Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Christchurch (CHC) from $1,028

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 5/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CHI — CHC
Mar 24 — Mar 311

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Christchurch

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Christchurch (CHC). 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 March 19, 2024.

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Round-trip from

$1,325

One-way from

$1,028
High demand for flights, 13% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 22% potential price drop
From Chicago (CHI) to Christchurch
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Christchurch

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Chicago to Christchurch?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Tuesday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Christchurch?

The best pricing can be found in the month of May. Prices to Christchurch from Chicago average $1,920. You can even find prices in May for less than $1,920, as users have found deals to Christchurch from as low as $1,494. The month of October appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Christchurch from Chicago. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 14%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Christchurch (CHI - CHC)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to Christchurch at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 11% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Air Canada flights from Chicago to Christchurch

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air Canada for the route between Chicago and Christchurch. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Air Canada flights we've found from Chicago to Christchurch. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Wed 5/223:40 pmORD - CHC
2 stops38h 20mAir Canada
Wed 5/296:10 amCHC - ORD
2 stops25h 14mAir Canada
Deal found 3/18$1,408
Fri 4/194:40 pmORD - CHC
2 stops37h 20mAir Canada
Fri 4/266:10 amCHC - ORD
2 stops30h 48mAir Canada
Deal found 3/18$1,496
Wed 5/14:00 pmORD - CHC
3 stops53h 20mAir Canada
Thu 5/166:10 amCHC - ORD
2 stops25h 14mAir Canada
Deal found 3/17$2,061

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from Chicago to Christchurch

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between Chicago and Christchurch. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Qantas Airways flights we've found at this time heading from Chicago to Christchurch. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Wed 5/16:45 pmORD - CHC
2 stops36h 10mQantas Airways
Thu 5/166:05 amCHC - ORD
2 stops34h 23mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/17$1,600
Tue 6/116:25 pmORD - CHC
2 stops28h 00mQantas Airways
Wed 7/106:05 amCHC - ORD
2 stops26h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/18$1,615
Tue 4/28:20 pmORD - CHC
2 stops57h 35mQantas Airways
Sat 4/64:50 pmCHC - ORD
2 stops48h 44mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/17$1,931
Tue 4/26:40 pmORD - CHC
3 stops28h 55mQantas Airways
Sat 4/66:25 amCHC - ORD
2 stops29h 07mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/17$2,903
Sat 5/187:00 pmORD - CHC
2 stops35h 55mQantas Airways
Wed 5/296:05 amCHC - ORD
2 stops30h 33mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/18$7,882

Cheap Chicago to Christchurch flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from Chicago to Christchurch specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Prices were last updated on March 19, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Chicago to Christchurch in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Fri 4/194:40 pmORD - CHC
2 stops37h 20mAir Canada
Fri 4/266:10 amCHC - ORD
2 stops30h 48mAir Canada
Deal found 3/18$1,496
Fri 4/196:45 pmORD - CHC
2 stops27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/266:05 amCHC - ORD
3 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$2,310
Tue 4/3012:30 amORD - CHC
2 stops55h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/314:50 pmCHC - ORD
2 stops38h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$2,500
Fri 4/198:45 pmORD - CHC
3 stops49h 05mEmirates
Fri 4/266:25 amCHC - ORD
3 stops74h 20mEmirates
Deal found 3/18$3,347

Chicago to Christchurch 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Chicago and Christchurch in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Chicago to Christchurch in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 5/223:40 pmORD - CHC
2 stops38h 20mAir Canada
Wed 5/296:10 amCHC - ORD
2 stops25h 14mAir Canada
Deal found 3/18$1,408
Wed 5/226:00 amORD - CHC
3 stops48h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/296:10 amCHC - ORD
2 stops25h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,414
Fri 4/194:40 pmORD - CHC
2 stops37h 20mAir Canada
Fri 4/266:10 amCHC - ORD
2 stops30h 48mAir Canada
Deal found 3/18$1,496
Wed 5/14:00 pmORD - CHC
3 stops53h 20mAir Canada
Fri 5/316:10 amCHC - ORD
2 stops25h 14mAir Canada
Deal found 3/18$1,502
Fri 11/224:40 pmORD - CHC
2 stops35h 35mAir Canada
Sun 12/111:00 amCHC - ORD
2 stops23h 41mAir Canada
Deal found 3/18$1,599
Tue 6/116:25 pmORD - CHC
2 stops28h 00mQantas Airways
Wed 7/106:05 amCHC - ORD
2 stops26h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/18$1,615
Sat 11/23:08 pmORD - CHC
2 stops28h 52mQantas Airways
Wed 11/66:00 amCHC - ORD
2 stops36h 37mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/17$1,631
Wed 5/13:40 pmORD - CHC
2 stops40h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/316:10 amCHC - ORD
2 stops25h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,664
Fri 11/222:30 pmORD - CHC
3 stops37h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/111:00 amCHC - ORD
2 stops23h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,678

One-way flights to Christchurch from Chicago

Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Christchurch. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Chicago to Christchurch. Users needing a return flight from Chicago to Christchurch should utilize the search form above.
Wed 5/13:40 pmORD - CHC
2 stops39h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,028
Tue 4/3012:30 amORD - CHC
3 stops53h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,055
Wed 5/16:27 pmORD - CHC
3 stops48h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,099
Tue 4/3012:30 amORD - CHC
2 stops55h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,480

Find flights from Chicago to Christchurch within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Christchurch 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 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.

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Any airport

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Any airport

Budget

$1,408 - $3,154

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Chicago O'Hare IntlChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/22

2 stops38h 20m

Christchurch

Wed 5/29

2 stops25h 14m

$1,408

Chicago O'Hare IntlChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/22

3 stops43h 00m

Christchurch

Wed 5/29

2 stops25h 14m

$1,414

Chicago O'Hare IntlChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/16

2 stops25h 20m

Christchurch

Tue 4/23

2 stops44h 10m

$1,468

Chicago O'Hare IntlChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/19

2 stops37h 20m

Christchurch

Fri 4/26

2 stops30h 48m

$1,496

Chicago O'Hare IntlChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/1

2 stops36h 10m

Christchurch

Thu 5/16

2 stops34h 23m

$1,600

Chicago O'Hare IntlChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/11

2 stops28h 00m

Christchurch

Wed 7/10

2 stops26h 50m

$1,615

Chicago O'Hare IntlChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/4

2 stops28h 15m

Christchurch

Wed 6/26

2 stops25h 13m

$1,970

Chicago O'Hare IntlChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/30

2 stops55h 25m

Christchurch

Thu 5/16

2 stops55h 50m

$2,457

Chicago O'Hare IntlChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/16

3 stops73h 35m

Christchurch

Tue 4/23

3 stops64h 40m

$3,154

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 3/18

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Christchurch?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on March 17, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Christchurch flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Christchurch by month

Plan your trip from Chicago to Christchurch by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Chicago to Christchurch is currently $1,166 while a round-trip flight costs $1,842. Price data was last updated on March 17, 2024.

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Christchurch (average of $1,325). Flying from Chicago to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,804). 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.

January

$1,490

February

$1,418

March

$1,566

April

$1,507

May

$1,546

June

$1,638

July

$1,421

August

$1,412

September

$1,325

October

$1,370

November

$1,661

December

$1,804

Temperature and rainfall in Christchurch by month

Plan your trip to Christchurch by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CHC

Temperature

42.8 - 62.6 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Christchurch

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Christchurch. 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 Christchurch. Reviews last updated March 19, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air Canada, Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand from Chicago to Christchurch 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.
8.4
Very good
1,633 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Very limited choices of movies; no news channels; very little international music or movie offerings

8.4
Very good
1,633 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,633 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Very limited choices of movies; no news channels; very little international music or movie offerings

8.3
Very good
695 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,633 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Very limited choices of movies; no news channels; very little international music or movie offerings

8.1
Very good
4,215 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,633 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Very limited choices of movies; no news channels; very little international music or movie offerings

7.8
Good
1,071 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,633 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Very limited choices of movies; no news channels; very little international music or movie offerings

7.0
Good
6,717 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,633 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Very limited choices of movies; no news channels; very little international music or movie offerings

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Christchurch. 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 into for flights to Christchurch from Chicago?

    Located just 5.9 mi from the city center, Christchurch is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Christchurch from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to Christchurch (CHC) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 2 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Chicago to Christchurch for under $1,500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to Christchurch for under $1,500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air Canada for just $1,408, but on average you can expect to pay $1,808.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Christchurch round-trip?

    According to our current data, Air Canada ($1,408), Qantas Airways ($1,600), and Air New Zealand ($1,970) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to Christchurch. These flights start at 26% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What does ORD to CHC mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Christchurch Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a ORD to CHC flight. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

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Top 2 airlines flying from Chicago to Christchurch

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,384Average$1,872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,817Average$2,144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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