
461 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
180 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
815 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
180 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,619 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
180 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!

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

    Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Queenstown Intl, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Christchurch or Chicago O'Hare Intl - Blenheim when deciding on the best route from Chicago to South Island.

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to South Island (average of $1,101). Flying from Chicago 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 3 airlines flying from Chicago to South Island

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 abril 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$899Average$2,159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$983Average$1,360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,342Average$2,009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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